Marnie Tate was born in Youngstown, Ohio. After moving to the country of Turkey as a young military bride and living on the local economy there, she moved to a small Florida town that she calls paradise. For forty-four years, Marnie has been a successful business owner and a Financial Advisor. She has spent untold hours working to make her community a better place to live and work and her volunteerism has inspired others to follow in her footsteps.

Professional

Mission Statement: To have a positive impact on and make a difference in the lives of my family, friends and clients with joy, love and passion while achieving my personal and professional goals.

Inducted to the Okaloosa County Women’s Hall of Fame

First female President, Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce

Past President, American Business Women’s Association

Past County Chairman that brought the 9-1-1 Emergency Telephone System to our community

First female President of two large national business organizations

Was Honorary Squadron Commander at Hurlburt Air Force Base

Has flown in an F-15 fighter jet at Eglin Air Force Base

Performed a trapeze routine with a Circus Troupe in London

Has given numerous motivational speeches across the country

Has climbed many mountains in many states as a passionate hiker

Personal

Marnie has completed a sky-dive, participated in a day of training at the local Army Ranger Camp and zip-lined off a mountain over the Pecos River in New Mexico. She is always looking for the next big adventure. Marnie has been married to her beloved Rodger for forty-three years. Together, they are the proud parents of three grown children and have seven adorable grandchildren. Marnie is passionate about ballroom dancing, gardening, yoga and travel. She is working on her next two books, A Passion for Cooking and A Passion for Travel.