First Command Financial Advisor - Eddie Song

Mekale Knight-Victor joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in March 2024, following a 5-year career in the United States Army, where he attained the rank of Captain. Mekale understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away. A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point with a Bachelor’s degree in Law and Legal Studies, Mekale holds Series 6, 63, and 65 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in Texas, Arizona and Georgia. Understanding that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior, Mekale serves as a personal financial coach to clients, continually reinforcing positive financial behaviors. His thorough knowledge of military pay and benefits enables him to advise clients on how to navigate the Blended Retirement System, properly allocate their contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and take full advantage of other benefits. Mekale will work with you to establish specific, meaningful goals that are consistent with your values and then develop a personalized financial plan to guide your pursuit of those goals. In his free time, Mekale enjoys hiking, reading, and watching movies. First Command Financial Services was founded in 1958 by a retired Air Force officer for the specific purpose of improving the financial well-being of military professionals and their families. Today, more than 500 First Command Financial Advisors across the country and abroad, many of whom also served, are committed to the company’s Mission of “Coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security.”

Andy Lawfield joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in January 2019. He is excited about the opportunity to help people make the smart financial decisions that are essential to long-term financial security. Andy has a Master's degree in Business from Webster University and a Bachelor's degree in Technology from Eastern Michigan University. He holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in CO, TN, and CA. Understanding that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior, Andy serves as a personal financial coach to clients, continually reinforcing positive financial behaviors. He advocates time-tested financial principles, including disciplined, long-term saving and investing, careful debt management, and a thoughtful insurance strategy to manage financial risk. Andy will work with you to establish specific, meaningful goals that are consistent with your values and then develop a personalized financial plan to guide your pursuit of those goals. Active in his community, Andy is a member of the Joint Forces Veterans Alliance (JFVA) and the Army Acquisition Corps. In his free time, Andy enjoys running, golf, and spending time with friends. First Command offers a comprehensive set of financial planning products and services, including banking, investments, insurance and retirement planning. More than 500 First Command Financial Advisors across the country and abroad are committed to the company's Mission of Coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security.

Shawn Broe joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in January 2018, following a 20-year career in the United States US Army, where he attained the rank of First Sergeant. Shawn understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away. Shawn holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in Georgia, Alabama, and North Dakota. Understanding that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior, Shawn serves as a personal financial coach to clients, continually reinforcing positive financial behaviors. His thorough knowledge of military pay and benefits enables him to advise clients on how to navigate the Blended Retirement System, properly allocate their contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and take full advantage of other benefits. Shawn will work with you to establish specific, meaningful goals that are consistent with your values and then develop a personalized financial plan to guide your pursuit of those goals. Active in his community, Shawn is a volunteer for Phenix City Baseball. In his free time, Shawn enjoys spending time with family and working out. First Command Financial Services was founded in 1958 by a retired Air Force officer for the specific purpose of improving the financial well-being of military professionals and their families. Today, more than 500 First Command Financial Advisors across the country and abroad, many of whom also served, are committed to the company’s Mission of “Coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security.”