Mark Jackson

Mark Jackson

+ Strategic Advisor

Mark Jackson is a financial professional with a diverse background in sports, real estate, and financial services. After graduating from Purdue University in 1986, he embarked on a career in the National Football League (NFL) while simultaneously deepening his education in finance. Reflecting on his early experiences, he notes, “In the beginning, it was tough to know who to trust—who truly had a professional level of expertise and who would act as a fiduciary, putting my interests ahead of their own. I learned a lot through trial and error, and that education came at a steep price.”

Determined to expand his expertise, Mr. Jackson earned his real estate license the following year, followed by his mortgage license, and Life, Health, Property, and Casualty Insurance licenses. His commitment to financial literacy and ethical advising led him to become a Certified Financial Fiduciary (CF2®) and earn the Certified Financial Educator (CFEd®) designation from the Heartland Institute of Financial Education.

Drawing from his own hard-earned experiences, he is dedicated to guiding others toward financial security and success at Ready2Retire.