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Our Team

 

Putting People First

We are a holistic financial services firm committed to helping you reach toward long-term financial success.

With decades of experience, our team thrives on putting our clients’ needs first. We spend our time getting to know the individuals that walk through our door or give us a call. Our success begins with the people we work with and that starts with putting them first.



Who We Are


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R. Vaughn Poppell, CPA/PFS

Financial Advisor/CEO

R. Vaughn Poppell, CPA/PFS

Financial Advisor/CEO


Phone: (850) 668-3885
Email: vaughn@poppellfinancial.com


Vaughn is a fourth generation Tallahassean, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and the owner of Poppell Financial Group, LLC.  In his role as an Investment Advisor Representative with Voya Financial Advisors, his passion is helping clients achieve the life they envision by designing and implementing customized strategies designed with their particular picture in mind. 

He graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science degree double majoring in Accounting and Finance and later achieved a Master of Accounting with a concentration in Tax. Vaughn has been serving clients since 1995 and is registered to sell general securities, licensed to sell a variety of insurance products, real estate and give financial advice in many states. He maintains the Series 7, 24, and 66 Securities Registrations and has his Life, Health and Variable Annuity insurance license. Vaughn has also qualified for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountant's Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) designation.

Vaughn  is married and has five children, is very active in his church and has provided educational classes at Tallahassee Community College, Florida State University and Rollins College. He is affiliated with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been on the board of directors for the National Association of Investors Corporation, the Timberlane Church of Christ Preschool and Raintree Village.

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*Tax and real estate services provided by R. Vaughn Poppell, CPA and Poppell Financial Group, LLC.  Voya Financial Advisors does not provide tax and real estate services.

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Scott Blincoe

Financial Advisor

Scott Blincoe

Financial Advisor


Phone: (407) 574-4994
Email: scott@poppellfinancial.com


Scott has lived in the Central Florida Area since 1985 and is a graduate of the University of Central Florida.  He began his career in financial services in 1999 with American Express.  He joined Nationwide Financial in 2004 and was part of the pilot program to bring full brokerage services to Nationwide agents.  During Scott’s time with Nationwide, his focus turned to helping clients develop their retirement needs through comprehensive financial planning.  Scott also began to assist businesses of all sizes assess their retirement needs while managing retirement plans in four different states.

Scott joined the Poppell Financial Group, LLC, in 2018 to continue his career of building relationships with individuals and helping them write their financial story while working with businesses to get the most out of their retirement and benefit services. He services the Central Florida Region, which includes Gainesville, Ocala, Daytona Beach, Orlando, and the Space Coast, from the Lake Mary office.

Scott is an Investment Adviser Representative with Voya Financial Advisors and holds the Series 7, 63, and 65 securities registrations.  He is licensed in multiple states to sell general securities as well as life, health, and annuity products. 

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Al Bunner

Financial Advisor

Al Bunner

Financial Advisor


Phone: (850) 668-3885
Email: alb@poppellfinancial.com


Al Bunner has been with the firm since April 2011. He has been in the financial services industry since 2007, having previously worked with Edward Jones and Waddell & Reed.  

Al is an Investment Advisor Representative with Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. and focuses on the State of Florida Deferred Compensation plan, general securities, insurance products and financial services.  He maintains the FINRA Series 7 and 66 securities registrations, and the Florida Life, Health, and Variable Annuity license.  

Al services the Tallahassee and eastern panhandle of Florida.

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Reece Poppell

Financial Advisor

Reece is a Tallahassee native and graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance with a minor in Hospitality.  While earning his degree, Reece held a number of positions with Walt Disney World.  His experience there has enhanced his ability to assist clients by broadening his understanding of how to listen and fully understand their financial goals.  He has passed the FINRA Series 66 and 7 exams and has his Florida Life, Health and Variable Annuity license. Reece works from our Lake Mary office.

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Jacob Barrera

Financial Advisor

Over the past ten years working as a financial advisor, Jake has developed knowledge and experience in retirement and holistic financial planning. His dedication to guiding individuals through their financial journeys is evident in his commitment to service.  By engaging with the community, he has been able to connect with diverse individuals and positively impact their lives through solid financial guidance. Jake's holistic approach to financial planning, combined with his commitment to community involvement, showcases his dedication to empowering others towards achieving financial stability.

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Sheri Belt

Investment Professional

Sheri Belt

Investment Professional


Phone: (850) 668-3885
Email: sheri@poppellfinancial.com


Sheri has been in the financial services industry since 1998 having previously worked for Empower Retirement. She focused on the State of Florida Deferred Compensation Plan which she continues to do today. Sheri also works with Florida State University employees eligible for the Optional Retirement Plan. Sheri services the Tallahassee / Panama City area in all facets.

Sheri holds the FINRA Series 6 and 63 registrations. She also has her Florida Life Insurance and Variable Annuity license.

Sheri resides in Tallahassee with her husband, Frank of 30+ years, and their black lab, Macy.

*Registered representative of, and securities offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. (member SIPC).

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Mary Graham

Chief Operating Officer

Mary Graham

Chief Operating Officer


Phone: (850) 668-3885
Fax: (850) 668-3891
Email: mary@poppellfinancial.com


Mary Graham joined the financial services industry and the firm in August, 2005. She handles all compliance reporting and back office duties.  

Mary also manages the income tax preparation unit having previously worked for H&R Block and Jackson Hewitt.  

She maintains the Series 6 and 63 securities registrations, and the Florida Life, Health and Variable Annuity license.

*Registered representative of Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. (member SIPC).

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Elyzabeth Smyly

Business Manager

Elyzabeth joined the firm in 2022 and is a Tallahassee native.  She graduated from Florida State University in 2022 with a degree in Marketing.  Elyzabeth is in charge of the day to day operations of the firm assisting both clients and representatives.  Elyzabeth is married and has two children.

*Elyzabeth is a Non-Registered Associated Person of Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. (member SIPC).