Ray Parnell Jr.

Ray Parnell, Jr., MBA, is an Investment Advisory Representative at American Portfolios since February 2017, bringing extensive experience in financial planning and advisory roles. Prior to this position, Ray served as a Financial Planner at Lincoln Financial Advisors from April 2014 to January 2017 and worked as a Financial Advisor from October 2010 to March 2014. Ray’s approach to financial planning emphasizes understanding clients' goals and motivations, enabling them to enjoy the present while preparing for the future with a sustainable plan. Ray's earlier career includes serving as the Command Center Senior Enlisted Leader for NORAD and USNORTHCOM and a soldier in the US Army from 1988 to 2010. Ray holds an MBA in Business Management from Webster University and a BS in Management from Park University.