With over 40 years of experience in the financial services industry, Fred Akers has dedicated his career to delivering customized, multi-generational investment guidance and wealth management strategies with a high level of personalized service. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, he helps analyze every aspect of his clients' financial lives. This encompasses assets, liabilities and cash flow, and investment and tax strategies. With a clear understanding of each client’s current financial situation, Fred, along with his team, develops and executes an investment plan designed to help achieve well-defined objectives.

Through the firm’s Private Investment Management (PIM) program, Fred provides customized, discretionary authority over investments to a select group of his clients. As a senior PIM Portfolio Manager, he customizes diversified value-based portfolios utilizing the firm’s eMoney analytics tool1, which aligns his clients’ investments with their core goals and values.

Fred has been recognized as a member of the Wells Fargo Advisors Platinum Council2 from 2003 – 20262 and was also the recipient of the Wells Fargo Advisors’ Spirit Award3 in 2004.
Fred has worked for Wells Fargo Advisors and its predecessors for more than 35 years. He began his investment career with E.F. Hutton after graduating from the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

A native of Atlanta, Fred is on the Board of Directors for a family foundation that contributes to charities in the Atlanta and Charlotte communities. He received the “Distinguished Alumni Award” for his contributions of time, energy and financial support at Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where he also serves as a member of the Board of Trustees. In addition, he supports local charities, including Midtown Assistance Center, First Presbyterian Church and the philanthropic initiatives selected by Wells Fargo Advisors.
 

 <sup>1 Based on accepted statistical methods, eMoney uses a mathematical process used to implement complex statistical methods that chart the probability of certain financial outcomes at certain times in the future. This charting is accomplished by generating hundreds of possible economic scenarios that could affect the performance of your investments. Using Monte Carlo simulation this report uses up to 1000 scenarios to determine the probability of outcomes resulting from the asset allocation choices and underlying assumptions regarding rates of return and volatility of certain asset classes. Some of these scenarios will assume very favorable financial market returns, consistent with some of the best periods in investing history for investors. Some scenarios will conform to the worst periods in investing history. Most scenarios will fall somewhere in between.

2 2024-2025: The Platinum Council distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors as measured by business production from the previous year and professionalism. 2003-2023: The Platinum Council distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors as measured by one or more of the following: completion of educational components, business production from the previous year, and professionalism. Additional consideration may have included best practices and team structure.

3 The Wells Fargo Advisors Spirit Award was established to recognize a select group of Platinum Council Advisors for their lifetime achievements – both personal and professional – and for epitomizing and reflecting Wells Fargo Advisors’ values. The Wells Fargo Advisors Platinum Council distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within the Firm as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on either of the past two years and professionalism. Additional criteria, including length of service, may also be used to determine recipients.

The PIM program is not designed for excessively traded or inactive accounts and is not appropriate for all investors. Please carefully review the advisory disclosure documents for a full description of our services. The minimum account size for this program is $50,000.

Wells Fargo Advisors does not provide legal or tax advice.</sup>

 Freddie Akers, Jr. is a Financial Advisor for the Akers Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors. Freddie serves as the team’s lead client relationship manager, engaging with families to create personalized financial strategies and to offer guidance on how to execute result-oriented plans.

Freddie joined the Akers Wealth Management Group in 2021 after a ten-year marketing career focused on driving growth, innovation, and value for several Fortune 500 companies. These experiences combined with a passion for knowing his customers and attention to detail lends to Freddie’s unique approach.

Freddie received his Bachelor of Arts from Southern Methodist University, completed the Business Bridge Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, and received his Masters of Business Administration from the Goizueta Business School at Emory University. Prior to joining the Akers Wealth Management Group, Freddie worked at Delta Air Lines, Starbucks Corporation, and Coca-Cola EuroPacific Partners. He holds FINRA Series 7 & 66 securities registrations along with health, life, and variable product licenses as well.

Freddie lives in Atlanta with his wife, two children, and two English Toy Spaniels. As a native of Atlanta, he supports local organizations, including the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Skyland Trail, The Atlanta Speech School, Usher’s New Look, and The Cathedral of Christ the King. Freddie is also a member of the board of directors for The Akers Foundation. Away from work, he enjoys traveling, history, and learning about wines from around the world.

