ARLINGTON, VA, September 12, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Ricardo Miguel Garcia has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Garcia's professional journey is marked by a steadfast commitment to excellence, leadership and client service within the financial services sector. As regional vice president at First Financial Group since 2024, he has played a pivotal role in recruiting, training and developing new advisors, as well as fostering firm growth and strengthening client relations. His expertise in task planning, guiding clients through complex tax decisions and assisting them in generating strategic wealth has distinguished him as a leader in his field. In addition, his ability to help clients understand the importance of their financial choices is widely recognized, and he is praised for achieving a high level of proficiency in these areas.

Prior to his current position, Mr. Garcia served as senior vice president at First Financial Group from 2015 to 2024. In this capacity, he was instrumental in shaping the firm's culture and operational strategies, focusing on advisor development and expanding the firm's reach. For the preceding years, he worked as an advisor at First Financial Group, where he built a robust client base and established himself as a trusted resource for both individuals and small businesses. His focus on small business planning was especially meaningful given his family's entrepreneurial background.

Mr. Garcia began his career with Guardian Life in 2012, where he spent one year exploring the financial services industry and laying the foundation for his future success. Before entering the financial sector, he worked in mortgage lending for six years following his academic pursuits. He has also increased his industry knowledge through memberships in Finseca and the Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Garcia's educational background includes George Mason University. Beyond his coursework, he attributes much of his success to the values instilled in him by his parents, both entrepreneurs who immigrated to the United States from Peru in 1990 when Mr. Garcia was eleven years old. Their resilience and work ethic inspired him to pursue excellence while emphasizing kindness, honesty and integrity in all interactions.

On a personal level, Mr. Garcia is most proud of watching his son grow and cherishes being present for important moments in his child's life, a benefit afforded by the flexibility of his chosen career path. Civic engagement is also an important aspect of his personal life, as he has participated in initiatives like Yellow Ribbon and has contributed as a donor to Thanksgiving Baskets for the Community. Looking ahead, he envisions continued growth for First Financial Group both financially and through an expanded team of advisors across additional states, aiming to further cultivate the positive culture that defines the firm.

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