Our Team

A four-decade veteran of the financial services industry, Ron’s genuine concern for his clients’ financial well-being is such that he will give them the advice they need to hear, not always the advice they want to hear. He has consistently been recognized as a Forbes’ Best in State advisor (2018-2023).

A graduate of the University of Virginia and lifelong resident of Richmond, VA, Ron has been deeply involved with organizations like the St. James’s Children’s Center and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Richmond. When Ron is out of the office, you can find him on the golf course, traveling, or spending time in Charleston.

The Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue, and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self- completed survey was used for the rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.

An essential cornerstone at Granite, Craig believes sound financial strategies require planning, discipline, and common sense. Integrity has been the guiding principle throughout Craig’s 35-year career, which he believes led to his success. To wit, he met the demanding criteria for and was awarded the Private Investment Management (PIM®) program’s designation of Portfolio Manager.

Craig has put heavy emphasis on professional development, earning the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ as well as Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA ™). Craig has also recently completed The Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) certification, which is an advanced certification for advisors who serve high net worth clients. All required him to pass rigorous examinations and meet stringent experience requirements. He also maintains his Series 7 & 65 registrations as well as insurance licenses in Virginia for Life, Health, and Annuities.

In his free time, you might find Craig exercising or puttering around the garden outside his West End home. He and his wife Robin also support their daughter Ally in her budding career in theater and the performing arts.

* The use of the CDFA™ designation does not permit Wells Fargo Advisors or its Financial Advisors to provide legal advice, nor is it meant to imply that the firm or its associates are acting as experts in this field.

** The PIM program may not be suitable for all investors. Please carefully review the Wells Fargo Advisors advisory disclosure document for a full description of our services. The minimum account size for this program is $50,000.

Having earned both the Chartered Financial Analyst® and Certified Financial Planner™ certifications, John brings to the team a broad depth of knowledge as it pertains to global markets, fundamental analysis, and investment planning fundamentals. In an increasingly complicated world with information at everyone’s fingertips, John believes this knowledge will help ensure the group’s clients receive the best possible advice.

A graduate of the University of Virginia, John enjoys tennis, golf, surfing, and spending time with his growing family. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity.

Having spent the bulk of his career on the institutional side of equity sales and trading, Thomas began working with individual investors when he teamed up with Ron Cain, Managing Partner, in 2009. He brings another perspective to Granite Wealth Management as it pertains to what a family office should be.

Giving back to the community is important to Thomas, and he takes pride in helping advance the missions of the various organizations he supports. Thomas was most recently involved with St. Christopher’s School, where he served as the Chairman of the Board of Governors.

A graduate of the University of Virginia, Thomas enjoys spending time with his family, visiting extended family and friends in New Orleans, and traveling.

Mandi has earned a reputation for delivering on her promises for the last 17 years, which is one of the reasons she now assists in managing over $635 million in brokerage assets as of 7/24/2023. Her deep understanding of her clients’ needs makes her a vital part of the Granite team.

Mandi achieved Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Continuing her education is important to Mandi. She has earned the Series 7, Series 66, Series 9 & 10 registrations as well as the Virginia licenses for Life, Health, and Annuities.

Outside of the office, Mandi is settled in her hometown of Midlothian, VA. She finds adventure with her children, Charlotte and Tripp. Mandi and her husband, Rusty, find great joy in serving the community through their church, Journey Christian, and as coaches for their children’s sports through Woolridge Athletic Association.