The People Who
Walk Beside You
Anita Hawks, CFP
Anita Hawks, Financial Planner
As a financial planner and educator, I help individuals and families bring clarity and confidence to their financial lives so they can live with intention—today and in the future. My work centers on understanding what truly matters to you, then designing a plan that aligns your resources with the life you want to experience. I believe in meeting people where they are, listening closely, and creating a warm, collaborative environment where you feel supported in every step of your financial journey.
My path into financial planning has been anything but traditional, but every step has shaped how I show up for clients. I earned my B.S. in Architecture from the University of Michigan, becoming one of the first African American women to graduate from the School of Architecture. That experience strengthened my problem‑solving skills and my appreciation for thoughtful, well‑designed structures—skills I now apply to building financial plans that are both resilient and purposeful.
I began my career with General Motors in manufacturing engineering, where I learned to blend precision with practicality. GM later sponsored my MBA at the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago, opening the door for me to ultimately pursue the profession I had envisioned since childhood: becoming a Certified Financial Planner™.
Today, in addition to working with clients, I teach CFP® courses for The University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Professional Education. Teaching allows me to translate complex financial concepts into real-life applications for CFP® candidates—something I also love doing with my clients.
Cindy Bermudez
Cindy Bermudez, Client Services Coordinator
For the past 11 years, I’ve been proud to be part of the Grace Lane family in almost every facet of the firm though primarily client services and operations. What I appreciate most is the sincerity with which we care for the people we serve. Working alongside a team that is passionate about its purpose makes every day meaningful. Whether I’m helping guide families through the Grace Lane process or simply offering reassurance during a stressful moment, I want everyone who reaches out to us to feel welcomed, supported, and confident they made the right call.
I grew up in a small town in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, just southwest of Philadelphia. In 2009, my family and I made the exciting decision to move to Austin, and we’ve happily planted our roots here ever since.
Before relocating to Texas, I spent many years working in admissions and student services within public charter schools, serving in both lead and director‑level roles. One of the most meaningful parts of that chapter was helping to launch a charter school, where I helped build programs focused on enrollment, family support, and student engagement. Throughout my career, I’ve always been drawn to people—to listening, connecting, and supporting them through important transitions—and that remains at the heart of the work I love.
Outside of work, my greatest joy is my family. My husband and I are the proud parents of four daughters who are now college graduates, building their careers, married, and blessing us with beautiful grandchildren. Watching our family grow has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life, and time with them remains at the center of everything I do.tinued in the industry and later joined Grace Lane in August 2025. Because I came from a similar firm culture, the transition was seamless. I was able to step into the work quickly and contribute to the team right away.
Cole Essman
Cole Essman, Client Services Specialist
As a Client Services Specialist at Grace Lane, I help ensure that every client experience is smooth, seamless, and supported with care. I manage the day‑to‑day processes that keep accounts moving—whether I’m coordinating new business, processing transfers, preparing paperwork, or assisting with service requests that arise along the way. My role is about follow‑through, accuracy, and communication. I enjoy being a dependable resource for both our clients and our advisory team, making sure details are handled well so clients can stay focused on the bigger picture of their financial lives.
I graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Business Finance. For more than five years, I’ve worked in financial planning and wealth management, supporting clients in areas such as investment management, retirement planning, and comprehensive financial strategies.
I began my career with a sister firm to Grace Lane in San Diego—which gave me a strong foundation in client service and operational excellence. After moving to Austin in early 2025, I continued in the industry and later joined Grace Lane in August 2025. Because I came from a similar firm culture, the transition was seamless. I was able to step into the work quickly and contribute to the team right away.
What drew me to Grace Lane Financial Partners is the firm’s commitment to serving clients with integrity and thoughtful guidance. I’m proud to be part of a team that values relationships just as much as results. Here, I have the opportunity to grow professionally while playing a meaningful role in delivering the high level of service our clients expect and deserve.
I was born and raised in San Diego, California, where I grew up surrounded by family, friends, and year‑round sunshine. At the beginning of 2025, my fiancée, Lauren, and I decided to make a big move and start a new chapter in Austin. We packed up our lives—along with our dachshund, Banks—and headed to Texas excited for new opportunities both personally and professionally.
Austin quickly began to feel like home. We’ve enjoyed exploring the city, discovering new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family whenever we get the chance to travel. Whether we’re planning a weekend getaway or simply checking out a new neighborhood café, we love finding new experiences together.
