Al Dudley, a retired financial advisor with 43 years of experience, has dedicated his career to helping clients meet their financial goals. His passion for finance started at an early age while growing up in rural Virginia where he would often spend his free time reading the Wall Street Journal. Al earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation in 1991, which helped him provide his clients with sound investment planning strategies. His business approach centered around being a valuable resource for all his client's financial needs. Al has worked for several reputable financial firms throughout his career, including Baird, Wells Fargo Advisors, and Boettcher & Co, where he served as a special partner. Al enjoys reading, gardening, grilling, traveling, watching his favorite sports teams, and a little Merlot on weekends. He is licensed to provide financial services to residents of specific states, and more information can be found on FINRA's website.