About Us

WINGS Mission and Purpose

A community providing personal empowerment through financial education and emotional wellness for women.

We are dedicated to the belief that all women should possess the financial knowledge and confidence to achieve financial empowerment.

Financial education programs and our Helpline empower women with the knowledge and confidence they need to thrive and build a financially stable future. Financial knowledge is a powerful tool that strengthens families, enhances communities, and drives societal change.

WINGS provides educational classes to help women prosper and make well educated decisions during the divorce process. We also connect women with resources and professionals they need to prosper and grow financially.

WINGS also provides financial education programs at a local community college and classes in Denver area to empower women with the knowledge and confidence they need to thrive and build a financially stable future.

Financial knowledge is a powerful tool that strengthens families, enhances communities, and drives societal change.

Our Story

With over twenty years of experience in the financial services industry, Nadia is a well-established and highly regarded wealth manager. Nadia has extensive experience in asset management, financial planning, insurance, retirement planning and assessments of 401K plans. She works alongside clients to help them identify, progress toward, and achieve their most meaningful financial and life goals.

Nadia’s incredible life story is a portrait of what one woman can accomplish with courage, determination, and love. She received her B.S and M.S. degree from the University of Minnesota and her Ph.D. from University of Colorado. It was Nadia’s love of children that inspired her studies and also her next step to University of Colorado Health Sciences. Nadia’s work as a medical student became extra challenging when she was blessed with three children in five years. Nadia found herself going through a divorce with three young children and juggling work schedules and child care at home, made life very stressful.

Nadia enjoyed working in the neonatal intensive care unit, but her heavy work schedule made it difficult as a single mom, so she made a momentous decision. To have the majority of time with her kids, she changed careers. She found another form of service and entered the field of financial management with the intention of helping women make life transitions. Although earning a fraction of her former income, Nadia now had her children, and her lifelong dedication to learn and excel. She continued to move forward and to shine. Today, her children are adults following in their mother’s fully-engaged footsteps. Nadia continues to pursue her career with love and dedication.

Nadia founded WINGS in 2016, driven by a deep understanding of the challenges women face in similar situations and a desire to help them navigate through it. With her own special expertise and personal experiences Nadia’s mission is to provide women with the knowledge and tools they need to face the financial issues that come with big life transitions like divorce, widowhood, and retirement.

WINGS’s programs have expanded significantly to meet growing demand, driven by the dedication and expertise of highly qualified pro bono volunteers. Through a combination of virtual and in-person programs, WINGS has supported over 8,000 women in the Denver area and across the nation.

Our Leaders

Nadia Shokohi
PhD, CDFA
Founder & Executive

720-719-2332 | info@wingsco.org | www.shokohigroup.com

Julie Reddington
VP Programs & Services

720-226-4168 | JulieR@ColoradoHomeRealty.com

Hilla Lynch
Secretary

720-940-3996 | paz.hilla@gmail.com

Suzanne Rainey
VP Administration

703-386-6497 | suzrainey@gmail.com

Justin Bertron
Treasurer

Tammy Pliego
Program Committee

720-296-2160 | tammypliego@comcast.net

Sylvia Lambe
Public Relations

720-276-3880 | Sylvia.lambe@hotmail.com

Partners & Supporters

Attorneys

Kim Gent, Esq.

Harris Law Firm
303-515-5000
kim@harrisfamilylaw.com
www.harrisfamilylaw.com

Virginia L. Robbins, Esq.

Robbins Law Firm LLC
19590 E. Mainstreet Ste. 104 Parker, CO 80138
(720) 419-3064
www.robbinslawfirmllc.com

Jesse Aschenberg, Esq.

jesse@aschenberg.law
Ph. 720.259-8400
Fax 720.493.0668
Text: 720-259-8400

Kama McConaughy Sarkissian, Esq.

