Headshot photo of Kent Pharr Burke, Volunteer Financial Mentor @ 3rd Decade

Volunteer Financial Mentor

Kent Pharr Burke

Passionate About...
Investing Purchasing a Home Retirement Plans

I am a retired financial professional who served many years as both a retail and institutional bond trader. Fixed income is my passion! I now spend time as a floral designer and mentor and enjoy gardening, traveling (especially skiing!) and hiking. I recently had my first grandchild and am over the moon about him!

Get to Know Kent

What is a social cause you feel passionately about, and why is it meaningful to you? I have two! 1)Environmental issues as we are ruining the planet, and I hope to have a greener safer planet for our children and grandchildren. 2) Healthcare for all by making a healthier community through disease prevention instead of always turning to treatment and medication. I am NOT against treatment and meds, but educating ourselves about nutrition and disease prevention will go a long way. I struggled throughout my life with weight issues, and I am trying to adopt this perspective myself!
What is a book or film that changed your life? "The Forgotten Girls," is a story about growing up in rural America and how the choices we make and the circumstances we are in can shape our lives forever. It's a realistic and sad story, but it gives hope to those who persevere and surround themselves with friendship, love and support.
What is something unique you'd like us to know about you? I've bought my parents home twice now!