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Chainsaw joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in May 2005, following a 22-year career in the United States Air Force where he attained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. During his time in the service, Chainsaw received the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor for heroism in Desert Storm. A graduate of Texas A&M University with a bachelor's degree and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University with a master's degree, Chainsaw holds Series 6, 26, 63 and 65 securities licenses plus state life and health insurance licenses in Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin. Chainsaw is committed to helping his clients pursue their financial goals and lifetime dreams by bringing sound financial knowledge and trustworthy advice to a lasting relationship with each individual and family he serves. Having experienced the difficulties associated with the loss of his father Don and son Ryan, Chainsaw is committed to helping families thoughtfully prepare for the financial security of their loved ones. Active in his community, Chainsaw was a former flight captain for the Order of Daedalians, a former Faithful Navigator and Grand Knight for Knights of Columbus, a life member of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) and past Chapter President, a River Rats life member, a Quiet Birdmen member and a member of Rotary. In his free time, Chainsaw enjoys golf, travel, cruises, swimming, walking and spending time with family. He is married with six children and 10 grandchildren.

The Charles Schwab Corporation provides a full range of brokerage, banking and financial advisory services through its operating subsidiaries. Its broker-dealer subsidiary, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (member SIPC), offers investment services and products, including Schwab brokerage accounts. Its banking subsidiary, Charles Schwab Bank (member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender), provides deposit and lending services and products.

First Command's Financial Advisors in Colorado Springs, CO are committed to serving our Nation's military families in their pursuit of financial security. Keeping you financially squared away wherever life takes you.