First Command Financial Advisor - James West

Rob Silva joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in June 2015, following a 20-year career in the United States Navy, where he attained the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Rob 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. Rob has a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics with a concentration in Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame and a Master’s degree in Operations Research from the Naval Postgraduate School, as well as a Master's in Defense Technology Systems from the National University of Singapore. He holds Series 6, 63, and 65 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in Virginia, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. Rob 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. Active in his community, Rob is a member of the Tailhook Association and the Military Officers Association of America. In his free time, Rob enjoys gardening, 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.”

Will Kenney joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in June 2024, following a 22-year career in the United States Navy, where he attained the rank of Chief Petty Officer. Will 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 Columbia College of Missouri with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Will holds Series 6, 63, 65 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in VA & NC. Understanding that the biggest obstacle to financial security for most people is their own behavior, Will 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. 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, Will enjoys football, 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.”

Pat Benish joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in July 1993. He is excited about the opportunity to help people make the smart financial decisions that are essential to long-term financial security. A graduate of United States Coast Guard Academy with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematical Sciences, Pat holds Series 6, 63, 65 securities licenses plus life and health insurance licenses in Virginia, and others. Pat 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. Active in his community, Pat is a volunteer for Beach FC. In his free time, Pat enjoys bike riding, running, and swimming. 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.”