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Fonda Markley, CFP®, AIF®, CRPS™

Financial Advisor

717-766-4551 ext. 1007
717-550-2032
717-691-3299
fmarkley@BARfinancial.net

Fonda has been in financial services since 2007.  She began her career at Morgan Stanley as a Registered Client Service Associate and in 2013 she joined Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as a Financial Advisor.  Fonda later joined Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC in September of 2017 as a Financial Advisor. 

She takes pride in developing personal and professional relationships with each of her clients by offering a personalized approach to professional investing.   She focuses on developing comprehensive solutions for high-net worth individuals, business owners and non-profit organizations.  

Fonda graduated from Elizabethtown College with a BS in Business Administration.  She is actively involved with Children’s Miracle Network Hospital as a fundraising event volunteer.  She enjoys hiking, golfing, painting and spending time with her family.  She resides in Wellsville, PA with her husband, Derek, and their son, Jonah. 

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Benjamin Mersky

Financial Advisor

717-766-4551
717-550-2026
717-691-3299
BMersky@barfinancial.net

Ben has been in financial services since 2021. He began his career as an Autism Support Behavior Specialist in 2014, prior to becoming a financial coach for Primerica Financial Services. Ben then joined Cetera Advisor Networks LLC in May of 2022 as an Operational Associate and a Registered Representative.

Ben strives to create meaningful personal and professional relationships with clients and coworkers. He takes pride in attention to detail to help ensure clients have the best experience possible.

Ben graduated from Juniata College with a BA in Elementary Education. He enjoys playing the guitar and piano, attending live music concerts, and paying golf and disc golf. Ben resides in Hershey, PA with his wife, Caitlin, and three children, Sebastian, Amelia, and Lucy.

Registered Representative of Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SIPC Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, a broker-dealer and a Registered Investment Advisor. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.

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James Rawson

Financial Advisor

925-375-1222 ext 4136
James.Rawson@barfinancial.net

James Rawson has been dedicated to the financial services industry since 2015, when he commenced his career at Merrill Lynch. His journey began with a focus on wealth management and investment strategies, laying the foundation for his subsequent roles. He then joined Morgan Stanley in 2019. In his pursuit of excellence, James transitioned to Cetera Advisor Networks In 2024.

What sets James apart as a Financial Advisor is his knack for fostering deep connections with each of his clients, offering tailor-made solutions to address their specific financial aspirations and challenges. Whether catering to high-net-worth individuals, business owners, or non-profit organizations, James crafts holistic financial strategies aimed at paving the path towards long-term prosperity.

James graduated from Oregon State University with a BS in business finance. In his free time, he enjoys swimming, working out, being in the mountains or the beach, golfing, playing guitar and attending live concerts. James resides in Walnut Creek, California.

James holds a series 7 and 66 securities registrations as well as life insurance: CA Insurance License#0I1157.He is located at 1390 Willow Pass Rd, Suite 900 Concord, CA 94520, and can be reached at Office: 925-375-1222 Ext 4136 , James.Rawson@barfinancial.net

Registered Representative of Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SIPC Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC (doing insurance business in CA as CFGAN Insurance Agency LLC-CA Insurance Lic# 0644976), Member FINRA/SIPC, a broker-dealer and a Registered Investment Advisor. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. 925-944-9644

Sherry Fitzkee

Sr. Administrative Assistant

717-550-2024
717-691-3299
Sherry.Fitzkee@barfinancial.net

Sherry has been in a customer-facing role in financial services since 2007.  She began her career in the legal field as a secretary/paralegal and later Business Manager before switching to the financial sector, working as the Office Manager at Commonwealth  Financial Group as support for two financial advisors for 18+ years.  Sherry joined Bar Financial Partners in the summer of 2024.

Sherry emphasizes building personal connections with clients, which is crucial for understanding their needs and providing solutions. Her extensive work background and experience allows her to assist clients effectively.

Sherry is very family focused; she has three grown children and lives in York Springs, PA with her husband, Tom, and chocolate lab named Guinness.  She participates in local food drives and fundraising for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.  Sherry enjoys the outdoors, hiking, traveling and reading.  She also spends time landscaping and gardening, growing hundreds of pumpkins annually to share with family and friends. 

 

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17055 United States

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