Paul D. Adkins

Paul D. Adkins has extensive experience in financial services and management. Currently, at Principal Financial Group since January 2020, Paul serves as a Financial Representative, a Principal Securities Registered Representative, and a Financial Advisor, offering insurance products. Prior to this role, Paul was a Registered Investment Advisor at Parsonex Advisory Services, Inc. from August 2016 to January 2020. Earlier experience includes significant management roles at The Home Depot from January 1996 to August 2017, notably in inventory management, and partnership at Focus Asset Management of NC LLC from November 2010 to February 2013, where Paul developed a proprietary algorithm for equities investment. Additionally, as a Partner and Owner/Operator of The Distinctive Edge Knives from 1999 to 2010, Paul established strong leadership in the premium cutlery market. Education includes attendance at West Forsyth.