A Different Kind of Relationship 

When your wealth takes on a certain scale, it can be helpful to have a solid team behind you. We look to be that team for a select group of clients, helping them gain confidence, ease, and a higher echelon of strategy in managing their financial affairs. 

Located in Little Rock, we are five-members strong, all dedicated to a common mission: adding value to your life. 

Our founders, Douglas Jackson and John Engskov, have been with Merrill throughout their careers. Their deep roots at the firm—and in the Little Rock community—have heightened their ability to identify impactful solutions for the families and businesses we serve. 

Douglas and John have earned national accolades for their work—recognition that they believe reflects the caliber of clients they serve.

Our service model is anchored by three outstanding Associates—Jackie Sebastian, Blake Gateley, and Billie-Ann Bruce, who demonstrate each client’s importance through their precise execution and diligent outreach. 

Here are a few of the ways that we look to deliver a different caliber of experience for the clients we serve. 

• Continual Improvement. We are restless in our desire to add value to clients’ lives. We don’t simply speak those words—we live them. Client well-being is our ultimate aim—an ambition that grounds our efforts in integrity. 

• Comfort with Complexity. Clients often come to us with intricate situations—from concentrated portfolios and stock options to the possible sale or transfer of a business. We’ve handled these issues many times before, so we’re attuned to what to consider—and what to avoid. We’re gratified that clients leverage our knowledge to pursue better outcomes for themselves and the people they care about. 

• A Long-Term Perspective. We’ve seen multiple market cycles—from the 1990s and the tech bubble, through the financial crisis of 2008 and the 2020 pandemic. Our judgment and perspective have been honed through varied market conditions. We’re long-term investors, avoiding the “hot dot” for enduring principles, grounding our approach in analysis, rather than emotion.

• A Commitment to Excellence. We hold high standards on our team, and appreciate that clients do, too. Client referrals are our primary source of new relationships, a fact that spurs our continuing efforts to exceed expectations and deliver a preeminent experience for the families we serve. 

To speak with one of our Advisors, please see the red “Contact Us” button at the top of our webpage. We welcome the opportunity to speak with you.