McConaughy & Sarkissian, P.C.
Shareholder
303-649-0999 Ext. 104
kms@mslawpc.com
4725 South Monaco St., Suite 200, Denver, CO 80237
www.mslawpc.com

Divorce Therapist / Coach

Lisa Leahey

M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Registered Psychotherapist Truth Counseling
720-541-8165
searchfortruthcounseling@gmail.com
www.searchfortruthcounseling.com

John E Christie MA, LPC

19600 East Parker Square Dr. Ste 100
Parker CO 80134
303-917-1458

Financial Professionals

Nadia Shokohi PhD, CDFA

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
303-210-2607 info@wingsco.org
Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
303-210-2607 info@wingsco.org

Mortgage Professional

Dale Davis

720.327.1440
720.699.9520
www.ccm.com/dale-davis
dale.davis@ccm.com

Real Estate

Sarah Labram & Ben Clark

Broker Associates
Milehigh Modern
720-290-4802
sbg@milehimodern.com
2015 W 32nd Avenue
denverpads.com

Julie Reddington

720-226-4168 julier@coloradohomerealty.com www.Julie.Reddington.com

Darcy Truppo

Colorado Home Realty
303.667.6038
darcytruppo@gmail.com

Administrative

Lisa Monette

Administrative Assistant
303-210-2607
info@wingsco.org

Speaker Services

Front Range Divorce Center founder, Nadia Shokohi is available for speaking engagements, radio and telephone interviews, and other media appearances.

Please contact Nadia by email at:

info@wingsco.org

wwww.shokohigroup.com

or by phone at:

720-719-2332

Speaking topics include, but are not limited to:

Women. Confidence. Retirement.

Empower Female Investors

Kids and Cash

Building a Strong Financial Future: Strategies for Age 45 to Retirement

Retirement Planning: It’s Never Too Soon or Too Late to Start

Taking Control of Your Finances: A Plan to Reduce Debt and Build Savings

Yes, You Can Raise Financially Aware Kids

Beneficiary Planning: Don’t Leave Your Legacy to Chance

12 Financial Pitfalls of Divorce

Women and Money

Life Can Change, Your Plan Should, Too

Planning Spotlight: Special Needs Trusts

I’m a Single Parent. How Can I Get Ahead Financially?

The Importance of Emergency Savings

Lofty Goals, Limited Means — Finding Ways to Boost Your Investments

Getting Divorced? A Checklist for a Financially Sound Separation

How to Build Personal Wealth Starting Now

Financial Strategies for Difficult Times

Stock Options, Retirement and Divorce

Tax Consequences in Divorce

When Elders Divorce: Divorce Planning for the Older Client

Planning for Divorce and Marriage

Working with Clients in Transition

 

Events Attended

Annual Family Law Conference

2016, 2022, 2023

 
Women’s Health Conference

Costa Rica, Nov 2015

IDFA National Conference

2022

Women and Money: Making Your Money Live To Be 100

Carlsbad, CA Library May 2015

 

Resources

  • County Child Support Offices –

    *Additional information is also available at: www.childsupport.state.co.us*

    Child Support Enforcement Services Clinic – Provided by the Denver Bar Association; This free clinic provides information on the service provided by Colorado’s County Child Support Enforcement Units.  Topics include establishment of paternity; contest of paternity; and the establishment, modification, and enforcement of child support orders under the federal IV-D program.  Information on how to apply for services, guidelines on calculating child support, and all child support obligations will also be provided.  Location: Denver City & County Building at 1437 Bannock St, Room 368                         Phone: (303) 860-1115 – Call for Schedule

    Family Support Registry – The payment processing center for child support in the state of Colorado.  Phone: (303) 299-9123 or (800) 374-6558www.childsupport.state.co.us