This season of life has brought a lot of growth and change, and I’m grateful to be building my career and community here. Being part of Grace Lane has made the transition even more rewarding. I’m energized by the work we do, the people I get to work alongside, and the clients we have the privilege to serve.
Greg Rychlik, CRPC, CASL
Greg Rychlik, CRPC, CASL
As Co‑Founder of Grace Lane and Director of Wealth Management, I get to do the work I genuinely love every day. Every client brings a unique story—where they’ve been, where they are now, and where they hope to go. My role is to help bring meaning to the space between those points. I manage our clients’ portfolios, ensure they’re positioned for the current economic environment, and help them prepare for any distribution or cash‑flow needs. Much of my day is spent talking with clients—on planning calls, answering questions, or simply checking in—and continually evaluating market data to understand how it impacts the families we serve. I’m grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside our clients and help them build purpose and joy into their financial lives.
My professional journey began at St. Edward’s University in Austin, where I attended as a scholarship athlete, captained the golf team, and graduated with honors with a BBA. While there, I was humbled to receive The Wall Street Journal Award for Academic Achievement. After college, I spent time in the technology sector before joining AXA Advisors in 2001 to begin my financial practice. In 2009, I transitioned to a general agency of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) through the Capital Strategies branch.
Over the years, I realized—alongside my business partner, Guy—that no one person can be the sole center of knowledge for a client. Experience teaches you how much more there is to learn. We chose to functionally align our roles within the partnership so each of us could specialize and elevate the quality of advice we provide. That decision became the foundation of Grace Lane, and it continues to guide how we serve.
Outside of the office, my life has been shaped in profound ways by love, loss, and renewal. I am proud to steward the Melanie Rychlik Foundation, created in memory of my late wife, Melanie, whom I tragically lost in a car accident in 2019. She had a remarkable heart for the underdog and was always rescuing something—people, animals, even plants. Supporting her passions made my life richer, and the foundation now carries forward that spirit by raising funds for causes that promote love, gratitude, and compassion in our community.
Losing Melanie was the hardest experience of my life and gave me a deeper understanding of grief and its impact on individuals and families. While it is a lesson I would never wish on anyone, it has given me the ability to support others walking through their own seasons of loss. Her perspective on living with no regrets continues to influence how I approach life and work. It reinforced for me that our focus cannot be solely on the future—tomorrow isn’t guaranteed.
When I’m not working with clients, you can usually find me outdoors—my personal version of zen. I love hunting, fishing, and enjoying the beauty of God’s creation. Bay fishing on the Gulf Coast is a particular favorite of mine. I enjoy the time with friends, the challenge of understanding how fish respond to changing weather patterns, and of course, the reward of a fresh catch. I’ve also been a die‑hard Nebraska Cornhusker fan since childhood—despite having no real connection to Nebraska—along with enjoying golf, competitive tennis, and time with family.
In May 2024, I married Melissa Baum, and I’m grateful every day for the life we are building together. Melissa and I are Partners at Austin Ridge Bible Church, where we enjoy volunteering, studying Scripture, and growing in our faith as a couple. We also share a passion for travel and golf.
Life has taught me to appreciate each day, invest deeply in the people I love, and pursue both personal and professional fulfillment with intention. Those lessons guide how I live—and how I serve the families who trust Grace Lane with their stories.
Guy Draper, CPA, PFS
GUY DRAPER, CPA*, PFS
I help individuals and families navigate the financial decisions that shape their lives. My work centers on understanding who people are—their stories, transitions, goals, and the meaning behind their money choices—so that together we can build plans that reflect what truly matters to them. Rather than focusing solely on retirement or investment outcomes, I focus on the person at the center. I want to know where someone grew up, how money influenced their early years, what drives their current decisions, and what still sits on their bucket list. My role is to bring clarity, strategy, and accountability so clients can live their best lives while making wise, informed financial choices. It’s deeply fulfilling work, and I feel fortunate every day to do it.
My path to this work began with a BBA in Accounting from Lamar University in 1990, followed soon after by becoming a Certified Public Accountant. For more than a decade, I had the privilege of working inside large, publicly traded companies during seasons of intense transition—bankruptcy restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, and even an initial public offering. These experiences gave me a strong foundation in the mechanics of business, the consequences of financial decisions, and the importance of careful planning.
