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It can be frustrating as a big man, especially an athletic big man that is looking for stylish clothes. You can’t walk into stores like Banana Republic (insert other popular clothing stores) and be able to find anything that fits besides socks and maybe sunglasses. Everything from finding a pair of jeans to shoes is more difficult and I was always right on the edge of being too big for the “stylish” stores, but too small for a lot of the “big and tall” stores. It amazes me that it is still this difficult to walk into a shoe store and find a size 14….we’re not talking about Shaquille O’Neal’s shoes, we’re talking about a 14 which is what many 9th and 10th graders wear right now but we just don’t have the selection.
It spills over into other areas of life, too. On most planes, the Exit Row is the only comfortable seat on the plane and you can’t imagine the frustration when you walk back to the exit row to see if taken by a few 5’ 6” frequent fliers that can’t even tough the floor with their feet when they sit down. Going to a spa and trying on their “one size fits all” robe and slippers can be an embarrassing experience when you have to take it back to the front desk and ask if they have any “XXL” robes that i can use. it’s everywhere and it amazes me that this is still an issue considering how much bigger human beings are compared to just 20 or 30 years ago. Being 6’4” is no longer considered a “giant” but it sure isn’t easy for that 6’4” person to find comfortable and stylish clothes much less relax in the middle seat of a plane.
Words From Todd Wike, when he was a lineman weighing in at 307 lb and a height at 6’4.
In November 2005, Todd Wike was looking for a new path that would allow him to apply his leadership and communication skills – which he developed as an NFL player with the Oakland Raiders and Scottish Claymores of NFL Europe, as well as an undergraduate major in philosophy – to help make a positive difference in people’s lives. Also at that time, Larry Grabenstein was searching for a new addition to the Potomac Financial Group – someone who possessed a fresh perspective but not necessarily industry experience. Todd has been a valuable member of the Potomac team ever since.
As a financial advisor and Certified Financial Planner™ professional, Todd helps monitor clients’ portfolios as he prepares, discusses and implements adjustments as necessary. His goal is for clients to feel a sense of confidence as they approach and enjoy retirement, and he works to maintain a full view of their progress and evolving circumstances through regular meetings and phone conversations with them. As a steward of clients’ financial well-being, Todd continuously strives to apply his leadership skills and investment knowledge to earn and maintain the trust and confidence of each client of Potomac Financial Group.
Todd is a graduate of the University of Maryland, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy. Following college and his NFL career, Todd worked as a real estate project supervisor, as well as an assistant football coach with Georgetown University. In the community, he is active in the University of Maryland Terrapin Club, The M Club, and the Maryland Gridiron Network.
Originally from Lebanon, Pennsylvania, the recently married Todd lives in Ashton, Maryland, with his wife, Chrissy. In addition to supporting Maryland athletics, he enjoys cooking and traveling with Chrissy.
