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Brent Burke grew up outside of Savannah and now resides in Norcross with his wife, Tracy and 3 dogs. Brent has four grown children: Nic, Cole, Caleb and Amelia Grace. Brent started his career at Northwestern Mutual in 2002 and has developed an expertise in planning for business owners and executives. Brent’s favorite way to spend time with family and friends is through outdoor activities, such as camping, water and snow skiing, or playing a game of baseball. Brent has also participated in a number of Crossfit competitions and triathlon races over the years. Brent has valued the mentorship he’s received over the years and seeks to give back by mentoring others.

Justin Neal grew up in East Cobb and now resides in Roswell with his wife Lindsey and their three boys: Alexander, Asher and Augustine. After graduating from Berry College summa cum-laude with a degree in Economics, he began his career with Northwestern Mutual in 2002. Justin and Lindsey are patrons of the Atlanta Ballet, and they are extremely passionate about traveling the world (mostly to enjoy great food and wine at unique restaurants). Justin treasures time with family and friends, and, in his spare time, he has completed several Ironman triathlons and other long distance running events.

Born and raised in Atlanta, Jon attended Covenant College where he was selected as a Maclellan Scholar for leadership and academic excellence, played on the golf team and met his wife, Kate. Jon joined the firm in 2019 and helps to advise many of our new client households. Outside the office, Jon’s passion is playing golf recreationally, especially in competitive formats. He and Kate both love to travel, hike with their bernedoodle, Winston, and spend time with family and friends.They both enjoy competitive board games and are involved in their community at Perimeter Church.

Born and raised in Georgia, Kyle Brady studied exercise science at Kennesaw State University and is a first-generation college graduate in his family!  For three years in college, Kyle Brady played baseball and through trial and injury, realized his passion to help people could be better applied through finance than physical training. After joining the firm in 2021, Kyle Brady now works to help steward client households and cultivate and grow new client relationships. Kyle Brady enjoys doing service projects through Passion City Church, competitive activities, and everything outdoors, and he is looking forward to his wedding in 2022. He is also a lifelong Braves, UGA, and Falcons fan.

Laura is an Atlanta native and proud graduate of the University of Georgia. Laura earned her B.S. in Family & Consumer Sciences and began working in foster care and adoptions after college. Laura joined the firm in 2020 and is involved in all areas of client engagement and service, with a focus on supporting Brent and his business clientele. Outside of the office, Laura enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading and attending yoga classes. Laura loves being outdoors and enjoying time in nature as much as possible.

Katy joined the firm in 2015 and specializes in the risk-management side of the business. Katy attended GCSU where she majored in business management with a minor in psychology. Katy enjoys spending time with her Husky mix dog, Rory (named after Rory in Gilmore Girls), working out at Orange Theory, trying new restaurants around Atlanta, testing new baking recipes, and travelling to Disney World a few times each year. She most recently made her first pilgrimage trip to the original house of mouse-Disneyland.

Raised in Athens, GA, Ricky graduated from UGA with a major in Economics w/ Public Policy Emphasis and a minor in Mathematics. After he earned an associates in commercial underwriting, he joined the firm in 2017 and specializes in investment operations. Ricky is interested in personal fitness, rental properties, continuing education, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Sawyer Green grew up in Athens and now resides in Alpharetta with his wife, Claire. Sawyer received his BA in business administration from Liberty University. He spent several years working in addiction counseling at No Longer Bound and coaching in the CrossFit community. Since joining the firm in 2022, Sawyer now helps with meeting prep, illustrations, and client communication. Outside the office, Sawyer’s passion is connecting with others through fitness and recovery and serving at church. He and Claire both love to run, have the occasional game night, and spend time with family and friends.

Born and raised in Georgia, Chris graduated from Kennesaw State University with a BS in Sociology. After college, Chris worked in various roles in risk management from underwriting to advising before joining the team in 2022.  Outside of the office, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Maddi, and visiting her family on St. Croix.  He loves to spend time outdoors, especially on the water or the golf course, going hiking with Maddi and their dog, Monty, and serving his community at Shallowford Church. Chris also enjoys watching baseball and hockey, especially when he can go to the game in person.

As an Atlanta native and graduate of Furman University, Elizabeth began working with Justin and Brent in 2009. She has enjoyed growing and expanding her role within the firm, including scheduling meetings and daily client communications, along with planning marketing events and promotions.  Elizabeth enjoys playing tennis, volunteering, cooking, entertaining, and loving on her dogs, Fenway and Hazel. Elizabeth and her husband Mark live in Dunwoody and have three amazing sons – John, Adam, and David.

Kyle Wilson joined the firm in 2013 and focuses on running the operational side of the business. Kyle met his wife, Julie, while they were on the swim team at Berry College and they just welcomed their first child, Laurel, in 2021. Outside of the office, Kyle and Julie enjoy photography, camping, whitewater kayaking, hiking, hunting, and basically anything outdoors, though they are mostly homebodies.