  • Denver Police Department, Victim Assistance Unit – on-scene crisis intervention service, advocacy, and referrals.  Phone: (720) 913-6035www.denvergov.org/DPDVAU
  • Domestic Violence Hotlines – Local: (303) 318-9989; National: (800) 799-7233 or (800) 787-3224 TTY
  • Project Safeguard – Dedicated to providing legal advocacy and direct court support to victims of domestic abuse, ensuring their safety and survival.         Phone: (303) 317-4157; www.psghelps.org
  • Victim & Witness Services – A free service to victims of crime: advocacy, crisis counseling, legal information and education on the criminal justice system and crime prevention services.  Adams County – (303) 659-7735; Broomfield County – (720) 887-2199; Boulder County – (303) 441-3700
  • Adams Combined Courts Self-Help Center – Email: 17SHC@judicial.state.co.us  All emails answered within 24 hours (no phone number).
  • Arapahoe District Court Self-Help Center – Phone: (720) 568-4844;            Email: 18CourtHelpCenter@judicial.state.co.us
  •  Colorado Courts Self-Help Center – Colorado Judicial Branch website, offering general information, forms and instructions for self-representation in court matters, as well as contact information for each county courthouse.  https://www.courts.state.co.us/Self_Help/Index.cfm
  • Denver District Court/Denver Probate Court Self-Help Center – Domestic Matters: (720) 865-8440; Probate Matters: (720) 865-8746
  • Denver Juvenile Court Self-Help Center – (Adoption, Paternity, Child Support) Phone: (720) 337-0583
  • Douglas County Self-Help Center – Phone: (720) 437-6200
  • Jefferson County Combined Courts Self-Help Center – Phone: (303) 271-6570
  • Colorado Judicial Department Office of Dispute Resolution –                    Phone: (303) 837-3672; www.coloradoodr.org
  • Court Mediation Services (CMS) – CMS Strives to improve the effectiveness of the Denver justice system by providing mediation services to the community and the courts.  CMS provides mediation services to the Civil Division of the Denver County Court and Small Claims Court with the express approval and assistance of the County Court judges and magistrates under the guidance of the presiding judge.  Phone: (303) 824-5377; www.cobar.org/index.cfm/ID/1090/CAAD
  • Mediation Association of Colorado – Phone: (303) 322-9275; www.coloradomediation.org
  • Divorce is painful, but it does not have to be destructive.

    Many couples unwittingly choose to litigate (go to court) because they are not give a better alternative; collaborative divorce.  Divorce courts are courts of equity.  In other words, in a litigated divorce, the judge has complete discretion to determine what, in his/her mind is fair for your family.

    In a collaborative divorce, the couple and their attorneys are preparing for resolution from day one in a negotiation centered process.  The collaborative process recognizes that the couple, and not a judge, is best suited to make decisions that are in the best interest of their family.

    Collaborative Divorce is different from litigated divorce.  The benefits of a collaborative divorce include…

    Privacy – by staying out of the courtroom, your collaborative divorce remains confidential.  Control – you, and not a judge, decide what is fair.  Financial Resources – from the first day your money is spent working towards settlement, not trial preparation.  Common Sense – you and your spouse reach realistic and workable solutions allowing you both to move forward with your lives.  Children – with a greater emphasis on the long-term emotional and financial well-being of both you and your spouse, your children are less likely to feel “caught between” two loving parents. 

Support Groups

Coming Soon...

QDRO

What is a QDRO?

  • The term qualified domestic relations order refers to a judgment, decree, or order that creates or recognizes the existence of an alternate payee’s right to receive all or a portion of a plan participant’s benefits payable under an ERISA-qualified employee benefit plan. A QDRO must further meet a set of specified criteria summarized in Code Section 414(p). QDROs are particularly common in the area of divorce and are used as a means to break through the provisions required in all ERISA benefit plans which prohibit a benefit plan from distributing a participant’s benefits to anyone other than the participant himself. With a properly drafted QDRO, a former spouse of a plan participant can be eligible to receive all or a portion of such participant’s accrued pension or profit sharing plan benefits

All Plan Types Covered

  • QDROs are very unique depending upon the plan type and plan requirements. We deliver the correct type of QDRO you need to achieve the settlement you have reached.

    – Defined Benefit Plans
    – Defined Contribution Plans
    – State City & Public School Systems
    – Federal Government Plans
    – Local County & Municipal Plans
    – Military Retirement System (MRS)

Most QDROs Are $600

PERA, FPPA, and TSP $500

QDRO

Front Range Divorce Center provides Family Law Attorneys, their Clients, and Pro Se individuals with the most effective method of QDRO preparation in the industry.

 Our services include: obtaining information to draft the QDRO, pre-approval of draft by parties and Plan Administrator.

The QDRO process begins with completion of: our Parties Information Questionnaire, a copy of the Divorce Decree or Separation Agreement, the Summary Plan Description of the Retirement Plan (if available) and Plan statement (if available).  If needed, we will contact the Plan to obtain any additional information.

