Our Team
A Team Built to Support Complex Financial Planning
Through a strategic partnership with 1847 Financial, Crestmark collaborates with experienced specialists to support advanced planning strategies for clients with complex financial needs.
Ben Batiste | Founder
Ben uses a combination of real-world perspective and technical knowledge to help clients protect what they have, plan intentionally, and create lasting legacies through Crestmark’s coordinated and modern model.
Ben’s leadership is shaped by a background defined by determination and resilience. He faced years of instability and periods of homelessness throughout his childhood, yet chose a new path by serving in both the U.S. Marines and the U.S. Army. His military service instilled structure, accountability, and a mission-driven approach that now guides Crestmark’s philosophy.
Instead of working with multiple disconnected advisors, our clients receive coordinated guidance. This structure helps simplify complex financial lives while ensuring every part of the strategy works together.
OUR MISSION
We combine personal advisor relationships with the expertise of experienced specialists in estate planning, advanced insurance strategies, tax-efficient planning, and wealth transfer.
This collaborative structure allows Crestmark clients to benefit from the same high-level planning resources typically found at large financial institutions while maintaining the simplicity and personal support of an independent advisory relationship.
Our team works together to help clients simplify complex financial decisions and build coordinated long-term strategies.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Big Firm Resources. Personal Advisor Support.
This collaborative structure allows Crestmark clients to benefit from the same high-level planning resources typically found at large financial institutions while maintaining the simplicity and personal support of an independent advisory relationship.
Clients receive:
Direct access to their advisor
Coordinated planning across multiple financial areas
Support navigating complex financial decisions
A simple and organized planning process