Who We Are
Certified Financial Experts Who Care
Our financial coaches believe that everyone, regardless of credit score or income, should have the tools and resources needed to build a brighter financial future for themselves and their family.
In addition to being certified through the Association for Financial Counseling and Education (AFCPE), our financial coaches collectively bring:
- 27 years of financial coaching experience
- 24 years in community development
- 21 years in social work
This allows us to meet people where they are—financially, emotionally, and practically.
Leadership & Governance
AOF’s Executive Director brings 20+ years of leadership experience in education, marketing, and community development.
AOF’s Board of Directors is deeply engaged, offering hands-on leadership and demonstrating commitment through 100% participation in personal giving, which represents nearly 10% of the organization’s annual budget.
Meet the Team
Beth McConkey
Executive Director
Beth McConkey
Executive Director
Adam Taylor, AFC
Co-Founder and Senior Financial Coach
Adam Taylor, AFC
Co-Founder and Senior Financial Coach
- Email:ataylor@aofcoaching.net
Hannah Newberry, AFC
Financial Coach and Program Manager for STRONG Families NETN
Hannah Newberry, AFC
Financial Coach and Program Manager for STRONG Families NETN
Barbara Tipton, AFC
Financial Coach
Barbara Tipton, AFC
Financial Coach
- Email:btipton@aofcoaching.net
Rebekka Jackson, MSW, AFC
Financial Coach
Rebekka Jackson, MSW, AFC
Financial Coach
- Email:rjackson@aofcoaching.net
Abigail Gaines
Operations and Communications Coordinator
Abigail Gaines
Operations and Communications Coordinator
- Email:againes@aofcoaching.net