Meet Catherine Jackson

Catherine Cavalier Jackson, Principal Financial Planner

Catherine Cavalier Jackson, CFP®, RSSA, AIF®


At a Glance

Role:

Principal Financial Planner

Credentials

Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®), Registered Social Security Analyst® (RSSA), Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), Series 7, Series 66

Education

B.S. Marketing and E-Business, Towson University

With the Firm Since

2016

Areas of Focus

Comprehensive financial planning, retirement planning, Social Security optimization, client service

Location

Ellicott City, Maryland

Professional Background

As Principal Financial Planner and Operations Manager at Marks Wealth Management, Catherine oversees both the client planning process and the internal operations that help keep the firm running smoothly.

Catherine earned a bachelor’s degree in Marketing & E‑Business from Towson University and has been with Marks Wealth Management since 2016, beginning as an intern before growing into a key leadership role within the firm. She holds her Series 66 license and has earned her Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®), Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), and Registered Social Security Analyst (RSSA®) designations.

Building the Client Experience

Catherine helps clients with comprehensive financial and retirement planning, with a focus on long-term goals and practical solutions that support their overall financial well-being. She works to make sure clients feel informed, supported, and confident in their decisions.


Beyond the Office

Outside of work, Catherine lives in Millersville with her husband and daughter and enjoys spending as much time as possible with her family. She is originally from New Jersey and makes frequent visits back home to see her family.

Catherine values balance, hard work, and meaningful relationships, and those values carry into the way she works with clients every day. She is passionate about fitness and makes time for regular workouts, which help her stay focused, disciplined, and grounded. Her approachable personality and organized style make her easy to connect with and reliable to work alongside over the long term.

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