Nick Ashby

Associate Advisor
Nick Ashby

As an Associate Advisor, Nick plays a key role in supporting both our clients and advisors, making the day-to-day work seamless. He leads client meetings, engages with nearly every aspect of our operations, and works closely with our entire team to ensure our high standards of service remain unwavering. Nick’s dedication and excellence have earned him Hill Investment Group’s most prestigious honor—the Rick Hill Award—a testament to his commitment to our clients and firm.

Friends Describe Me As

Observant, honest, competitive, quiet (at first), and genuine.

They will also tell you that I will likely talk about sports at some point. I enjoy watching all sports, but I prefer watching the St. Louis Cardinals and all local Nashville teams.

Family Life

I have been married to my wife, Morgan, since July 2021. Morgan and I are high school sweethearts. We are very close to our extended family and deeply cherish those relationships. We often make trips back to where we grew up in Madisonville, Kentucky.

First Job and Its Influence

Just after high school graduation in Kentucky, I started as a seasonal teller at a small community bank. I was immediately challenged to come out of my shell and figure out how to take care of customers. My bank teller experience helped me develop a passion for helping others and would lead me to forge a path I never thought I would take.

College/Mindset

As a sophomore in college, I found myself at a true crossroads. I was still undecided on my major and had no clue what I wanted my future to look like. I talked to a few friends, and one recommended looking into what he was pursuing: Personal Financial Planning.

My very first class, Applied Investments, was my introduction to investing. My professors, whom I came to learn so much from,  introduced me to a new way of thinking that helped me understand planning in a new light. These professors helped me discover my “why” about entering the field as a profession. A common thread throughout these lessons was that there was always evidence behind what I was learning.

I am thankful I am with a firm with the same mindset to embrace the data and evidence and “Take the long view.”

Overrated

Social Media.

Underrated

Breakfast for dinner. Nothing beats Southern classics like country ham or biscuits and gravy.

Favorites

Movie: Saving Private Ryan

TV Series: The Office

Music: Folk, Pop, or Country

I enjoy many artists and like to have music playing in the background. A good instrumental is always appreciated.

Ideal Vacation

Summer – East Coast beach with a few golf courses.

Winter – snow skiing, wherever there is snow and no ice.

Quote

“Learn the fundamentals of the game and stick to them. Band-aid remedies never last.”

–  Jack Nicklaus

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Our Team

Matt Hall

Co-Founder & CEO

Nell Schiffer

Advisor & Partner

Matt Zenz

Chief Investment Officer
Buddy Reisinger Jr.

Buddy Reisinger, Jr.

Advisor
Katie Ackerman

Katie Ackerman

Client Service Administrator
Grace Kreifels

Grace Kreifels, CFP®

Lead Advisor
Nick Ashby

Nick Ashby

Associate Advisor

Jonesy Chauvot, CFP®

Client Service Associate
Jack Gardner

Jack Gardner

Client Service Associate
Sherrie Dickson

Sherrie Dickson

Executive Assistant

Mordecai Obeng-Appiah

Client Service Associate
Rick Hill

Rick Hill

Founder
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