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# Our Team

## Portfolio Managers

 Christine R. Arlitt

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet Christine

 Richard E. Bauchspies, JR., CFA

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet Richard

 Sherrie Campbell, CFP, RLP

 Senior Wealth Advisor

 Meet Sherrie

 John M. (Mike) Daley, PhD

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet John

 John W. Drerup

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet John

 Yevgeniy Gushcha, PhD

 Senior Partner and Director of Operations

 Meet Yevgeniy

 Thomas D. Hunt

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet Thomas

 Kenneth E. Stanley, Col. USAF (Ret) – VP.

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet Kenneth

 Peter C. Woolston

 Senior Portfolio Manager

 Meet Peter

 Joel Sues, CFA, CAIA

 Partner and Portfolio Manager

 Meet Joel

 Jodi Bowman

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet Jodi

 Pierce Owen

 Portfolio Manager

[LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierce-owen/)

 Meet Pierce

 Alex Kevorchian

 Portfolio Manager

 Zachary Ellington

 Portfolio Manager

 Meet Zachary

## Wealth Advisors

 Adam Newman, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CEPA

 Managing Partner

 Meet Adam

 Kyle McFarland, CFP®

 Partner and Wealth Advisor

 Meet Kyle

 Bijal Patel, CFP®

 Senior Partner and Wealth Advisor

 Meet Bijal

 Brenna Allsopp, CFP®

 Director of Client Experience

 Meet Brenna

 Hannah Terwilliger, CFA

 Investment Advisor

 Meet Hannah

 Brian Quantrille, CFP®

 Wealth Advisor

 Meet Brian

 Robbie Pratt, CFP® RICP®

 Partner & Investment Advisor

 Meet Robbie

 Brayden Oswald, CFP®

 Director, Wealth Advisor

 Meet Brayden

 Erin Evans, CFP®, FPQP®

 Associate Wealth Advisor

 Meet Erin

## Trading & Operations

 Andy Pratt, CFA, CAIA

 Managing Partner

 Meet Andy

 Fariba Shahbaz

 Senior Trader

 Meet Fariba

 AJ Mullan, CFA

 Investment Analyst

 Meet AJ

 Sue Burghouwt

 Administrator

 Meet Sue

 Leslie Sinyard

 Assistant Portfolio Manager

 Abi Johnson

 Tax Operations Associate

 Meet Abi

 Michael Chagros

 Billing and Operations Associate

 Meet Michael

## Analytical & Technology Group

 Alex Shen, CFA

 Director of Research

 Meet Alex

 Kenny Mezher, CFA, CFP®

 Portfolio Manager / Director of Analytics & Trading

 Meet Kenny

 Martin Walsh

 Director of Technology

 Meet Martin

 Anne Arden Majors

 Information Technology Specialist

 Meet Anne Arden

 Hannah Sheldon

 Research Analyst

 Meet Hannah

## Leadership Team

 Lowell D. Pratt Jr., CFA

 President and Chairman

 Meet Lowell

 Michael J. Newman, JD

 General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer

 Meet Michael

 William A. Stewart

 Director of Operations; Treasurer

 Meet William

 Wayne Ferbert

 Senior Managing Director, Burney Advisor Services

 Meet Wayne

 Christine R. Arlitt

 Portfolio Manager

Christine joined The Burney Company in 1987 and progressed to the position of Portfolio Manager in 1991. Prior to joining The Burney Company, she was employed by Arthur Andersen & Co. for over eight years. She received her BS in Finance and Economics from Towson University in 1977 and earned the designation of Certified Public Accountant in 1982.

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 Richard E. Bauchspies, JR., CFA

 Portfolio Manager

Richard joined The Burney Company in 1992 as an assistant Portfolio Manager and analyst. Richard is a Penn State graduate earning a BS in Civil Engineering in 1983. He achieved the Chartered Financial Analysts designation in 1996, and became a Portfolio Manager for the company that year as well.

