FFP - Key Persons
Jessica Hammers joined FFP in February 2023 as Scott's Executive Assistant. She brings over 8 years of administrative knowledge to the table with experience in scheduling, correspondence, & client support. Having held positions in the legal, medical, & Corporate fields, Jessica is able to tailor her skills to meet the needs of various clients.
Jessica lives in Southern Indiana with her husband, Jake, & their two children, Juliette & Jameson. She enjoys spending time with her family & friends, outdoor activities, & traveling.
Kendal joined our team in December 2022 as the Office Manager. She graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a Bachelor of Science degree. She brings with her over 10 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant. Kendal is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the office and administrative duties for the advisors at FFP. When you call or visit the office, she is the welcoming smile that greets you.
Kendal resides in Owensboro, Kentucky. She enjoys going to the beach with family, yoga, and spending time with her four kids- Bella, Lola, Harrison, and Amelia, and their German Shepherd, Sansa.
As an independent Wealth Advisor for Financial Freedom Partners, Scott works with individuals and families across the Tristate area to address their diverse financial needs. His comprehensive and customized approach to financial planning includes advising his clients on their investments, risk analysis, saving for retirement, estate planning, educational saving and other aspects unique to their circumstances. He also provides strategies to clients' risk management needs which may include life & long-term care insurance. Helping families strive for and pursue their financial goals is what Scott enjoys most about wealth management along working towards gaining the trust and respect of the clients he has the privilege to serve. He believes that trust and integrity are two key components of a successful client/advisor relationship.
Scott has been in the Financial Services industry since 2007. Prior to joining FFP in 2016, his career focus was primarily spent educating Financial Advisors and clients on various investment and insurance products by providing in depth knowledge in insurance, mutual funds and product research and development. Scott earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Western Kentucky University and has successfully completed the FINRA sponsored Series 7 and 6 Securities, Series 65 Investment Advisor, Series 63 Securities Law & Series 26 Principal exams (registrations held with LPL Financial, LLC). He also has an active KY Insurance license and is approved for life, health & variable lines of authority.
In his spare time, Scott enjoys spending quality time with his wife Leah and son Bennett, family & friends, cooking, staying fit and enjoying outdoor activities. He currently serves as Board President for GRADSA which is a non-profit organization located in Owensboro, KY.
Scott has been in the Financial Services industry since 1997 and joined FFP in 2011. Prior to becoming a partner with FFP, Scott was Vice President of Mutual Fund Product Development for Transamerica Investments. With over 25 years of financial services experience, Scott's areas of expertise include investment portfolio design and management, risk management, retirement planning, and overall comprehensive financial planning.
Whether Scott is working with business owners, professionals, or individuals, all his clients have one thing in common: the desire to pursue their goals and dreams and to have an experienced professional help them to make smart financial decisions. Scott's goal is to create long-term relationships with clients, based on trust and integrity, while helping them gain financial independence. He believes a client's interest must always come first. He strongly feels the best way to deliver this is to be independent, objective, loyal, and transparent.
Scott earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Louisville and is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC®). He has successfully completed the FINRA sponsored Series 6, 7, 63 and 65 exams, held through LPL Financial. He also has an active KY Insurance license and is approved for life & variable lines of authority. Year after year, Scott has consistently received recognition and acknowledgement from LPL Financial for his continued accomplishments and success with distinctions such as Patriot's Club, which recognizes the top advisors at LPL Financial based on annual production.
He is originally from Louisville, KY, and now lives in Newburgh, Indiana with his wife, Robin, and their two daughters. In his spare time, Scott enjoys fishing, playing golf, coaching youth sports, and watching his kids' sporting events.