Meet our team
Ronald Dukes
FOUNDER
Ron Dukes founded Dukes Financial with a simple belief: people deserve honest guidance they can trust. After growing up in New Haven, Connecticut, playing college basketball, and earning a degree in American Studies, Ron built a successful career in the insurance and financial services industry. Over time, however, he became increasingly frustrated by the corporate bureaucracy and sales-driven culture that often stood in the way of serving clients’ best interests.
In 2002, Ron chose a different path by establishing Dukes Financial as an independent firm where relationships come before quotas and personalized guidance replaces one-size-fits-all solutions. With decades of industry experience, Ron is committed to helping individuals and families simplify retirement planning, protect what they’ve worked hard to build, and create reliable income for the future. His practical, educational approach gives clients the clarity and confidence they need to make informed financial decisions and enjoy greater peace of mind.
Adam Dukes
Managing Partner
Adam Dukes joined Dukes Financial in 2008, bringing a diverse professional background in technology, the automotive industry, insurance claims, and sales. Those experiences taught him the value of problem-solving, communication, and building lasting relationships—skills he now uses to help clients navigate some of life’s most important financial decisions.
Working alongside his father, Ron, Adam is dedicated to making retirement planning approachable and easy to understand. He believes financial guidance should be straightforward, practical, and centered on each client’s unique goals rather than complicated products or industry jargon. Together, Ron and Adam combine decades of experience with a family-centered approach, helping clients develop strategies designed to protect their assets, create dependable retirement income, and move into the future with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.