Community Champion: Joshua Bunkley
For Joshua Bunkley, financial coaching goes far beyond just numbers; it’s a state of mind that infuses his personal as well as his professional pursuits. Having experienced firsthand how devastating lack of financial knowledge can be, Bunkley now works tirelessly toward empowering others to avoid the common money pitfalls he encountered early in life. His dedication and advocacy have earned him a reputation as a true community champion.
Joshua’s goals as both a coach and a community leader align closely with the values and mission of the National Financial Educators Council. He contributes to the financial wellness movement through the multiple platforms at his disposal. Joshua Bunkley’s community initiatives across Georgia are enriched by the motivation, team spirit, willingness, and determination he brings to all his endeavors.
Personal Statement
My name is Joshua Bunkley. I’m a Financial Coach, born and raised in Round Rock, TX and now call Athens, GA home. My passion for financial education comes from personal experience.
In my 20s, I lost everything due to bad financial advice. Making $14 an hour, I bought a house with no money down; a car on a five-year, high-interest note with as little down as possible; and borrowed for just about everything that I could. It was all easy to get, and easy to lose. By the age of 25, I lost it all. The stress of the debt induced heart attacks (yes, plural). It took me over five years to climb my way back up and achieve actual financial freedom. I became certified, but my real qualifications lie in my experiences. I know what most people have gone through, and I’ve felt the crushing weight of debt. That’s what drives me to do the work that I do. I believe everyone should have the tools in their toolbelt to become debt-free and build a future for the next generation.
I started coaching with the people closest to me whom I knew were struggling. I was actually able to make a difference, so I kept going. Now Bunkley Financial has helped people pay off cumulative millions, and we don’t plan on stopping any time soon! Being part of the GFEC community campaign gives me a chance to reach more people, like myself, before they end up in a situation like I faced early in life. Through this opportunity, I can help as many people as possible avoid making those money mistakes that get in the way of their dreams.
Community Champion: Joshua Bunkley
Joshua Bunkley shows his dedication to the financial literacy movement through his individual and couples coaching efforts along with his community leadership. The Georgia Financial Educators Council takes note of his commitment and extends its sincere gratitude.
Through Bunkley’s efforts, we build partnerships that spread awareness about our financial wellness initiatives around the Peach State. Those collaborations in turn help ensure our campaigns’ sustainability. Joshua Bunkley deserves our thanks and recognition for his advocacy.
