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President & Founder

David Nicholas

David Nicholas is the president and founder of Nicholas Wealth Management. David has been serving clients as a financial advisor for over 18 years. His most favorite title is husband and father. He lives in Marietta, Georgia with his wife Kristin and their 3 beautiful children, Isabella, Sophia and Luke.

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Financial Advisors

Team Members

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Cyndi Panian

Director of Client Services

Cyndi Panian
Director of Client Services

Cyndi joined Nicholas Wealth Management in 2020 as the Director of Client Services and holds various licenses including her Series 65, property and casualty, life, accident, and health insurance. A graduate of the University of West Georgia, she holds her Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership. Cyndi comes to Nicholas Wealth Management with nearly two decades of background knowledge in banking, insurance, sales, and human resources. Cyndi leads the Client Service and New Business teams and works with our CCO to ensure compliance in all areas.

Cyndi and her husband Bill reside in Douglasville. They have five children and one granddaughter who keep them busy with family events. Cyndi and Bill are enjoying being empty nesters with their two dogs Charlie and Rosco P. Coltrane. When Cyndi is not working, she enjoys cooking, playing tennis, training her dogs, and watching Survivor!

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Jared Chambers

Client Service Advisor

Jared Chambers
Client Service Advisor

Jared is the Client Advisor here at Nicholas Wealth Management. Jared joined Nicholas Wealth Management as Client Service Coordinator in 2021, bringing a range of experience from commercial real estate transactions to niche equity derivative strategies.

Jared is a registered Investment Advisor (IAR) and Insurance Agent, holding various licenses/designations such as: FINRA SIE & Series 65, State of Georgia Insurance Agent (Licensed for Life, Health, Accident, and Variable insurance), and a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt. Jared attended Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia. Jared was active in the Integrated Business Leadership Program and philanthropy during his time at KSU, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in business management with a minor in finance from the University’s Cole’s College of Business.

Recognizing that each client has unique needs before and throughout their retirement journey, Jared dedicates himself to holistically understand each client situation presented. He strives to provide a tailor-fit client experience through proactive annual reviews, execution of periodic retirement portfolio changes and updates, and assisting the client service team in responding to client inquiries in a timely manner. Jared’s mission is to ensure each client has a clear understanding of how their portfolio’s composition of investments and strategy align with their retirement goals.

Jared grew up in the Marietta area, and currently lives in Kennesaw. Outside of the office, you can find him enjoying the outdoors, entertaining one of his many hobbies, or combing through market research at home.

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Patty Curtis

Client Service Coordinator

Patty Curtis
Client Service Coordinator

Patty serves on the client service team at Nicholas Wealth Management. Patty comes to Nicholas Wealth Management with a background in the banking and mortgage industry, and a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership from the University of West Georgia.

Patty is a wife and mother of 3 kids; 2 sons and a daughter. She and her husband reside in Douglasville, Georgia after moving back to the states from Germany during his transition from the Army to a career in IT.

An avid baseball and newly minted soccer mom, Patty and her family can be found cheering on the Braves or Atlanta United in their spare time. Patty also loves singing in the choir and praising the Lord at Dorsett Shoals Baptist Church in Douglasville where she has been a member for the past 16 years. Patty feels immensely blessed to have become part of Nicholas Wealth Management and looks forward to cultivating great client service experiences.

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Tim Hart

Client Service Coordinator

Tim Hart
Client Service Coordinator

Tim joined Nicholas Wealth Management in 2023 as a Client Service Coordinator. Tim has a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Harding University. Tim has a diverse background including mortgage lending and e-commerce. Tim’s goal at Nicholas Wealth is to provide the best customer service for every client experience.

After growing up in North Texas, Tim now lives in Marietta, Georgia. When he is not in the office, you can find him playing basketball, making music, cheering on the Braves, or spending quality time with friends and family.

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Amanda Serafino

Client Service Coordinator

Amanda Serafino
Client Service Coordinator

Amanda joined the Nicholas Wealth Management team in 2023, as a Client Service Coordinator. Amanda holds licenses in life, health, accident, and sickness insurance. Amanda’s goal is to utilize her skills and her passion for people, to provide exceptional customer service to each and every client.

Amanda and her husband, Clint, moved from Greenville, South Carolina in 2022, now residing in charming Marietta. Amanda and Clint have an Australian Shepherd fur baby, Ginger, who is often found by their sides. As a family, they can often be found traveling, playing trivia, or cheering on Atlanta United FC.

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Ian Sears

Client Service Coordinator

Ian Sears
Client Service Coordinator

Ian joined Nicholas Wealth Management in the summer of 2023 as a Financial Planning Intern. After graduating from the University of South Carolina, he joined the team full time as a Client Service Coordinator. 