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 Sherrie Campbell, CFP, RLP

 Senior Wealth Advisor

Sherrie's expertise is in retirement and life planning. She also works with charitably-minded clients on qualified charitable distributions, manages customized equity portfolios, and designs tailored financial plans. Sherrie and her husband, Mike, have two wonderful children. She lives in Watkinsville, Georgia, and enjoys waterfall hikes, watching UGA sporting events, reading, and staying active in her church.

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 John M. (Mike) Daley, PhD

 Portfolio Manager

Mike has been a Portfolio Manager with The Burney Company since 1985. Mike graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He earned Masters and PhD degrees in nuclear physics at Tulane University. He is a Vice President for Investments and serves on the Board of Directors.

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 John W. Drerup

 Portfolio Manager

John joined The Burney Company as a Portfolio Manager in 2004. John received an undergraduate degree from the Naval Academy and served as a Navy Supply Corps Officer obtaining the rank of Captain. John earned a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Florida and earned a Masters in Personal Financial Planning from the College for Financial Planning.

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 Yevgeniy Gushcha, PhD

 Senior Partner and Director of Operations

 Yevgeniy is a Senior Partner and the Director of Operations. He began his career with Burney Company in 2000 as an Equity Analyst after graduating from American University with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. In 2004, he earned a PhD in Economics from Kuban State University in Krasnodar, Russia, and then transitioned to Portfolio Management as Head of Operations and Trading. In 2009, he became a Portfolio Manager.

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 Thomas D. Hunt

 Portfolio Manager

Tom joined The Burney Company in 1983 as one of their analysts. In early 1985, Tom became a Portfolio Manager and has remained a full time PM since. Tom received his BS from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, in 1977 and his MS from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 1979.

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 Kenneth E. Stanley, Col. USAF (Ret) – VP.

 Portfolio Manager

Ken is an Investment Adviser Representative of the company and President of Burney Investment Services. Ken received his BSEE from the U.S. Naval Academy and his MEA from George Washington University. Ken graduated at the top of his pilot training class and holds an FAA Airline Transport Pilot rating. He has been with the company since 1979.

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 Peter C. Woolston

 Senior Portfolio Manager

[Email](mailto:%20PWoolston@burney.com)

 Peter joined The Burney Company in 1984 and has served as the lead Portfolio Manager for The Burney Master Portfolio since 2018. He is a Syracuse University graduate and holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Colorado. He lives with his wife in Essex, Connecticut. He is a U.S. Navy veteran.

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 Joel Sues, CFA, CAIA

 Partner and Portfolio Manager

 Joel is a Partner and Portfolio Manager at Burney Wealth Management. He has spent the majority of his career with the firm, joining in 2016 as a Research Analyst in the firm’s analytical group before moving into his Portfolio Manager role in 2019. Joel is a Portfolio Manager on our ETFs and investment strategies and manages the trading of client portfolios. Joel also works directly with clients as their Advisor, as well as collaborates with our other Advisors to support them on various client situations.  
   
He enjoys being a part of running and implementing our firm’s investment strategies while also marrying sound financial advice with personalized support to help guide clients on the path to achieving their goals. Joel earned his CFA and CAIA charters in 2020. He graduated from Duke University with a B.S. in Economics, George Mason University with an M.A. in Economics, and holds the Series 65 license. Joel is a member of the CFA Institute and the CFA Society of Washington, DC. He is an avid skier and also enjoys playing golf, watching North Carolina sports and the Yankees, and spending time with his wife, son, and their two dogs.

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 Jodi Bowman

 Portfolio Manager

Jodi interned with The Burney Company as an administrative assistant beginning in 2006. She became an administrator to members of our sales team in 2015. She is currently a portfolio manager and assistant to Mike Daley. Jodi has over 15 years of experience in the finance industry including her previous position as a mortgage loan officer. She has degrees in Computer Technology and Business Administration.

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 Pierce Owen

 Portfolio Manager

[Email](mailto:%20pierce@burney.com) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierce-owen/)

Pierce Owen brings a passion for personalized financial stewardship to The Burney Company. As a Portfolio Manager, Pierce excels in providing tailored financial advice and guiding clients from diverse backgrounds towards achieving their financial aspirations. He enjoys assisting clients in making impactful contributions to worthy causes through qualified charitable distributions.

