After graduating Texas A&M University in 1978 and working in agriculture, David returned to Bryan/College Station in 1983 to begin a career in the securities and financial planning industry. He and his wife of 45 years, Kathy, have two grown children. Their son graduated from The United States Military Academy at West Point in 2007 and completed his service in the U.S. Army after achieving the rank of Captain. Blaine and his wife, Hannah, have one daughter and currently live in College Station, Texas. Blaine has joined the practice as a Financial Advisor and Hannah is a successful analyst. Their daughter graduated from Baylor University in December 2010. Sarah and her husband, Brian, and their three children currently live in Shiner, Texas. Over the past 40 years David has been involved in several local and national organizations, and his church. His professional credentials include the CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANNING COUNSELOR™, CHARTERED MUTUAL FUND COUNSELOR™, and ACCREDITED ASSET MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST™ designations. These designations are based on rigorous education, examination, experience and ethical requirements. David has spent over 40 years helping investors address the unique challenges of 21st-century retirement and build lasting legacies. David employs the vast resources of Raymond James, one of the largest independent financial services firms in the nation, to bring the right guidance and tailored financial strategies designed to meet his clients’ specific needs. He works diligently to meet his clients’ expectations with quality customer service and the intention of being their trusted wealth advisor for life. He has built a career and a practice based on honest relationships and sophisticated knowledge.