Strategic Partners

Eric D. Grant - www.SaveandPlan.com

(312) 951-2606

Eric D. Grant is The Managing Partner & a Financial Advisor with Polaris. Eric owns the firm and is responsible for the recruiting, training and managing of Insurance agents & Financial Advisors. Eric also actively provides financial advisory services to individual and businesses. Eric has over 28 years experience and knowledge in financial Services.

Eric is a tremendous speaker and lecturer for matters related to personal and business financial planning. Eric is outspoken on matters related to financial literacy in minority communities, and is a regular guest in various media outlets including Black Enterprise, The Wall Street Journal, WVON radio and several television outlets. Currently, Eric is the host of a weekly radio show called The Family Meeting Sunday at 4pm on WCPT.

A 1988 Howard University graduate with a Bachelors of Business Administration degree in Finance & Insurance, Eric’s community and social activities include:

• Board Secretary Center for Economic Progress
• Advisory Board Member Public Allies Chicago
• Former Board Member at House of Blues Foundation
• Former Board Member Loretto Hospital Foundation
• Former President of Howard University Alumni Association’s Chicago Chapter
• Alumnus of Gentlemen of Drew Social Club, Washington D.C.
• Former Board Member/Mentor at Youth Network and Development Organization
• Member of National Sales Network Chicago Chapter
• Volunteer Speaker for Athletes Against Drugs
• Board Member, Congo Square Theater

A husband and father, Eric and his wife, Tiffani, have three children, Irie II, Lila, and Malcolm.

Securities and investment advisory services offered through FSC, member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor. Polaris is not affiliated with FSC or registered as a broker dealer or investment advisor. www.PolarisAdvice.com

Paul L. Dark III

(312) 265-5097

Benefit Management Associates, Inc. established by Paul L. Dark III, specializes in individual and group insurance. Paul brings over 25 years of experience to Benefit Management Associates, which was established in 1994. Paul has a background in health and life insurance.

Paul was employed with Prudential Insurance in sales and service departments. Paul is a graduate of Kendall College and DePaul University with a Bachelor's of Art in Business Administration.

Paul L. Dark III is currently serving on the Board of Alumni for Kendall College and is currently the President for a local chapter of NAHU (National Association of Health Underwriters). Paul will also serve as President of the state chapter of Illinois for NAHU.

Paul is currently married (31 years) and has three daughters.