REGISTER HERE to attend this webinar on Wednesday, March 26, at 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 10 a.m. PT.
You dedicate your life to serving and protecting others — it’s time to invest in yourself. You deserve the knowledge and tools to build a secure financial future for yourself and your family.
It’s easy to put financial planning on the back burner when you’re working long hours, but understanding your options now can save you from costly mistakes later. Whether you’re unsure about how your Roth 457 plan works, wondering if your pension will be enough, tackling student loans, saving for your first home, or planning for the years ahead, this webinar will give you the clarity you need to take control of your finances.
In just one hour, you’ll learn how to:
- Maximize your salary and stop living paycheck to paycheck.
- Start building a retirement plan that works for your unique career.
- Avoid the common financial pitfalls first responders often face.
- Build wealth and enjoy life while balancing your responsibilities.
PLUS: We’ll answer top financial questions from police, fire and EMS professionals, giving you practical advice you can use right away.
This isn’t your typical finance talk — it is real, actionable guidance tailored to the challenges and opportunities of life in public safety. Hear from financial experts and seasoned professionals who understand the job and want to help you thrive on and off duty.
MEET THE SPEAKERS
Moderator: James Dudley
James Dudley is a 32-year veteran of the San Francisco Police Department where he retired as deputy chief of the Patrol Bureau. He has served as the DC of Special Operations and Liaison to the Department of Emergency Management where he served as Event and Incident Commander for a variety of incidents, operations and emergencies. He has a Master’s degree in Criminology and Social Ecology from the University of California at Irvine. He is currently a member of the Criminal Justice faculty at San Francisco State University, consults on organizational assessments for LE agencies and hosts the Policing Matters podcast for Police1.
Crystal Kanada
Crystal Kanada is a financial professional, specializing in working with first responder families. As a spouse of a first responder, she understands the importance of financial planning. As CEO of Capital Edge Insurance & Financial Services, Inc., she remains focused on removing the burden and stressors that comes with navigating finances, benefits, retirement, and pension formulas, so that clients can remain focused on their families. She spends her time learning what the priorities of the family are so that she can deliver the best options for the clients to consider. Over the last 12 years, she has been recognized for the work her and the team have been doing and has entered a national partnership with Lexipol. Capital Edge is now a national firm that remains committed to helping first responders arrive at financial freedom.
Craig Ferrantino
Craig J. Ferrantino, a Certified Financial Fiduciary and Certified Wealth Strategist, is founder and president of Craig James Financial Services, LLC. Craig has amassed more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He founded Craig James Financial Services, LLC to provide independent, objective financial advice to his clients. Craig James Financial Services, LLC provides dedicated financial solutions for law enforcement professionals. The firm’s specialized team works diligently to understand the unique challenges and financial needs faced by law enforcement professionals. They are committed to providing tailored financial services that help empower law enforcement to focus on what matters most: serving and protecting their communities.
Outside the office, Craig volunteers as an EMT with Westhampton Ambulance and is a volunteer fire police officer with Quogue Village Fire Department. Craig serves as the New York Chapter Director for two educational nonprofit organizations: the American Financial Education Alliance and The Foundation for Personal Financial Education. Both organizations seek to educate members of the community on different aspects of financial and retirement planning.
REGISTER HERE to attend this webinar on Wednesday, March 26, at 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 10 a.m. PT.