First Command Financial Planning

First Command Recruits Retired Army General for Company Leadership

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Monday, October 24, 2022

First Command Financial Services, Inc., announced today that retired Army Gen. Michael Garrett has joined the companys board of directors, effective Nov. 4.

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  • First Command Financial Services, Inc., announced today that retired Army Gen. Michael Garrett has joined the companys board of directors, effective Nov. 4.
  • Gen. Garrett experienced a long and distinguished military career, culminating with his service as the commanding general of the U.S. Army Forces Command from 2019 to his retirement this year.
  • First Command Financial Services and its subsidiaries, including First Command Brokerage Services and First Command Bank, coach our Nations military families in their pursuit of financial security.
  • 2022 First Command Financial Services, Inc. is the parent company of First Command Brokerage Services, Inc. (Member SIPC , FINRA ), First Command Advisory Services, Inc., First Command Insurance Services, Inc. and First Command Bank.

First Command Announces Affinity Partnership With CPOA

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022

As the new title sponsor of CPOAs annual convention, First Command is participating in this years four-day event with a donation to the CPOA scholarship fund.

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  • As the new title sponsor of CPOAs annual convention, First Command is participating in this years four-day event with a donation to the CPOA scholarship fund.
  • "We are extremely pleased to partner with First Command, said CPOA National President Jon Ostrowski.
  • First Command Financial Services and its subsidiaries, including First Command Brokerage Services, First Command Advisory Services and First Command Bank, coach our Nations military families in their pursuit of financial security.
  • 2022 First Command Financial Services, Inc. is the parent company of First Command Brokerage Services, Inc. (Member SIPC , FINRA ), First Command Advisory Services, Inc., First Command Insurance Services, Inc. and First Command Bank.

The Folded Flag Foundation Honors Our Nation's Fallen Service Members at New York Gala on Sept. 8, 2022

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Monday, August 8, 2022

Barber and Kern also serve on the board of trustees for The Folded Flag Foundation.

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  • Barber and Kern also serve on the board of trustees for The Folded Flag Foundation.
  • The Folded Flag Foundation is proud to offer educational scholarships to Gold Star families from across the nation."
  • For the 2022-23 school year, The Folded Flag Foundation awarded more than $3.25 million in educational scholarships to 750 recipients.
  • For more information on The Folded Flag Foundation, including how to make a donation to support its cause, please visit www.FoldedFlagFoundation.org .

Financial Planning releases its annual report on wealth management technology -- The 2022 Tech Survey: The Wealthtech Labyrinth

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new survey conducted by Arizent, parent company of Financial Planning, finds that advisors have a difficult time navigating the increasingly crowded marketplace of digital wealth management tools, and few are confident they have made the right decision with technology. This opens up opportunities for solutions providers to improve their offerings.

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  • Of those included in the Financial Planning 2022 Tech Survey: The Wealthtech Labyrinth, about 93% of financial advisors agree that technology plays a critical or very important role in their practices.
  • Approximately 68% say their firm prioritized spending on technology over other business needs in the last year.
  • Original research is available to subscribers of Financial Planning, and the full Wealthtech Labyrinth report can be downloaded at https://www.financial-planning.com/research-report/the-wealthtech-labyrinth .
  • This research was conducted by Financial Planning's parent company, Arizent, to understand current technology trends shaping wealth management.

New Arizent research report, How To Win the War for Talent, analyzes the struggles and solutions during the Great Resignation and beyond

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

NEW YORK, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new survey conducted by Arizent, parent company of American Banker, The Bond Buyer, National Mortgage News, Employee Benefit News and other leading information brands for financial and professional services, finds that employers will need to hone in on their workplace policies, boost compensation and benefits and listen to employees' needs if they hope to successfully navigate the Great Resignation today, and the challenges the future may hold.

