Peyton Gentry is a Financial Advisor with the Payne & Mencias Group at Merrill, where he has been serving clients since 2020. He works with clients, often spanning multiple generations, to develop strategic plans for long-term wealth management. Peyton utilizes the resources of the Payne & Mencias Group, Bank of America, and collaborates with CPAs and attorneys to address the complex financial needs of his clients with accuracy and efficiency. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance with a focus on Wealth Management from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, Bloomington. In 2021, Peyton obtained his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification and continues to emphasize ongoing education. He holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Residing in Jasper, Indiana, Peyton is actively involved in his community through various organizations including the Heart of Jasper, Young Professional Network of Southern Indiana, Mentors for Youth, Dubois County Community Foundation, and Jasper High School Girls Soccer, where he serves as a varsity assistant coach. He contributed over 300 volunteer hours in 2023. Peyton also maintains an active lifestyle and enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing.