First Command District Advisor - Christine Goates, RICP®|MBA

Christine Goates has been in the Financial Services industry since 1995. She joined First Command in 2012. She has held multiple roles throughout her career that provide her with the knowledge of what clients need and want in their Financial Advisor relationship. In July 2021, Christine became the District Advisor for the First Command Fort Worth and Abilene Field offices. Christine is passionate about finding ways to serve others and is committed to making a positive impact in their lives. As a District Advisor, she provides guidance and support to her Advisors and staff that are deeply committed to coaching people in their pursuit of financial security. She has three guiding principles that impact her leadership style: 1. Always do what is in the best interest of others 2. Coach and serve clients with a high standard 3. Create opportunities to reach and impact more lives She focuses on providing her District with the necessary resources that enable them to have meaningful interactions with clients while providing comprehensive plans and service. Each day she aspires to create a professional environment that consistently delivers the experience that clients expect and deserve. Christine graduated from Tarrant County College in 1997 with an Associate in Arts. She then received an academic scholarship to attend Texas Christian University where she graduated with a BBA in Finance in 1999. She then completed her MBA from the University of Arlington in Texas in 2012. She holds FINRA Series 7, 63, 65, 9, 10 and 24 security licenses plus Life and Health. Christine grew up in Fort Worth, Texas. Her father served over 13 years at Carswell Air Force Base. Her brother has over 32 years in the Navy and still going strong. In January 2022, Christine married Guy, her lifetime friend that she has known since she was twelve. They have two sons, Wade and Ethan. You can find Christine at a ballpark every weekend watching Wade play. When she is not at a ballpark, Christine enjoys going to church, spending time with family and friends and traveling.