Our Team

Blake serves as CEO and Lead Financial Planner at Robbins Financial, where he sets the vision for the firm and leads both clients and team members toward meaningful, intentional financial outcomes. With a background of building nine businesses from the ground up—including a seven-figure exit—Blake brings entrepreneurial insight, high energy, and a passion for helping others achieve results they couldn’t reach alone.

Family & Perspective: Married to Katherine—who proudly embraces a slower, “typical Dutch” pace—Blake is her fast-moving counterpart. Together, they balance each other well while raising Maverick (“the Kid,” as he insists) and preparing to welcome baby Myla Sue in August 2026.
Driven Builder: From launching multiple businesses to being recognized on the Forbes list (#13 Financial Professionals), achieving Top of the Table with Million Dollar Round Table, and being named the #1 Fee-Based Comprehensive Financial Planner in Prudential Financial, Blake is driven to build, grow, and execute at a high level.
Energy & Impact: Brings passion, clarity, and a sense of humor to everything he does—investing deeply in his team and clients to help them build intentional futures and accomplish more together than they could on their own.

Chief Strategic Officer & Senior Financial Planner

Shay serves as Chief Strategic Officer and Senior Financial Planner at Robbins Financial, bringing together strategic leadership, pastoral care, and real-world business experience. Having professionally led more than 6,000 people, he is deeply committed to building a culture rooted in care, collaboration, and purpose.

Married & Outnumbered: Married 20 years to his best friend, Ashley, raising six kids on a small farm complete with goats, chickens, pigs, cats, and a Labrador named Jill.
Big Conversations: Loves thoughtful conversations about faith, family, and free-market capitalism—often all in the same breath.
People + Purpose: Passionate about aligning sound financial planning with values, believing the best plans honor both people and purpose.

Chief Operating Officer

Steve serves as Chief Operating Officer at Robbins Financial, leading innovation, AI, operational excellence, strategic growth, and team performance. His background includes leadership at Walmart, overseeing a $5.27B P&L, and founding AI-driven technology ventures.

Proven Leadership: Brings data-driven insight, process optimization, and innovation to build scalable, high-performing teams.
Married & Blessed: Married 23 years to his wife Dedra, a dedicated teacher and partner in life and faith.
Family First: Proud father to two exceptional kids and a firm believer that time together—on the boat, the golf course, or vacation—is time well spent.

With more than 25 years of experience, Ryan brings deep expertise and steady insight to financial planning and client relationships. His broad background allows him to serve clients across all stages of life with thoughtful, well-rounded strategies.

Experience That Matters: Extensive knowledge in retirement, income, investment, estate, tax, and insurance planning—he’s seen just about every scenario.
Here to Help: Known for listening carefully, digging into the details, and working alongside clients and teammates to uncover the best possible solutions.
Life Outside the Office: Enjoys time with family and friends, boating local lakes, and watching Razorback sports—often with equal parts enthusiasm and emotion.

Nathan is a Financial Planner at Robbins Financial, blending thoughtful strategy with genuine care for people. A lifelong saver and problem-solver, he brings clarity, creativity, and trust to every planning conversation.

Planner at Heart: Started with a childhood love of saving birthday money—now his “piggy bank” is just a bit more diversified.
Balanced Living: Enjoys good food, card games, and finding the right balance between discipline and enjoyment.
Scouts Honor: Eagle Scout with a servant-hearted mindset and a commitment to doing what’s right—and being prepared.

Gavin is a Financial Planner at Robbins Financial, known for his entrepreneurial mindset, client-first approach, and enthusiasm for long-term financial strategy. He brings optimism, clarity, and a growth-oriented perspective to every client relationship.

Driven by Growth: A self-described go-getter with a constant desire to learn, improve, and help others do the same.
Big-Vision Energy: Aspiring world traveler and future multi-business owner with a deep involvement in real estate investing—and a passion for teaching others how to build wealth.
Joy in the Journey: Believes financial planning works best when it’s personal, purposeful, and paired with a little fun along the way.