Pierce graduated summa cum laude and with Honors from the South Carolina Honors College, earning a Bachelor of Science in International Business from the University of South Carolina. Furthering his education, he obtained a Master of International Business from the Moore School of Business and a Masters in Management from ESCP Europe in Paris, France.

Before joining The Burney Company in 2024, Pierce honed his skills and gained valuable experience at several prestigious organizations. He has developed a deep understanding of market trends throughout his career, having held significant roles at AT&T, SAPinsider, ABI Research, Gartner, and Machina Research.

Pierce resides in Athens, Georgia with his wife, Ghazal, and their two beloved chihuahua mixes, Marley and Tiny Tim. Outside of his professional endeavors, he enjoys traveling with his little family supporting Gamecock football, basketball, and baseball.

![Pierce Owen headshot](https://burneyinvest.com/hubfs/Team%20Photos/pierce-owen.jpg) 

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 Adam Newman, CFA, CFP®, RICP®, CEPA

 Managing Partner

Adam Newman is a Managing Partner at Burney Wealth Management. Adam is responsible for overseeing the ongoing management of client financial plans, annual financial planning updates, and investment portfolio reviews. His expertise is in comprehensive financial planning, retirement income planning, tax planning, and investment policy development. Adam graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Applied Economics and also received a Master of Taxation degree from Villanova University’s Charles Widger School of Law. He is a CFA Charterholder as well as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Practitioner. 

In 2025, Adam completed his Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation to help business owners align their personal, financial, and business goals to maximize enterprise value and readiness for transition. Outside of the office, Adam and his wife Emily are busy parents to two young daughters (Delaney and Layla) and enjoy getting outside to explore all that Nashville has to offer. 

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 Kyle McFarland, CFP®

 Partner and Wealth Advisor

 Kyle McFarland is a Partner and Wealth Advisor in our Nashville office. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to develop comprehensive financial strategies that integrate investment management, tax planning, and risk management. Kyle is dedicated to helping clients make confident, informed decisions that support their long-term goals and financial well-being.

Outside the office, Kyle enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Brittany, their son Brooks, and their Labrador, Lyla. He is an avid supporter of the Tennessee Titans and Volunteers, enjoys exploring Nashville’s food scene, and spends his free time at their family lake house and on the golf course.

 

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 Bijal Patel, CFP®

 Senior Partner and Wealth Advisor

 Bijal has over 25 years of leadership experience and an interest in the markets and wealth creation that stem from buying his first stock at the age of 14. Today, he works with clients and contributes to our investment and wealth management strategies. He also leads and mentors other staff members, which has contributed to Burney Company being recognized as one of CNBC’s Top 100 Financial Advisors. 

Bijal resides in Richmond, Virginia, with his wife Jinu, two children, and two foster children. When he’s not in the office or traveling to visit clients, Bijal enjoys working in the garden and tackling small projects around the house. He is also an avid bowler, mentor to at-risk teenagers, and volunteers at after-school programs at several Richmond-area high schools.

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 Brenna Allsopp, CFP®

 Director of Client Experience

[Email](mailto:%20bsurette@burney.com)

Brenna joined Burney Wealth Management in 2018. As our Director of Client Experience, Brenna is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the overall client service experience at the firm.  Brenna resides in Fairfax, VA. Outside of work she coaches for the Annandale High School Dance Team where she trains dancers in a variety of styles. Brenna earned her BS in Marketing from George Mason University. She is a [CFP® professional](https://www.letsmakeaplan.org/find-a-cfp-professional/certified-professional-profile/f215a6e9-d2c5-4b41-a05e-678867f82b4c) and a Registered Investment Advisor Representative.

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 Hannah Terwilliger, CFA

 Investment Advisor

Hannah is an Investment Advisor at Burney Wealth Management. She began her career with the Burney Company as an intern in 2018 and joined the analytical group full-time in 2021. In early 2025, she transitioned to her current role, where she works closely with clients, striving to be a calm and steady presence during times of market uncertainty.

