Our Team

Allen, Mooney and Barnes founder and chairman , M. H. Allen, Jr., has served the wealth community in Thomasville, GA, Tallahassee, FL,  and the Southeast investment communities for almost 40 years.  Allen’s early experiences as an officer of the C&S Bank, now Bank of America, and as City Manager and City Treasurer for over 10 years provided him a solid foundation in management and money management. As City Manager for Thomasville, he served on the Georgia Municipal Association’s Revenue and Finance Committee.

In 1985 he founded Allen & Mooney (A&M) and affiliated with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith Inc.  In 1987 A&M affiliated with Shields & Company, a NYSE member firm, and Capital Management Associates, the Investment Advisory division.

In 2000, close friends and clients Kate Ireland and John P.  “Jack” Frazee Jr. joined A&M as partners and board members. Miss Ireland was a limited partner of Brown Brothers Harriman in NY, a member of the Federal Reserve’s district board in Cleveland, and a well-known national philanthropist. Mr. Frazee was the CEO and Chairman of Centel phone company and COO and board member of Sprint now T-Mobile.

These partners formed FAIM, LLC ( Frazee, Allen, Ireland, and Mooney)  the holding company for A&M’s broker dealer and registered Investment Advisory firm. Under this framework A&M added the Professional Services division located in Thomasville GA and the Investment Banking division in Charleston, SC and Atlanta, GA, and the Private Equity group in Thomasville and Charleston.

Allen holds several FINRS/SEC principal licenses and is insurance licensed in several states.  Allen received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with emphasis in economics, management, and marketing from Georgia Southern University in 1973.

Gordon has been the CEO of the AMB family of companies since January 2019 and oversees the various divisions of the Company. Gordon’s career with AMB began as a founder of the firm’s investment banking division in 2015. Gordon has a strong track record in investment banking and entrepreneurship, having founded his own firm at 27 and initiating several healthcare start-ups since. At AMB, Gordon focuses on the long-term strategy and operations of the Company, the management of client relationships, business development and transaction execution. In his career, Gordon has played a pivotal role in the consolidation of the walk-in medical industry, having advised multiple industry participants, including vertical integration strategies between payors and providers, many of whom have become the largest companies in the industry.

Prior to AMB, Gordon founded Plutus Capital Partners, where he specialized in advising niche healthcare clients in their corporate finance and strategic initiatives. Prior to Plutus, Gordon was an investment banker at Susquehanna International Group focusing on the healthcare sector. Gordon is an avid public speaker and is frequently quoted in industry publications about various healthcare sectors.

Gordon attended the University of Georgia where he was recently awarded the 40 Under 40 award.

Heather joined AMB’s tax and accounting division in the fall of 2013.  Heather began her career in public accounting within a mid-sized regional public accounting and consulting firm.   Prior to joining AMB, Heather was a senior accountant in the firm’s tax and audit sectors.  During 2017, Heather changed roles within the Company and is now the Financial Operations Principal (FINOP) and performs the financial accounting and reporting for the Company.  Along with the financial duties, Heather also provides tax, audit, and accounting services to clients across multiple industries, assists with private offerings through AMB’s Broker/Dealer and various other consulting services within the Company.

Heather received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting / Accounting Information Systems from the University of West Florida and her Master of Accountancy from Florida State University.  She holds an active CPA license within the State of Georgia.

Brent joined AMB as the Chief Compliance Officer for both the AMB broker-dealer and registered investment adviser in 2023 through the firm’s relationship with Oyster Consulting LLC. As the CCO, he is responsible for designing, implementing, and executing the regulatory compliance program of AMB. During his 30-year career and prior to joining AMB, Brent served as the Chief Compliance Officer for NewEdge Advisors and Wunderlich Securities, as well as, holding senior risk management and directorship roles with Raymond James & Associates, Morgan Keegan & Company and FTB Advisors.

Brent is a graduate of Auburn University.

Mark Eric Davis, CFP® serves as Head of Wealth Management, Financial Advisor and member of the Portfolio Management Committee, and CCO for Allen, Mooney and Barnes Investment Advisors, LLC.  He is a Certified Financial Planner ™ General Securities Representative, and Investment Advisor Representative.

Mr Davis has been in the wealth management/investment advisory business for 21 years helping high net worth individuals, non-profits, and government entities achieve their goals.

