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Kelly McNerney , CFP®

Principal

Reston

Client Advisory

Biography

Kelly is a Principal in the Reston, Virginia office and a valued member of the Client Advisory practice. She provides comprehensive financial guidance, helping individuals and families navigate complex financial decisions with confidence. Kelly takes a collaborative approach to financial planning and investment management, building strong client partnerships and developing tailored strategies that align with each client’s goals and aspirations.

Before joining Cerity Partners, Kelly was a Financial Advisor at FJY Financial, where she played an integral role on both the Investment Committee and the Financial Planning Committee.

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Education

  • Bachelor's degree from William Paterson University (cum laude)

Highlights

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
  • Received FPA's Norma Severns Leadership Award in 2025
  • Received the ACE award for Young Professional of the Year in 2021 from the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce
  • Former President to the FPA NCA Board of Directors
  • Received the Emerging Leader Award for FPA NCA in 2021 from the FPA NCA
  • Graduate from Leadership Fairfax’s Emerging Leaders Institute
  • Former President of the William Paterson FPA Student Chapter at William Paterson University

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