We are more convenient for clients than a traditional law office because our services can be utilized without the need for any in-office visits.  All information can be collected from the parties electronically, via regular mail, or by fax. All correspondence can occur through email, if desired.  The use of technology allows us to keep our costs down and to offer the best prices and service to our clients.

We put each Order into a court accepted format and ensure that the QDRO has been pre-approved by the retirement plan administrator (whenever pre-approval is possible). We give our clients peace of mind that their QDRO will be accepted both by the retirement plan and the court. 

If you have questions at any step along the way, you can speak to us by calling 303-210-2607 or send an email to info@frdivorcecenter.org

To start the process:

Please call 303-210-2607 or email us at info@wingsco.org and we will provide you with the required forms

Divorce Financial Planning

Services Include

  • Pre & During Divorce

    • Identify and explain the financial data needed to make fully informed and intelligent decisions.
    •  Organize your financial documents necessary for the financial disclosure requirements
    •  Help complete financial affidavits accurately
    •  Analyze the short-term and long-term financial implications of a divorce settlement.
    • Document marital standard of living.
    • Support clients and their attorneys in the creation of budgets that demonstrate the right level of support
    • Provide a thorough after-tax analysis of any proposed settlement
    • Offer insight into the advantages and disadvantages of different settlement proposals
    • Strategize and build creative options to complicated settlement issues such as stock options, valuing closely-held businesses, life insurance policies, etc.

    Post Divorce

    • Loss of health, life, or disability insurance coverage
    • Loss of retirement plan benefit
    • Need for new or updated estate planning document
    • Develop budget and money management systems
    • Oversee asset transfers
    • Manage investments
    •  Monitor results
    • Update financial plan yearly

Divorce Financial Planning

Although life is a continual series of transitions, significant events or life-changing experiences occur periodically that require financial resources and decisions with long-term impacts. Divorce, retirement, widowhood, change in family status, or any number of transitions require special financial consideration. with careful planning and expert help from professionals specializing in financially equitable divorce settlements, you can increase your chances of arriving at a settlement that is fair and equitable, and one that fully addresses your long-term needs.

We work closely with our clients and their attorneys to lay the groundwork for a smooth transition from marriage to a new, independent life. Company founder Nadia Shokohi, Ph.D., is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ (CDFA), trained specifically in the financial issues of divorce, and she brings an interdisciplinary knowledge to the complicated issues that often arise in a divorce.

*Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ is a federally registered CDFA® certification mark owned by the Institute of Divorce Financial Analysts (IDFA). This mark is awarded to individuals who successfully complete the CDFA Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.

Divorce Workshop

In-Person and Virtual

We offer several workshops at different times and locations. One of these workshops will be right for you!

If you would like to learn more about these workshops – or to register to attend one,

please go to our workshop website at www.divorceworkshopdenver.com

Divorce Workshop

Come join us for the WINGS Women’s Divorce Workshop! This event is designed to
provide support, guidance, and resources for women navigating the complexities of
divorce. Whether you’re just starting the process or looking for mid-divorce assistance,
this workshop is here to help. Connect with other women going through similar
experiences and gain valuable insights from our knowledgeable speakers. Don’t go
through this journey alone – join us and spread your WINGS!

What We're About

You are not Alone! WINGS Women’s Divorce Workshop is designed to help you take the
next step no matter where you are in the process of untying the knot.
We provide unbiased information to help you understand all of your options, work with
your emotions, and move forward with your life. At Women’s Divorce Workshop we
believe the more information and support women have, the better the decisions they
make for themselves and their children, and the more hopeful they are about the future.
Our four main volunteer presenters are an Attorney, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst,
Real Estate Agent and Mortgage Professional. They will take you through a dynamic
agenda including:

  • The divorce process
  • Co-parenting and child support
  • Protecting yourself legally & financially
  • Dealing with a hostile spouse
  • Dividing property
  • Tax consequences
  • Spousal support
  • Avoiding divorce courts
  • and much more!

Our goal is to provide education, support and guidance to women in this life transition,
helping them move confidently towards independence.

Wealth & Wine

Do you want to feel in control of your financial life?

Do you want to learn how to handle your finances?

Join our monthly class filled with insightful education, delicious appetizers, and a glass of wine.

