Clarity. Confidence. Direction.

Through collaboration and informed decision-making, we help you stay focused on what matters most – today and for the future.

This belief shapes everything we do.

Put your future into focus today.

Working with Us

Deborah Hightower, AAMS, CRPC

Senior Financial Advisor
Senior Vice President - Investment Officer

Phone Number

(478) 742-7355

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For more than three decades, I have partnered with individuals and families to provide thoughtful, objective financial guidance across generations. Having worked through a wide range of market environments, I bring experience, perspective, and discipline to every client relationship.

My approach blends the art and science of Wealth planning. The art begins with listening - understanding your goals, values, and how you view money. The science applies disciplined investment strategies, asset allocation, and planning techniques designed to support accumulation, preservation, and distribution over time. Together, these elements can create a holistic framework that helps you make informed decisions with confidence.

Advice for Your Full Financial Life

I believe wealth management should support every aspect of your financial life – not just your investments. My role is to help bring structure, clarity, and intention to your financial decisions, while adapting strategies as your life and priorities evolve. Every recommendation is guided by a long-term perspective and a commitment to acting in your best interest.


Educational and Professional Background

I hold a master’s degree in Organization and Management with a concentration in Leadership, as well as a bachelor’s in Business & Economics. I have a keen interest in behavioral finance and regularly pursue advanced education in this area. I have earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® (CRPC®) and Accredited Asset Management Specialist®  (AAMS®) designations, earned through rigorous professional standards and comprehensive examinations, and FINRA Series 7, 24, 63, and 65 securities registrations, along with applicable insurance licenses.

What Matters Most

The most important part of my works is my clients’ success – and knowing I am a trusted Financial Advisor throughout their financial journey. Every individual and family has a unique story, and I value helping clients assign context to their decisions and gain clarity in an increasingly complex financial landscape. Building enduring relationships rooted in trust and mutual respect is the foundation of my practice.

Beyond the Office

Outside of my work, I enjoy writing on self-development topics, reading the latest non-fiction, and staying engaged with global financial and economic trends.

Certificates

AAMS, CRPC

Sonia Malik

Registered Client Associate

Phone Number

(678) 417-1633

Sonia Malik is a Registered Client Associate with more than a decade of experience in the financial services industry. She brings a strong background in client service, operations, and regulatory support, playing a vital role in helping to deliver seamless and efficient client experience.

Sonia began her career with Wells Fargo in the retail banking division, where she served clients as a Premier Banker. In that role, she developed a deep understanding of client needs, financial goal setting, and the importance of well-structured, diversified financial strategies. She transitioned to Wells Fargo Advisors in February 2023, where she supports advisors through administrative, compliance, and product-related functions.

Highly organized and detail-oriented, Sonia works closely with advisors to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure exceptional service standards. She is results-driven and committed to supporting clients with professionalism, responsiveness, and care.

Sonia holds a master’s degree in Applied Mathematics and maintains FINRA Series 7, 63, and 66 registrations, along with applicable insurance licenses.

Outside the office, Sonia enjoys travel, movies, and spending time with family.

Put your future into focus today.

Working with Us

We believe your investment strategy should support and sustain your long-term financial future. Drawing on disciplined research and a wide range of investment solutions, we help align your capital with your goals – and the life and legacy you’re building. Our approach is thoughtful and intentional, designed to provide clarity, confidence and direction.

  • Time – to understand you, your priorities, and what matters most to you and your family.
  • A personalized investment strategy aligned with your goals, values, and long-term vision.
  • Ongoing, structured reviews to help ensure your plan remains aligned with your objectives and risk profile.
  • Holistic, big-picture guidance that supports informed decision-making throughout every stage of your financial journey.

We provide thoughtful advice and guidance to help you navigate life’s financial opportunities and transitions with confidence. Through a collaborative planning process, we align your investment strategy with your goals – supporting what matters most today and over time.

Our Philosophy & Approach

We believe clarity comes from understanding your priorities, confidence is built through informed decisions, and direction can be achieved through thoughtful collaboration.

By listening first and applying disciplined planning and investment strategies, we help guide every step of your financial journey. From accumulation to preservation to distribution, our highly personalized approach help empowers you to make confident decisions while keeping your long-term goals in focus.
Discover how thoughtful guidance can bring clarity to your financial life. Contact us to book a 15-minute introductory call.

What We Do

Our Services

Your investments should work together in support of your financial goals. We offer a range of investment products and services to help you build a plan that addresses both the present and the future.

Estate Planning Strategies

Estate planning is less about assets and more about intention. With professional guidance, it can be a straightforward process – or, when circumstances call for it, a more nuanced one. The resources here are designed to help you begin thinking clearly and confidently about your estate plan.

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College Savings Plans

As a parent or grandparent, you may be weighing how to support educational goals while remaining focused on your own long-term financial security. Many families take a coordinated approach, combining savings, investments, borrowing, and when available, financial aid.

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Insurance

While risk cannot be eliminated, it can be managed. Insurance can provide a structured way to transfer certain risks from an individual balance sheet to an insurer, helping preserve assets and support broader financial objectives.

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Retirement Planning

A well-constructed plan helps bring focus, anticipate challenges, and supports thoughtful decision-making. Our approach to retirement planning considers your full financial picture. Together, we clarify priorities, align goals, and help develop a financial course designed to support your objectives over time.

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Investment Products

Investment planning is about aligning the right strategies and solutions with your financial goals. We help clients evaluate options and integrate them into a disciplined approach designed to support your long-term objectives.

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Advisory Services

Our Advisory Services are designed to provide thoughtful guidance and help simplify the ongoing management of your investments. We offer flexible programs that allow you to determine the level of professional involvement that best suits your needs – whether you prefer active support or a more collaborative approach.

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