Christian Pineda is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, former law enforcement officer, and Finance Officer at Moran Wealth Management®. A proud Latino of Guatemalan descent and first-generation college graduate, Christian exemplifies resilience, leadership, and purpose across every stage of his career.He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Finance from Florida Gulf Coast University and is currently completing a Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning at the University of Missouri, where he maintains academic distinction.At Moran Wealth Management®, Christian leads internal financial operations, supports firmwide strategy, and helps oversee client relationship management. He holds several respected financial designations, including Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC®), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor℠ (SE-AWMA®). He has also passed the SIE, Series 63, 65, and 66 exams, underscoring his broad expertise in investment and regulatory standards.Christian serves on the board of NAMI Southwest Florida, where he advocates for mental health awareness and equitable access to care, particularly in underserved communities.As a bilingual professional deeply rooted in his Guatemalan heritage, Christian is passionate about increasing Latino representation in financial services. He is committed to uplifting his community through mentorship, education, and inclusive wealth planning.