KENNETH M. FORD
Founder & President

With a professional expertise spanning more than a decade, Kenneth M. Ford brings in-depth understanding and successful practice in financial services and wealth management. Ken founded Ford Wealth Management with the mission to help people make informed financial decisions and unbiased investment choices.

Mr. Ford’s personalized approach combined with a solid financial background make him one of the most respected advisors in the industry today. Ken is an invited 5 star member of the Paladin Registry. Admittance to the Registry is limited to the top 10% of U.S. financial advisors based on their competency, integrity, and various risk factors.

A graduate of Hartwick College, Ken was an eight time All-American swimmer and he currently serves on the Alumni Board. He is also a Board Member of the Damien’s Way Foundation, a non-profit organization that serves as a memorial to a dear friend lost on September 11. Ken is also an active member in the community as a member of the Hoboken Rotary Club & Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Ford is a recipient of the 2005 LPL Financial Director’s Club Award, 2006 LPL Financial Freedom Club Award*, holds a series 7, 63 and 65 Licenses with LPL Financial and is authorized to provide insurance in both New York and New Jersey. He currently resides in Hoboken, NJ with his wife.
*rankings are based on overall production

RICH DRAGOTTA
LPL Branch Manager & LPL Registered Representative

Richard has been assisting individual families and small to midsize companies for the last 18 years. Mr. Dragotta started his career as a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch and PaineWebber. In addition, his titles included Training Manager, Sales Manager and Assistant Branch manager for both firms. As a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® designated by the College of Financial Planning, he has completed extensive financial planning courses with emphasis on risk management, personal taxation and estate planning. Mr. Dragotta is a member of the IARFC and is a Registered Financial Consultant and an invited 5 star member of the Paladin Registry. Admittance to the Registry is limited to the top 10% of U.S. financial advisors based on their competency, integrity, and various risk factors.

FEMI FORD
Marketing & Communications Partner

In addition to being Ken's wife, Femi is also the voice you hear when calling our Hoboken office. She brings to task ten years of graphic & web design and helps to spread the FWM message far and wide. Femi received a BA in Fine Art from Hartwick College and enjoys painting in her spare time.

NANCY TAY New Business Coordinator Nancy is a licensed registered representative and oversees all operational, administrative and compliance functions. She provides attentive service and quality assurance support to our valued clients. Nancy is a new proud Mom.

BRIDGETTE COWAN New Business Coordinator Bridgette assists with administrative and operational responsibilities for Ford Wealth's valued clients.