Whitlock Wealth

Our team provides financial experience focused on you and your goals. Together, we offer a breadth of knowledge, specialized advice and ongoing dedication to exceptional service.


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Advisors

Bennett Whitlock

CRPC

Private Wealth Advisor

Chief Executive Officer of Whitlock Wealth
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David Weinstein

CRPC

Financial Advisor

Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™
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Jason Partyka

CFP®

Financial Advisor

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner
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Amante Decastro

CFP®

Financial Advisor

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional
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David Harrell

Financial Advisor

Investment Specialist
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Shawn Thomas Franklin

Financial Advisor

Investment Specialist
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Team

Jeanne M. Turley

Jeanne M. Turley

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

Jeanne joined the practice in 2005 and holds over 20 years of industry experience with several broker/dealers. Jeanne works closely with the private client group and assists with requests and questions. She ensures that all business is processed quickly and accurately, and that all portfolio changes are made in accordance with client decisions.

Qualifications

  • Joined the practice in 2005.

  • Over 20 years of industry experience.

  • Jeanne is a notary public.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Answer general account questions.
  • Assists with financial plan data gathering and with Secure Site.
  • Schedules advisor appointments.
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S. Olivia Blackman

S. Olivia Blackman

Business Development Manager

Personal Intro

Olivia joined Whitlock Wealth in Fall 2020 and has over 20 years of experience in the banking and client service industry. As Business Development Manager, Olivia is the driving force behind all promotional and creative initiatives and assists with practice operations and client service.

Qualifications

  • Joined Whitlock Wealth in 2020.

  • Over 20 years of industry experience.

  • Fluent in French.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Responsible for all Whitlock Wealth promotional initiatives and events.
  • Assists with compliance of industry and company regulations and requirements.
  • Ensures all clients receive excellent service.
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Stephanie Martin

Stephanie Martin

Operations Specialist

Personal Intro

Stephanie joined the Whitlock Wealth team in 2021 and as Client Service and Operations Specialist, is often the first point of contact both in person and over the phone. Additionally, she manages several operational responsibilities within the practice.

Qualifications

  • BA in Sociology with Social Work Concentration Roanoke College.

  • Experience in Early Childhood Education and Tutoring.

  • Extensive community and volunteer experience.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Assists with scheduling appointments and basic account servicing needs.
  • Optimizes practice operations and ensures clear communication channels.
  • As office manager, Stephanie ensures the office is welcoming to clients and guests.
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Gayle G. Whitlock

Gayle G. Whitlock

Practice Manager,

Chief Financial Officer of Whitlock Wealth

Personal Intro

Gayle has worked in the practice since 2001 and holds more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. As Practice Manager and Chief Financial Manager, Gayle is responsible for a variety of financial and operational aspects of the firm.

Qualifications

  • More than 20 years of industry experience.

  • Over 12 years of experience as a Controller in the real estate industry.

  • BA in Business Administration from the University of Mary Washington.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Manages all financial operations of Whitlock Wealth.
  • Responsible for all compliance documentation.
  • Oversees the day-to-day operations of the practice.
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Robert Taylor Briscoe

Robert Taylor Briscoe

Investment Manager,

Financial Planning Analyst

Personal Intro

Taylor joined Whitlock Wealth in 2008 and holds more than twenty years of experience in the financial services industry as an investment manager and advisor. Taylor is a licensed financial services professional.

Qualifications

  • Series 7 and Series 66 accreditation.

  • Over 20 years of industry experience.

  • BS in Finance, Insurance, and Business Law from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Supports advisors in account growth.
  • Responsible for the oversight of many Ameriprise dashboards and tools.
  • Oversees advisor performance metrics.
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Eric Olson

Eric Olson

Investment Specialist

Personal Intro

Eric has over 40 years of experience with Ameriprise Financial and extensive experience in all areas of financial planning and advice. Eric enjoys travel and tending his beautiful gardens.

Qualifications

  • Over 40 years with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Ensures all clients receive exceptional client service
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Ike Elele

Ike Elele

Financial Planning Specialist

Personal Intro

Ike joined the Whitlock Wealth team in October 2024. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from the University of Maryland. Ike is an avid musician and dancer and teaches competitive ballroom and Latin Dance.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Ike supports the clients and advisors of Whitlock Wealth
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Michael Scanlan

Michael Scanlan

Financial Planning Assistant,

Intern

Personal Intro

Michael currently attends Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA where he is a Financial Planning major, with a minor in Pastoral Leadership. Michael assists with financial and investment analysis, as well as general operation support.

Qualifications

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