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We Are McKenna Financial
About Our Firm

We Are McKenna Financial

McKenna Financial was established in 1969 when our founder, Bob McKenna, wanted to make a shift from the culture of major Wall Street firms to a business that prioritized long-term relationships, personalized service, and independence with regard to investment decisions. Bob’s son, James, joined the firm in 2009 after having worked for Fidelity Investments in New York City. Jennifer joined McKenna Financial in 2016 and is an invaluable addition to our team. James and Jennifer are CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals and have both earned a Master of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Financial and Tax Planning (MSBA-FTP) from San Diego State University.

At McKenna Financial, we are committed to upholding our fiduciary duty to always act in your best interest. Our ultimate goal is to be your lifelong wealth advisor, helping you and your family achieve financial security so that you can focus on what really matters to you. Relationships with our clients are at the core of everything we do and we strive to truly understand who you are, what’s most important to you, and where you envision yourself in the future. We found that this personalized approach is the best way to serve our clients in developing a financial plan built around their specific goals, values, and priorities.

The majority of our clients are professionals residing in San Diego who are preparing for retirement or already enjoying it. Additionally, we extend our services to individuals outside of California, working with people from various locations to provide our expertise and assistance. We proudly continue to assist clients who have been with our firm since the very beginning. Maintaining long-lasting relationships with our clients and our dedication to serving them throughout the various stages of their financial planning journey is our greatest privilege.

Our practice is best suited for someone seeking comprehensive financial planning. This encompasses a combination of investment planning, risk management, retirement planning, income planning, cash flow management, education planning, tax planning, or estate planning. To fulfill additional planning needs, we collaborate with professionals across various fields. Our network includes estate planning attorneys specializing in wills, trusts, and other legal documents, certified public accountants (CPAs) with expertise in tax and accounting matters, as well as professionals well-versed in Medicare supplement planning.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about our practice and our commitment to your financial well-being. We value the opportunity to build a long-lasting relationship with you and assist you in achieving your financial goals. Whether you need guidance in navigating complex financial decisions or require support in addressing specific planning needs, our team is here to provide the expertise and personalized service you deserve. We look forward to being your trusted partner in wealth management.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create and maintain wealth for our clients through personalized and effective long-term asset management. We build relationships based on open communication, appropriate advice, and trust. We assist our clients in setting, maintaining, and pursuing their financial goals through ongoing professional and personal service.
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Our Principles

McKenna Financial is based on the principle of educating all our clients on their current situation. An understanding of one’s financial situation, options, and goals is vital for making the right decisions. We work closely with our clients to educate them on their current situation in a manner that is simple and easy to understand.

Teamwork

At McKenna Financial, we believe teamwork is crucial to the success of our clients and our business. In addition to James, Bob, and Jennifer, our team also includes Estate Planning Attorneys, Retirement Plan Specialists, CPAs, Insurance Specialists and Independent Research Analysts. Whatever your needs may be, we have the business relationships necessary for you to meet them.

Meet the Team
James McKenna
Jennifer Ibrahim
Bob McKenna