First Command Financial Advisor - Cecilia Brewington-Pettigrew

As a First Command Financial Advisor, I am committed to helping clients consistently make the smart, informed financial decisions that are essential to the pursuit of long-term financial security. I chose this profession because I believe it gives me the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the people I work with. Experience has taught me that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior. That’s why I seek to form trusting, long term relationships with clients, serving as their personal financial coach by: 1. Helping them set specific and meaningful goals that are aligned with their values 2. Providing them with a comprehensive, personalized plan for effectively pursuing their goals 3. Encouraging and motivating them to adopt and consistently practice the productive financial behaviors necessary to successfully execute their plan 4. Making strategic adjustments in their plan as their circumstances and goals evolve over time I don’t believe in shortcuts to financial security. I advocate time-tested financial principles including prudent and responsible debt management, disciplined saving and investing and a thoughtful insurance strategy for managing financial risk. And as an Investment Advisor Representative (IAR), I am held to a fiduciary standard, required in all cases to act in the clients’ best interests. About First Command First Command was founded in 1958 by a retired Air Force officer intent on improving the financial well-being of service members and their families. Today, more than 500 First Command Financial Advisors across the country and abroad are committed to fulfilling the company’s Mission of “Coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security”.

Jessica Blaisdell joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in May 2013, following a 21-year career in the United States Army, where she attained the rank of Major. Jessica 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 Eastern Kentucky University with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Jessica holds Series 6, 63, 65 and 26 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MD, MS, NC, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA. Understanding that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior, Jessica serves as a personal financial coach to clients, continually reinforcing positive financial behaviors. She advocates time-tested financial principles, including disciplined, long-term saving and investing, careful debt management, and a thoughtful insurance strategy to manage financial risk. Jessica 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 her free time, Jessica enjoys spending time with family. Active in her community, Jessica is a member of the Fort Knox Spouses and Community Club. 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.”

David Strauss joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in November 2021, following a 36-year career in the United States Army, where he attained the rank of Colonel. David 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. David has a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and Political Science from University of Tennessee at Martin, and a Master’s degree in Theater Operations and Planning from Command and General Staff College, and a Master's of Philosophy in National Defence from the National Defence University of Pakistan. He holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in FL, GA, IN, KS, KY, NC, OH, TN, TX and WV. Understanding that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior, David 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. David 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, David is a member of Lions Club of Elizabethtown, the Veterans of Foreign War, First Cavalry Division Association of Radcliff and MOAA. In his free time, David enjoys cooking, golf, and spending time with family. 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.”