Meet Our Coaches

Why The College Funding Coach?
As a father who has successfully put all four of my kids through college (both public and private), I have a thorough understanding of the challenges and pitfalls families face when planning for higher education.
My personal experience, combined with 35 years in financial services, allows me to provided professional guidance and real-world wisdom to families looking to efficiently pay for college.
Area of Focus for College Funding Workshops: Long Island, NY

A Little More About Mark
Background: With over three decades in the financial services industry, Mark brings a mastery of long-term financial planning to the college funding space.
Personal and Community Involvement: Mark was born and raised on Long Island. He is excited to give back to his community in the form of educational workshops.
As the proud father of four children, including two teachers, he has a unique insight into both the financial and educational aspects of college planning.
In his free time, he loves to travel and play basketball and golf.
Fun fact: Mark spent three years in Italy when he was growing up.
Accomplishments: President’s Conference Qualifier
Mark’s greatest accomplishment, however, is being married for 30 years and a father of four.
Education: B.A., Economics, Boston University

Disclosure: Mark Raffa is a Registered Representative and Investment Adviser Representative of Equity Services, Inc.,. Securities and investment advisory services are offered solely by Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, 675 Third Avenue, Suite 900, New York, NY 10017, Tel: 212-986-0400. National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company (NLIC), Montpelier, VT, its affiliates. WealthBridge Financial Group is independent of Equity Services, Inc.
The College Funding Coach is not affiliated with Equity Services, Inc.

Licensing: Licensed in NY, NJ, CT, AK, AZ, FL, MD, NC, SC, OH, PA, TX, VA

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