I was born and raised in the Florida Panhandle, under the roar of the Blue Angels in Pensacola. My introduction to the world of finance came unexpectedly after an episode of Shark Tank, when my grandparents challenged me to look into how stocks in businesses grow over time because I asked a simple question, “What are the ‘Sharks’ buying”? As someone who always had an entrepreneurial spirit, whether it was mowing lawns or washing cars in my neighborhood, this was a huge revelation to nine-year-old Ayden. That early foundation of self-belief and a drive to serve others has stayed with me ever since.
My path to financial planning was a journey of refining my true calling. Initially, I dreamed of becoming a fighter pilot in the Air Force, a pursuit that instilled in me a deep commitment to physical fitness, time, priority management, and serving something greater than myself. While I briefly explored my passion for storytelling through a film major, getting engaged to my wife, Hannah, brought my long-term goals into focus. I realized I wanted a career that blended my love for business growth and investing with a desire to work face-to-face with people. I transitioned my focus to financial planning, finding it to be the perfect intersection of meaningful service to others, while using my fascination of investments, tax-advantaged strategies, and business growth. In May 2026, I graduated with honors from Liberty University, where I was also an active member in the Financial Planning club.
I joined the Covenant Wealth Strategies team as a Client Concierge in the spring of 2026. I am personally motivated by the biblical principle found in 2 Thessalonians 3:10: “If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat.” This conviction drives my work ethic and my desire to be a "sponge" for information, constantly looking for ways to apply what I have learned to benefit our clients, our team, and my personal walk. I am currently focused on attaining my industry licenses along with several other designations and eventually hope to pursue a Master’s degree to further enhance the value I bring to Covenant and our clients.
Outside of the office, I am a firm believer in holistic health and wellness, whether I’m at the gym, running, or training for a future competition (I still love chocolate).
I still carry a camera with me, and I love documenting life through photography and videography. Furthermore, I enjoy playing pickleball or basketball outdoors, and I hope to learn how to golf soon. My wife, Hannah, and I live in Delaware with our lab, Koa, and while we are enjoying this new chapter, we do find ourselves missing the Florida beaches from time to time!
I am honored to reflect the light of Christ through my work here at Covenant and look forward to supporting our Teams clients as they navigate their financial journey with optimism and excellence.