Ancel is the founder of the CPA firm, Ancel Airington & Associates. In 2001, he joined Raymond James as an investment advisor. As a recognized leader in wealth management, Ancel strives to devise innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients. Today, his primary focus is working emeritus with high-net-worth clients providing financial advice and investment strategies to help attain their individual financial goals. He enjoys collaborating with executives of public and private companies, retirees, business owners and families.

Prior to starting his own firm in 1983, Ancel worked as an auditor for the Internal Revenue Service where he gained unique knowledge of tax code and the complex tax issues facing high income individuals. He also has experience working with companies in the oil and gas industry, serving as a controller from 1979 to 1983.

Ancel has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) and is a Personal Financial Specialist accredited by the American Institute of CPA’s, a Certified Public Accountant and Financial Advisor.

Ancel has earned the top designations as a Raymond James advisor being named to the Chairman’s Council and Leaders Council. His alma mater remained near and dear serving on the UCO Board of Trustees from 2009-2021.Technically retired, Ancel can be found at the office sipping coffee with friends and continuing the work he so passionately enjoys.