 

Hannah graduated from Virginia Tech in 2020 with a B.S. in Business Information Technology with a concentration in Computer Decision Systems. She earned her CFA charter in 2026 and is a member of the CFA Institute and the CFA Society of Washington, DC.

 

Hannah lives in Leesburg with her husband and their Border Collie mix. She enjoys spending her free time outdoors—whether it’s walking, running, or biking around downtown Leesburg.

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 Brian Quantrille, CFP®

 Wealth Advisor

Brian Quantrille is a Wealth Advisor on our team. In his role, he partners directly with clients to develop and implement comprehensive financial plans designed to help them achieve their goals. Brian joined Burney Wealth Management in 2021, after earning his BS in Finance with a concentration in Financial Planning from Virginia Tech. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Practitioner. Brian lives in Arlington, Virginia, and in his free time enjoys spending time outdoors, attending sporting events, and cheering on his hometown Boston teams from afar.

 

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 Robbie Pratt, CFP® RICP®

 Partner & Investment Advisor

Robbie joined Burney Wealth Management in 2019 and serves as an Investment Advisor. Over the years, he has worn many hats within the firm, gaining a deep appreciation for how each part of the business works together to serve clients effectively. This broad experience has shaped his thoughtful, hands-on approach to financial planning and investment management.

With CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP®) designations, Robbie is passionate about connecting with clients to understand their goals and guide them through financial decisions with clarity and confidence. He takes pride in helping clients align their wealth with what matters most to them.

Outside the office, Robbie enjoys spending time with his wife, Martha, and their two dogs, Duncan and Goose. Depending on the season, you’ll find him wake surfing, snowboarding, or playing Ultimate Frisbee — but year-round, he’s happiest outdoors.

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 Andy Pratt, CFA, CAIA

 Managing Partner

Andy Pratt, CFA, CAIA, is a Partner and Director of Investment Strategy at Burney Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 2012, he has grown alongside the company, contributing across investment research, portfolio management, client advisory, and strategic initiatives.

Today, Andy serves as Portfolio Manager for Burney’s ETFs and leads the firm’s investment strategy. He enjoys the challenge of honoring Burney’s long-standing investment philosophy while continually improving it through data, technology, and thoughtful innovation. He also works directly with clients to help simplify complex financial decisions and build durable long-term plans.

Andy earned degrees in Economics and Psychology from Virginia Tech and holds both the CFA (2017) and CAIA (2020) designations.

He lives in Cascades, Virginia, with his wife and three kids. When he’s not working, you’ll likely find him coaching a youth team, snowboarding, wake surfing, or competing in a rec league. He’s also a lifelong Washington-area sports fan.

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 Fariba Shahbaz

 Senior Trader

Fariba joined Burney in 1989 and concentrates on daily trading and management of investment accounts. She has a dual language proficiency (in English and Farsi). Fariba Lives in Reston, Virginia, with her son. In her spare time, she likes to dance, paint, travel and master her love for the Spanish language.

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 AJ Mullan, CFA

 Investment Analyst

AJ is an Investment Analyst at Burney Wealth Management. In his role, he supports our Portfolio Management team, specializing in trading, reporting, securities analysis, and client account management. He graduated in 2022 from James Madison University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance with a minor in Computer Information Systems. AJ is an active member of the CFA Institute and the CFA Society Washington, DC.

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 Sue Burghouwt

 Administrator

Sue joined The Burney Company in 2010 to work part-time as an administrative assistant to Richard Bauchspies, in Portsmouth RI, after 17 years as a full-time mom. Previously, she worked for the Travelers Insurance Company, Hartford, CT, as an Assistant Director in the Special Liability Group.  She holds a BS in Computer Engineering from Bucknell University.

