John-Mark Young Earns the Prestigious CFP® Certification
- Whitaker Myers
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
We are thrilled to announce that John-Mark Young, President and Chief Investment Officer at Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers, has officially earned the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) certification—one of the most respected and rigorous designations in the financial planning profession.
John-Mark's achievement comes after an intensive 14-month journey of dedicated study and preparation. Passing the CFP® exam is no small feat; it is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence in financial planning and client service.
The CFP® certification, administered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board), identifies financial professionals who have met high standards of competency and ethics. As a CFP® professional, John-Mark has demonstrated expertise across the core pillars of comprehensive financial planning, including investments, tax planning, retirement, estate planning, insurance, and more.
According to the CFP Board, individuals who earn the right to use the CFP® certification marks must meet “rigorous professional standards and have agreed to adhere to the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence when dealing with clients.” The CFP Board’s mission is to benefit the public by upholding the CFP® certification as the recognized standard of excellence for competent and ethical financial planning.
John-Mark’s pursuit of the CFP® designation reflects the same heart and vision that guide Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers—putting people first, operating with integrity, and delivering financial guidance that is both trustworthy and transformative.
We are proud to celebrate this milestone with John-Mark and look forward to the continued impact he will make in the lives of our clients and our broader community.
Congratulations, John-Mark!