Bryan is a Financial Planner with a heart for adventure, growth, and meaningful connection. As a former pastor, he brings empathy, encouragement, and perspective to every client relationship—helping others navigate both opportunity and uncertainty.

Faith & Family: Married 22 years, Bryan is committed to growing daily in faith, character, and service alongside his wife.
Re-Creation: Enjoys coffee shops, mountain biking, art, and music—places where culture, creativity, and community intersect.
The Encourager: Inspired by Barnabas, Bryan is dedicated to helping others dream, plan, and pursue what matters most.

Matt Robertson is a Financial Planner at Robbins Financial who brings enthusiasm, encouragement, and a serious desire to win to everything he does. A former college and professional basketball player, Matt loves helping people grow and achieve their goals — and many clients quickly become friends and teammates along the way.

At 6’8″, Matt has also single-handedly raised the average height of the Robbins Financial team. We’re currently exploring creative cropping options for future team photos.

Faith & Family: Matt has been married to the love of his life, Anne, for over 17 years, and they’re blessed with a son and two daughters. Together, they’re passionate about putting God first, others second, and themselves third.

Life Outside the Office: If Matt isn’t on a date with his bride or hanging with his kids, he’s probably exercising, watching a great movie, eating something worth talking about, or listening to music WAY too loud.

Jake works closely with our lead advisor to support client meetings, follow through on planning decisions, and ensure a seamless client experience. He’s passionate about helping clients feel known, supported, and well cared for at every step of the planning process.

People First: Passionate about faith, relationships, and meaningful conversations that go beyond the surface.

Competitive by Nature: Fueled by curiosity, discipline, and a healthy dose of competition. Whether it’s learning, staying active, or chasing a challenge, Jake brings energy and focus to everything he does.

Early Signs of Grit: Once won a sheep riding competition in second grade—proof that competitive instincts show up early.

Tanner joined Robbins Financial after seven years in ministry and education, where he taught, coached, and led teams. His passion for investing in people, building strong relationships, and developing successful teams carries into his work every day.

People Builder: Experienced in teaching, coaching, and leadership, with a heart for helping others grow personally and professionally.
Book-Loving Learner: An avid reader who has averaged more than a book a week since high school—and still counting.
Refuge Outdoors: Dreams of building a ministry that connects hunting, fishing, and the outdoors with rest, renewal, and spiritual health.

Kole Jenks joined Robbins Financial after earning his BS in Finance from College of the Ozarks — better known as “Hard Work U.” A former left-handed pitcher for the Bobcats, Kole brings the same preparation, consistency, and attention to detail to serving clients. He holds the SIE, Series 7, Series 66, and Life & Health licenses.

Faith & Family: Grounded in his faith and recently married to his wife, Jiliyan, Kole is learning that marriage, much like pitching, requires patience, communication, and knowing when not to argue with the umpire.

Servant Leadership: Believes the best leaders serve first and brings that mindset to supporting clients and teammates.

Mound to Green: Kole has traded the pitcher’s mound for the golf course, where he’s still waiting for his college-athlete credentials to translate into a lower handicap.

Ashley serves as Operations Assistant at Robbins Financial, keeping things organized and running smoothly behind the scenes. With a steady hand and thoughtful approach, she brings structure to a busy—and very familiar—team.

Rooted in Faith & Family: Married to Shay for 20 years and devoted to raising their six children while living simply on their Ozark homestead.
Everyday Joys: Loves the outdoors, long walks (often paired with prayer), reading, and the occasional TJ Maxx adventure.
Life Motto: Strives to live simply, love fully, and walk faithfully.

Hannah serves as Executive Assistant at Robbins Financial, bringing more than a decade of experience supporting leadership teams and keeping operations running smoothly. She is highly organized, dependable, and focused on creating a seamless experience for both clients and colleagues.

Family First: Married for 20 years and the proud mom of four—two girls and two boys—she is intentional and joyful in her role as wife and mother.
People-Focused: Grounded in faith, family, and community, Hannah loves building meaningful relationships and connecting with others.
Heart for Community: Passionate about encouraging and supporting young moms, helping them feel seen, heard, and connected.