Waverly Advisors
Partner, Regional Director, Wealth Advisor
MBA

Kelly S. Clary

Kelly Clary develops comprehensive strategies with clients that focus first on protection of assets, risk management and generational wealth transfer.

With more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Kelly has extensive experience serving clients in the private and public sectors, as well as providing financial planning and asset management along with other financial related services for families and individuals. Kelly resides in Huntsville with his wife and their three children. Kelly and his wife enjoy being involved in numerous civic and community activities throughout Huntsville and surrounding areas.

Areas of Expertise

The framework is organized intoย six primary pillars, each with detailed sub-specialties that advisors can select as self-identified areas of expertise.ย 

Investment strategy & portfolio management

Comprehensive investment oversight across public and private markets.

Wealth Planning & Strategy

Holistic financial planning and multi-generational wealth stewardship.

Private Markets & Alternative Investments

Access to private equity, private credit, real estate, and real assets.

Family Enterprise & Business Advisory

Business transition, succession planning, and family governance.

Tax, Estate & Legacy Planning

Tax optimization, estate structuring, and multigenerational legacy design.

Specialized Clients Needs

Customized solutions for unique life events and complex situations

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 Management and Human Relations
  • Trevecca Nazareen University, Nashville, TN
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

Community Involvement

  • Huntsville Police Citizen’s Foundation, Chairman of the Board
  • Wellstone Be the Rock Capital Campaign, Member
  • Huntsville SOF Network, Board of Directors

Ask Me About

  • Asset protection and distribution
  • The importance of proper planning in the event something happens to you
  • My passion for motivating and serving people
  • Growing up the son of a Baptist preacher
  • Something called “Rat Jaw”