In 2003, I transitioned into financial planning, where I found the professional alignment I had been seeking. I deepened my technical training by completing the AICPA’s experience, education, and exam requirements to become a CPA/PFS, one of the most respected designations in personal financial planning.
Most recently, Greg and I completed the graduate‑level Certificate of Life Centered Planning through Texas Tech University. That program strengthened our ability to help clients uncover their motivations, navigate financial behaviors, and make decisions that support the lives they want to lead—reinforcing our belief that people, not assets, are the heart of good planning.
Before co‑founding our current practice, I built a solo firm over the course of a decade. In time, I was recruited by MetLife to participate in their workplace financial literacy program. That’s where I met Greg. After bonding over a Smashburger in the Newark airport, we teamed up to co‑teach the courses, and our combined client base quickly outgrew what either of us had built alone. We realized that clients would be best served if we aligned our work around our strengths. With my background in accounting and tax, I focused on strategy and planning, while Greg—ever the researcher and hedger of bets—leaned into asset allocation and wealth management. It allowed us to offer broader, more specialized support to the people who entrust us with their financial lives.
My personal story is rooted in family and in the quiet places that help me stay grounded. My wife, Jennifer, and I met on a church youth trip in junior high. We started dating at 15 and married in our early twenties. Our son, Jedediah, arrived when we were 30, and we eventually settled into a small farmhouse in the Cat Hollow Creek Valley, tucked between Willie Nelson’s golf course and Lake Travis.
By 40, no more children had come, so we became licensed to foster with the intent to adopt. Soon after, we received a call: a newborn girl in South Austin Hospital needed a family. We walked into the nursery and met Olive‑Anne. Nine months later, her adoption was complete.
We kept our foster license, not knowing what might come next. Then one day, Child Protective Services called about an emergency placement for a little girl the same age as Olive‑Anne. The next afternoon, she was sitting on our living room floor. Jed looked at her and said, “She’s beautiful. I hope we get to keep her.” Two years later, we were able to adopt Lottie.
We’ve now lived in our little home for over 25 years. Jed is grown, and the girls are graduating high school. Jennifer has been a master of making small spaces work for big love. This chapter is changing, but we’re grateful for every season it held.
When I’m not working, you’ll likely find me in the wilderness. I’m passionate about wild places and self‑propelled journeys—trail running, canoe trips, and long, quiet stretches of untouched landscape. Most recently, I spent two weeks paddling the Egaksrak River from the Brooks Range to the Arctic Ocean. Immersing myself in that rhythm—paddling, navigating, filtering water, preparing food, pitching shelter, repeat—in thin places where my soul connects deeply to the creator and the creation, restores me. I always return home a better husband, dad, and advisor.
My magnum opus, however, is the life Jennifer and I have built together over so many years. We fell in love as children, grew up and grew old together and that is pretty special. We have many interests but mostly we enjoy simple things, being at home, coffee in the morning, draped in our pets.
*Licensed but not practicing.
Jeff McCrary
Jeff McCrary, Financial Advisor
I believe financial planning works best when it begins with people—their stories, their priorities, and the life they envision for themselves and those they love. At Grace Lane, I focus on supporting clients as they navigate meaningful decisions, ensuring their playbooks are carried out with clarity and intention. My role allows me to blend thoughtful planning with ongoing partnership, helping individuals and families make choices that align with what matters most to them. As I continue to grow as a life‑centered financial planner, I’m energized by the opportunity to contribute to a service model that reflects the same vision I hold for my own practice: empathetic guidance, clear communication, and a commitment to long‑term well‑being.
Before joining Grace Lane, I spent more than two decades in education and athletics at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School. I began as an Algebra I teacher and assistant basketball coach before being named Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach in 2006—a role I held for 15 years. Along the way, I served as Assistant Athletic Director for nine years and later as Director of Athletics and Physical Education for another nine years. Those years shaped my leadership style and reinforced my belief in the power of strong relationships, consistent preparation, and values‑driven decision‑making.
During my time at St. Andrew’s, I was honored with the Lucy Collins Nazro Faculty Service Award in 2022, and at the end of my tenure, the Athlete Award presented at graduation was named in my honor—an incredibly humbling moment.