 Luke Walton is a Financial Advisor with the Akers Wealth Management Group and focuses on the management of client assets as a Fundamental Choice Portfolio Manager. Luke also contributes to the management of the team, the management of client relationships, and leads financial analysis related to investment accounts. Luke joined the Akers Wealth Management Group in 2020 assisting in client operations and client customer service while working on getting his FINRA Series 7 and FINRA Series 66 securities registrations as well as his life, health and variable life insurance licenses. Luke specializes in constructing investment portfolios that accompany investment plans to help clients deliver on strategies for growing and preserving wealth. 

Luke received his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi focusing on Financial Services and Global Studies. After graduation, Luke began working for Agent Consulting in Madison, Mississippi where he served as a Financial Analyst while also working and completing his Master of Business Administration from the Else School of Management at Millsaps College.

Luke has always had a passion for soccer throughout his life. A native of Mobile, Alabama, Luke helped the community petition the city for local park advancements for recreational fields he used during his time as a high school and travel soccer team member. This helped improve field conditions for all local teams in the area. During his time at Millsaps College, Luke was a four-year member of the Men’s Soccer Team where his team received NCAA Division III Championship berth in 2015. Luke continues his passion for the game and enjoys playing to this day. Apart from soccer, when not at work, Luke enjoys hiking, boating, live music, and traveling.

Melvin D. Brittian III is a Senior Registered Client Associate with the Akers Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, with 12 years of experience in financial services, including 8 years in wealth management, serving ultra-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, families, business owners, and executives across the Southeast. He applies focused knowledge of equities, fixed income, alternatives, and retirement plans to support advisors in implementing strategies aligned with clients’ long-term objectives.

Melvin maintains a client-first approach by collaborating with advisors on business plans and service models and by utilizing client feedback and targeted process changes to improve the client experience, strengthen relationships, and support retention, asset growth, and revenue. Clients and advisors rely on his responsiveness, structured problem-solving, and empathy when addressing complex or time-sensitive matters.

Melvin’s core strengths include risk and compliance, sales support, portfolio administration, and investment research, helping to ensure that sophisticated client relationships are managed accurately and efficiently. During more than seven years with Wells Fargo Advisors, he also served as Manager of Client Associates and held roles in private wealth management, governance, and banking, including Administrative Manager at UBS Private Wealth Management and Field Support Governance Specialist and Registered Client Associate at Wells Fargo Advisors, where he led workflow improvements, supported compliance initiatives, strengthened collaboration between advisors and client associates, and helped drive asset growth while streamlining operational processes for large, multi-generational relationships.

Melvin is currently studying at Tuskegee University, with graduation expected in fall 2026, and holds the Series 7, 63, 66, 9, and 10 licenses while pursuing the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA) designation. Outside of work, he enjoys playing the Hammond B3 organ, fishing, mountain biking, and hiking.

 Kimberly Lessner is a Client Associate with the Akers Wealth Management Group who has an extensive background within the field of law and the financial services industry that span almost 15 years. Kimberly is responsible for facilitating multiple facets of our practice, including brokerage operations, managing client inquiries, and providing support for product sales and services. Her unique skill set, professionalism, and attention to detail allow her to work collaboratively with clients and team members to enhance the performance of our office. She is dedicated to fostering long-term relationships with clients, understanding their most important priorities, and assisting them in efficiently pursuing financial success.

Prior to joining Akers Wealth Management Group, Kimberly worked as a Senior Compliance Officer and Underwriter for a private investment firm. She maintained daily contact with brokers, borrowers, insurance agents, title companies, and attorneys related to asset retrieval, documentation review and revisions required to meet strict underwriting and regulatory requirements.

Kimberly holds a Juris Doctor from New York Law School in New York City and practiced as an attorney in corporate litigation for 12years (no longer practicing). Away from the office, Kimberly cherishes quality time with her young son, family and friends. She enjoys live music, sports, working out, great food and wine.

Debi Akers is a Registered Client Associate whose primary focus is handling comprehensive and specialized projects for the Akers Wealth Management Group.

Debi is a former career lender and private banker, having worked for three major financial institutions over a 30-year period. She provided an array of sophisticated banking services, lending products, and investment management solutions to high-net-worth individuals. While working for Bank of America in the Private Client Group, Debi received her FINRA Series 7 securities registration in 2001.

Debi received a B.A. in Economics from Sweet Briar College in Virginia. Outside of work, Debi is a member of the Atlanta chapter of the French Heritage Society, is a member of the Junior League of Atlanta, and supports the philanthropic initiatives selected by Wells Fargo Advisors.