About J Merrill One
A collective of purpose-driven ventures — publishing, financial services, and nonprofit innovation — built on tech, truth, and tenacity.
Publishing
Helping authors help themselves — from manuscript to marketplace. Print, blockchain, and audio solutions.
Explore PublishingFinancial
Planning with compassion. From advance planning to life & health coverage — all in one place.
Explore FinancialFoundation
Bridging mission with innovation. Blockchain giving, AI pilots, and equity-forward tools for community growth.
Explore FoundationOur Story
J Merrill One began as a vision to integrate purpose with professionalism — not just to offer services, but to transform how people engage with publishing, finance, and nonprofits. Every brand under our umbrella shares a unified commitment: modern tools, bold impact, and personal guidance.
Meet the Founder
Jackie Smith, Jr. is the powerhouse behind J Merrill One — a visionary who blends AI strategy, enterprise-level automation, and a heart for people. With a footprint in publishing, insurance, and digital transformation, Jackie brings ideas to life through disciplined innovation and deep compassion.
J Merrill One Timeline
Founded to help authors help themselves — offering full-service publishing and empowering tools for independent voices.
Launched with a mission to merge nonprofit purpose with cutting-edge innovation for community transformation.
Established to bring compassionate financial strategy, life planning, and insurance services to individuals and families.
The umbrella is born — uniting all brands into one future-forward, AI-powered collective rooted in service, structure, and scale.
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