Roper, Barclay: - Dr. Barclay Roper is a seasoned financial professional, educator, and author with over two decades of experience in financial planning. He began his career in financial services while attending Idaho State University, later founding a registered investment advisory firm. Now a professor at the College for Financial Planning, Dr. Roper teaches financial analysis, investments, and personal finance, combining his academic achievements--a Master's in Finance (MSF) and a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA)--with real-world expertise. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to financial literacy, he inspires others through his teaching, writing, and global humanitarian service. Dr. Roper lives in Pocatello, Idaho, with his wife of twenty-four years and their seven children.