You might have seen our Team Page with our full team lineup, showing us in the office setting, with the usual bios about backgrounds and roles. We wanted to show you who we are outside of the office and share a little about the personalities that make up our team.
We hope you enjoy getting to know us!
Up next: Clay Calhoun, Trading & Client Service. Watch this short video, where Clay talks about his role at Aptus.
Places I’ve Lived
Born and raised in Fairhope, AL. Attended The University of Alabama before moving back to Fairhope.
What I Listen To
Everything, but mostly Country from the 80’s and 90’s.
Food & Drink
Cast iron skillet fillets and an Old Fashioned.
Best Part of My Job
Learning how I can help our team and the advisors that we serve. Also getting to work alongside the Aptus crew — never a dull moment.
Nights & Weekends
Depends on the season. Winter/Fall- Fireside with friends and family or at the camp. Spring/Summer- Chasing turkeys or on a boat with the Family. Also enjoy landscaping as a hobby.
Favorite Trips
Snow-skiing out west with my wife, Courtney. Universal Studios with the Family.
Favorite Quote
Favorite Shows/Movies
Forrest Gump, Seinfeld, Christmas Vacation or any comedy.
See More Team Highlights
Derek Hernquist: Business Developments & Partnerships
Will Gardner: Advisor Transitions & Support
James Yahoudy, CFP: Strategic Consulting & Enterprise Relationships
John Luke Tyner, CFA: Portfolio Manager & Fixed Income
Beckham Wyrick, CFA: Portfolio Manager & Portfolio Reviews
Mark Callahan: Institutional Trading & Analytics
Matt McGowan, CAIA: Strategic Consulting
James Bai: VP of Product Management
John Goldsberry: Facilitator / Operations / Technology