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.



Our advisors

Michael Hancock

CFP®, JD

Private Wealth Advisor

Chief Executive Officer of OakHeart Financial Group
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Joseph Feola

CFP®

Private Wealth Advisor

Chief Financial Officer of OakHeart Financial Group
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Kristen Hardy

CFP®

Private Wealth Advisor

Chief Operating Officer of OakHeart Financial Group
Learn more about Kristen Hardy Visit Kristen Hardy's website

Edwin Yowell

APMA

Financial Advisor

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Laura Pittman

CFP®, BFA, APMA, CMFA®

Financial Advisor

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Erik Ott

CFP®, APMA

Private Wealth Advisor

Learn more about Erik Ott Visit Erik Ott's website

Shane Feist

APMA

Financial Advisor

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Davis Boyd

APMA

Financial Advisor

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Tim J McClurg

ChFC®, CLU®, CEPA®

Financial Advisor

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Caroline Dominguez

APMA

Financial Advisor

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Alexander Damm

APMA

Associate Financial Advisor

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Our team

Stacy Higgins

Stacy Higgins

Operations Director

Personal Intro

  • BS in Business Administration, Longwood University ‘99
  • Parent of two children, Christopher and Elsie
  • I love to travel, play outside with my kids, try new wineries, read, knit, yoga and enjoy the sunset at my house!

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Ongoing office management.
  • Oversees all bookkeeping and payroll.
  • Facilitates strategic goal planning.
  • Available for client questions.
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Holly Tomski

Holly Tomski

Business Development Manager

Personal Intro

  • Masters of Education Elementary - University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
  • Frequent soccer carpool driver and sideline cheerleader for my 13 year old child.
  • I love running as much as possible, finding new ways to play outside, visiting local wineries and traveling to new places.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Promotes client engagement through virtual and in person event coordination.
  • Curates social media content to provide connection and value to our community.
  • Facilitates community service opportunities, donations and sponsorships aligned with OakHeart Financial Group's mission and core values.
  • Available for client questions.
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David De La Ree Valencia

David De La Ree Valencia

Investment Specialist

Personal Intro

  • David grew up in Blacksburg, VA and now lives in the Fan in Richmond.
  • In his spare time, David enjoys being outdoors, riding his bicycle, spending time with friends and family, and attending live music events.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Applied Economic Management from Virginia Tech with a concentration in Financial Planning.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Daily trade requests.
  • Investment research, analysis and recommendations.
  • Rebalancing of portfolios.
  • Available for client questions.
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Charlene Pham

Charlene Pham

Financial Planning Specialist

Personal Intro

  • Graduated with a B.A. in Economics from the University of Virginia• From Fairfax, VA
  • In my free time, I like to spend time with my family and friends, play golf and pickleball, and try new restaurants
  • I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, lifting weights, and reading.
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Helen Bilodeau-Kielbasa

Helen Bilodeau-Kielbasa

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • B.A. in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences specializing in Gerontology and Social Work, University of South Florida.
  • Married to Jody with three children: Camille, Luke and Juliet.
  • I love reading, walking, cooking, eating, traveling and spending time with my family.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendations.
  • Available for client questions.
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Emma Gordon

Emma Gordon

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • Graduated from Wichita State University in 2015 with a B.A. in Art History.
  • Currently living in Lynchburg, VA with husband, Michael and two sons, Jacob and Allan.
  • In my free time, I enjoy baking, hiking, gardening and watching St. Louis play baseball!”

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendations.
  • Available for client questions
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Will Elvgren

Will Elvgren

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, Christopher Newport University 2021
  • Born and raised in Charlottesville, VA
  • Will enjoys running, hiking, mountain biking, and trying new restaurants in his free time

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendations.
  • Available for client questions.
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Jared Ankersen

Jared Ankersen

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • Graduated from Christopher Newport University in May 2022 acquiring my B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.
  • I am from Stafford, Virginia
  • In my free time, I enjoy working out, cooking new recipes, hiking, and listening to music.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendations
  • Available for client questions
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Stowe Graham

Stowe Graham

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • Graduated from James Madison University in 2019 with a B.S. in Economics
  • I was raised in Waynesboro, VA and currently reside there with my partner, Jennifer.
  • In my free time I enjoy snowboarding, playing basketball and listening to music.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendations.
  • Available for client questions.
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Whitney Tillman

Whitney Tillman

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • Graduated from University of Virginia in 2014 with a B.A. in Psychology and graduated from Liberty University in 2018 with a M.S. in Criminal Justice, Public Administration.
  • Born and raised in Virginia and recently bought my first home with my spouse.
  • Enjoy spending time and visiting new places with friends and family, walking trails, visiting wineries, and engaging in creative planning.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendations.
  • Available for client questions.
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Connor Brown

