Summary of Qualifications
John Futrell is a licensed specialist with 17 years of experience in the financial industry. He is a speaker, an author and a respected expert on a wide variety of financial topics. He is the President of Futrell Financial Management, a wealth management company that specializes in estate, retirement and business planning. Formerly, the financial commentator for ABC and FOX news in Las Vegas, he now serves as an information source to the media on financial and business matters. He has frequently been featured on local programs, news interviews and publications. John has authored numerous articles as a Financial Columnist for a variety of publications. Additionally, the legal community often retains John to provide testimony to the courts when financial and business issues require an expert's opinion. John’s extensive experience and comprehensive knowledge renders him a foremost expert in the financial industry.

Professional Licenses

•  Series 7 - General Securities License
•  Series 65 - Registered Investment Advisor
•  Series 6 - Mutual Funds License
•  Series 63- State Blue Sky License
•  Life Insurance & Annuity Agent

Work Experience
Futrell Financial Management –President (2000-present)
The representatives and agents in the firm are licensed in securities and/or insurance products and services. They work with a very close network of specialists including CPAs, Attorneys and Bankers to offer expertise in all financial matters.

Sunpoint Securities -Vice President of Investments (1997-2000)
As an independent franchisee, securities and portfolio management was the primary focus of the business. Interaction and coordination with client’s CPAs, bankers and attorneys broadened the scope of services and expertise into the estate-planning arena.

Merrill Lynch-Financial Advisor (1993-1997)
As a Financial Advisor, John was recruited from Paine Webber to open the new Summerlin office in Las Vegas. His duties were to consult with clients and manage their assets consistent with their objectives.

Paine Webber, Inc.-Investment Executive (1987-1993)
Duties included offering stocks, bonds, mutual funds and other securities to clients and prospective clients. Also, research and customer service were integral daily activities.

Professional Media Affiliations
Financial Commentator – KTNV-ABC News 13
Financial Commentator - KVVU-Fox 5 News
Financial Columnist- In Business Las Vegas

Professional Speaker – Las Vegas Executive Speakers Bureau
Topics include financial, sales and motivation.

Professional Honors
Who’s Who in Southern Nevada - 2003
Most Distinguished Men in Southern Nevada - 2001
Rising Stars Under 40 - 2004

Association Memberships
Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce Speakers Bureau -Chairman
Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce Business Education Committee-member
Working in Communications-member

Community Involvement
Opportunity Village-Board of Directors
Arthritis Foundation Committee

Professional Presentations
Available Upon Request