Jake P. Salkin is a Financial Representative with Ashford Advisors. He brings a strong foundation in business and a genuine drive to support individuals and families in making informed financial decisions. Based in the Alpharetta, GA office, Jake approaches his work with the intent to help educate and protect those closest to him—his friends, family, and future clients.
Jake was raised in Johns Creek, Georgia, where he lived for 18 years before attending The University of Alabama. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business with a major in Management and a focus in Corporate Entrepreneurship. During his time at Alabama, Jake was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity at the Iota Iota chapter and participated in several entrepreneurship competitions, including events centered around hydroponic farming innovation.
Jake’s early exposure to finance came through Richard D. Restagno, a close family friend with a long career at Merrill Lynch. That mentorship sparked Jake’s interest in financial strategizing and continues to influence his professional path today.
Outside the office, Jake stays active as a competitive pickleball player and lacrosse coach at North Forsyth High School, where he shares his passion for the sport after playing for eight years himself. He enjoys spending time with his family—including his parents, Lori and Joe, his brother Josh, and their three dogs: Elvira, Blu, and Bear. Together, they enjoy family golf, tennis, and pickleball, frequent trips to Tuscaloosa for Alabama football games, and winter vacations to Naples, Florida, and St. Simons Island, Georgia. Jake also has a passion for gardening and collecting vinyl records, often relaxing to classic rock or attending concerts with friends and family.
A proud fourth-generation Alabama Crimson Tide fan, Jake also cheers for the Philadelphia Eagles—a tradition that began in early childhood while living in Philadelphia with his grandparents. He finds inspiration in the quote by Albert Einstein: “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning”—a mindset he applies both professionally and personally.
Known for his quick wit, dry humor, and eagerness to learn, Jake brings energy and curiosity to every interaction. His most-used phrase? “Show me the money.”
Whether he's helping clients understand their financial options, coaching on the lacrosse field, or discussing his latest vinyl find, Jake approaches life with sincerity, enthusiasm, and a drive to connect meaningfully with others.
Education, Training, Memberships
• University of Alabama - bachelor’s degree in business
Jake P. Salkin, Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. Ashford Advisors, Inc. is not an affiliate or subsidiary of Guardian. Ashford Advisors, Inc. is not registered in any state or with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a Registered Investment Advisor.