Eric Essex is a Financial Advisor with Wela Financial. He provides a holistic approach to customize insurance and investment strategies to help meet the financial wants and needs of the individuals, families and small businesses he serves.

Eric turned the transferable skills he learned as a graphic designer and printer of 20 years into a financial services career that is in it’s 27th year serving his clients. He joined Wela Financial in 2018.

He is a member of NAIFA (National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors) serving as the 2024 Illinois State President. He holds several designations that continue to enhance his education in his field. He also holds the Certified in Long Term Care (CLTC) designation and is a qualifying member of MDRT (Million Dollar Round Table).

In his spare time, Eric and his wife Roxanne participate in their 3 area Chamber of Commerce’s and the Yorkville Kiwanis Club. Eric also is active in Scouting America (BSA) with his grandson and Girl Scouts of America with his granddaughters.