Bill is a lifetime resident of Florida and a graduate of Florida Institute of Technology with a degree in Business Administration. After a period of time playing professional baseball with the Philadelphia Phillies organization, he became an advisor with a large retail financial service company. His career path eventually led him to one of the world's largest international discount brokerages for several years before coming to FirsTrust in 2000.Mr. Kearney's education in business management, his knowledge of the financial industry, and his experience in both retail and institutional investment practices, equips him well as the firm's Executive Officer. His attention is focused primarily on identifying new strategic marketplaces and business development opportunities, and serves as a member of the firm's Executive Committee.

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