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Fairfield financial adviser offers personalized planning for every stage of life
Fairfield’s Keagan Drish offers financial guidance that’s personal, not one-size-fits-all — helping locals plan smartly for every stage of life
AnnaMarie Kruse
Jun. 24, 2025 8:17 am
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Keagan Drish believes financial advice should feel personal, not packaged.
As a financial adviser at the Edward Jones office at 1309 S. Main St., Suite 3 in Fairfield, Drish helps individuals, families, and business owners plan for what’s next — whether that means saving for retirement, managing life insurance, funding education, or building a lasting legacy.
“Everyone’s situation looks different,” Drish said. “I guide people through their options, explain what each choice means, and help them make decisions that align with their goals.”
Drish joined Edward Jones in October 2024 and began meeting with clients in February. Before that, he worked as a lender at a local bank. That experience sharpened his ability to analyze financial situations and develop personalized strategies.
“In both roles, I take a close look at someone’s finances and figure out the best way forward,” he said. “But now I get to focus on long-term planning — retirement, generational wealth, protection — things that make a real difference over time.”
Edward Jones financial advisers provide services including IRAs, 401(k) rollovers, college savings plans, estate and inheritance strategies, annuities, and life insurance. Drish holds Series 7 and Series 66 licenses and a state insurance license, which allow him to offer a full range of investment and protection products.
Drish focuses on education and relationships. He emphasizes clear communication over sales tactics.
“I don’t tell people what to do,” he said. “I ask the right questions, offer insight, and give them tools to make informed choices. It’s about empowering clients, not pressuring them.”
Drish grew up in Fairfield and still calls it home. His family has lived in the area for nearly a century and runs a construction business that has operated in town for more than 75 years. That background gives him insight into the needs of small business owners as well as families.
“Helping people I’ve known for years plan their future is incredibly rewarding,” he said. “It’s a chance to give back to a place that’s shaped who I am.”
Drish works to create a welcoming space where clients feel comfortable discussing their goals, challenges and questions — whether they’re planning decades ahead or navigating a sudden life change.
“I got into this career to make an impact,” he said. “Every day, I help people build confidence in their financial future. That’s what keeps me motivated.”
For Drish, financial advising isn’t just about managing money — it’s about building trust and lasting relationships in the community he proudly serves.