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Now well into its fourth decade, Gerald’s financial services and planning practice continues to flourish. He credits its enduring success to his dedication to cultivating lasting relationships with clients. He provides advice and services that go above and beyond expectations, empowering clients to confidently reach their financial and personal goals. Gerald assists clients with diverse needs, ranging from wealth management and financial planning to personal life insurance and executive benefits. Clients experience a comprehensive approach offered through his partnership with Beden Wealth Management, while taking advantage of Gerald’s specialized knowledge in risk management and his dedicated focus on addressing their unique needs. He assists clients in tackling the financial challenges they know require attention but may lack the time or inclination to address.

Gerald received a bachelor’s degree in economics from Radford University. He is a member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, and the Greater Washington Society of Financial Service Professionals. He was President of the Mass Mutual Advisors Association, which is a network of 9,000 advisors. Gerald has earned the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®), Certified Long Term Care Specialist (CLTC), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Certified Family Business Specialist (CFBS) from The American College in Bryn Mawr, PA.

Beyond his professional life, Gerald and his wife, Michele, embrace their newfound role as empty nesters by traveling extensively and cherishing time with family. Passionate about sports, Gerald enjoys attending various sporting events. The couple resides in Lansdowne, Virginia, where they have been deeply involved in their community. Gerald has particularly valued the years he spent coaching his son’s and daughter’s sports teams, leaving a lasting impact on young athletes.