Rick Dawson

Rick has been a financial advisor for over 40 years. Focusing on helping families build wealth, he also focuses on distribution strategies to honor their wishes. Rick says, “The happiest I know are people that get checks.” 

Rick is a native of Winterville, GA. He attended Athens public schools and is a graduate of the University of Georgia. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration from UGA.

He currently is a Deacon Emeritus at First Baptist Church of Athens, GA. Over his life, he has contributed to many civic causes. 

Rick has been married to Jill Saye of Athens for 50 years. He and Jill have two daughters, Laura and Emily. They also now have 5 grandchildren.

In his free time, Rick is at Lake Hartwell and spending time with his family. He loves the outdoors and sometimes just resting and studying the clouds.