Experience

John has over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry helping his clients address complex financial needs. A co-founder of MacDonald Nelson Wealth Management, John focuses on comprehensive financial planning to ensure his clients have the proper tools in place to meet their goals. John assists his clients with portfolio design as well as risk management and estate strategy planning.

John graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Tennessee with a degree in history and business. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, having obtained the designation through Emory University. John is also a Wealth Advisor, achieving the title through extensive training with UBS.

John and his wife Elaine are parents to three children. Together they enjoy spending time outdoors and traveling. John is also actively involved in the Knoxville community, devoting time to numerous charities and non-profit organizations over the years.

Jeremy has 11 years of experience providing consultative, comprehensive wealth management solutions to individuals, families, and businesses small and large. Through in-depth financial planning and open communication Jeremy helps clients assess their unique situations and how to use their wealth to realize their short-term and long-term goals.

Active in his community, Jeremy has served on numerous boards of directors. He is currently board chair for Legacy Parks Foundation. Prior to that he served as President of the Bijou Theatre board of directors, two terms as Treasurer for Ijams Nature Center and two terms on the Knoxville Museum of Art board.

Jeremy is a founding partner and owner of Three Rivers Angler, LLC a full-service fly-fishing outfitter and guide service in Knoxville established in 2011. When not assisting clients or fishing he can be found mountain biking Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness and spending time with his wife Libby and their three dogs.

Debbie has over 35 years of experience in the financial services industry. Born in Ohio and raised in Tampa, Florida, Debbie eventually found her way to Tennessee in her early 20’s. After a few years in real estate property management, she found her true home in the financial services industry. She loves getting to know clients and taking care of them. Debbie gets things done behind the scenes, serving as team lead on administrative operations. Debbie resides in the Powell area near her wonderful son Nick and his wife, Kendal. Debbie loves spending time at the family farm, dancing at her Zumba classes, conversing with her mom and sister about The Voice, and putting her Italian heritage on display by making a mean homemade lasagna. She would do absolutely anything for her “granddogs”, Harper and Howie.