Purpose Built Planning Director, Client Advisor

Alex Willard, EA

“It’s not about me” is a mentality that I strive to display daily. That mentality prompts my passion to serve others and cultivate meaningful relationships, which seamlessly aligns with the fiduciary values at LeConte. Stewardship is a value that I keep at the forefront of my life. I look forward to working with others by educating and asking tough questions that help them see what’s possible and pursue purpose.

Since 2016, Alex has worked hard to maintain a “sponge” mentality, soaking up knowledge from his seasoned co-workers and other industry leaders by spending most of his time reading and learning about taxation and financial planning.

After graduating from Maryville College in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance and Accounting (minor in Sociology), Alex accepted a role as a Planning Associate. Since then, he has passed the Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination (Series 65) and the Special Enrollment Examination (SEE). The SEE along with other requirements allowed him to receive the federal designation, Enrolled Agent (EA), handed down by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. In his current role, he provides support to clients in tax preparation, tax strategy, financial planning and supports, as well as manages client relationships.

Alex actively serves in several Blount County leadership roles. He serves on the United Way of Blount County Board of Directors and is a member of the Executive Committee. In addition, he currently serves as the Treasurer of the Board for the Blount County Youth Court and serves as Past Chair with the Blount County Young Professionals. He is a Leadership Blount 2023 alum.

Alex married his wife, Hannah, October 2021 and they reside in the Alcoa community with their miniature Golden Doodle, Dixie. They together enjoy serving with their Foothills Church community, traveling abroad, cheering on the Maryville College Fighting Scots/Tennessee Volunteers and also enjoy spending time with their family.

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Bad Planning Fosters Bad Service
Bad Planning Fosters Bad Service
Think about the last five times you went to a restaurant. Were they reservations for fine dining, a weeknight casual dinner, or a quick fast-food stop? Do you remember how satisfied you were with the service? How would you rate the level of service you received? Your impression of service is shaped largely by the...
Isn’t Everyone A Fiduciary?
Isn’t Everyone A Fiduciary?
Occasionally, I run across a real-life scenario that demonstrates a topic that I struggle to describe by just its definition. That happened to me recently in dealing with a new client. We explain to our clients that we don’t accept commissions and will act as their fiduciary in all matters. I think most clients assume...
Your Hard Work Deserves Better
Your Hard Work Deserves Better
As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to take inventory of your financial picture and make strategic decisions to minimize your tax burden. It also makes a lot of sense to put a bow on the hard work you’ve put in throughout the year. Year-end tax planning isn’t just about saving money in...
Make a Year-End Tax Checklist (and Check it Twice!)
Make a Year-End Tax Checklist (and Check it Twice!)
The month of November is always a busy one for our firm. We’re meeting with clients to discuss pre- and post-election investment strategies, helping clients satisfy their RMDs from their retirement accounts, but mostly meeting with folks to discuss year-end tax planning. We’ve had dozens of meetings in the past few weeks creating 2024 income...
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