Most of my clients are corporate professionals and families between 30 and 55 who have built a successful career and are starting to ask a different question: what should that success actually make possible? Sometimes the answer is stepping away for a while to care for a child or a parent. Sometimes it is a sabbatical, a pivot into a different field, or a business of their own. Sometimes it is staying exactly where they are and continuing to work because they want to, not because they have to. Different answers, same work underneath: figuring out what your version would require, and building toward it on purpose rather than by default. That work usually starts at a specific moment. Equity comp that quietly became a concentrated position. A promotion that changed the tax picture and the hours. A package with a short window on it. A parent who needs help the same year tuition starts. Those decisions either build optionality or spend it, and most get made in the first ninety days without anyone pricing the tradeoff. I spent more than two decades in wealth management at large banks before starting Present Day. I am working through a version of this myself: raising a family, helping parents, and deciding what comes after a long corporate chapter. I hold the CFP® certification, studied economics and psychology at UNC–Chapel Hill, and have an MBA from Duke. You can hire me for planning and advice, have me manage the investments, or take what we build and implement it yourself. There is no investable-asset minimum. Fees are flat-dollar or asset-based and disclosed in writing before any engagement begins.

Nick built Greenway Wealth to solve a specific problem: high-earning professionals had incredibly complex financial lives, but the traditional advisory industry was only offering them generic, fragmented advice, or sales focused product pitches. He serves as the visionary behind the firm’s "Personal CFO" model, designing the overarching wealth and tax strategies that convert high-velocity income into permanent independence. Before founding Greenway in 2018, Nick honed his institutional investment expertise at Vanguard and later opened the Charlotte office for a California-based independent advisory firm. A proud graduate of Miami University, he earned his CFP® certification in 2010. Outside the office, Nick is deeply embedded in the Charlotte community. He has volunteered at Brookstone School and served on the Family Advisory Council at Levine Children’s Hospital. In the early morning hours, you might find him roaming the streets of Charlotte with the men of F3 Nation. Ask Me About: -Bay Area sports -My early morning workouts with F3 -Where to find the best nacho in Charlotte

Samuel Gault is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Elefante Corp and Family Home Buyers. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Andrew Driscoll is a financial advisor at Lake Effect Wealth LLC in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 65 designation with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Grandview Analytics from 2015 to 2019 before founding Lake Effect Wealth, where he has been the sole advisor since 2019. Lake Effect Wealth serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as corporations and businesses, offering discretionary portfolio management alongside project-based and comprehensive financial planning. The firm employs a passive investment strategy based on Modern Portfolio Theory, incorporating low-turnover, tax-aware portfolio construction, and distinguishes itself by providing business planning and employee benefits optimization services uncommon among independent solo advisers.

As a comprehensive financial planning firm we can assist you with your investment management, social security, debt management, budgeting, net-worth tracking, overall organization, tax planning, charitable planning, insurance review, and much more. As a flat fee firm we know the stock market isn't the only solution for your investment problems and love to brainstorm real estate, small business, private credit, and other alternative investment options that lead to the main goal. To improve your financial life and increase your net-worth. If you want a second set of eyes on your investments or financial decisions then feel free to give us a call and we'll talk through if we are a good fit for you. If not, then we will point you in the right direction.

Dana Goldfarb is the sole advisor at Goldfarb Wealth Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 65 credential with 12 years of industry experience. He has led Goldfarb Wealth Advisors since 2014. Goldfarb Wealth Advisors provides personalized investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, families, trusts, estates, and small businesses. The firm employs a modern portfolio theory-based investment approach focused on globally diversified, low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, with an emphasis on long-term buy-and-hold strategies and tax-aware actions.

Leonard Marte is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at Abundant Advisors, LLC. He previously worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. for 11 years and at SmartPath, Inc. for two years. Abundant Advisors serves mass-affluent, high-net-worth, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, offering discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial planning. The firm employs investment strategies based on fundamental analysis and Modern Portfolio Theory, combining passive ETFs and active funds with attention to tax efficiency and regular portfolio reviews.

Drew Waterbury is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience and has been the sole advisor at Ocean Advisors, LLC since 2010. He provides financial literacy programs for employees of various businesses, delivering content both on-site and via webinars, occasionally developing the material himself. Ocean Advisors offers investment management and personal financial planning services to individuals, families, trusts, estates, family businesses, and corporate retirement plans. The firm’s investment approach combines strategic asset allocation with tactical adjustments using fundamental and technical analysis, including dividend-focused equity portfolios, diversified funds, and selective options strategies for income enhancement or downside protection.

Michael Sherman is the principal of Sherman Wealth Solutions LLC in Charlotte, NC. He holds the CFP® designation and has 11 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services and Hightower Advisors, as well as managing affiliated tax and insurance businesses. He is also appointed as the court administrator for two family estates. Sherman Wealth Solutions offers investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and employer retirement plans. The firm manages portfolios using ETFs, mutual funds, stocks, and bonds, and serves as an ERISA fiduciary for retirement plans.

Shantavius Speaks is a financial advisor at Mansa Wealth Advisory, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation with three years of experience as a CPA. His work history includes roles at S.O.Speaks CPA, PLLC, Eau Clair Cooperative Health, Upstate Strings LLC, and Duke Energy. He has also been involved with an entrepreneurial venture, Upstate Strings LLC, from 2020 to 2024. Mansa Wealth Advisory is a state-registered investment adviser in North Carolina offering comprehensive financial planning services such as retirement, tax, and estate planning, along with investment analysis and insurance reviews. The firm provides educational workshops on personal finance and integrates tax and accounting services for individuals, business owners, and nonprofit clients.

