A Family Practice Built for Families Like Yours
We started Blacka Financial Consulting because we saw too many everyday households turned away by firms that only wanted high-net-worth clients. We believed — and still believe — that a working family in Monroeville or a young couple in Penn Hills deserves the same quality of financial guidance as anyone else. That conviction is still what drives every conversation we have.
Who We Are
We are Small, Independent, and Family-Owned
25+ Years Serving Pittsburgh Families
We are a small, family-owned practice based in Pittsburgh, and we think that matters. When you work with us, you are working directly with the Blacka family — not a rotating cast of associates, not a call center, not a junior rep assigned to your account because your balance didn't hit a threshold. You get people who know your name and remember what you told us last time.
Our office is at 201 Penn Center Blvd, Suite #400, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, and we serve clients across the eastern suburbs and the broader Pittsburgh metro — from Murrysville and Plum to the North Hills and South Hills communities. We also work with clients in multiple states through referral relationships, though our roots and our focus are here.
Our objective is to become our clients most trusted advisor.
We strive to serve you by providing a personal experience to each of our individual clients. If you are ready to take the important steps to help secure your financial future, we are ready to partner with you. The best way to learn more about the options available to you is to explore our site or contact us at our office with any questions. We look forward to working with you!
Independent Advice Across More Options Than a Captive Agent Can Offer
Being independent is not just a credential — it changes what we can do for you. We hold no contracts that require us to push a particular product line. When we recommend a life insurance policy, an annuity, or a home and auto carrier, we are choosing from a wide field of options and selecting what fits your situation. That independence runs through every service we offer, from retirement income planning to personal property and casualty insurance brokered across multiple carriers.
Securities and advisory services are offered through Centaurus Financial, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Advisor. Blacka Financial Consulting and Centaurus Financial, Inc. are not affiliated.
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meet the team
Advisors You Can Rely On
Meet the experienced professionals at Blacka Financial Consulting.
Edward E. Blacka, Jr.
Founding Partner
Fiduciary Financial Planner
Investment Advisor Representative
Registered Representative
Ed Blacka is the founding member and President of Blacka Financial Consulting. For over 25 years, Ed has been providing his clients with professional advice for all their insurance and investment needs.
Ed holds the FINRA Series 6, Series 63 and 65 Registration. Ed holds his Insurance Licenses in 10 states as well, Life, Accident and Health Insurance and Property and Casualty Insurance licenses. He is a graduate of Westminster College with a BA in Communications.
Ed's professional affiliations include membership in the Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania Chapters of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) and International Association of Registered Financial Consultants (IARFC).
Ed's professional objective is to be his clients most trusted advisor.
Zachary S. Blacka
Registered Representative
Property & Casualty Specialist
Marketing Coordinator
Zachary Blacka graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder in the Spring of 2015, studying Organizational Communication. Upon returning home to Pittsburgh, he decided to join the Family Business alongside of his father, Edward. Zach's Marketing experience stems largely from his time spent working as an intern and Game Day staff with the Pittsburgh Steeler's. He continues to assist with youth football for the Steeler's and also contributes to the marketing efforts at Mt. Hope Golf Course, located outside of Meadville, PA.
Zachary holds his PA Life Accident & Health license, PA Property & Casualty license, as well as his 6 & 63 security licenses.
Lucas C. Blacka
Property & Casualty Specialist
Customer Service Representative
Marketing Associate
Lucas attended Thiel College where he studied media communications. After graduating in the Spring of 2018, Lucas decided to join the family business with his father Edward and brother Zachary. Lucas's responsibilities include servicing and consulting property and casualty cases, and providing an online presence so Blacka Financial can be conveniently available for our clients.
Lucas holds his PA Life Accident & Health license, and PA Property & Casualty license.
Gabrielle Z. Blacka
Office Manager
Gabrielle Blacka earned her degree in Business Management, with a concentration in Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship, from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in May 2020. In January 2025, she joined the family business alongside her husband, father-in-law, and brother-in-law. Drawing on her education and passion for small business operations, Gabby plays a key role in managing office procedures and delivering exceptional customer service.
