About
Emily Barbour, CFP® is Principal and Head of Client Experience at Balentine, an Atlanta-based independent wealth management firm. In her current role, Emily oversees the design and delivery of a seamless, client-focused experience for high-net-worth families, ensuring their financial plans and investment strategies address both individual and generational objectives. She plays a key part in the firm's customized family office solutions, which include asset management across public and private markets, balance sheet and cash flow planning, and legacy stewardship for entrepreneurial families.
Emily specializes in working with affluent families and entrepreneurs, with a particular focus on holistic wealth management and tailored investment strategies spanning equities, fixed income, and alternative assets, including private capital offerings. Her role often involves advising on family governance, succession planning, and navigating complex wealth transfer issues, leveraging her expertise to deliver multi-generational impact.
With nearly two decades of industry experience, Emily has served as Relationship Manager and steadily progressed within Balentine, culminating in her leadership as Principal. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from Washington and Lee University and is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional, demonstrating significant expertise in behavioral finance and client engagement. Her contributions are recognized through firm leadership roles and her promotion to Principal in 2023, underscoring her commitment to building trust and driving innovation in private wealth advisory.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balentine | Principal | Jan 2023 to Present | — |
| Balentine | Head of Client Experience | Sep 2022 to Present | — |
| Balentine | Relationship Manager | Dec 2021 to Present | — |
| Balentine | Associate Relationship Manager | Apr 2020 to Dec 2021 | Balentine is a privately held wealth management firm focused on solving problems for entrepreneurs and families. Our deeply experienced team is dedicated to providing peace of mind and performance to ... |
| Balentine | Director Of Client Services | Jan 2018 to Apr 2020 | — |
| Balentine | Client Service Manager | Dec 2016 to Dec 2017 | In this role, Emily works with the Relationship Managers to cultivate client relationships through superior service standards in order to envelop each client into the Balentine family. |
| Balentine | Client Service Team Leader | Apr 2016 to Dec 2016 | — |
| Balentine LLC | Senior Associate, Client Relationship Team | Feb 2010 to Apr 2016 | — |
| Coxe Curry & Associates | Campaign Assistant | Mar 2008 to Feb 2010 | — |
| Holy Trinity College | Teacher Assistant | Jun 2007 to Dec 2007 | — |
Education
Washington and Lee University
B.A., Psychology
2003 — 2007
The Westminster Schools
High School
Others at Balentine LLC (6)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Adrian Cronje | Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer and Founding Partner | Atlanta, GA , United States |
| Senior Portfolio Analyst | Atlanta, GA , United States | |
| Head Trader | Athens, GA , United States | |
D Drew Traylor | Senior Investment Analyst | Atlanta, GA , United States |
| Associate | Marietta, GA , United States | |
| Principal | Raleigh, NC , United States |
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