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Financial Advisor i Founder McCown Financial Group

My Background

With a passion for helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals, I founded McCown Financial Group to bring clarity, confidence, and direction to financial planning. My approach is centered around understanding your unique story and collaborating with you to design a customized roadmap for your financial future.

After nearly a decade in the restaurant business, I began my career in financial services in 2011. I was drawn to the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in my community through a career that combines entrepreneurship with helping others. At McCown Financial Group, we go beyond the numbers. We focus on a collaborative discovery process to uncover your current financial situation and future aspirations.

Credentials & Experience:

  • FINRA Series 6, 63, 65, 7 certified

  • MDRT Qualifier (2024)

  • Over a decade of experience in financial services

  • B.S. in Psychology

  • M.A. in Religion

Personal Note: When I’m not working with clients, you can find me training for my next marathon, volunteering with my kids' band and sports activities, or contributing my time to my local church. These activities help me stay balanced and bring fresh perspectives to my work.

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Director of Operations

Katy Basten

With over 20 years of experience in executive administration, I’ve had the privilege of working in both the telecommunications industry and higher education. My true passion, however, lies in financial services. At McCown Financial Group, I enjoy working closely with individuals and families, helping them understand our process and mission, and ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.

As Director of Operations, I’m fortunate to be in a role that allows me to oversee daily operations while assisting both clients and professionals in the financial space. My background in communications has been instrumental in creating a smooth, efficient, and welcoming experience for those we serve.

Credentials & Experience:

  • Over 20 years of executive administrative and operational leadership experience

  • Background in telecommunications, higher education, and financial services

  • B.A. in Communications, Mary Baldwin College

Personal Note:
When I’m not in the office, you’ll find me outdoors—boating, hiking, or tending to my garden. I find inspiration and balance in nature, which carries over into my work and interactions with others.

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Our Mission

"Our mission is to empower our clients through a collaborative discovery process, helping them define their financial goals and create a clear, actionable plan. We are committed to guiding our clients every step of the way—designing personalized strategies, providing tools for easy progress tracking, and continuously refining the plan to adapt to life's changes and new aspirations."


Disclosure

Christopher Mccown is an agent licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company and may be licensed with various other independent unaffiliated insurance companies in the states of FL, IN, MD, NC, NM, TN, and VA. No insurance business may be conducted outside the states referenced.

Christopher Mccown is a Registered Representative of and offers securities products & services through NYLIFE Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, a licensed insurance agency, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company, 104 Candlewood Ct Ste C, Lynchburg, VA, 24502, 434-509-7683. In this regard, this communication is strictly intended for individuals residing in the states of FL, IN, MD, NC, NM, TN, and VA. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident outside the specific states referenced.

Christopher Mccown is also a Financial Adviser with Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company, offering advisory services in the states of FL, IN, MD, NC, NM, TN, and VA. As such, these services are strictly intended for individuals residing in the states referenced.

McCown Financial Group is not owned or operated by NYLIFE Securities LLC or its affiliates.

Neither McCown Financial Group nor its associates are in the business of offering tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any decisions.

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