About
At Vernick Financial, when you tell us you’re a fiduciary, we don’t need a definition. We understand the legal accountability, the documentation requirements, the court oversight, and the weight of managing assets that belong to someone else. We operate under the same standard.
Trustees, guardians, and conservators face a standard most advisors don’t fully understand. You need documented process, well-supported decisions, and an advisory partner who operates under the same fiduciary standard you do.
Mark Vernick founded Vernick Financial in 1995 and received his Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) accreditation in 1997 after graduating from Eckerd College with a BA in Business Administration. Mark also earned his AIF (Accredited Investment Fiduciary) Designation in 2015.
Mark serves on several boards including:
-Better Business Bureau of West Florida (including serving as chair for 5 years)
-Executive Advisory Council for Suncoast Hospice Foundation
-Professional Advisory Council for The Humane Society of Tampa
Mark is also an active member of:
-Professional Guardian Association of Pinellas County
-Professional Guardian Association of Florida
-Seminole Lake Rotary
A long-time Florida resident, Mark has grown up on our local beaches and waterways and enjoys being on the water. During his time away from the office, Mark is often accompanied by his wife, adult children, grandson and 3 dogs.
