When we embarked on this partnership, it was with the hope of helping creatives in Ferguson become financially secure to provide a revenue stream in a struggling region and serve as role models for aspiring artists. “These recordings represent the intersection between creative expression and financial literacy. “Of the many inspiring stories to come out of our work with Life Arts, seeing this particular project come to fruition is especially reaffirming,” states AP CEO Lon T. The AP for LIFE Creative Residency was established by American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc.-a privately-held, independent broker/dealer that provides services and support for financial professionals across the United States-and its non-profit organization, The AP Foundation, Inc., to foster creative talent and entrepreneurship in the environs of Ferguson, Missouri. Smith was able to finance the project with the guidance of her AP for LIFE financial mentor, American Portfolios (AP)-affiliated financial professional Donna LaScala (Comprehensive Divorce Solutions, LLC | Port Washington, New York), along with additional funding from Life Creative Group and its founder, Brian Owens. Malena Smith, participant in the “AP for LIFE Creative Residency, recently recorded her debut EP of original songs at Royal Studios in Memphis, Tennessee. News Direct- American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. The AP for LIFE Creative Residency-American Portfolios’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative benefiting creative entrepreneurs based in Ferguson, Missouri-achieves goal

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