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JAMES P. SHAWVER

Sanford,FL

Summary

Certified Financial Planner practitioner with over 25 years of experience delivering wealth management solutions to clients, including asset management, tax minimization, liability management, income and asset protection, and wealth transfer strategies. Extensive knowledge of financial products and markets with a strong comprehension of current economic and business conditions. Accomplished business development and client retention skills. Self-motivated and results driven.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Financial Planner

Isaacson Tax & Estate Advisors
12.2006 - 01.2024
  • Responsible for developing, presenting, implementing and monitoring investment plans for approximately 100 client relationships
  • Responsible for all aspects of running a financial planning practice.
  • Developed comprehensive financial plans for clients, addressing investment management, insurance needs, tax planning, and retirement goals.
  • Improved client financial planning strategies by conducting thorough assessments and identifying areas for growth.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and personalized service, resulting in increased client retention rates.
  • Managed client portfolios effectively by monitoring market trends and adjusting investment allocations accordingly.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of client portfolios to ensure continued alignment with stated goals and market conditions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and emerging products to provide informed advice to clients.
  • Analyzed clients'' risk tolerance levels and recommended suitable investment options that aligned with their objectives.

Vice President-Financial Planning Services

First Horizon
09.2004 - 02.2006
  • Responsible for executing First Horizon’s expansion of their national wealth management program into the Florida market
  • Provide comprehensive financial planning services for First Horizon mortgage clients in Florida
  • Responsible for transitioning of mortgages branches to financial centers.
  • Developed new revenue streams by identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with key industry players.
  • Spearheaded organizational restructuring initiatives, streamlining operations and reducing overhead costs.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.

Certified Financial Planner

Merrill Lynch Pierce, Fenner, & Smith
09.1999 - 09.2004
  • Partner in a financial planning team managing in excess of $130 million in client assets generating over $1.1 million in revenue
  • Responsible for developing & monitoring investment policy statements for approximately 150 client relationships
  • Developed and maintained a disciplined investment process and service commitment to maximize retention of existing clients and acquisition of new clients through referrals.

Investment Consultant

Banc of America Investment Services, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Provided comprehensive financial planning services for six Bank of America client banking centers
  • Managed $50 million in assets for approximately 100 client relationships generating over $400,000 in revenue.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance & Economics

University of West Florida
01.1994

Skills

  • Estate Planning
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Wealth Management
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Investment Planning
  • Insurance Planning

Certification

  • CFP- Certified Financial Planner practitioner, CFP Board of Standards
  • Series 7- FINRA
  • Series 65- Registered Investment Advisor, FL Dept. of Banking & Finance
  • Series 63- Registered Securities Agent, State of FL
  • Series 53- Municipal Securities, MSRB
  • Life, Health, and Variable Annuity License- FL Dept. of Insurance

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Certified Financial Planner

Isaacson Tax & Estate Advisors
12.2006 - 01.2024

Vice President-Financial Planning Services

First Horizon
09.2004 - 02.2006

Certified Financial Planner

Merrill Lynch Pierce, Fenner, & Smith
09.1999 - 09.2004

Investment Consultant

Banc of America Investment Services, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance & Economics

University of West Florida

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