Claire believes financial planning should feel clear, personal, and practical. As a Financial Advisor, she helps clients assess where they are, define where they want to be, and choose a path that supports the goals and experiences that matter most. Claire earned her B.S. from Liberty University in Finance, Financial Planning, and Economics, and she is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and Enrolled Agent.
When she is not meeting with clients, you can usually find Claire playing volleyball, reading for hours, or connecting with people around Knoxville. She serves on the finance committee at Sunshine Services, volunteers with sixth grade girls at Providence Church, and is involved with the Young Professionals of Knoxville. She and her husband, Evan, love exploring new places. Recent favorites include campervanning in Iceland, backpacking across Europe, and trekking through the rainforest in Costa Rica.
“You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read”
- Charlie Jones
If you love historical fiction with a strong female lead, rich detail, and a chilling mystery, The Frozen River delivers a powerful and unforgettable story. The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon is a gripping historical mystery based on the true story of Martha Ballard, an 18th-century midwife and healer in Maine. When a body is pulled from the icy Kennebec River, Martha is drawn into a dangerous investigation that challenges the limits of justice, truth, and a woman’s power in a male-dominated world. With her sharp mind and unshakable resolve, Martha uncovers secrets that others would rather stay buried.
If you're into warm, feel-good stories with a bit of mystery and a totally charming octopus, this one’s for you. Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt follows Tova, a lonely widow who takes a night job at an aquarium to keep busy. There, she strikes up an unexpected friendship with Marcellus—a brilliant, escape-artist octopus who might know more about her past than she does. As they each deal with loss in their own way, their bond slowly unravels the mystery of Tova’s missing son. It’s a quirky, heartfelt story about grief, hope, and the surprising connections that help us heal.
I couldn't put this book down: In Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah, a mysterious feral girl who emerges from the Washington wilderness, prompting child psychiatrist Julia Cates to return to her small hometown to uncover the child’s past. As Julia works to connect with the girl, she confronts her own professional downfall and mends her strained relationship with her sister, the local police chief. The novel explores trauma, redemption, and the power of love to heal even the deepest wounds. If you love emotional, character-driven stories with mystery and heart, Magic Hour is a compelling and unforgettable journey into the resilience of the human spirit.
Recounting the pioneering journey of the first six women astronauts selected by NASA in 1978, this book highlights their challenges, achievements, and contributions to space exploration. It captures their groundbreaking efforts in breaking barriers in a male-dominated field.
The Defining Decade by Meg Jay is a motivational book that explores the importance of decisions made in one's twenties and provides guidance on shaping a meaningful and fulfilling life during this formative period.
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