Atlanta Succession Planning

Articles by Jeff

Jeff has been a member of The Rawls Group since 2002 and specializes in family business succession planning. He is responsible for cultivating and facilitating client relationships, relying upon his background in family counseling to navigate the unique challenges of family dynamics in the succession planning process.

Jeff earned his undergraduate degree from Samford University in Birmingham, AL with a major in Psychology, and his Master of Science in Counseling from Georgia State University. Jeff also earned a diploma from the Psychological Studies Institute where his studies focused on the integration of theology and psychology.

Jeff’s experience as a succession planner has allowed him to understand the delicate balance of the family-business system, and Jeff is currently writing his first book on this topic. Jeff is passionate about helping families in business develop more effective and productive relationships and is also technically proficient in the financial planning field for closely held businesses. Jeff holds several insurance and NASD registrations and is an investment advisor representative and is also working toward the Certified Financial Planner® designation to further enhance his financial planning skills. Jeff has spoken for the National Poultry and Food Distributors Association, Georgia Auto Dealers Association, Dixon-Hughes Certified Public Accountants and Advisors, and Conditioned Air Association of Georgia on topics dealing with comprehensive succession planning.