Andy L. Knowles,

Andy Knowles is the founder of Knowles Private Wealth and a senior wealth advisor with Raymond James, in the firm’s McMinnville branch office. Andy believes the cornerstone of a successful client/advisor relationship is the mutual trust and respect that develops over time, and he is deeply committed to helping his clients pursue their long-term financial goals. Andy provides a comprehensive approach to wealth management, retirement planning, risk management and multi-generational wealth preparation to individuals, families, business owners and executives.

Andy employs the vast resources of Raymond James, one of the largest independent financial services firms in the nation, to bring the right expertise and tailored financial strategies designed to strive for his clients’ specific needs. He works diligently to assist his clients with dedicated and focused customer service and the intention of being their trusted wealth advisor for life.

Prior to opening Knowles Private Wealth, Andy worked 10 years of his career at First National Bank of Middle Tennessee/LPL Financial, in the Wealth Management department, where he grew the department into the top Wealth Management teams in the Middle Tennessee area. While at First National Bank of Middle Tennessee, Andy not only gained lifelong friendships, but he also achieved many accolades. Andy’s most recent, was being recognized in 2024 as Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors* and Forbes Top Next-gen Wealth advisors in Tennessee*. Prior to LPL, and started his career at Edward Jones Investments. Andy also received his undergraduate degree from Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Originally from McMinnville, Tennessee, Andy is active in the community with organizations such as the McMinnville Noon Rotary Club, past Chair and current board member of the Warren County Industrial Development Board, and also a deacon of his church. He enjoys watching his children play soccer, boating with his family and friends on Center Hill Lake and traveling with his family. Andy, and his wife, Chelsea, have two children, Parker and Kinsley.

*Awarded at previous firm.

The Forbes Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State rankings, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criterion, mostly gained through telephone and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. Those advisors that are considered are under 40, have a minimum of four years' experience, and the algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass the highest standards of best practices. Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK receive a fee in exchange for rankings. Compensation provided for using the rating. The Research Summary (as of August 2024) included: 45,996 nominations for all rankings, based on thresholds, 24,832 invited to complete online survey, 21,368 telephone interviews, 5,176 in-person interviews at advisors’ location, 1,545 virtual interviews and 4,081 individuals considered, and 1,621 individuals won the Next-Gen ranking. This ranking is based upon the period from 3/31/23 to 3/31/24 and was released on 8/8/24. This ranking is not indicative of an advisor’s future performance, is not an endorsement, and may not be representative of individual clients’ experience. Neither Raymond James nor any of its advisors pay a fee in exchange for obtaining this award. Compensation provided for using the rating. Raymond James is not affiliated with Forbes or Shook Research, LLC. For more information go to https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-in-state-next-gen-advisors/?sh=166061825fc3.

The Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors 2024 ranking, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. This ranking is based upon the period from 6/30/2022 to 6/30/2023 and was released on 4/3/2024. Those advisors that are considered have a minimum of seven years of experience, and the algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices in their practices and approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criteria due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Out of approximately 44,990 nominations, roughly 8,500 advisors received the award. This ranking is not indicative of an advisor's future performance, is not an endorsement, and may not be representative of individual clients' experience. Neither Raymond James nor any of its Financial Advisors or RIA firms pay a fee in exchange for obtaining this award/rating. Compensation provided for using the rating. Raymond James is not affiliated with Forbes or Shook Research, LLC. Please visit https://www.forbes.com/best-in-state-wealth-advisors for more info.