Born and raised in Columbus, Indiana, Andy grew up in a family built on two fundamentals: give to others, and be the best version of yourself. He and his wife, Laura, have carried those same values into raising their children, Harper, Emma Kate, Caroline, and Mack. Whether with family, clients or colleagues, Andy’s greatest sense of achievement comes from helping others reach their goals.

Andy earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Centre College and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Kentucky, later becoming a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor® (CEPA®), he helps business owners plan for what’s next, advising on business growth and exit strategy, personal financial planning and personal life planning beyond the business. The intentional pursuit of all three, Andy believes, is what allows business owners to live a more fruitful and fulfilled life.

For Andy, the work is more than a job. The combination of a service-based yet highly technical field of personal financial decision-making is both rewarding and challenging. As an early partner in Ballast, he continues to help shape the future of the firm.

Outside of work, Andy enjoys spending time outdoors and playing or following sports, and can often be found coaching his children’s soccer and basketball teams.

IN THE COMMUNITY — CURRENTLY
Committee Member, University of Kentucky MBA Advisory Council
Endowment Committee, Cathedral of Christ the King

PREVIOUSLY
Past Board Chair & Investment Committee Chair, Blue Grass Community Foundation
Past Board Member, Life Plan of Kentucky
Past President, Bluegrass Estate Planning Council
Past Pastoral Council, Cathedral of Christ the King
Past speaking engagements: Kentucky Dental Association, UK Gatton College of Business, Centre College Fall Forum, Rotary Club