Jeff Kropschot

Biography

Jeffrey S. Kropschot serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Cannon Financial Institute, bringing extensive experience in compliance and fiduciary risk management to his role. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Jeff's expertise in trust and investment compliance is invaluable to both his clients and students.

Professional Expertise and Industry Impact

Jeff's career in financial services began with a decade as a bank and trust examiner for the State of Indiana, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, and the State of Washington. His transition to the private sector saw him excel as the Chief Compliance Officer at A.G. Edwards Trust Company FSB for ten years before joining Edward Jones Trust Company in 2008. Jeff is an active industry leader, serving on the Board of Directors for the Fiduciary and Investment Risk Management Association (FIRMA) and frequently speaking at industry conferences and seminars. His leadership and deep knowledge of compliance standards have made him a sought-after expert in the field.

Educational Background and Professional Credentials

Jeff holds a B.S. in Finance from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. He is an honors graduate of Cannon Financial Institute's Trust Audit and Compliance School and earned the Certified Trust Compliance Professional (CTCP) designation in 2000. Further enhancing his credentials, Jeff received the Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP) designation from National Regulatory Services in 2006. His commitment to education and professional development is evident through his ongoing contributions to the financial services industry.

Jeff and his wife, Rebecca, are proud parents of five children and grandparents to seven. Outside of work, Jeff enjoys golf, travel, genealogy, and hiking to mountain summits above 14,000 feet.