Kevin Painter
Kevin Painter, Managing Partner

Mr. Painter coordinates the asset allocation and risk strategies for LWM clients. Driven by the belief that risk analysis determines a client’s return parameters, Kevin utilizes Ibbotson and Morningstar research as a foundation for portfolio creation. He works closely with Mr. Grimm in developing customized client portfolios that reflect the results of our process. Mr. Painter also heads up the fee-based planning team at LeConte Wealth Management. He develops strategies for mutual fund accounts, individually managed advisory accounts as well as client portfolios managed by outside investment management firms.

Kevin began his career as a Portfolio Manager in the Trust Investments Department of AmSouth Bank where he developed customized asset allocation strategies for affluent trust clients. Prior to forming LeConte Wealth Management, he worked for six years as a Private Financial Advisor for SunTrust Investment Services, four of which he partnered with Mr. Grimm and LWM Sales Associate, Donna Bowman, to advise high net worth clients and prospects of the organization throughout the region. He is also an Investment Adviser Representative of Commonwealth Financial Network. Kevin holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Tennessee and a B.A. in Political Science and Music from Furman University. Mr. Painter holds the Series 7 and Series 66 registrations through Commonwealth Financial Network, and his insurance licenses for Life and Health.

Kevin serves on the boards of the United Way of Blount County and the Blount Memorial Foundation, and also volunteers his time with the Relay for Life and Maryville College Community campaigns. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking, playing his piano and his cello, and spending time outdoors with his family. Kevin lives in Maryville with his wife, Amanda, and their daughter Lila Kate.