Jared Ford

Jared Ford is a Financial Planner who helps individuals, businesses, business owners, and non‑profit organizations build clarity and confidence through comprehensive financial planning strategies, retirement guidance, and investment management. With nearly a decade of experience, he serves a diverse client base across a wide range of planning needs.

A significant part of Jared’s work centers on supporting educators with short‑ and long‑term financial planning and retirement strategies. His close connection to the education community—his wife is an educator—has made him a trusted resource for teachers and school employees seeking clear, structured guidance throughout their careers and into retirement.

Jared’s approach focuses on developing, implementing, and maintaining personalized financial plans, providing clients with ongoing guidance and clarity at every stage of life. He believes effective planning is a long‑term partnership built on transparency, structure, and proactive communication.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business and Finance from The Pennsylvania State University. Jared holds the Series 7, Series 66, and Life and Health Insurance licenses, allowing him to support clients with a broad range of planning needs.

Jared lives in Hagerstown, Maryland with his wife and their two children.

Representatives registered with and offer only securities and advisory services through PlanMember Securities Corporation, a registered broker/dealer, investment advisor and member FINRA/SIPC.

Paladin Advisor Group and PlanMember Securities Corporation are independently owned and operated.