Start a personal journey of empowerment among friends who explore financial topics, such as:

Your Money Style, Money Fears & Dreams, How to invest, Debt, Savings, Credit, Retirement, Insurance, Cutting Expenses and so much more…….

The next class is:

Wednesday, October 23rd – 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Location: TBD

Topics to be discussed:
Different types of investment accounts
Investing 101

OR

Please email us at info@wingsco.org or call 303-210-2607 to register

Subsequent classes:

  • November – TBD – 5:00pm – 6:30pm
    Location : TBD


    Topics to be discussed
    Investing for income
    Preparing for retirement

  • January – TBD – 5:00pm – 6:30pm
    Location : TBD


    Topics to be discussed
    Financial Planning for the New Year

Women & Finance Classes

Women & Finance Classes

Now more than ever, women are focused on their finances and prioritizing their financial well-being.  Having a solid personal financial planning process is the first step in achieving your financial goals. This series of classes will allow you to take charge of your finances, change your financial mindset, build real wealth and plan for unexpected expenses.

Get the confidence you need to handle your money and build a roadmap to a sound financial future. You can pick and choose your desired courses or enroll in all three.

  • Investing 9/11/2024

  • Financial Planning 10/16/2024

  • Retirement 11/6/2024

OR

Please email us at info@wingsco.org or call 303-210-2607 to register

Arapahoe Community College On-Campus Course: Littleton Campus
Dates: 9/11/2024
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

  • Get started on your financial journey with looking at your current financial situation and making sure you can meet your short- and long-term goals.  When it comes to creating a plan for your finances, it’s important that you have key foundational elements in place. You will learn how investing works, different types of investments and what is right for YOU. This class will help you get clear and lay out the next steps.

    1. Organizing your finances

    2. Budgeting and Debt management

    3. Short- & Long-term goals: will you have enough money during retirement?

    4. Diversifying your investments and financial planning

    5. Retirement income planning 

Date: 10/16/2024
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

  • Get started on your financial journey with looking at your current financial situation and making sure you can meet your short- and long-term goals.  When it comes to creating a plan for your finances, it’s important that you have key foundational elements in place. You will learn how investing works, different types of investments and what is right for YOU. This class will help you get clear and lay out the next steps.

    1. Organizing your finances

    2. Budgeting and Debt management

    3. Short- & Long-term goals: will you have enough money during retirement?

    4. Diversifying your investments and financial planning

    5. Retirement income planning 

Date: 11/6/2024
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

  • Part of a complete retirement plan is to protect your savings from life events and to understand your options.  This course is designed to take the confusion out of Medicare, Social security strategies, Life insurance and Long term care. We will also discuss how to have your estate in order and how to manage the stress of taking care of aging parents.

     This will allow you to determine the best, most efficient way to protect yourself, your family and your life savings.

    1. Long term care                                                           

    2. Medicare

    3. Social security

    4. Life insurance                                                             

    5. Estate planning

    6. Women in the “Sandwich Generation”

Free Financial Helpline

How it Works

  • Email us with the following information at info@wingsco.org

    • Your name, email and phone number

       

    • Times available for us to contact you (During business hours)

       

    • Summary of what you would like to discuss

       

  • We will connect you with our volunteer financial coach

 

Once your question is submitted, our volunteer financial coach will respond within 72 hours.

The purpose of the free, personal and confidential call is to answer your question and is limited to one 30 minute phone call.

*Financial coach will not promote products and services

Free Financial Helpline

Would you like to speak to a financial coach about your personal financial situation? Do you need assistance but can’t currently afford coaching?

Email WINGS Financial Helpline and request a confidential call with a financial coach. Women can call for guidance on a wide range of personal finance topics.

All personal financial advice and assistance is informational and provided solely by the individual financial coach. By accepting assistance, you acknowledge and agree that WINGS officers, board and staff assume no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or appropriateness of any advice or assistance provided by the financial coach. You acknowledge that you must make an independent judgement regarding a particular financial coach’s qualifications and suitability for your individual needs and circumstances. The responsibility for financial decisions are your own and you understand that you are under no obligation to follow any recommendations or suggestions provided by the financial coach. The financial coach will comply with all regulatory, professional and ethical obligations imposed by the Securities and Exchange Commission.