As the Director of Financial Planning Services, Melissa’s goals are to help our clients live with more peace of mind and to empower the next generation of financial advisors at PYA Waltman. In addition to serving as an advisor, confidant and accountability partner to our wonderful clients, Melissa works with the PYA Waltman team to constantly improve our clients’ financial planning experience. She also spends a good deal of time coaching younger staff and pouring into the next generation through recruiting efforts. Melissa earned her Business Administration degree from Queens University of Charlotte and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®.
When she’s not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Jim, their daughter, Audra, and their goofy “pony” dog, Norman. Melissa also loves to travel, to be outdoors and to volunteer at her church. She is currently serving as the President of the Board for Harmony Family Center.
"Don’t let your happiness depend on something you may lose." - C.S. Lewis
This intimate novel tells the primary character's life story through her correspondence with others. Some letters she sends, some she doesn't, but she connects with others and herself most easily through writing. The reader is given the chance to piece her story, her struggles and her healing together with each subsequent piece correspondence. It's a pleasant and easy read, but with touching layers that I appreciated.
This book tells the untold (and almost lost) story of a woman who impacted modern medicine, perhaps arguably more than any other human. It also tells the story of her family - bringing awareness to the impact of her absence on their stories as well as the impact of the opacity of the medical research done on their mother. Beyond that, it opens our eyes to the ethically complex questions that exist within the medical research field. We can each thank Henrietta for the benefits her cells have had on our lives. I, personally, have her to thank for my children. To understand why, you need to read the book ;)
This thrilling true story details the exploits of Stéphane Breitwieser, one of the most prolific art thieves in history, who stole over 200 pieces of art across Europe. It delves into his motivations, techniques, and the eventual unraveling of his audacious crime spree.
Milton the Money Savvy Pup – Makes Saving a Habit by Jamie Bosee is the second book in the series teaching young readers important lessons about financial literacy in a fun and engaging way.
Milton the Money Savvy Pup – Brings Home The Bacon by Jamie Bosee is an educational children's book that follows the adventures of Milton, a money-savvy pup, who is learning to be smart with his money. Milton uses his money smarts to teach kids the basics of money and how to manage it wisely.
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel is a thought-provoking exploration of the psychological aspects that influence financial decisions, human behavior, and emotions that shape our relationship with money.
Switch by Chip Heath and Dan Heath is a book that explores how to make positive changes in one’s personal and professional life by understanding and influencing the factors that shape behavior. Readers are given practical applications for effective decision-making and change management
Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend helps you learn when to say yes and know how to say no in order to take control of your life and set healthy, biblical boundaries with your spouse, children, friends, parents, co-workers, and even yourself.
The Scars That Have Shaped Me by Vaneetha Rendall Risner is a memoir that shares the author's journey of finding hope and resilience in the face of profound suffering and loss.
A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis is a poignant exploration of the author's personal experience with grief after the death of his wife. Lewis’ writing gives a raw and honest reflection on the emotional and spiritual aspects of loss.
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