The Architects of Your Financial Future
Founded in January 2010, Upstream Investment Partners, LLC, was born from a vision to create a network of independent financial advisors dedicated to providing personalized financial guidance.

PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGER
Robert Franklin, CFP®, AAMS®
Robert Franklin is a Private Wealth Manager with Upstream Investment Partners, where he helps individuals and families build, preserve, and transition wealth with purpose. With over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Robert specializes in working with pre-retirees, retirees, business owners, and families who value thoughtful planning and long-term guidance.
At the core of Robert’s approach is a proprietary planning process known as the Legacy Blueprint—
a structured, personalized framework designed to bring clarity, organization, and confidence to every aspect of a client’s financial life. His philosophy is simple yet powerful:
Prioritize Your Wealth. Preserving Legacy.
Robert holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation, along with the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™, and maintains his Series 7 and 66 registrations held through LPL Financial.
His advice is grounded in a fiduciary mindset—focused on aligning each client’s financial strategy with
their values, goals, and vision for the future.
What sets Robert apart is his commitment to delivering a personalized, relationship-driven experience. He believes financial planning is not just about numbers—it’s about helping clients make confident decisions, simplify complexity, and ultimately change the trajectory of their family’s financial future.
Beyond his professional work, Robert is deeply involved in his local community. He serves as Vice President of the Klein Oak FFA Booster Club and sits on the Magnolia Economic Development Board. He is passionate about supporting youth development and creating opportunities for the next generation.
Robert lives in Spring, Texas with his wife, Michelle, whom he met while attending Baylor University. Together, they are raising four children—Avery, Sealy, Corbin, and Morgan—who continue to inspire his dedication to building a meaningful legacy both at home and in the lives of the families he serves.
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Steve Belloli, AAMS, AIF
FOUNDING PARTNER