Board Members

Dr. Vandana Birthi grew up in India and earned her medical degree from Pavlov State Medical University in St. Petersburg, Russia. After earning her degree, she provided healthcare in the Indian Army for 9 years and reached the ranks of major. She was involved in many community projects while serving in the army and is currently involved in many social welfare projects. She currently resided in the USA with her family

Nainan Patel grew up in India and moved to United Stated in age of 14 and completed his education in Nebraska state of USA. He is the practice manager in Pain Management clinic.

Matthew R. Schultz Matthew Schultz joined the Plan Group Financial Team in October 2020. Matthew  was born and raised in Grand Island, Nebraska. He graduated college from Oklahoma City University. Out of college he traveled as a Senior Consultant for a Non-Profit International Fraternity (Lambda Chi Alpha). He was then recruited to be a Landman in the North Dakota oil boom and specialized in lease negotiation. Finally, he was the Director of Training and Development for a large multi-state company before being recruited to be a Financial Services Representative with Principal. 

Schultz is married to Stephanie and has 3 children. When they have the time they enjoy traveling, being active, going to the mountains to hike or ski, and going to the lake to water ski. Faith and family are top priority.

In his past he has been Grand Island Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Chair, Top 35 under 35, member of Grand Island Little Theatre Board, Economic Vitality Committee for the Downtown Business Improvement District and Worship Leader at Third City Christian Church. Currently he serves on Stuhr Museum Foundation Board and is part of the Sherwood Foundation’s Community Catalyst program.