Mr. Davis received a BBA in Finance from Mercer University’s Stetson School of Business.

Mikel joined AMB as the Head of the firm’s Investment Banking division in 2019.  Prior to joining AMB, Mikel served as Chief Financial Officer for Ciox Health – a leading provider of healthcare information management services. Mikel started his career as an investment banking analyst at Robinson Humphrey and has held various senior roles at multiple investment banks, including Vice President at Shattuck Hammond and Managing Director at Genesis Capital.

At AMB, Mikel is responsible for client strategy, sourcing deals and managing transaction execution. Over the course of his career, Mikel has directly participated in transactions across a wide spectrum of industries.  His healthcare transaction experience has spanned provider, HCIT, payor, and life science services companies to date.

Mikel received his Bachelor of Arts from Washington and Lee University and his Masters of Business Administration from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School. Mikel was recognized as a winner of M&A Advisor’s 8th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards.

Kathy Bartlett is a Financial Advisor for AMB’s Wealth Management division.  An investment, trust, and banking professional with more than 25 years of experience, Bartlett is investment and insurance licensed.  She also is a Registered Investment Advisor, making her clients the center of all the financial expertise she provides. Trust and estate planning, and investment portfolio construction provided in conjunction with her AMB partners, are the foundation of the services provided.

Bartlett is a graduate of Simpson College in Iowa, where she grew up.  She also earned a Master’s in Public Administration from the College of Charleston, prior to moving to Tallahassee in 1997.

Brewer P. Bentley serves as a Financial Advisor within AMB’s Wealth Management division.  Mr. Bentley has been in the wealth management/investment advisory business for 12 years and joins AMB following a nine-year career with Edward Jones in Quitman, Georgia.  He is a General Securities Representative and a Registered Investment Advisor Representative.  Mr. Bentley also holds an insurance license for variable life, variable annuities, fixed life, fixed annuities, long-term care and disability insurance.

Mr. Bentley, a native of Thomasville, received his Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina.  Mr. Bentley also serves as Chairman of the Brooks County Board of Tax Assessors.

Johnny joined AMB’s investment banking team directly out of college. At AMB, Johnny executes on origination, process management, client management, and talent procurement efforts. Johnny has spent the majority of his career working with Founders who operate provider-based, multi-site healthcare services businesses.

Johnny is a North Carolina native and graduated from UNC Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School.

Taylor joined AMB’s Wealth Management team in the Fall of 2016. Taylor began her career in public accounting. Prior to joining AMB, Taylor was a financial auditor for a large regional firm auditing public and private healthcare systems throughout the Southeast. At AMB, Taylor leverages her accounting knowledge in assisting AMB’s Financial Advisors and clients.

Taylor received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Masters of Accountancy from Valdosta State University. During her tenure at VSU, Taylor was a member of the Business Students Advisory Board, Beta Alpha Psi, and Chi Omega.

Crystal Godbee joined AMB in 2023 as Director of Operations.  Mrs. Godbee champions the best interests of our advisors and their clients while navigating the nuances of regulation, policy, and procedure.  She has extensive financial services experience and works closely with our Financial Professionals and Sales Assistants to ensure the best operational support for our clients.

Mrs. Godbee has been in the financial services and investment advisory industry for over 15 years.  She started her financial services career in 2003 at W. P. Stewart & Company in Hamilton, Bermuda.  Prior to joining AMB, she worked for Securities Service Network, LLC, in Knoxville, Tennessee, a family-owned broker-dealer that became part of the Ladenburg Thalmann family of companies and eventually part of Advisor Group, Inc.  Mrs. Godbee gained a wealth of knowledge working in every operations role while serving a network of over 300 advisors across the country, culminating in serving as their V.P., Director of Operations.  She holds her FINRA 7, 24, and 66 licenses.

Josh joined AMB’s Investment Banking team in the Summer of 2023 as an Analyst. At AMB, Josh is responsible for the preparation of client-facing materials, development of financial models, and project management. Prior to joining AMB, Josh was an Investment Banking Analyst at Fifth Third focused on the Consumer and Retail, Industrials, and Tech-Enabled Business Services industries.

Josh received his Bachelor of Science in Finance and Master of Business Administration from Indiana University.

