Our Team

Ken Fletcher
Founder | Advisor  

A word from Ken Fletcher, founder of Fletcher Financial Group: A bio is traditionally composed by someone who writes down everything they’ve ever done well and politely ignores all their mistakes! I thought I’d write my own bio and tell the truth … and nothing but the truth!

The “worst” happened at age 14 when I failed to ask a critical question the moment before my teammate hit a baseball to me. I lost the championship game, disappointed friends and learned the power of questions. Six decades later, I still have conversations with friends who remember that day! Our financial roadmap processes are an instant replay of that horrible event, making sure that our clients ask critical questions before making significant financial decisions. Your financial life ­— and beyond — is one game you cannot afford to lose!

The “best” is my wife of nearly 50 years, Karen Kelly Fletcher, our beautiful daughter, Kelly Lee, and the trail of four “grands” who accompany Kelly when she comes home from Fort Bragg. I am also thankful for a godly heritage passed down by my loving mom and dad that I hope I am now passing on to Austin, Emma, Braiden and Grayson. My passions are a great faith in my Risen Friend, music, playing guitar, biking, teaching and challenging friends to do all they can with all they have.

The “end” is still being written … daily. I desire to live well so I can someday finish well, and I encourage others to adopt my motto while remembering that consistency and excellence are the goals — not perfection!

I cannot tell the FFG story without introducing you to our incredible team!

Patrick Williams
Advisor Emeritus

Pat is known to family and friends as “Old Patrick,” is officially retired but brings decades of experience in the financial markets to FFG. A past president of an agribusiness firm and a registered commodity advisor, Pat focused on helping clients create personalized financial roadmaps — to and through retirement. Ken says, “I am so glad that Old Patrick did not bury his gifts and skills in retirement but continued to make a difference in the lives of his clients and friends … including me.”

Pat attended Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana, earning both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in mathematics. He is married to his life partner, Ann, and has two children, six grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and a wealth of friends. Life is good for Old Patrick!

Braden Smith
Advisor

Braden is our newest investment advisor, and is rare indeed. Possessing a gift for “all things technology” while simultaneously exhibiting “off the charts” friendliness. You’ll be greeted by his wide smile as he heads up technology, and now as one of our advisors! We are so proud to welcome a man of Braden’s character and gifting to run our seasoned office. Ken says, “I doubt we “found” Braden … I believe God ‘gifted’ him to us.” Janine agrees. A Texan by birth and inspired by business and technology since childhood. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout at 17. Braden is married to Eryn and they have 5 sons, Matthias, Gideon, Sawyer, Jacob, and Benjamin.

 

Brad Wilson
Advisor

Brad is a successful businessman with over 20 years of experience in management. He retired on his own terms but soon knew that retirement, as defined by many, was not for him. Brad wanted to make a difference in the lives of others and was not content sitting on the sideline. Successful financially, his longtime dream of helping others with their money began to surface and voilà ... Brad is now a Series 65 licensed advisor and is serving clients across North LA.

Brad has been married to Anita for over 40 years. They have two sons, one wonderful grandson, and a wealth of friends. He serves on the Elder Board at Family Church in West Monroe and enjoys gardening, yard work, and spending time with family.

Brad says, "Life is good" now that I know my purpose and am helping people develop their own "Life & Beyond" financial Plan.

 

Janine Breaux-Ware
Director of Client Services

Janine oversees all day-to-day administrative activities and is the longest tenured FFG employee, having served with Ken since 2001. Ken says, “Janine is the administrative glue that holds FFG together. She cares for our clients like they are family. Her gifting and loyalty allow our advisors to spend their time creating plans and giving advice. Everyone loves Janine!”

Janine is a California native who graduated from Central Texas College and enjoyed a brief career in banking and the medical field before joining FFG. She is married to Karl, and they have three children: Karley, Satene and Olivia.

Isabella Eddington
Operations | Events

Isabella greets and guides families through their initial FFG experience and organizes our community gatherings and events. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Louisiana Monroe, she brings a unique depth of empathy and understanding to everyone who walks through our doors.

A proud Monroe resident since 2016, she is a devout Christian who lives by Carl Jung’s profound words: “I am not what happens to me, I am what I choose to become.” This forward-looking perspective makes her a perfect fit to help our clients plan their own “Life & Beyond” futures.

Life is wonderfully busy for her outside the office! She married her husband, Blake, on July 2, 2026, and together they share their home with two beloved miniature schnauzers, Katie and ABBAE. When she isn’t coordinating FFG events, you can find her curled up with a book, enjoying a movie or listening to her favorite music.