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Easley opens financial planning office

Taylor Easley, CFP, has established Easley & Associates, an independent firm located at 75-5660 Kopiko St., Kailua-Kona. The group specializes in serving the wealth management needs of professional athletes and other high-profile clients throughout the world. Securities are offered through Raymond James Financial Services Inc., a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and Securities Investor Protection Corp.

Easley’s financial services career spans more than 13 years and includes extensive experience with major firms. Prior to establishing Easley & Associates, he served as a financial adviser with both Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley.

A graduate with honors of the University of Mississippi, Easley earned a bachelor’s degree in banking and finance and managerial finance. In addition, he holds the certified financial planner certification conferred by the College of Financial Planning.