As an Analyst, Asha is responsible for the preparation of client-facing materials, development of financial models, and project management. Prior to joining AMB, Asha was a Financial Due Diligence Analyst at Houlihan Lokey focused on the Industrials and Healthcare industries.

Asha received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Masters of Accountancy from Southern Methodist University.

Sully originally joined AMB’s Investment Banking team in the spring of 2022 as an Analyst. At AMB, Sully is responsible for the preparation of client-facing materials, development of financial models, and project management. Prior to joining AMB, Sully served as an Investment Banking Associate at Bank of America, positioned within their Global Corporate & Investment Banking Credit division. There he covered publicly traded tech companies, collaborating with clients to structure and execute the underwriting of  large commercial credit facilities for working capital, M&A, and various other needs.

Sully received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Citadel Military College of South Carolina.

Dianne Hall joined AMB in 2013 as a registered sales assistant.  Prior to AMB, Diane worked at Wells Fargo Advisors in Destin, Florida and has been in the investment industry since 2000.   Dianne is involved in the management of client relationships and assisting other Wealth Associates.

Prior to becoming involved in the investment industry, she had 23 years with Flowers Industries of Thomasville, Georgia.

Dianne is a graduate of Valdosta State College in 1973.

John Michael serves as a Financial Advisor in AMB’s Wealth Management division.  He is a General Securities Representative and an Investment Advisor Representative.  Specializing in retirement planning, he serves clients in 10 states.

Prior to joining AMB in 2022, Mr. Hall owned Hallmark Wealth Strategies, a financial planning firm based in Moultrie, Georgia. He and his family live in Moultrie, where he operates a branch office for AMB.

John Michael received his BS in Business Management from Drake University.

Emily Harrell has been with AMB Wealth since May 2023, when she started as an intern.  Now a part time employee, Emily is continuing her education at Thomas University and will graduate with a degree in Business Management in the Spring of 2025.  Emily plans to continue at AMB as a full time employee after graduation.

Ryan joined AMB’s Investment Banking team in the fall of 2013.  Ryan began his career in public accounting within a large regional public accounting and consulting firm.   Prior to joining AMB, Ryan was a senior manager in the firm’s transaction advisory services practice, a group he was a founding member.  With this extensive experience, Ryan today specializes in analyzing the financial aspects of middle market acquisitions and divestures as well as executing due diligence strategies designed to identify key risks considered in any M&A transaction.  He has advised numerous private equity firms, public companies and strategic parties in a variety of industries, including but not limited to healthcare, life sciences and technology.  In all, Ryan has directly participated in more than 100 M&A transactions with an aggregate transaction value greater than $2 billion.

Ryan received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Georgia and his Masters of Accountancy from Georgia College and State University.  He holds an active CPA license within the State of North Carolina.

Gordon D. (Danny) MacQuirter Serves as Partner, Financial Advisor and Chairman of Portfolio Management for Allen, Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors, LLC. He is a General Securities Representative and Investment Advisor Representative.  He is also insurance licensed for variable life, variable annuities, fixed life, fixed annuities, long-term care and disability insurance.  Previously, Mr. MacQuirter was a Partner and General Manager of Plantation Chrysler-Plymouth Dodge in Thomasville, Georgia.  He has also served as Assistant Vice President and Retail Credit Manager with Citizens and Southern National Bank.

Mr. MacQuirter received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Georgia Southwestern State University.

Pace Mercer is a Thomasville native who joined AMB as an intern in May 2024 and became a fulltime Wealth Management staff member in the fall of 2024.  Prior to joining the AMB team, Pace graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Financial Planning, where he was a student-athlete.  Pace currently assists advisors in client meetings and presentations, provides client support, and is preparing for the General Securities Representative (Series 7) and Uniform Combined State Law (Series 66) examinations.

Richard G. Mooney, III is a founding partner of Allen, Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors, LLC.  He is a Registered Principal, a Registered Investment Advisor Representative, Limited Equity Trader, a General Securities Representative and he also holds his life and health insurance licenses for the State of Georgia.  Previously, Mr. Mooney served as Vice-President of the Thomasville, Georgia office of Shields & Company.  Prior to 1989, he and M. H. Allen, Jr., worked in a partnership arrangement with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. Mr. Mooney was also a Vice-President with the Citizens and Southern National Bank, managing the marketing department and serving as a commercial lending officer.  He specialized in Trust services work for corporations and high net-worth individuals in the South Georgia area. 