Connor Brown

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • Graduated from James Madison University in 2023 with a BBA in Finance and Economics.
  • From Staunton, Virginia
  • I enjoy playing basketball and football, hiking, running, and spending time with my family, friends, and pets.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Participate in data gathering and client meeting preparation.
  • Maintain compliance records and digital file organization.
  • Processes paperwork.
  • Available for client questions.
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Shatae Nelson

Shatae Nelson

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Entrepreneurship, Virginia Commonwealth University 2015
  • Grew up in tri-state area (D.C., MD, VA) and now live in North Chesterfield, VA
  • Enjoys cooking, playing chess, lounging with her dogs, traveling, and spending time with family & friends

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendation.
  • Available for client question.
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DaJohn Duplessis

DaJohn Duplessis

Client Relationship Manager

Personal Intro

  • BA in Sociology, California State University, Long Beach
  • Born in New Orleans, Louisiana and raised in SoCal, where I currently reside
  • Enjoys spending time with family, trying new restaurants, shopping, creating new Pinterest boards, and attending concerts

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Liaison to your advisor providing comprehensive client service and implementation of advisor recommendations.
  • Available for client questions.
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Bryan Hancock

Bryan Hancock

Operations Specialist

Personal Intro

  • B.F.A. in Film, University of Southern California.
  • Former Triathlete
  • I enjoy reading, exercising, and walking my two bernedoodles.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Day-to-day operations, facilities management, and technology.
  • Record managements and practice reporting.
  • Assists with human resources, payroll and bookkeeping.
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Stephanie Denholm

Stephanie Denholm

Marketing Specialist

Personal Intro

  • Holds a BS in Elementary Education from Longwood University
  • Lives in Richmond with husband Kyle, daughters Mackenzie and Hailey, and fur baby Roxy.
  • In her free time she loves watching her daughter's activities, running, playing in the great outdoors and traveling as much as possible.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Supports business development and marketing initiatives to include event coordination, communications, client appreciation, website updates and social media management.
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Tammie Broaddus

Tammie Broaddus

Client Service Coordinator

Personal Intro

  • B.A. in Economics and B.A. in Political Science, Mary Washington University.
  • Mother to three - Sophie (Director of Business Development, Optum), Will (Brewing Operator at Molson Coors, Anne (fifth grade teacher).
  • I enjoy sporting events, music, reading, and the outdoors.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Manages team practice calendar.
  • Client appointment scheduling and email/text/phone reminders.
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Betsy Hancock

Betsy Hancock

Administrative Assistant

Personal Intro

  • B.S. in Nursing, Salisbury University
  • Married Michael in 1989 and we have 3 grown children: Erik, Bryan & Kelly
  • After a 23 year career as a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse, I retired in 2006 to manage the home and family.
  • In my free time I enjoy traveling, running, hiking, reading, wine tasting and spending time with family and friends.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Calendar management for business travel.
  • Coordinates travel reservations.
  • Team practice hospitality.
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Patrice Hester

Patrice Hester

Client Service Specialist

Personal Intro

  • I was born and raised in Charlottesville, VA.
  • In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and hanging out with our beta fish, Ben
  • I enjoy reading, shopping, traveling and waterfall hikes
  • Despite living in VA my whole life, my favorite football team is from Texas!

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Provide office hospitality.
  • Answer door, client phone and client calls.
  • Manage Advisor Email Inbox
  • Assist with the day-to-day operations, facilities management, and technology.
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Robyn Ross

Robyn Ross

Intern

Personal Intro

  • I am currently a third year student at UVA and plan to graduate with a BS in Chemistry and a BA in Economics
  • I spend most of my free time in the gym and am a competitive powerlifter.
  • I am from Burke, VA

Qualifications

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Create graphics for social media posts.
  • Maintain compliance records and digital file organization.
  • Tracks and reports website analytics.
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Shiloh Gelnett

Shiloh Gelnett

Intern

Personal Intro

  • I am a second year at the University of Virginia, and I am majoring in Economics and Statistics.
  • I am from Loudoun County Virginia.
  • In my free time I enjoy weightlifting, snowboarding, and reading.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Maintain compliance records and digital file organization.
  • Processes paperwork.
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Jacob Butler

Jacob Butler

Intern

Personal Intro

  • Junior at Virginia Tech studying both Financial Planning & Wealth Management and Accounting
  • In my free time I enjoy playing golf, spending time with family and friends, and watching sports

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Maintain compliance records and digital file organization.
  • Processes paperwork.
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Grace Wagner

Grace Wagner

Intern

Personal Intro

  • I am a Sophomore at Virginia Tech studying both Finance Investment Management and Commercial Real Estate.
  • In my free time I enjoy playing field hockey, lacrosse, shopping, and painting.
  • I can play up to 6 instruments, including the accordion.
  • I am from Midlothian, VA.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Maintain compliance records and digital file organization.
  • Processes paperwork.
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