Waverly Advisors
Partner, Wealth Advisor
CFPยฎ

Evan B. Crouse

Evan Crouse is a Partner and Wealth Advisor at Waverly Advisors, where he helps business owners, executives, and families navigate important financial decisions and prepare for successful retirements. Drawing on a diverse and unique background in military leadership, corporate finance, and wealth management, Evan is passionate about building lasting relationships and serving as a trusted advisor through every stage of a client’s financial journey.
Evan lives in Huntsville, Alabama, with his wife and two daughters. Outside of work, he is active in his local church, involved in youth sports, and loves spending time with his family

Specialization

Areas of Expertise

Retirement Planning & Income Strategies

Retirement income optimization, withdrawal strategies, and Social Security planning.

Cash Flow & Liquidity Management

Managing cash needs, budgeting, and liquidity across complex financial structures.

Philanthropic Planning & Donor-Advised Funds

Charitable giving strategies, foundation management, and donor-advised fund optimization.

Multi-Generational Wealth Planning

Family wealth continuity, values-based planning, and legacy design.

Business Succession Planning

Transition planning for closely held businesses and family enterprises.

Liquidity Events & Wealth Transition

Managing proceeds from business sales, IPOs, or liquidity events.

Tax Optimization & Mitigation

Year-round tax planning, projections, and strategy implementation.

Serving with Purpose

A Culture of Connection

Waverly takes its name from a meadow of quaking aspen trees, an ecosystem where individual trees are connected by a shared root system. Since 1999, that idea has inspired our firm: strong relationships, shared values, and the belief that we are better together.

Comprehensive Wealth Management, Connected by Design

Like an aspen grove, every part of a clientโ€™s financial life is interconnected. As an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), we bring together investment management, financial planning, tax strategy, trust and estate planning, and family office services to create coordinated solutions that simplify complexity and support long-term success.

A Culture Rooted in Service

Our culture of stewardship is guided by Integrity, Family, Grace, Team, Drive, Empathy, and Community. These values shape every client relationship, every decision, and every interaction. They are the foundation that keeps our people connected and ensures a consistent, high-touch experience across the firm.

The Difference Is Our People

While many firms offer financial advice, our greatest differentiator is our people. Waverlyโ€™s advisors, planners, investment professionals, tax specialists, and support teams work together to deliver thoughtful guidance and personalized solutions. It is this collaborative approach, and our commitment to serving clients with excellence and care, that transforms financial advice into lasting relationships.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Finance – University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL
  • Master of Finance – Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
  • Master of Business Administration – Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

Affliation

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

Community Involvement

  • Board Member – The Enrichment Center
  • Volunteer Coach in Youth Sports
  • Rivertree Church – involved in multiple ministries