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 Leslie Sinyard

 Assistant Portfolio Manager

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 Alex Shen, CFA

 Director of Research

Alex joined Burney Company in 2012 and is responsible for our proprietary models, analyzing portfolio performances, and researching and preparing studies on macro trends. She is a quant by training and has a wide range of experience in the financial services industry, including analytical positions with Georgina Asset Management, the Virginia College Savings Plan, and the Virginia Resources Authority’s Bond Issuing Program. Alex is working toward her PhD in Economics from Virginia Tech, and she is the co-founder of a non-profit organization that advocates for children from immigrant families and offers free music lessons to economically disadvantaged kids in her community.

 

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 Kenny Mezher, CFA, CFP®

 Portfolio Manager / Director of Analytics & Trading

Kenny Mezher joined The Burney Company in early 2017 and currently serves as Portfolio Manager and Director of Analytics & Trading. He oversees the management of several of the firm’s portfolios and plays a key role in providing analysis and outsourced Chief Investment Officer services to Burney’s network of advisors. Kenny enjoys collaborating with advisors to deliver customized portfolio solutions and helping clients align their investments with their goals through thoughtful, data-driven strategy.

Kenny earned his Bachelor’s degree in Applied Economics with a minor in Business from Virginia Tech. He is both a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder and a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) professional, reflecting his commitment to excellence in investment management and financial planning.

Outside the office, Kenny enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife, three daughters, and their dog at their home in the countryside. He’s an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hiking, hunting, and fishing, and he stays active through weightlifting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Kenny also gives back to the community by coaching wrestling and supporting his daughters in their sports and activities.

 

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 Martin Walsh

 Director of Technology

Martin joined Burney Company in 1992 and has over a decade of experience implementing Burney’s proprietary models and is a member of the Technology Committee, overseeing the IT infrastructure.

 

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 Anne Arden Majors

 Information Technology Specialist

Anne Arden is an Information Technology Specialist, supporting the firm’s technology infrastructure and ensuring seamless operations across platforms. She joined Burney Company in July 2023 as a Client Service Associate before transitioning to the Burney Analytical Group in 2025. Anne Arden leverages her background in client service and financial software to improve system efficiency and enhance the digital experience for both clients and advisors.

Anne Arden is originally from Jacksonville, FL, and moved to Arlington, VA in August 2022 with her husband. She graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Innovation, and currently holds the Series 65 license.

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 Lowell D. Pratt Jr., CFA

 President and Chairman

Lowell joined Burney in 1986, became a Portfolio Manager in 1992, was promoted to Director of Analysis in 1996, and became President in 2003. Lowell earned his Chartered Financial Analyst designation in 1989, has a BS in Finance and Economics from Virginia Tech, and an MS in Banking and Financial Management from Boston University. Lowell enjoys spending time with family and friends at Lake Anna, Virginia, and supports various charitable organizations supporting education for the disadvantaged and two local homeless shelters supporting single women and their children.

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 Michael J. Newman, JD

 General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer

Michael joined Burney in 2024 with over 30 years of experience as a securities enforcement attorney. He was a branch chief and trial counsel at the Securities & Exchange Commission, and a senior counsel with FINRA, where he oversaw and litigated significant disciplinary actions involving violations of the federal securities laws and FINRA rules, resulting in millions of dollars in fines and customer restitution. He began his career as an officer and judge advocate in the United States Air Force.

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 William A. Stewart

 Director of Operations; Treasurer

Bill joined the Burney Company in 1987 as an equity analyst and is currently the Director of Operations and Treasurer.

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 Wayne Ferbert

 Senior Managing Director, Burney Advisor Services

Wayne has spent his entire 30-year career in financial services. He founded Alpha DNA Investment Management to broaden the use of machine learning in the Hedged Equity space. He previously co-founded an RIA firm to specialize in risk-management strategies using options. Those founding principles grew out of the book Wayne co-authored, entitled Buy and Hedge, the Five Iron Rules for Investing Over the Long Term. 

Wayne spent 10 years in the online brokerage segment with TD Ameritrade. He managed Business Development as a member of the Senior Operating Committee—including M&A and Market Research—as well as ran Product Development. Previously, Wayne held planning & analytical roles at Fortune 500 insurance and banking firms.