Brando Reyna is a CFA® charterholder with 10 years of industry experience. He is the principal advisor at Reyna Capital Advisors, llc, an independent firm he founded in 2025. Prior to starting his firm, he worked at Novare Capital Management for eight years. In addition to his advisory role, Reyna serves as a Senior Advisor at Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, providing business advising services. Reyna Capital Advisors, llc offers discretionary asset management primarily to institutional and pooled-vehicle clients, employing a blend of fundamental and quantitative investment techniques. The firm manages portfolios on a discretionary basis and incorporates both long- and short-term positions with an investment approach that treats cash as an asset class.

With over 7 years of experience at Dimensional Fund Advisors, Evan Luongo, CFP®, knows a thing or two about navigating the complex world of finance. As a Regional Director since 2022, he’s provided investment advice to hundreds of Financial Advisors. Now, as the founder of NoDa Wealth, Evan blends his industry expertise with a personal touch, offering tailored financial planning for busy professionals. Whether you’re focused on career growth, planning for a family, or building your wealth, Evan is here to simplify your financial journey and help you thrive today and in the future.

Michael Bookhardt is the managing member of Affluence Advisory LLC and holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. He has three years of industry experience, including a prior role at The Vanguard Group. In addition to his advisory work, he is a managing member of SIB General Contractors LLC, a general business he has been involved with since 2006. Affluence Advisory LLC provides discretionary investment supervisory services to individuals, businesses, trusts, foundations, and other charitable entities. The firm builds individualized portfolios primarily using passively managed no-load mutual funds and ETFs, employing asset-allocation strategies informed by modern portfolio theory and a long-term equity orientation.

Justin Saffel is a financial advisor at CreativeVest Inc in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 65 designation with three years of industry experience. Before founding CreativeVest, he worked as a Development Engineer at Energy Systems Group and previously at Trane. He also operates Justin Saffel LLC, providing online courses on personal finance. CreativeVest Inc offers discretionary asset management, written financial planning, and educational workshops to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates. The firm’s investment approach uses a combination of fundamental and technical analysis and may include mutual funds, ETFs, options, leveraged/inverse ETFs, and digital assets upon client request.

Phillip Gussman is the sole advisor at Bulldog Asset Management, Inc., an independent firm based in Huntersville, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 16 years of industry experience. Since 2006, Mr. Gussman has been self-employed and also spends the majority of his time working with non-profits through Gussman Consulting, assisting with fundraising, messaging, and web development. Bulldog Asset Management provides investment supervisory and portfolio management services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, corporate pension and profit-sharing plans, and trusts. The firm manages approximately $61 million across 45 client accounts, focusing on diversified asset allocation tailored to each client’s financial situation, objectives, and risk tolerance, with ongoing discretionary management and regular portfolio reviews.

Jerel Harvey is a financial advisor with Fedway Financial LLC in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Merrill, and Red Ventures, as well as operating a sole proprietorship since 2013. He is also licensed as an insurance agent. Fedway Financial LLC provides investment advisory services primarily to individual clients, offering discretionary portfolio management combined with customizable financial planning. The firm emphasizes long-term investment strategies tailored to each client’s objectives and conducts educational seminars on personal financial planning.

Jakhongir Mirtalipov is a financial advisor at Dream Life Wealth Management LLC in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Cetera. Dream Life Wealth Management LLC provides investment management and financial planning services to individuals and high-net-worth clients, offering estate planning assistance through a third-party platform and conducting educational seminars. The firm employs a combination of fundamental and technical analysis alongside passive and active management strategies, emphasizing long-term holdings aligned with modern portfolio theory.

Joseph Leonard is a financial advisor with Leonard Wealth Management, LLC in Lincolnton, NC, holding a Series 63 license and 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at AE Wealth Management, Foundation For Financial Education, Formula Folio Investments, and Retirement Wealth Advisors. Outside of advising, he provides trumpet lessons and performances through his Cain Leonard Trumpet Studio and offers adult education on retirement planning. Leonard Wealth Management, LLC is an independent registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, charities, and pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning, hourly consulting, estate-settlement assistance, and discretionary portfolio management, using a combination of model portfolios, third-party advisors, and various portfolio construction techniques.

Ryan Hammond is a financial advisor at Hammond Wealth Partners with one year of industry experience. He has held positions at Amplified Planning, The Vanguard Group, and Wells Fargo. Hammond Wealth Partners is a fee-only fiduciary firm providing discretionary investment management and financial planning mainly to individuals, families, and high-net-worth clients. The firm offers customized portfolios combining strategic asset allocation, tax-efficient management, and active tactical approaches based on multiple analysis methods, with clients able to impose reasonable investment restrictions.

Andrew Burquest is the sole advisor and principal at Njord Capital, LLC in Charlotte, NC. He holds the CFA® designation and Series 66 license, and has 14 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at TIAA-CREF and various wealth management firms. Burquest serves as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Reserve and acts as a court-appointed guardian. Njord Capital is an independent advisory firm serving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, as well as institutional clients such as retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm provides fee-based discretionary investment management and financial planning, employing a combination of passive index strategies and active or third-party managers, with a focus on customized portfolios guided by written Investment Policy Statements.