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GROWTH & IMPACT WEEK SPEAKER LINEUP

 The speakers at Growth and Impact Week are award-winning advisors, operators, and thought leaders who don’t just understand growth and impact, they execute it. Each speaker has been selected for their ability to translate methodology into real-world implementation, sharing how they’ve built in-demand practices through intentional, ROI-driven relationships with business owners. Expect candid perspectives, practical frameworks, and honest discussion around what works in today’s market,  from client selection and trust-building to accountability, culture, and value creation. This is not a stage of theorists; it’s a room of practitioners committed to helping you apply what you learn and accelerate results in your firm. 

 

Taylor Gardner

Taylor Gardner is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he helps individuals, business owners, and families build, preserve, and transition wealth with clarity and purpose.

Before entering financial services,...

ABOUT TAYLOR

Taylor Gardner is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he helps individuals, business owners, and families build, preserve, and transition wealth with clarity and purpose.

Before entering financial services, Taylor was an entrepreneur who successfully built and sold his own businesses. This firsthand experience gives him a unique perspective when working with business owners—he understands not only the financial side of a transition, but also the emotional and operational complexities that come with it.

In addition to his entrepreneurial background, Taylor is an award-winning innovator. He received an Edison Award for one of his inventions and was featured in a Shark Tank promotional segment, highlighting his ability to bring ideas to life and create real-world value. These experiences inform his practical, results-oriented approach to financial planning and exit strategy development.

Today, Taylor partners closely with clients to understand what matters most to them—whether that’s growing their business, preparing for retirement, or creating a lasting legacy. He specializes in developing personalized strategies that integrate investment planning, risk management, and long-term goal alignment. His relationship-driven approach emphasizes trust, transparency, and disciplined guidance through all stages of life and business ownership.

With a strong focus on exit planning, Taylor works with business owners to align their personal financial goals with the future of their companies—helping them prepare for liquidity events, succession, and long-term value optimization. He collaborates with CPAs, attorneys, and other professionals to ensure a coordinated, comprehensive approach.

Taylor remains committed to ongoing education and staying current on economic trends, tax considerations, and market developments. He takes pride in simplifying complex financial decisions so clients can move forward with confidence.