About John Foard & Keith Riley
For John and Keith, helping people make the most of their financial assets is rewarding work. They enjoy guiding their clients as they implement the investment strategies that help them meet their financial and life goals. As founders and owners of Foard & Riley Financial, John and Keith both take a comprehensive approach to wealth management.
John H. Foard III graduated from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. John has nearly 10 years of experience working in the Financial Planning Field both at the corporate level with large firms and for the last five years owning and managing his own firm. John is now the CEO & LPL Registered Principal for Foard & Riley Financial, and enjoys not having the conflict of interest that large corporate firms bring along with them. John enjoys his time away from work with his wife Nalisha, and two beautiful little girls, Emma and Ella. John and his family reside in Concord, NC.
“I truly feel independent, which allows me to give unbiased advice to every client that walks through my door.” – John Foard
P. Keith Riley graduated from the East Carolina University in Greenville, NC. Keith honed his skills at the corporate level as well before joining forces with John to form the Foard & Riley Financial partnership. The training and skills learned at the corporate level have shaped Keith in the many ways he takes care of his clients by understanding how truly unbiased advice is the best way to serve the client. When Keith is not working he enjoys spending time with his wife Janna and their two wonderful children, Julia and Baron. Keith and his family reside in Concord, NC.
“We see our role as helping people make well–informed decisions about their investments and retirement plans, providing them with greater financial independence, and confidence..” -Keith Riley
With many years of experience in the financial services industry, both John and Keith, as Investment Advisory Representatives have demonstrated an ability to protect and help grow the hard-earned assets of their clients. Many of their clients have experienced major life changes including retirement, divorce, or the loss of a spouse. Retirees that have used John and Keith’s advice include government employees, teachers, physicians, retired military personnel, and business owners approaching retirement. |