Mr. Mooney received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Georgia Southwestern University in 1974.

Belinda Paul joined AMB’s Wealth Management team in 2024 as a Wealth Associate. She started her financial career in 2010 as a personal banker and has spent the past 12 years in brokerage firms. Belinda’s goal is to provide quality client service with timely, accurate, and meaningful answers to clients’ questions. She is passionate about client service and building lasting relationships with her clients.

Robby L. Pitts serves as Vice President and Financial Advisor within AMB’s Wealth Management division.  Mr. Pitts began his investment career with Edward Jones & Company and joined Shields & Company in 2000 after assisting with the establishment of Investment Management Advisors of Marietta, Georgia. He is a General Securities Representative and a Registered Investment Advisor Representative. He also holds an insurance license for variable life, variable annuities, fixed life, fixed annuities, long-term care and disability insurance.

Mr. Pitts, a former Marine, received his Bachelor of Science degree in English/History Education from Brewton-Parker College.

Vann Pitts serves as a Financial Advisor within AMB’s Wealth Management division. Mr. Pitts began his investment career at AMB in 2018.  He is a General Securities Representative and a Registered Investment Advisor Representative.  He also holds an insurance license for variable life, variable annuities, fixed life, fixed annuities, long-term care and disability insurance.

Vann received his Bachelor in Business Administration degree with a major of Finance from Valdosta State University.

Matthew J. Roach CFA®, MBA serves as Vice President, Director of Portfolio Management and Chief Investment Strategist for AMB Wealth.  Mr. Roach is a CFA Charter holder, Licensed research Analyst, General Securities Representative, Operations Specialist, and Register Investment Advisor.  Mr. Roach has been in the wealth management/investment advisory business for 13 years.  Prior to joining AMB, Mr. Roach served as the Director of Portfolio Management and Investment Strategist for Eastover Investment Advisors, LLC out of Charlotte, North Carolina from 2011-2015.

Mr. Roach is a member of the CFA Institute and Atlanta Society of Finance and Investment Professionals. Mr. Roach holds a BBA in Finance along with an MBA.

Brayden joined AMB’s Investment Banking team in the Summer of 2024 as an Analyst. At AMB, Brayden is responsible for the preparation of client-facing materials, development of financial models, and project management. Prior to joining AMB, Brayden attended The University of Georgia, where he received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance.

Michael Servetas joined AMB’s Wealth Management division in 2023 and serves as the firm’s Assistant Portfolio Manager.  He also will serve as a member of the Portfolio Management Committee, Investment Adviser Representative, and General Securities Representative.  Mr. Servetas has been in the financial services industry for two years and has worked as a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual and Morgan Stanley in the Institutional Equity Division. He received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Lauren Smith joined AMB in 2023 as a registered Wealth Associate. In 2008 she began her financial services career at Wachovia Securities in operations and eventually worked as a liaison on the fixed income trading desk. Most recently, Lauren worked for Kovack Financial Companies where she was responsible for trading third party managed accounts.

Lauren earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Missouri. She holds her FINRA 7, 63, and 65 licenses.

Nic Streets holds the position of Operations Associate at AMB Wealth. Prior to joining AMB, Nic garnered valuable experience as an Operations Administrator at TNB Financial where he discovered his enthusiasm for the wealth management sector. Nic currently is working on his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Valdosta State University as well as preparing for the Securities Industry Essentials examination and the Series 7.

Harry joined AMB as a Financial Advisor in March 2017 following nine years with AG Edwards and Sons and 11 years at SunTrust Investment Services, Inc. as a financial advisor. As a Certified Retirement Plan Counselor, CRPC, Harry works with individuals and their families with financial planning and investment advisory services throughout their many phases of life.

Harry received his Bachelor of Education in Economics from the University of Georgia in 1983.

Kevin originally joined AMB’s Investment Banking team in the fall of 2021 as an Analyst. At AMB, Kevin is responsible for the preparation of client-facing materials, development of financial models, and project management. Prior to joining AMB, Kevin served as Corporate Strategy and Development Analyst at Health Management Systems, a payment accuracy and population health management organization, leading enterprise strategic planning efforts, go-to-market strategies, and M&A prioritization efforts.

Kevin received his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Florida State University.