Eastern Gate Financial, LLC
Striving to create a better financial future

About

Integrity. Ingenuity. Initiative.

 

Who We Are

 
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Principal/Owner

Ben Shaddox

Ben is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and the owner of Eastern Gate Financial LLC. He has worked in the financial services industry since 1998.  His background includes service with a global insurer as well as helping develop a private client group for one of the region's largest banks.  Ben focuses on developing comprehensive financial plans for his clients with their specific goals and objectives in mind. Outside of his day job, Ben spends his time with his wife and three children, enjoying any activity outdoors and attending his kids' sporting events.

Ben holds multiple securities licenses (series 6, 7, 63 and 65*) as well as an Arkansas Life, Health and Disability insurance license (AR Ins. License # 66537). 

* Series 6 (Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Limited Representative); Series 7 (General Securities Representative); Series 63 (Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam); Series 65 (Uniform Investment Advisor State Law Exam)

 
 
 
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Director of operations and underwriting

Amber Parsons

Amber serves as the Director of Operations and Underwriting for Eastern Gate Financial LLC. She oversees day-to-day operations and ensures the business is well-coordinated and productive by managing all of its procedures. She works with all investment clients to fulfill and service all of their needs.  Amber also serves as the life insurance underwriter. Amber has cultivated successful relationships with all carriers and underwriters, ensuring the best possible outcome for all cases. Amber has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. In her spare time, Amber enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and traveling. She is also active with the local chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and serves on the planning committee for Walk MS Fayetteville.

Amber's securities licenses include the Series 7 (General Securities Representative) and Series 63 (Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam) as well as Arkansas Life and Health insurance licenses (AR Ins. License #10227915).