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  • For large companies with 250-2,000+ employees, around half list these challenges as top concerns.
  • The research also found that even though 90% of employers admit to recruiting challenges, no one reason is clear.
  • Original research is available to subscribers of American Banker and Financial Planning, and the full report can be downloaded at https://www.americanbanker.com/research-report/employers-are-scrambling-... .
  • For more information on this survey or other Arizent research, contact:

Biotech Company Allonnia Appoints Lieutenant General (Ret.) Thomas P. Bostick to Board of Directors; Celebrates Additions to Advisory Team

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

Allonnia , the bio-ingenuity company dedicated to extracting value where others see waste, today announces the appointment of Lieutenant General (Ret.)

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  • Allonnia , the bio-ingenuity company dedicated to extracting value where others see waste, today announces the appointment of Lieutenant General (Ret.)
  • Speaking to the board addition Nicole Richards, CEO, Allonnia said We are extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to work with Tom.
  • Thomas P. Bostick previously served as COO and President, Intrexon Bioengineering (NASDAQ: XON).
  • He also serves on the board of HireVue, and Fidelity Investments Equity and High-Income Fund Board of Trustees.

Triple Impact Connections Partners With Flagpole Of Freedom Park To Honor America's Veterans

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

KILLEEN, Texas, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Triple Impact Connections, a first-of-its-kind veteran-owned customer contact center staffed by military spouses, has aligned with the Flagpole of Freedom team.

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  • Triple Impact Connections, a first-of-its-kind veteran-owned customer contact center staffed by military spouses, has aligned with the Flagpole of Freedom team.
  • KILLEEN, Texas, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Triple Impact Connections , a first-of-its-kind veteran-owned customer contact center staffed by military spouses, has aligned with the Flagpole of Freedom team.
  • Flagpole of Freedom has announced the development of a one-billion dollar park and educational/experiential center to honor all 24 million veterans since the founding of our country, showcasing "pride independent of party".
  • Triple Impact Connections' new paradigm brings a highly talented, All-American workforce to the forefront of the Customer Experience marketplace.

Tunnel to Towers Foundation Pays Off Mortgage on Home of Fallen Naval Commander

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Thursday, December 23, 2021

The outpouring of support for this fallen hero enabled the Foundation to pay off the mortgage in less than 10 days and make an extra $100,000 donation to the family.

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  • The outpouring of support for this fallen hero enabled the Foundation to pay off the mortgage in less than 10 days and make an extra $100,000 donation to the family.
  • Commander Bourgeois passed away on December 7, 2021, when he succumbed to injuries sustained during a training exercise in Norfolk, Virginia.
  • The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is dedicated to honoring the sacrifice of FDNY Firefighter Stephen Siller, who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001.
  • For more about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and its commitment to DO GOOD, please visit T2T.org .

Tunnel to Towers Foundation to Pay Mortgage of Fallen Naval Commander

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Staten Island, NY, Dec. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tunnel to Towers Foundation announced on Fox & Friends its plans to raise the funds needed to pay off the mortgage on the home of fallen SEAL Team 8 Commander Brian Bourgeois before Christmas.

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  • Staten Island, NY, Dec. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tunnel to Towers Foundation announced on Fox & Friends its plans to raise the funds needed to pay off the mortgage on the home of fallen SEAL Team 8 Commander Brian Bourgeois before Christmas.
  • Tunnel to Towers Foundation Chairman and CEO Frank Siller said, "The loss of a husband and father is heartbreaking at any time of year, but even more so at Christmas.
  • The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is dedicated to honoring the sacrifice of FDNY Firefighter Stephen Siller, who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001.
  • For more about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and its commitment to DO GOOD, please visit T2T.org .

First Command Reports: Demand Stays Strong for Permanent Life Insurance in Military

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Monday, October 4, 2021

Demand is staying strong for permanent life insurance in career military families, according to the latest findings of the First Command Financial Behaviors Index.

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  • Demand is staying strong for permanent life insurance in career military families, according to the latest findings of the First Command Financial Behaviors Index.
  • Military families continue to show strong interest in the benefits of permanent life insurance, said First Command President/CEO Mark Steffe.
  • The most popular type of permanent life insurance among the military is whole life, which is owned by 48 percent of survey respondents.
  • Term life insurance is a cost-effective option, but it lacks the lifetime protection of permanent life insurance and therefore has a more limited use," Steffe said.