Jon holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor designation from the College of Financial Planning.
He also carries a bachelor’s degree in Business-Finance from Weber State University. Jon specializes in designing financial plans, creating retirement income streams, running tax optimization strategies and offers investment management solutions.
Jon has additional training and credentials in the field of Social Security and helps analyze and discuss Social Security optimization strategies. He operates under a fiduciary standard of care to his clients.
Rees Bridges brings a unique value to the IFW as both a highly accomplished creative professional and a successful financial services executive to serve in his role as Senior VP, Marketing & Communications.
Over the last decade Rees has served as the lead marketing & communications professional for a Fortune 500 Financial Services firm. He oversaw all advisor marketing strategies, client communications, and the entire firms branding and marketing initiatives.
Rees continues to pursue his passions as a creative professional & musician for over 30 years, with an impressive profile and reputation as a designer, performer, teacher, and studio musician. Here is a little secret: He serves in the role as an international clinician for Mapex drums, Paiste Cymbals and held the record for world’s fastest drummer between 2006 and 2007.
Rees grew up in London, England and currently resides in Miami, Florida. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and indulging in his passions for music and creative pursuits.