Beyond campus, I was elected by my peers in 2018 to serve as President of the Southwest Preparatory Conference Athletic Directors. For five years, I helped lead the Conference through a significant realignment process and the complexities of the COVID‑19 pandemic—experiences that deepened my appreciation for thoughtful collaboration and steady leadership.
Most recently, I began building my own financial planning practice as a sole practitioner contracted through Capital Strategies, where I was recognized as their 2024 Rookie of the Year. That experience affirmed my desire to work in a model centered on meaningful client relationships—one of the many reasons Grace Lane felt like the right fit.
I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2003, and Austin has been home ever since. My wife, Melissa, and I were married in 2006, and we now live in Buda with our two sons, Houston and Barrett. Whether coaching, teaching, or planning, my work has always been grounded in helping people grow toward the futures they imagine. That same purpose guides me today at Grace Lane, where I’m grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside families as they plan intentionally and live wholeheartedly.
Jennifer Draper
Jennifer Draper, Marketing and Client Communications
At Grace Lane, I lead our marketing efforts while also supporting the administrative side of our new-client onboarding process and financial education programs. That variety allows me to truly get to know our clients, which gives my work deep meaning and purpose.
One thing that’s consistent across our entire Grace Lane team is that we genuinely care. We work hard because we want the very best for the people we serve. We treat our clients like a favorite aunt or cousin — we’ll celebrate them warmly, and we’ll also lovingly point out the “spinach in their teeth” when needed.
My professional journey began in college when a family friend helped me secure a position at a personal injury law firm. I started by answering calls from individuals who had seen our advertisements and were seeking help. From the very first day, I was captivated by the stories, the emotion, and the opportunity to support people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
I’ve always had a heart for the underserved and a strong belief in standing up for what’s right. That work opened my eyes to new realities while deepening my respect for resilience and advocacy.
Over time, I advanced from receptionist to legal assistant, working alongside several attorneys across Texas. During those years, my husband, Guy, and I made what we like to call our epic journey from Beaumont to El Paso before ultimately putting down roots in Austin.
I stepped away from my career for a season to raise our family, and once our two youngest were in school, I began helping Guy in the office. That transition opened the door to new opportunities, leading me to serve as Marketing Coordinator at Capital Strategies. In that role, I supported more than 100 advisors, primarily assisting them in leveraging MassMutual’s marketing tools and programs to grow their practices.
I loved watching Guy and Greg build and grow their practices together, and I knew I wanted to be part of whatever came next. In late 2019, we began bringing to life a vision that had been forming for years — a next-level, life-centered approach to financial planning — Grace Lane Financial Partners.
Guy and I have been married since the summer of 1988. I married a CPA, but for some reason, between the two of us, we can never calculate the number of years accurately. Last year, at our niece’s wedding, they played the dance game to see who had been married the longest. The dance went on until it was just us and another couple. We won, but as we retold the story later, we realized we had counted wrong, and the other couple had actually been married a few months longer than us.
We have three beautiful children, two of which we adopted through foster care. It has been a wonderful and wondrous journey teaching us that life is not a straight line. This was not a mission or a ministry for us, though obviously it was a beneficial experience as we filled our home with children. But it was also beneficial by giving us the opportunity to experience a part of our society that we otherwise would not have.
We had the opportunity to care for and love on not only children that were in a hard place, but also their parents. It is such a huge need in our community, in our country. In all, it took about three years from the start through to the adoption of our second daughter, Lottie. Those were years that we felt like we were really living and giving back with our hands and feet. And, in the end, just look what we came away with. We are so blessed.
Our son Jed is an adult now, our oldest. He is laid back and caring, like Guy, but also passionate about injustice, like me. He is really creative and bright and is a talented writer. Olive-Anne is eighteen. She’s energetic, curious, and contagiously happy. She is learning to manage her autism as she entertains and sometimes frustrates with her wonderful quirkiness. Lottie is only five weeks younger than Olive-Anne. They are artificial twins, same-age sisters with different biological parents. Lottie is a musician and plays bassoon and saxophone in the Lake Travis Cavalier Band. She is wise, soft-spoken, and independent.
I really enjoy design. Much of my spare time is spent looking at and reading about design ideas. My favorite is Bunny Williams. I like to try things. The interior of our home is like a palette for me, that I continue to paint and change. One of my most notable projects was an art table for our girls. We had a raw pine slab dining table with thick, heavy legs. I painted the table white and sawed half the length off of each leg. When Guy came home, there was no dining table but the girls were happily sitting in little chairs drawing and coloring.
