Branden C. Mann, MBA, AIF®

LPL Financial Planner

Branden was raised in Northwestern Indiana. Following secondary education, he pursued a collegiate education at Purdue University. The September 11, 2001 attack changed Branden's circumstances, eventually leading him to enlist in the United States Army as an Infantryman. Branden served from 2003-2011.

In 2009, Branden earned a B.S. in Health Science from Trident University and, later, an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Branden has worked in the financial services industry since 2010, and he joined Citizens Financial Services in 2017.

Branden resides in Hill County. His lovely daughter Erin enjoys keeping him busy with swimming at the pool, participation in competitive dance, acting, and many other fun activities. His involvement with the local community includes Freemasonry as well as volunteering in multiple local organizations.

Branden currently holds Series 6, 7, 26, 63, and 65 securities licenses through LPL Financial. Branden is also an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF^®), and he holds a Life and Health Insurance License.

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Justin T. Jones

LPL Financial Planner

Justin was raised in Central Texas before a stint in the Air Force from 2002-2006. He later received a B.S. in Biology and then a Masters in Physics from Western Governors University. His interest in the sciences led him to teach and then become the Assistant Principal at the Whitney, Texas high school.

Seeking further opportunity, Justin entered the financial services industry in the Fall of 2019. Justin was subsequently hired by CFS in the Fall of 2020. It was Justin's ideology towards investing that caught the attention of CFS. He follows the same strategy that CFS embodies - to advise his clients in a relevant capacity, to strive to keep his clients focused, and to act as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a disciplined approach to investing.

Justin and his family reside in Hill County. He is civically active with the Hill County Water Supply Board and the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce Board. He is also a member of the Masonic Lodge of Hillsboro.

Justin currently holds Series 7 and 66 licenses through LPL Financial.

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Kathy Porter

Administrative Assistant

Kathy has worked in brokerage services for over 25 years.  As an Administrative Assistant she is usually your first point of contact when you call or enter the office. Kathy is responsible for the firm's day-to-day operations, including: scheduling appointments, proper processing of account paperwork, assisting clients with service requests and assuring compliance with all federal, state, and firm rules.

Kathy resides in Hillsboro with her high school sweetheart, Gary, and one very spoiled miniature dachshund, Lucy! They have three daughters and sons-in-law as well as four grandchildren. She enjoys spending time with family, watching her grandchildren play sports and traveling.

Kathy likes the warm friendly atmosphere that comes from living in a small town. She brings many years of friendship and service to our clients.