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Financial Services Executive Joins First Command for Corporate Governance

John Woerner becomes newest member of the First Command Board of Directors

FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Command Financial Services Inc., announced today that John Woerner has joined the company’s board of directors, effective Sept. 25.

“Since our founding in 1958, First Command has remained committed to helping our Nation’s military families get their financial lives squared away, and we are honored that John Woerner is joining us in this effort,” said First Command President/CEO Mark Steffe. “I look forward to partnering with John and the rest of the board as we continue our Mission of coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security.”

John Woerner comes to First Command with 30 years of financial services experience. He has extensive experience in investment banking, strategic consulting, and personal financial services. In 2022, John retired from Ameriprise Financial Inc., the largest U.S. financial planning firm, as president, Insurance and Annuities and chief strategy officer. His work experiences include serving as a partner at McKinsey & Co., a global management consulting firm where he focused on asset management, wealth management, and insurance. He began his career at Goldman, Sachs & Co., as a financial analyst in debt capital markets.

“I am excited to join the board of First Command and contribute to their vital work of supporting our military families in pursuing financial security,” Woerner said. “First Command’s unwavering commitment to serving those who serve our country aligns closely with my own values, and I look forward to working with the team to help guide the company’s mission serving military families with financial advice and coaching that puts the client’s interest first.”

The First Command Board of Directors is the governing body of the company and the ultimate advocate of its ethical standards. The board provides the senior executive team with advice and counsel and monitors their performance. In addition, the board ensures that high ethical standards are reflected in the company’s everyday culture.

To learn more about the First Command Board of Directors, visit https://www.firstcommand.com/leadership/corporate-governance/ .

About First Command

First Command Financial Services and its subsidiaries, including First Command Brokerage Services and First Command Bank, coach our Nation’s military families in their pursuit of financial security. Since 1958, First Command Financial Advisors have been shaping positive financial behaviors through face-to-face coaching with hundreds of thousands of client families.

©2024 First Command Financial Services, Inc. parent of First Command Brokerage Services, Inc (Member SIPC, FINRA), First Command Advisory Services, Inc., First Command Insurance Services, Inc. and First Command Bank. Securities products and brokerage services are provided by First Command Brokerage Services, Inc., a broker-dealer. Financial planning and investment advisory services are provided by First Command Advisory Services, Inc., an investment adviser. Insurance products and services are provided by First Command Insurance Services, Inc. Banking products and services are provided by First Command Bank (Member FDIC). Securities are not FDIC insured, have no bank guarantee and may lose value. A financial plan, by itself, cannot assure that retirement or other financial goals will be met. First Command Financial Services, Inc. and its related entities are not affiliated with, authorized to sell or represent on behalf of or otherwise endorsed by any federal employee benefits programs referenced, by the U.S. government, or the U.S. Armed Forces.

Contacts

Mark Leach
Media Relations
817-569-2419
msleach@firstcommand.com

First Command Financial Services Inc.


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Mark Leach
Media Relations
817-569-2419
msleach@firstcommand.com

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