Sherri Over, NAACFTM

CEO & Financial Protection Specialist

Sherri Over’s work in holistic financial planning is not simply a career—it is a calling shaped by faith, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to helping others protect what matters most.

Years ago, Sherri faced circumstances she never could have imagined. In what felt like a moment, the …

Sherri Over’s work in holistic financial planning is not simply a career—it is a calling shaped by faith, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to helping others protect what matters most.

Years ago, Sherri faced circumstances she never could have imagined. In what felt like a moment, the financial foundation she believed was secure collapsed. Everything she had worked for was gone. The devastation was profound, forcing her to rebuild not only financially but personally.

What carried her through that season was her faith.

It grounded her when the future felt uncertain and strengthened her resolve to move forward. Giving up was never an option. Commitment, dedication, and determination became essential as she began the difficult process of rebuilding her life.

Those unimaginable circumstances ultimately became the catalyst for her life’s work.

Rather than allowing the experience to define her by loss, Sherri allowed it to shape her purpose. She developed a deep conviction that people deserve clarity, protection, and thoughtful guidance when it comes to their financial future. She saw firsthand how quickly things can unravel when strategy and oversight are absent—and how many individuals and families are left navigating important financial decisions without the knowledge they need.

Education therefore became a cornerstone of her work.

Sherri believes that when people understand their options, they are empowered to make wise and confident decisions about their future. As Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” Yet many of the most significant financial risks people face later in life—tax exposure, longevity, healthcare costs, market volatility, and income sustainability—are often misunderstood or overlooked entirely. Helping families understand both the opportunities and the often unseen risks in retirement planning allows them to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and wisdom.

That awareness allows the families we serve to approach retirement not with uncertainty, but with a thoughtful strategy designed to protect what they have worked a lifetime to build.

Sherri approaches every client relationship with a strong moral compass. Doing what is right for the client is not simply good business—it is the only way she believes business should be done.

At The Athena Team, our mission is simple: to help individuals and families protect what they have worked so hard to build and move forward with clarity, confidence, and lasting peace of mind.

Rooted in wisdom, protection, and stewardship, The Athena Team exists to help families make thoughtful financial decisions today so their future—and their legacy—can stand secure tomorrow.

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Kristi Bruketta

Chief Organizational Officer

Kristi serves as Chief Organizational Officer, keeping all the pieces in place to ensure smooth operations and exceptional client care. She is deeply focused on creating a supportive, well-organized environment where advisors can thrive and clients feel truly valued and well assisted. Kristi’s attention to detail and heart for service help ensure that every client experience is seamless and positive. Outside of work, she cherishes time traveling with her husband and son, and loves cheering on their son at lacrosse games across the country.

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Ryan Morales

Client Support Specialist

Ryan is a Client Support Specialist dedicated to making sure every client feels cared for, protected, and informed. Working behind the scenes, he manages the details that help families move forward with confidence and stay focused on their financial goals. Ryan takes pride in being a steady source of support for both clients and advisors. In his free time, he enjoys hiking local trails, appreciating the reminder that—much like life—every journey has its climbs and peaceful stretches, best navigated with intention.

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Personalized Guidance Backed By Real Support.

We’re often asked, “Who supports all of this behind the scenes?” The answer is: a full team—not just one advisor, or one office. As independent fiduciaries, we choose to stay small enough to know you personally, yet partnered strongly enough to provide the depth, resources, and continuity your plan deserves.
Through our strategic partnerships with Foundations Investment Advisors and Magellan Financial, we have a full back-office support structure that includes:
Case design and advanced planning for retirement income, tax strategy, estate considerations, and portfolio design
Institutional-quality investment research and ongoing portfolio management
Dedicated onboarding, service, and compliance teams that ensure a smooth, professional, and reliable client experience
This means your plan is never dependent on a single person—your relationship is with The Athena Team, not just one advisor. Should life change—yours or ours—your strategy remains protected, supported, and actively managed.
We are intentionally not a big-box firm. Your financial life doesn’t fit a template, and your guidance shouldn’t either. Here, you get custom planning, proactive communication, and a team that knows you, your goals, and your story.