EVOLVE ADVISOR GROUP - Key Persons
Parker Gerard began his career with Evolve Advisor Group as an intern in May 2015. He loved his intern experience so much so, that he decided to join the team full-time after graduating from the University of Central Florida (UCF).
Parker specializes in the private wealth management side of the firm and spends most of his time analyzing investments, creating financial plans, and servicing clients.
Parker graduated from UCF with his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Finance. He is a CFA charterholder and holds his 2-15 state insurance license as well as his Series 66 - Uniform Combined State Law, and Series 7 - General Securities Representative licenses.
Parker grew up in Naples, FL, but moved to Orlando in 2012. Outside of the office Parker enjoys fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family. He's also a member of the CFA Society of Orlando.
Job Titles:
- Financial Advisor
- Founder
- Owner
- President
Ryan Evans serves as the President, Founder, Owner, and Financial Advisor at Evolve Advisor Group (previously named Evans Financial Partners). He is dedicated to educating, coaching, and encouraging his clients on their path to financial freedom.
With over 22 years of industry experience, Ryan worked with Fortune 100 companies before opening his own practice in 2007. His prior occupational experiences in banking, retirement, estate planning, and wealth management allow him to provide comprehensive financial planning services to all his clients.
Ryan earned both his degrees from the University of Florida: a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing with a minor in Economics and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Securities Analysis.
In addition to being a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Ryan has a Health Insurance and Variable Annuities license with the State of Florida. He also holds several securities licenses including Series 7 - General Securities Representative, Series 6-Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative, Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law, and Series 66 - Uniform Combined State Law.
Outside of work, you'll find Ryan spending quality time with his wife, Ashli, and their four children: Chapman, Fuller, McCarron, and Addison. Ryan also enjoys coaching youth sports teams, traveling to the nearest lake, and golfing.
Job Titles:
- Advisor
- Client Service Administrator
Sammy Collins began his career with Evolve Advisor Group as the Client Service Administrator in January 2024.
Sammy is responsible for managing client inquiries, maintaining records, and providing administrative support. He is the main point of contact for clients, addressing needs promptly and professionally.
Sammy graduated from Florida State University with his Bachelor of Science in Business with a major in Finance. He holds his Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam as well as his Series 7 - General Securities Representative license.
Sammy grew up in Winter Park, FL and outside the office he enjoys golfing, spending time with friends and family, and watching his favorite Boston sports teams.