Blake Allen has built his career around embracing change, pursuing growth, and creating meaningful connections within his profession and community. After making the difficult decision to leave the security of his first job for a more entrepreneurial path, Blake stepped into an environment filled with risk, uncertainty, and opportunity. That experience taught him the value of perseverance, adaptability, and continuous learning, qualities that have helped shape his success as an Associate Wealth Advisor with MKD Wealth and Bodmer Price.
PODCAST:
Sept. 1, 2026 ~ Discover how a commitment to community, mentorship, and professional growth has shaped Blake Allen’s journey as an Associate Wealth Advisor at MKD Wealth and Bodmer Price. In this Rising Stars conversation, Blake shares how his involvement with the Detroit Economic Club has provided meaningful connections, leadership opportunities, and access to influential business leaders across the region. He reflects on the value of giving back, supporting Detroit’s continued growth, and helping others create opportunities for success, while emphasizing how service and relationship-building have played a key role in both his career and community impact.
CONTINUED: Since joining the Detroit Economic Club in 2021, Blake has become deeply involved in the organization’s mission and growth. He has served as a volunteer for the Career Readiness Academy, a regular volunteer at DEC events, and currently serves on the Young Leaders Board. As Event Committee Chair for the Young Leader Conference, he has helped develop impactful programming for emerging professionals while contributing to membership growth that has reached its highest level since the COVID pandemic. Through these efforts, he has worked to connect young professionals with influential business leaders, mentorship opportunities, and meaningful community engagement experiences.
Blake’s dedication to service extends well beyond the DEC. He serves on the board of the Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metro Detroit, where he previously chaired the Next Gen group and helped expand engagement among professionals under 40. He has also supported numerous organizations throughout southeast Michigan, including South Oakland Citizens for the Homeless, the Detroit Regional Chamber, Ronald McDonald House of Detroit, Forgotten Harvest, and MCHS Family of Services. In addition, he helped establish a service initiative that brings professionals together to support local nonprofits through volunteerism, mentorship, and community impact.
Whether he is advising clients, mentoring future leaders, or volunteering throughout the community, Blake remains committed to helping others succeed. His leadership, dedication to service, and passion for strengthening Detroit’s future have made a lasting impact on both his profession and the broader community. These accomplishments make Blake Allen a deserving recipient of recognition as a 2026 Detroit Economic Club Rising Star.
