James Dean

James Dean is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in financial advising, coaching, and organizational leadership. Currently serving as the President and Board Chairman of the John Stiger Ferry Charitable Foundation since 2014, James has been instrumental in preserving the founder’s intent for the organization. Alongside this role, James works as a Certified Halftime Coach for the Halftime Institute, assisting executives in transitioning to new life phases. Previous positions include Senior Financial Advisor at Ronald Blue & Co., where James specialized in financial and estate planning, and Executive Vice President at Trust House, Inc., where James co-founded a fee-only investment management firm. James also has a background in academia as a faculty member at Nova Southeastern University, teaching topics related to finance and taxation, and as controller for Coral Ridge Ministries. Educationally, James holds a Master’s degree in Accounting and a Bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science from The University of Alabama.