Giving thanks: David Brady

David Brady is thankful for his wife, his faith in God and those who have mentored him in his business. (H.Rick Bamman photo)

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The year is almost over. And David Brady can’t say he’s sorry to see it go. As a professional investment adviser, Brady, the owner of Brady Investment Counsel in Geneva, has had a rough year.

For months, the markets – whether they trade in stocks, bonds or commodities – have taken a beating. Since April, for instance, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has dropped about 40 percent, from about 13,000 to as low as 7,552 last week.

And the turmoil has left its mark on financial professionals like Brady throughout the area and the country.

“There have been a few sleepless nights through this confusion, that’s for sure,” he said. “This market has just been so crazy. There is no one in the business alive today who has ever seen anything remotely like this.”

But Brady said he is weathering the ordeal, personally and professionally, thanks to three things.

First, he said, he is thankful for his Christian faith, which Brady said has provided him guidance on life and inspiration.

Next, he offered thanks for his wife, who serves as his partner in life and business.

“She has really helped to keep me sane through all of this,” Brady said.

On a less personal note, Brady said he is thankful for those who mentored him early in his career or who in some way provided him with the knowledge that has helped keep his practice steady.

“I don’t think I’m exaggerating to say I would’ve been lost without that,” Brady said.

• To see what executive director Shannon Watson is thankful for, click here.

• To see what Kane County Sheriff Pat Perez is thankful for, click here.

• To see what business owner Ed DeMask is thankful for click, here.