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W. Edward Inman, Jr., ChFC®, CFP®, RICP®

W. Edward Inman, Jr., ChFC®, CFP®, RICP®

Investment Specialist, Financial Advisor and Training - Atlanta, GA

404-905-1881

edinman@ashfordadvisors.net


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Edward Inman transitioned to financial services in 2008 after a distinguished career in the Fire Service with the City of Alpharetta. At the time, he was also a client of Ashford Advisors and that personal experience with the firm’s holistic approach to financial planning inspired his career change. Having seen firsthand the positive impact thoughtful planning had on his own family, Ed was driven to help others achieve the same clarity and confidence in their financial lives.
 
Since joining Ashford Advisors, Ed has guided hundreds of families, business owners, and foundations toward becoming more organized, better protected, and more intentional in building wealth—always within clearly defined risk parameters. He currently oversees approximately $200 million in assets under management and nearly $400 million in life insurance death benefit for his clients, reflecting a deep focus on both long-term wealth accumulation and comprehensive risk management. His practice is grounded in disciplined investment strategy, thoughtful planning, and enduring client relationships.
 
Beyond his individual advisory work, Ed plays a significant leadership role within Ashford Advisors. He serves on a team overseeing the firm’s Investment Department, helping guide advisors and clients with investment strategy, workflows, compliance, and portfolio management. He also leads Ashford’s Training Department, supporting the development and education of advisors across eight states throughout the Southeast.
 
An Atlanta native, Ed has lived in the area his entire life, apart from attending the University of Colorado in Boulder. He currently resides in Sandy Springs, Georgia, with his wife, Kristi, and their children Will, Lukas, and stepdaughter Micah. Outside of work, Ed maintains an active lifestyle and enjoys biking, fishing, hunting, skiing, and playing tennis.

To learn more about Ed, visit Beyond the Advisor.
To view Ed's past blogs, check out his article archive.

Education, Training, Memberships 
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®)
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
  • Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®)
  • Registered Representative and Financial Advisor with Park Avenue Securities, LLC (PAS)
  • Series 7 and 66 Licensed
  • Member, NAIFA Atlanta
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Recognition 
  • AssetMark Platinum Advisor
  • AssetMark Field Advisory Board (2023–2025)
  • Guardian Leaders Club (2021–2023)
  • Five Star Wealth Manager (2017, 2019–2023)*
  • NAIFA Atlanta’s Top Advisors Under 40 (2011–2020)*
 Team Members 

Brett Godwin - Financial Advisor

Keersten Davis - Client Operations Manager

Emily Mang - Client Operatiions Associate

Family

William Edward Inman, Jr., Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Ashford Advisors, Inc. is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. Ashford Advisors, Inc. is not registered in any state or with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a Registered Investment Advisor. CA Insurance License Number - 0H26101, AR Insurance License Number - 7949786.

*This award is not issued or endorsed by Guardian or its subsidiaries.

**This award is not issued or endorsed by Guardian or its subsidiaries. The annual Five Star Wealth Manager award is based on criteria developed and obtained by Five Star Professional. No compensation has been provided by the adviser in connection with obtaining or using the third-party award.

*** National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors is endorsed by but not affiliated with Guardian or its subsidiaries. Members must pay an annual fee.

****Million Dollar Round Table is endorsed by but not affiliated with Guardian or its subsidiaries. Applicants must annually qualify for membership based on productivity and pay an annual fee.