Sara Blondin, a financial adviser with Ameriprise Financial in Barre, recently obtained the Certified Financial Planner certification, which is generally considered the gold standard in the financial planning industry.
Blondin successfully completed the rigorous requirements that include coursework and a series of examinations covering financial planning; risk management; investments; tax planning and management; retirement and employee benefits; and estate planning.
Individuals with the CFP certification agree to meet ongoing continuing-education requirements and uphold the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct developed by the Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards.
Blondin is a graduate of Castleton State College and holds an MBA from Norwich University. She has 13 years’ experience with Ameriprise Financial.