portrait of Bob Ernst

About Bob

Upon graduation in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science degree in management from the U.S. Naval Academy, I began serving 28 years in the Navy as a helicopter pilot stationed on aircraft carriers. During my Navy career, I obtained a Master of Science degree in management in 1993 from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. I also earned a Master of Arts degree in national security and strategic studies in 1999 from the Naval War College in Newport, RI.

During my military service to our country, I was active in investing. I did volunteer work through church with Crown Financial...

Focus Areas

  • Wealth Strategies
  • Estate & Legacy Strategies
  • Entrepreneurs & Business Owners
  • Business Retirement Plans
  • Charitable Giving
  • Military Professionals & Veterans

Work History

  • Edward JonesMarch 2012 to Current

Certifications

  • CFP®

    CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
  • ChFC®

    Chartered Financial Consultant®
  • CEPA®

    Certified Exit Planning Advisor®
  • CKA®

    Certified Kingdom Advisor®

Education

  • US Naval War CollegeMaster of Arts
  • Naval Postgrad SchMaster of Science

Personal Interests

  • Aviation
  • Health & Nutrition
  • Sports Enthusiast
  • Community Outreach
  • Hiking

Team Members

  • Jill Brubaker
    Sr. Branch Office Administrator

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