Wayne is a managing partner and financial advisor in Savant’s Birmingham, AL office. He has a membership interest in Savant.
Wayne has focused his career on helping families and businesses establish thoughtful and unique financial plans reflecting their values and life goals. He walks with clients through complex life transitions with an eye toward preserving the legacy they want to create and pass on to the next generation. His experience includes significant time spent advising physicians and business owners.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Wayne is knowledgeable in all areas of financial planning, including wealth transfer and philanthropy, proactive income and estate tax planning, retirement cash flow projections, retirement income optimization, insurance needs analyses, debt management, and education funding.
Wayne has been involved in the financial services industry since 1988. He co-founded Bridgeworth Wealth Management in 2008 and served as a partner, chair of the Finance Committee, and member of the Investment and Steering Committees until Bridgeworth joined with Savant in 2023.
Wayne is a member of the Financial Planning Association of North Alabama. Forbes recognized him in 2022, 2023, and 2024 as a Best-in-State Wealth Advisor.
Wayne earned a bachelor of science degree in business from Auburn (AL) University.
Wayne is a member of Leadership Vestavia Hills and the Auburn Alumni Association, and he attends Auburn Community Church. Wayne and his wife Anna have two married children and one grandchild, and enjoy traveling, attending Auburn football games, and spending time with family.