Ian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, equipping him with a deep understanding of economic data and trends. Ian has also obtained his Georgia Insurance Agent License for Life and Health Insurance. Ian’s client service philosophy is rooted in a passion for providing peace of mind and ensuring clients achieve their financial goals.

Ian attends Church of the Apostles with his wife, Talbott. In his free time, Ian loves to unwind by cooking and exploring new and interesting recipes from around the world. He also enjoys competing through golf and exploring the outdoors.

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Marcy Gilligan

Client Service Coordinator

Marcy Gilligan
Client Service Coordinator
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Louis Kondratev

Trading Associate - Client Services

Louis Kondratev
Trading Associate - Client Services

Louis joined Nicholas Wealth Management in 2020 as a Financial Analyst Intern, and joined the team full-time upon graduation. Louis has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Georgia Institute of Technology. He has a background of financial technology and wealth management. Louis seeks to provide clients peace of mind while providing excellent client service. Born in Michigan, Louis now resides in Woodstock, Georgia. He is fluent in Russian and is a first-generation American. When he is not in the office, you can find Louis going on hikes, reading, or playing volleyball with friends. Louis and his family attend Living Water Church where Louis has the joy of serving on the worship team.

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Madison Luck Gutierrez

Client Relations Manager

Madison Luck Gutierrez
Client Relations Manager

Madison joined Nicholas Wealth Management in 2018, first overseeing marketing campaigns and brand management. Now, as the Client Relations Manager, Madison is the first point of contact for potential clients. Her responsibilities include assisting the financial advisors with client management and overall client relations while cultivating an enjoyable client experience.

Madison is a graduate of Reinhardt University, where she received her bachelor’s in communication with a concentration in marketing. While there, she played for the Reinhardt’s women’s softball team where she achieved All-American honors for pitching and held four conference championships. Madison resides in Woodstock, GA with her husband, David, her daughters Ella and Millie, and their boxer Nala. On the weekends, they enjoy adventuring around Downtown Woodstock and having Taylor Swift dance parties.

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Laurel Loria

Executive Assistant

Laurel Loria
Executive Assistant

Born and raised in Atlanta, Laurel has lived in the West Cobb area for more than 30 years and now calls Kennesaw home. She holds a marketing degree from Georgia State University and is the proud mom to four children Anna, Lauren, Grace, and Asher. Laurel has worked in a variety of industries and held several roles throughout her career. Her goal is to provide a world-class experience for everyone who steps into our offices.

Laurel attends NorthStar Church. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, listening to live music at various venues in the Atlanta area, FaceTiming her oldest daughter, son-in-law, and grand puppy who live in Ohio, encouraging her two college-aged daughters, and watching her son play tennis.

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Amber Deal

Marketing Manager

Amber Deal
Marketing Manager

Amber joined Nicholas Wealth Management in 2022 as the Marketing Manager. Working with financial advisors for many years, Amber brings hands-on experience to Nicholas Wealth and enjoys creating memorable events for clients and prospects.

Amber holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Kennesaw State University and has worked in a variety of industries during her career but has concentrated in the financial services area. Amber and her family live in Kennesaw and can be found either at a little league baseball field, at Truist Park cheering on the Atlanta Braves, or spending time with friends and family.

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Ashlin Smith

Marketing Coordinator/ Team Lead

Ashlin Smith
Marketing Coordinator/ Team Lead

Ashlin began her journey with Nicholas Wealth Management in 2022 as an Operations Assistant Intern. After earning her B.B.A. in Marketing with a minor in Professional Sales from Kennesaw State University’s Coles College of Business, she transitioned into a full-time role as a Marketing Coordinator. Ashlin has since taken on the role of Marketing Team Lead, where she leads our team's projects and events. 

Married to her high school sweetheart, Ashlin resides in Cartersville, attends Crosspoint City Church, and in her free time, enjoys playing guitar, running, traveling, and spending quality time with friends and family.

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Natalie Harper

Marketing Coordinator

Natalie Harper
Marketing Coordinator

Natalie joined the Nicholas Wealth Management team in 2024 as a Marketing Coordinator, after graduating from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business with a degree in Marketing and a certificate in Personal and Organizational Leadership from the Terry Institute for Leadership Advancement. With experience in digital marketing and analytics, Natalie brings a creative edge to our social media and online presence.

A Douglasville native, Natalie now calls Atlanta home. When not immersed in the marketing world, she enjoys exploring the city’s vibrant music scene, staying connected to the UGA alumni community, and discovering Atlanta’s best hidden gem restaurants. If it’s a Saturday in the fall, you can be sure to find her cheering on the Dawgs!