Born August 25, 1954, Mike is a native of Kilmichael, MS. Since graduating from Delta State University in 1979, Mike has made his home in Cleveland, MS. The Brister Family consists of Mike's daughter, Naron (Jason) Remillard, a son, Collins (Summer) and one granddaughter Emma Lou Brister. Individual family members are active participants in a variety of community activities and organizations. They are members of the First United Methodist Church.
A principal in the firm of Blakeman, Brister & Putman, Mike entered this profession in February of 1984. Securities licensed since that date, his affiliated broker dealer is Securities America, Inc., a Registered Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA, SIPC. In addition to his experience and industry knowledge, Mike is known for his ability to relate to people and the concern for the community in which he lives.