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What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.

Who We Work With
As one of the top “sell-side” advisory teams at Janney, we work across the country with our Janney Bankers or strategic partners on buyouts/recaps/transitions. Our team’s advisory experience includes:BUSINESS OWNERS As a business owner, you’ve built something you care about – and you want to see it last. We understand. We’re well-versed in the challenges and opportunities before you. As your financial advisor, I can help you further define your own brand of success by giving you the confidence to focus on what you do best. For some, this means looking to sell their business down the road. For others, they have no interest in retiring … ever. But they want to be positioned to go to work because they love it, not because they have to. We’re here to offer customized investment recommendations for your personal financial matters and the needs of your business. Our team can help to manage your investment strategy and tax mitigation strategies, while helping to address key issues such as estate planning, generational wealth transfer and your philanthropic efforts. We can make recommendations in line with your tolerance for risk and your cash flow goals, and ultimately, help you ensure you're well positioned to leave a financial investment legacy. We’ve worked with many businesses over the last 25 years as they have navigated through the Investment banking and monetization process. We invite you to enjoy the confidence of knowing you have a singular and consistent source of financial recommendations – and more time to devote to growing your business EXECUTIVES & PROFESSIONALS: We work closely with professionals and can make recommendations to help them reach the next level – however they choose to define what’s next. Working with you as a partner in your success, we can take the time to understand your goals and help you address everything from asset protection and cash management, as well as strategies to protect your family and your legacy and, of course, your own retirement. As an executive, you spend your time and energy between the office, airport and home, with little to spare. You know your personal portfolio deserves that same level of dedication and high-level thought. With us as your partner, you can gain the confidence that accompanies having a path to your financial objectives. With our in-house Wealth Management resources, we can be part of a team of people that can make recommendations to executives on: Stock option planningRestricted stock and 83(b) electionsCashless stock option exercisesRule 144 executions10b5-1 sales plansHedging and monetization forconcentrated equity positionsShare repurchase programsCorporate cash managementRetirement programsNet unrealized appreciation In addition to our own experience and financial knowledge, we have access to all the resources of Janney Montgomery Scott, one of the country’s leading financial services firms. Best of all, you’ll enjoy the confidence of knowing you have a single, trusted source for financial recommendations – and more time to devote to growing your business and focusing on your future.

Complex Wealth, Simplified for the High Net Worth Investor
Simply put, your financial needs are far from ordinary. And, the greater your wealth, the more complex the needs, strategies, and solutions. That’s why we’re pleased to provide you with a differentiated experience—offering comprehensive capabilities, specialized support, and sophisticated resources for your complex needs.

Financial Planning
No matter where you are in life – we’re here to help you every step of the way. We have the knowledge and experience to analyze your current financial situation, and provide a personalized plan designed to meet your specific needs.
Community Involvement
We’re proud to support the communities we live and work in. We strive to connect with our communities in a meaningful way, bringing about positive change and helping to provide services and resources to help them thrive.

Jeff chairs & SWM supports the 2025 Atlanta Community Food Bank Full Course Classic
This spring, I was honored to serve as the Chair of the Atlanta Community Food Bank 2025 Full Course Classic where we set a fundraising record, helping those in the community who are experiencing food insecurity. Hope to see many of you next year! To learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/4kdfRb3

SWM Supports the 28th Annual Atlanta Women's Foundation Annual Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon
Our team was thrilled to attend The Atlanta Women's Foundation 28th annual Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon

SWM Supports The Atlanta Community Food Bank
A focused Board can make changes.
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.

Recent Event: Janney's Mid-Year Market Update
What’s next for the economy and markets?

Recent Event: Cybersecurity and AI Best Practices
The threat of cybercrime and identity theft looms larger than ever.

Recent Event: Holistic Financial Strategies for Business Owners: Build, Grow, and Transition
Did you know an estimated 65 to 80% of a business owner’s net worth is tied to their business?*
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
June 26, 2025

Bring Stability and Possibility to Your Life
You have financial goals. Do you have a plan to get there?
A thoughtful plan can help you navigate uncertainty, reach that milestone moment, and make confident financial decisions throughout your life.
Read more here: https://www.janney.com/wealth-management/education/all-education/detail/education/2025/05/15/financial-planning--bringing-stability-and-possibility-to-your-life
June 13, 2025

Congratulations to all of the ACG Fast40 Honorees! As a sponsor and member of this year's ACG Fast40 committee, it was a privilege meeting and interviewing many of the successful owners and executives honored last night. Our team looks forward to helping you continue your growth and success in 2025.
@ACGAtlanta @RickBallou @JordanCleare @JohnDean @CarolineBallou @Janney @TMCapital
#ACG #Fast40 #middlemarketgrowth #Janney
May 21, 2025

Janney's Mid-Year Market Update
What’s next for the economy and markets? Join our exclusive virtual presentation where Janney’s Investment Strategy Group shares its views on the economy and markets, inflation, monetary and fiscal policy, and what it all means for your portfolio strategy.
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.