I also enjoy thrift shopping. It is a treasure hunt for me. I come home victorious when I make a great find. Of all of the fantastic events that we have in Austin, my favorite is the Settlement Home Garage Sale that benefits The Settlement Home for Children. One of my most memorable finds was a bolt of Schumacher fabric for $50. I brought it home and made curtains for our bedroom.
Jens Busch, JR
Jens Busch,JR – Partner
As a financial planner, I help individuals and families bring clarity, direction, and confidence to their financial lives. My work centers on building comprehensive, thoughtful plans that evolve with clients over time. I believe disciplined planning is the foundation of financial independence, and I strive to guide clients with steadiness and transparency—especially during turbulent markets and uncertain moments. My goal is to ensure every client understands where they are today and where they’re headed so they can make decisions with purpose.
My professional journey began on October 19, 1987—Black Monday. It was the day I received my securities license and the day the markets experienced the largest single‑day correction in history. That moment shaped me profoundly. I learned early on to stay objective when emotions run high, to tune out daily market noise, and to remain focused on long‑term outcomes.
Over the years, I’ve watched the financial landscape evolve dramatically: the rise of the internet, the acceleration of misinformation, the increasing complexity of investment products, and the reminder—through events like COVID—that life can change without warning. Through it all, my approach has remained consistent: help clients navigate uncertainty with clarity and protect the wealth they have worked to build.
After 38 years as a solo practitioner, I also realized the importance of planning not just for my clients’ financial futures but for their continuity of care. My responsibility includes ensuring they are always supported, no matter what. After exploring succession options, it became clear that merging my practice with Grace Lane Financial Partners was the right next step. I had collaborated with the Grace Lane team over several years and found our philosophies closely aligned—our shared commitment to ethics, and a disciplined planning approach made the decision natural.
At Grace Lane, I continue serving clients as I always have but now with a strong support team and expanded resources behind me. I look forward to introducing clients to a firm that reflects the same values that have guided my career.
Beyond my professional life, my personal story has shaped who I am just as meaningfully. I met my wife, Suzie, in 2002 at Fadó, an Irish pub in downtown Austin, on a blind date arranged by a mutual friend. We’ve been together ever since, and she continues to inspire me. Suzie spent her career teaching high school English at Del Valle ISD before retiring nine years ago, and I’ve always admired her dedication to her students.
I love cooking for Suzie and for our friends, drawing inspiration from chefs like Jacques Pépin, Pati Jinich, and Gina Homolka of SkinnyTaste. I’m willing to attempt any dish at least once—even my disasters usually turn out edible. For us, sharing a meal is a way to slow down, connect, and enjoy good company, something I believe the world doesn’t make enough time for anymore.
Soccer has also played a meaningful role throughout my life. I grew up in London as a Chelsea FC supporter and attended hundreds of matches before immigrating to Texas in 1977. After a serious car accident ended my ability to play, I stayed connected to the sport through service. I volunteered for many years with the Austin Municipal Soccer Association, eventually becoming its president, and later served as vice president of the Texas State Soccer Association. That work was noticed by the United States Soccer Federation and I was asked to be a part of the team to pursue the bid for the USA to host the 1994 FIFA World Cup, which was successful—an experience I remain very proud of.
Later, I founded the Austin Blues, the Chelsea FC Supporters Club in Austin, creating a community long before watching live matches was easy. Through that club, I began organizing annual charitable drives supporting It Starts With Soccer, a nonprofit that uses soccer clinics to promote education for underserved children in Africa. Their work—building schools, orphanages, and agricultural projects—reminds me of the unique power of sport to bring people together.
Suzie and I live in Southwest Austin. We don’t have pets or children, but we’re happily spoiling her new grand‑nephew. Our life is grounded in family, community, and the joy of helping others—values that guide both my work and my relationships every day.
Marc Colby, J.D., CLU, CHFC
Marc Colby, Financial Professional
In my role at Grace Lane, I focus on championing the concept of Return on Life and supporting clients through the Grace Lane process. After decades in leadership, I understand how important trust, clarity, and thoughtful guidance are, and I take great pride in being an advocate for our clients. Sitting beside them, helping them ask the right questions, and ensuring they fully understand the concepts behind their decisions is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do.
