Palmer Knight

Managing Director Senior Vice President, Investments

Palmer founded Cowford Wealth Management in Jacksonville over fifteen years ago and brings more than 25 years of financial services experience to Raymond James. Born and raised in Jacksonville, Palmer enjoys building lasting relationships with clients in our community and finds great reward in helping them achieve their goals. He recognizes that financial planning today requires a plan that is uniquely tailored to each clients' individual needs, goals, and ambitions.

A graduate of the University of Florida, Palmer earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics and played college baseball for the Gators. He has been in the financial services industry since graduating and has obtained the Wealth Management Specialist designation, earned the Managing Director title, and named to Raymond James' Chairman's Club in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, & 2018.*

Palmer takes pride in involving himself in the community by actively managing Five-Star Amateur Baseball and contributing to Wolfson Children's Hospital and the Dreams Come True Foundation. He and his wife, Tracy, reside in Ortega with their two children, Ashlyn and Austin. In his free time, enjoys spending time with family, coaching, and playing golf.

*Membership is based mainly on assets under management, education, credentials, and fiscal year production. Requalification is required annually. The ranking may not be representative of any one client's experience, is not an endorsement, and is not indicative of advisor's future performance. No fee is paid in exchange for this award/rating.

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