July 2025 Quarterly Update
Well as they say, “there are books where the front and back cover are the best parts”. As we mentioned last quarter and throughout this quarter, the tariff headline was the catalyst to a needed correction and our portfolio strategies again would “weather the market storm”. We are pleased that all our clients maintained their gameplan and were rewarded for the quarter. The S&P 500 was up nearly 7%, the international index EAFE was up over 9% though, and fixed income AGG ETF was down nearly 1%. It was a “risk-on” quarter once the correction ended and now valuations in the U.S. markets look a bit frothy. Many factors will influence the next move to new highs in the markets…will the Fed cut rates in September? Will earnings for Q2 beat estimates? We continue to see value in diversification outside the tradition U.S. indexes and will appropriately share and allocate our value-added strategies into our Private Client portfolios. On side note, we continue to find higher yielding money markets, CD’s, and fixed income vs banks…just email us. Be on the look-out for our team videos coming out on social media! See here for more details on the 2nd quarter: Q2 Market ReviewSWM Team News:Jeff celebrated his birthday in Dublin Ireland with a group of good friends and clients. Clarke’s summer is off to a great start with a trip to Janney’s home office in Philadelphia to hear about new products and services coming soon for clients. He also spent some time at Lake Oconee with good friends and wrapped up the quarter with a birthday trip to Florida with Laura to celebrate turning 40.Kevin has been busy outside of the office coaching his kids at NYO in baseball and softball throughout the Spring and early summer months – in fact his daughter recently made the 8U All-Star team. Additionally, both of his kids just completed a stellar swim team season and were major contributors to the Capital City Club Waves championship season. His family also celebrated his daughter’s First Communion at Christ the King Cathedral with family and friends.Caroline and her family welcomed her 2nd nephew, Knox, in April of 2025. Disclosure: This is being provided solely for informational and illustrative purposes, is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The information provided here is taken from sources that we believe to be reliable but is not guaranteed as to accuracy or completeness. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice and do not consider the particular investment objectives, financial situation or needs of individual investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results, and future returns are not guaranteed. There are risks associated with investing, such as a loss of original capital or a decrease in the value of your investment. Employees of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC or its affiliates may, at times, release written or oral commentary, technical analysis or trading strategies that differ from the opinions expressed here.

April 2025 Quarterly Update
April 2025 Quarterly Update

January 2025 Quarterly Update
Friends, Coming into my 31st year as a Financial Advisor, market trends and opportunities begin to look similar as if I’ve read this book before. What a year we had in 2024 and very unexpected by most advisors and investors-we got a “soft landing” economically! I believe 2025 is shaping up to be a year of earnings growth, Fed cuts, and potential volatility, with a new but familiar administration in office. This could be the year of “active” managers, and we may see earnings accelerate. Time will tell and we will continue striving to meet your goals and our obligations to your as your trusted advisors. See here for more details on Q4: Market Review 2024SWM NEWS: Jeff and SWM were once again named to the CEO Roundtable at Janney, reflecting the top 15% of the company’s Financial Advisors. Jeff and Michele visited the island of Aruba over the holiday: Caroline spent time with family over the holidays and enjoyed cheering on the Dawgs in Q4. She is busy studying for her security licenses in Q1.Clarke and Laura enjoyed the holiday season by hosting family members for a memorable and excessively filling Thanksgiving celebration. This year, they also ventured into new territory by participating in a turkey trot—despite earlier promises to avoid such endeavors. Pictured below, they pause to rehydrate after their spirited effort.For Kevin, 2024 ended with a number of highlights for he and his family. Coaching his son’s first season of flag football all the way to the NYO semi-finals……Coaching his daughter’s NYO softball team and watching her being awarded team captain by her teammates. Holiday’s were filled with memories that last a lifetime.
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