Brian Aker, MBA

Chief Operating Officer

Brian joins Graves Light Lenhart (GLL) Wealth as Chief Operating Officer, where he leads
operations, technology, risk management, and strategic initiatives. With over 30 years of
experience in wealth management, he brings a passion for outstanding client service, operational
excellence, continuous improvement, disciplined execution, and enhancing the client experience.

Brian spent 18 years with Truist and BB&T, most recently as Executive Vice President of Truist
Wealth Transformation and Wholesale Risk Operations. In these roles, he led organizations
responsible for strategic planning, product development, technology platforms, data analytics,
process optimization, and risk management. Previous roles at BB&T Scott & Stringfellow
included Chief Administrative Officer and Director of Strategy & Execution. Brian began his
career at Wheat First Butcher Singer and continued with Wachovia Securities in various wealth
management roles.

Brian and his wife, Amanda, have been married for over 27 years and have two daughters. He
has been active in the community and currently serves on the Community Impact Committee for
the United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg. In his free time, he enjoys running, golf,
travel, live music, and following his favorite sports teams.

Education & Accolades:

  • B.A., University of Richmond
  • M.B.A., Virginia Commonwealth University
  • SIFMA/Wharton Certificate from the Securities Industry Institute at The Wharton School

Contact Brian Aker

Asa W. Graves VII, CFA®

Principal | President & Chief Investment Officer

Jeffrey G. Lenhart, JD, LLM, CFP®

Principal | Director of Wealth Strategies & Chief Compliance Officer

A. Wesley Graves, VI

Director of Wealth Management

Ashley “Ash” Heatwole, CFA®, CFP®

Principal | Director of Wealth Management

Nicholas A. Perrine, CPA, CFP®

Principal | Director of Wealth Strategies

Ryan P. Waid, JD, LLM, CFP®

Director of Wealth Strategies

Brian Aker, MBA

Chief Operating Officer

Jason Fink, PhD

Director of Research

Kathleen M. Graves, JD

Compliance Manager

Angela Moats

Senior Client Associate

Kara Morgan

Senior Client Associate

J. Douglas LightRetired Effective October 1st

Principal | Director of Wealth Management