ABOUT US

Our Team

Malik East

owner

Malik founded 7Band Financial Agency and 7Band Inc. in 2021 out of a desire to teach and help others. Coming from a musical past that inspired his company’s name, he developed an appreciation for the way that life insurance can work in concert with the other pieces of a financial strategy to create a more complete financial symphony. Malik is passionate about helping create those symphonies that help others reach their financial goals using life insurance products.

He feels fortunate to be able to build long-term relationships with his clients, who can become are like family to him. The relationships are key as he encourages long-term thinking when it comes to insurance products, with a period of sowing and hard work before his clients can reap any potential benefits down the road. He loves the sense of community he feels with them, and his clients love his honesty and authenticity and know that he truly has their best interests at heart. Every time a client accomplishes one of their financial goals, it’s music to Malik’s ears.


Originally from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Malik and his wife now make their home in Jackson. He loves creating content, traveling, and obtaining unique skillsets. Holding a bachelor’s degree in computer networking and information technology, Malik is also a go-to independent tech contractor, working with 38 different tech service companies and providing solutions for businesses in the Jackson area. Malik and his wife are also active members of City Heart Church in Jackson.

James Barber

Insurance Agent

Since 2018, James has been on a mission to educate as many people as possible on the benefits of life insurance products and maximizing cash flow. That mission was the reason behind the creation of Oregon Cash Flow Pro, and whether it’s through his YouTube channel, by phone, or in person, the message is the same: to help people maximize their cash flow safely!


A small business owner for more than 22 years, James’s previous experience lies in real estate, construction, general contracting, and more, but it was always the service industry that kept calling his name. A desire to find ways to help people solve problems, whether through physical or mental effort, is what ultimately drew him to the financial services industry. Since finding his calling, James hasn’t looked back, finding daily satisfaction in the knowledge that he can help people solve some of the biggest financial challenges they may face. With access to a wide array of powerful insurance products and solutions that, when properly designed, can help financial goals be met and dreams to be realized, he is committed to thorough education about all available options so that people can make confident decisions. James does not take for granted the level of trust his clients place in him and offers a high level of transparency throughout the process to help clients make an informed choice about which strategy to pursue. One of the most satisfying aspects of what he does is seeing that “ah ha” moment when someone gets it and tells him that he made something easy to understand.

James is married with three children. He lives life with the philosophy of giving of himself with no expectation of receiving anything in return, which in turn has led to many great relationships that are the best rewards of all.

Contact us today for a no-obligation financial consultation!

Fixed index annuities are insurance products that are designed to meet long-term needs for retirement income. Early withdrawals may result in loss of principal and credited interest due to surrender charges. Any distributions are subject to ordinary income tax and, if taken prior to age 59 ½, an additional 10% federal tax.

Guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company.

​Life Insurance Licenses:

Alabama #3002139793, Arkansas #18801459, Arizona #18801459, California #0M41345, Colorado #657408, Connecticut #18801459, Delaware #3002196972, Florida #W672882, Georgia #3353534, Hawaii #560308, Iowa #1881459, Idaho #72446, Illinois #18801459, Indiana #3564116, Kansas #18801459, Kentucky #DOI-1139217, Louisiana #901641, Massachusetts #18801459, Maryland #3001039539, Michigan #18801459, Minnesota #40722854, Missouri #3001112052, Montana #3001787549, North Carolina #18801459, New Hampshire #18801459, New Jersey #3000945937, New York #1657825, Nevada #3754115, Ohio #1358729, Oklahoma #3001281362, Oregon #18801459, Pennsylvania #990677, South Carolina #18801459, Tennessee #2498652, Texas #2538354, Utah #729082, Virginia #1181334, Vermont #3658060, Washington #1088722

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