 

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 Alex Kevorchian

 Portfolio Manager

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 Zachary Ellington

 Portfolio Manager

 Zach is a portfolio manager based in Athens, Georgia. He earned his B.A. in Financial Planning from the University of Georgia and joined The Burney Company in 2021 as an assistant, working his way into a portfolio management role. Zach brings a stewardship-minded approach to investing, combining research, strategy, and personal care to help families make wise, confident decisions with their wealth.

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 Hannah Sheldon

 Research Analyst

[Email](mailto:%20hsheldon@burney.com) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-sheldon-311a31130/)

Hannah joined The Burney Company in 2026. She earned degrees in Applied Economics and Accounting from Bryant University in 2020.

 

Hannah previously held roles in a variety of settings where she developed a robust set of quantitative, research, and analytical skills. She enjoys solving coding challenges and understanding the intricacies of financial markets.

![Hannah Sheldon headshot](https://burneyinvest.com/hubfs/Team%20Photos/Hannah%20Sheldon.jpg) 

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 Brayden Oswald, CFP®

 Director, Wealth Advisor

[Email](mailto:%20brayden@burneywealth.com) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/brayden-oswald-cfp/)

Brayden Oswald is a wealth advisor with Burney Wealth Management in the firm’s Nashville office. He works closely with clients to help turn financial goals into reality through thoughtful, comprehensive planning that considers every aspect of their financial life.

Brayden is a process-driven planner who enjoys simplifying complex financial decisions and presenting them in a clear, easy-to-understand way. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with nearly a decade of experience helping clients navigate important financial decisions with confidence. He earned his finance degree from Lipscomb University with a concentration in personal wealth management.

![Brayden Oswald headshot](https://burneyinvest.com/hubfs/Team%20Photos/Brayden%20Oswald%20headshot.jpg) 

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 Abi Johnson

 Tax Operations Associate

[Email](mailto:%20ajohnson@burneytaxadvisors.com) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigaeljohnson/)

 Abi joined Burney Wealth Management in 2026 after graduating from the University of Tennessee, where she earned a B.S. in Finance and an M.A. in Economics with a concentration in Financial Economics. As a Tax Operations Associate, she partners with the tax advisory and wealth management teams to deliver seamless workflows and client experiences.She lives in the Nashville area and in her free time, you can find Abi cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers, line dancing, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.

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 Erin Evans, CFP®, FPQP®

 Associate Wealth Advisor

[Email](mailto:%20eevans@burneywealth.com) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-evans-cfp%C2%AE-fpqp%C2%AE-06290b272/)

Erin joined the Burney Company in 2023 as a member of our client service team and now serves as an Associate Wealth Advisor in our Reston office. In her role, she assists the advisory team with financial planning, meeting preparation, and analysis. Erin takes pride in building strong, positive relationships with clients and providing clear communication to help clients feel confident and cared for every step of the way. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and holds her Financial Paraplanner Qualified Professional™ designation.

Erin graduated from James Madison University (Go Dukes!) in 2021 and has called Northern Virginia home for her entire life. Outside of work, she enjoys running, reading, going to concerts, and traveling to new places.

 

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 Michael Chagros

 Billing and Operations Associate

Michael Chagros brings more than 20 years of expertise in investment management billing and operations, backed by a diverse career spanning banking, marketing, and asset management.

A New England native and graduate of Bryant University with a degree in Finance, Michael began his professional journey at Citizens Bank, where he spent ten years in retail banking and product marketing. He later joined The Boston Company Asset Management (BNY) as a Marketing Manager before being tapped to support the firm's billing function, a move that would shape the next chapter of his career.

Combining a process-oriented mindset with a keen eye for detail, Michael developed deep expertise in investment billing and operational efficiency. Over the past two decades, he has served in leadership and specialist roles at prominent firms such as Wellington Management and Morgan Stanley, earning a reputation as a trusted resource and subject matter expert.

In 2026, Michael joined Burney as a Billing and Operations Associate following his relocation to Reston, Virginia.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys life in Reston with his husband, Jeff, and their Goldendoodle, Ethan.

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