First Command Financial Advisor - Steven Ziegler

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”.

Mike Samsel joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in March 2019, following a 22-year career in the United States United States Air Force, where he attained the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. Mike 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. Mike has a Bachelor's degree in Management from Bellevue University and a Master's degree in Organizational Performance from Bellevue University. He holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in NC and SC. Mike is committed to coaching clients to 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. In his free time, Mike enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with friends. 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.

John Humphries joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in January 2018, following a 20-year career in the United States US Air Force, where he attained the rank of Lt Col. John 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. John has a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from Georgia Tech and a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering - Aeroelasticity from Georgia Tech and he is a Graduate of the USAF Test Pilot School. He holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Utah. Understanding that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior, John 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. John 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, John is a member of Crossings Community Church Bermuda High Soaring. In his free time, John enjoys photography, spending time with family, and traveling. 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.”