NATCHEZ — Financial Advisor Forrest A. Johnson III has become an Ameriprise Platinum Financial Services adviser based on the success of his financial services practice in 2015.

Johnson, with offices in Natchez and Vicksburg, is one of approximately 25 percent of the nearly 10,000 Ameriprise financial advisers to achieve this status.

Ameriprise Platinum Financial Services advisors provide personalized client service and are dedicated to meeting the complex and unique financial needs of their clients.

This status was achieved through exceptional performance, completion of specialized training and attainment of advanced industry recognized qualifications.

According to a release from the company, as an Ameriprise Platinum Financial Services adviser, Johnson is focused on providing advice and financial solutions for clients with high asset levels and is knowledgeable on a variety of topics and strategies including retirement, tax and estate planning, insurance and asset management.