We offer financial solutions and security through honesty, integrity and service: Welcome to APWM
Seeking financial guidance in Little Rock, AR and beyond? Look no further than Asset Protection Wealth Management, LLC. Our mission is to equip individuals and businesses with financial strategies and planning, with the goal of long-term financial clarity and security.
President and Founder, Author
Justin E. (Gary) Garrison, Jr., is a well-known financial educator in the central Arkansas area. Over the years, Gary has counseled thousands of Arkansas seniors. Retirees from many major employers, including AT&T, Baptist Health, Farmers Insurance Group, Entergy, the VA Medical Center, and the Arkansas public schools system, have consulted with him to find ways to preserve their capital, increase their income and more profitably organize their investments. His specialty is assisting those approaching or now in retirement financially prepare for and enjoy their retirement years.
Gary is a graduate of Louisiana Tech with a degree in finance and has been in the financial services business for over 25 years. He is President and Founder of Asset Protection Group, LLC, which is a Little Rock, AR, based insurance firm which specializes in annuities, long-term care, and life insurance. He is also the President and Founder of Asset Protection Wealth Management, LLC, a Little Rock, AR, based Registered Investment Advisory firm which specializes in fixed income portfolios, managed mutual funds, exchange traded funds, separately managed accounts, and tax planning. Gary is an Investment Advisor Representative registered with the Arkansas Securities Department.
Office Manager
As Office Manager, Mary Ann works closely with Gary and meticulously oversees all aspects of the office. She joined APWM after over 8 rewarding years at a large CPA firm (Vawter, Gammon, Norris & Co.) in Memphis, Tennessee, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge! She manages all daily operations, both in office and through social media and marketing. She has a positive attitude and strives to continually exceed the expectations of our valued clients and the APWM team! She loves visiting with clients in the office and meeting potential clients at our events! Mary Ann lives in Little Rock with her husband and two beloved lab-mix rescues, Duke and Remi.
Administrative Assistant
In the role of Administrative Assistant, Donna works closely with Office Manager, Mary Ann, to ensure our office run smoothly. With a commitment to seamless support, she manages client meetings, scheduling, prepares crucial client reports and handles confidential financial documents with the utmost discretion. Donna is passionate about contributing to a high-performing team and is always focused on enhancing the client experience through efficient and thoughtful assistance. Before joining APWM, she served as the Accounts Payable Clerk for the City of Maumelle, honing her financial expertise. Outside of work, Donna enjoys life in Maumelle with her husband, son, two cats and German Shepherd.
Gary Garrison Presented at the 2026 Gradient Summit in Scottsdale
Gary Garrison, President and Founder of Asset Protection Wealth Management, LLC, was recently featured as a distinguished speaker at the 2026 Gradient Summit in Scottsdale, Ariz. Gary spoke about the positive impact that Luson Media’s television program has had on his business and how it enhances his marketing strategy by telling his story.
Strategic Alliances
MICHAEL BINGER, CFA®
President
Gradient Investments, LLC
KEITH GANGL,
CFA®
Senior Portfolio Manager
Gradient Investments, LLC
TYLER ELLEGARD, CFA®
Senior Portfolio Manager
Gradient Investments, LLC
This endorsement of Gradient Investments, LLC, (GI) and its portfolio management services is provided by the firm. The firm refers clients to GI for portfolio management services. GI does not pay separate compensation to the firm in relation to its endorsement or any promotional services. However, the firm receives a portion of the advisory fees paid by clients who utilize the portfolio management services of GI. The firm also shares in the revenue of GI via quarterly payments based on the amount of total assets the firm places with GI. This endorsement incentivizes the firm in increasing the assets placed with GI, and therefore the compensation received by the firm. The firm and its investment advisor representatives are not supervised by GI. While these conflicts of interest exist, the firm and its investment advisor representatives are subject to fiduciary duty and must act in the best interests of their clients. The firm and their clients are not required to use GI and may select other investment managers.
Kris Boyd
Attorney
John F. Hughes (Fred)
Independent Health Insurance Advisor
In 2005 John became a captive agent for an insurance company in Florida. He is very familiar with the different plans that are offered by the companies in order to better serve his clients. He is now on Medicare himself which puts him in the unique position to understand the needs of his clients and help them through the confusing choices they need to make. He also understands the needs of the family, because he is helping to raise his 3 grandchildren, a grandson and twin granddaughters.