Michael Smith, CPA

Michael’s tax experience has taught him that it’s not enough just to put the “right” numbers in the “right” boxes in the “right” forms. He’s learned that planning is the key to helping clients pay less.

 Those clients have always appreciated how he does more than just record history. They’ve trusted him enough to approach him with questions about investing and financial planning. But he’s always been frustrated by the inherent conflicts and lack of transparency infecting the wealth management industry.

 After much research, Michael found a partner who helps clients like you accomplish their tax & wealth goals. This partner shares his values and uses a proprietary methodology to implement those values into holistic planning: a Taxes First, Then Math® approach.

 As a Family Office Director, Michael is responsible for prescribing advanced tax solutions and ensuring his network of partners fill those solutions with fidelity to his plan. He relies on the experts at Financial Gravity, Inc., a true partner — not just a vendor — who helps him deliver lower costs, higher tax efficiency, more comprehensive diversification, and more transparent risk management.

Michael has been in the accounting profession since 1988. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Tennessee Tech University. Michael is married with seven children and enjoys hiking every chance he can get.

Ashley Winters is a highly accomplished financial services professional with over 15 years of experience and currently serves as Financial Gravity’s Senior Family Office Partner. In this role, she helps clients achieve their life goals by providing comprehensive and coordinated advice across a wide range of financial areas. She manages proactive tax planning, wealth management, risk mitigation strategies, financial planning, estate planning, and charitable giving strategies. By overseeing these key areas, she ensures her clients receive conflict-free, tailored guidance to meet their unique financial needs and goals.

Over her career, Ashley has held several leadership roles across three different companies, where she has developed a reputation for delivering exceptional client service and strategic financial solutions. Her approach allows families to help protect and grow their wealth while planning for the future.

Beyond her work with clients, Ashley is also a dedicated mentor and trainer to financial advisors. She is committed to helping the next generation of advisors develop the skills and knowledge they need to provide high-quality, personalized service. Her leadership and commitment to the profession make her a trusted partner in helping families achieve long-term financial success.

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Jill Henderson

Jill Henderson has been working closely with Advisors for over 20 years overseeing all aspects of the advisory services side of the business where she trains and supports the advisors on the wealth management platforms, programs, and services offered through the RIA. In addition, Jill has worked closely with the Chief Compliance Officer where she has helped develop and monitor ongoing policies and procedures. She currently holds her Series 7, 66, and 24 licenses.

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Ed Lyon, J.D.

Ed Lyon earned his Bachelor’s from Hamilton College and his JD from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, where he served as Executive Editor of the University of Cincinnati Law Review. He has nearly three decades experience in the tax and financial services industries, where he focuses on helping business owners take advantage of the tax code’s legal “green lights” to pay less. He’s the founder and CEO of the Tax Master Network (previously TaxCoach Software) and currently serves as Chief Tax Strategist for Financial Gravity companies.

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Dr. William R. Nelson, Ph.D.

Dr. William R. Nelson is an expert in asset management and the associated technology. As the Co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of EQIS Capital Management, Inc. for over a decade, he was instrumental in the development of technology including their proposal generation system, reporting system, and Mutual Fund Stress test.

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Dave O'Rourke

Dave is President of Financial Gravity Asset Management. FGAM creates and delivers Active, Passive and Hybrid investment portfolios using its proprietary Real Risk System. FGAM is also a turnkey asset management platform that automates bespoke IPS creation in the context of the investor’s maximum loss exposure. In addition, FGAM provides Incomizeⓒ, an application that features FGAM’s proprietary Time Optimized Planningⓒ.

Kaili Winters

Kaili Winters brings a wealth of experience in the financial services industry to Financial Gravity. She specializes in helping ensure regulatory adherence and risk management. Kaili navigates complex regulatory landscapes with precision, helping ensure that her firm and clients remain compliant with ever-evolving regulations. She is adept at developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures, conducting audits, and providing training to help ensure a culture of compliance throughout the organization. Kaili’s dedication to upholding the highest ethical standards and keen attention to detail will be invaluable assets in safeguarding Financial Gravity’s reputation and our clients’ interests.