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Brenda started in the financial services industry over 35 years ago. During that time, she has evolved a practice focused on financial planning and customized investment strategies. She draws on her extensive knowledge and experience to help clients navigate the complexities of wealth and invest for their goals. In 2012, Brenda distinguished herself from her peers by earning her Wealth Advisor designation, which required a rigorous training program focused on deepening her wealth management insight.

She is a Memphis native, receiving her BBA from The University of Memphis. She has three children with her late husband and two step children. She has served as a member and volunteer with The Junior League of Memphis and is active in the alumni association. Much of her philanthropic efforts and time outside the office are focused on her son's school and her church community and choir. Brenda loves to travel with her husband, Bob, and spend time with her two dogs.

• Forbes America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors, 2020, 2021The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in February based on information from a 12 month period ending September of the prior year.
• Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
• Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
• Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in February based on information from a 12 month period ending September of the prior year.
• UBS Wealth Management President’s Council, 2024, 2025UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.
• Working Mother Magazine/SHOOK Top Wealth Advisor Moms, 2019, 2020, 2021The Working Mother Magazine/SHOOK rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in October based on information from a 12 month period ending in March of the award year.

• The University of Memphis, BBA

• Wealth Advisor

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Jordan joined Brenda's team in 2011 and her primary role is helping the team plan for each client's investment goals and providing the research needed to make investment decisions. After obtaining a Masters of Science in Business Administration from The University of Memphis, she achieved her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER designation in 2014. She spends time each year reviewing tax changes, planning strategies, and employer retirement plans to better inform their clients.

Outside the office, Jordan resides in East Memphis with her husband, son, and three dogs. She is an avid chef and gardener. She is a current board member at Page Robbins Adult Day Center, on the FedEx St. Jude Classic Courses & Cocktails committee, and is active with her church.

• Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
• Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
• Forbes Top Next-Gen (Generation) Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in August based on information from a 12 month period ending in March of the award year.
• Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in February based on information from a 12 month period ending September of the prior year.
• UBS Wealth Management Director’s Council, 2025UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

• The University of Memphis, Masters of Science in Business Administration

• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER

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Melanie's role on the team is to ensure that every client receives the full UBS client experience. She is an expert in servicing client accounts, our banking capabilities, and managing the needs of multigenerational households. Prior to joining Vanderslice Edmundson Wealth Management in 2017, Melanie had 11 years of experience with UBS and has over 22 years of experience in financial services. She holds a Series 7 and 63 license.

She is originally from Memphis and received her BBA in Business Management from The University of Memphis. Melanie now lives in Germantown with her husband and son and their family pets, Sienna and Daisy. She and her husband are very active in their church community and spend time supporting their son's school. Melanie also volunteers through UBS initiatives each year with Room in the Inn, Red Zone Ministries, and the Mid-South Food Bank.

• The University of Memphis, BBA in Business Management