My professional path spans more than 50 years in the financial services industry. I earned a business and economics degree from the University of Kansas and a law degree from Washburn University School of Law. Over the course of my career, I served as Managing Partner for firms in both Wichita, KS, and Austin, TX, gaining deep insight into how meaningful planning can shape lives. I also spent many years serving on the Board of Directors for the American Red Cross, and being named their National Volunteer of the Year in 2004 remains one of the greatest honors of my career.
Now mostly retired, I treasure every moment spent with our four adult children, their spouses, and our nine grandchildren. Family has always been at the center of my life. After 14 years in Austin, Shelley and I returned home to Wichita to be close to her parents during their later years. Their long lives, and now their passing, have been powerful reminders of why this is all so important—because the quality of the time we have, and the way we choose to spend it, is everything.
I’m grateful to continue this work with Grace Lane, where creating space for people to live intentionally and confidently is at the heart of everything we do.
Melissa Rychlik
Melissa Rychlik, Business Resources Associate
My journey began in Wisconsin, but Texas has been home since 1986, when I moved to study Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. That experience set the foundation for how I approach life: with discipline, creativity, and a love for solving problems.
After graduating, I moved to Houston and spent much of my career with Igloo Products and K‑Tec Electronics (Suntron), where I focused on product engineering and manufacturing processes. I loved the energy of building and improving things and eventually continued my education by earning an MBA from Houston Christian University. That chapter led me back to Austin, where I joined Dell in business process improvement and served as a departmental leader for work/life balance—something I’ve always cared deeply about.
Family is the anchor of my life. My son, Lukas, is launching his career in Houston after graduating from Baylor, and I couldn’t be prouder of him as he considers his next big step, possibly law school. My extended family—two sisters and six nieces and nephews—keep life full and joyful, and we spend as much time traveling together as possible.
Outside of work I love to play tennis, pickleball, and golf. Cooking is also a passion of mine which gives me a creative outlet to explore flavors from everywhere and test them on my husband, Greg.
Greg and I were married in May of 2024, and our story always makes me smile. Our tennis friends knew before we did that we were the match we both needed. God has a way of revealing the right things at the right time and I’m grateful every day for the life we are building together.
Travis Cloud
Travis Cloud, Financial Planner
As the Director of Financial Planning at Capital Strategies, supporting Grace Lane, my days are filled with conversations—listening, learning, and helping families gain clarity about the life they want to live. I spend much of my time in meetings with clients and advisors, assessing their needs, building strategies, and translating complex financial concepts into practical, meaningful guidance.
I’m driven by a desire to help people make wise, confident financial decisions—choices that reflect their values and free them to live more intentionally. I believe planning is most powerful when it connects every area of someone’s life, and I work hard to help clients understand how one financial decision affects the others.
My journey into this profession began with a simple but strong desire: to help advisors build healthy, efficient practices and clients build healthier, more efficient financial lives. I discovered early on that I loved creating clarity out of complexity—organizing decisions, identifying patterns, and helping people understand how each piece of their plan supports the whole. Over time, that evolved into a passion for equipping advisors with tools, processes, and strategies that help them serve families at the highest level.
I earned my BBA in Finance from The University of Texas at Austin, a place that shaped not only my education but also my love for the Austin community. My professional path has allowed me to work closely with individuals, families, and advisory teams, always with the same intention: to make the planning experience more thoughtful, more efficient, and more personal.
Outside the office, life is full, active, and centered around the people I love. My wife Kristy and I have made South Austin our home since 2010, and together we’re raising our two kids, Connor and Reagan, with the hope that they grow into curious, kind, and grounded human beings. We love exploring the world—through travel, outdoor adventures, or weekends spent camping or hiking. Sports have always been a big part of my life, and these days you’ll often find me on a pickleball or tennis court, or playing volleyball or ultimate frisbee with friends.
I’m also a die‑hard Texas Longhorn football fan and a loyal supporter of the Green Bay Packers. Whether we’re traveling, cheering at a game, or spending a slow day together in Austin, what matters most to me is creating memories with my family and our circle of close friends.
At the end of the day, I love what I do because it allows me to help people live more intentionally—making meaningful choices with their money so they can spend more time doing what they love with the people they love. That’s what planning is all about to me, and it’s why I’m grateful every day to be part of the Grace Lane family.
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