I was raised in rural Maryland. I attended Muhlenberg College, where I studied biology and natural science with the intention of becoming a doctor. I initially worked in the Biotechnology industry before transitioning to finances. I began working at Morgan Stanley which eventually merged with Smith Barney. During that time, I earned my Certified Financial Planner certification. After 17 years at the firm I decided that the business model I wanted to offer clients was not compatible with the large Wall Street model. I believed that the fee only model was the best way to deliver financial advice. I had like-minded partners in Mike Janvrin and Debbie D’Annibale and together we founded Atlas Wea