Our Team

Years of experience have prepared us to guide you through your life transitions.

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Professional Support that Feels Personal

We started Sandlapper Wealth Advisory to apply executive level thinking to individual financial planning with a highly personalized approach. We don’t rely on cookie-cutter models, but rather focus on understanding what matters most to you, ensuring that every investment decision aligns with your vision for the future.

A Deeper Meaning to Our Mission

Managing Director of Sandlapper Wealth Advisory, Mike Owens’ background and upbringing instilled in him many important values – a strong work ethic, responsibility, integrity, and problem solving. Mike is a South Carolina native and embraces the term “Sandlapper,” which has long been used to describe those with a deep connection to the state of South Carolina, particularly its rich history and tradition. Historically, this nickname symbolized resilience, a strong work ethic, and an enduring connection to local roots and values. In this same spirit, we believe in building personalized, long-term financial strategies that are rooted in each client’s unique goals and values.

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Mike Owens

Financial Advisor & Managing Director

A South Carolina native, Mike has called Savannah, Georgia home since 1997. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Finance Major from the University of South Carolina and completed the Executive Institute Program at the Graduate School of Business Administration at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

With a distinguished background in banking, Mike served as president, CEO, and director of three banks across South Carolina and Georgia. Under his leadership, each institution experienced significant growth and success, thanks to the strategic implementation of innovative expansion plans.

Mike’s career transitioned into investment advisory, where he spent ten years at a national investment firm. Throughout this time, he earned multiple accolades and eventually became a partner. His extensive financial experience allows him to provide tailored investment advice, focusing on each client’s unique circumstances and preferences.

At Sandlapper Wealth Advisory, Mike blends his experience in portfolio performance analysis, risk management, asset allocation, and tax strategies to create personalized financial plans that help clients achieve their goals. His approach includes researching and recommending individual stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs, as well as advanced wealth enhancement strategies, including tax considerations, cash flow planning, and effective wealth transfer.

Mike is committed to helping clients navigate the complexities of financial planning, always ensuring that each strategy aligns with their long-term goals.

Christina Wyatt

Client Relationship Manager

Christina attended the University of Georgia and earned her B.S.B.A. in International Business and Finance from Everest University. With over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance, she brings a strong foundation to her role as our Client Relationship Manager.

Christina is passionate about helping people and is committed to building long-term business relationships. She consistently demonstrates exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills, always striving to exceed expectations and create positive outcomes.