brad smith cfp

About Brad Smith, CFP®

Brad is a seasoned Certified Financial Planner™ professional and the founder of Capital Rock Wealth Management. With extensive experience in the financial industry, he previously served as a Senior Advisor at Meridian Investment Advisors, where he was part of a team managing over approximately $800 million in assets. Prior to that, Brad spent eight years as Manager of Bank Investments & Wealth Management at Farmers Bank & Trust in which he managed an approximately $800 million investment portfolio. He also worked as a Fixed Income Analyst at Crews and Associates for five years.

Experience

Brad holds a Bachelor of Business degree in Finance from the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, an MBA from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and is a graduate of the Banking School of Colorado.

About Capital Rock


Capital Rock Wealth Management was created out of the idea that everyone has a different goal in life, and that everyone should have a tailored plan in order to accomplish what they want in life. I’ve encountered my share of poor financial advice over the years.

There are plenty of financial salespeople who have conflicts of interest out there who rely on cookie-cutter approaches—giving you quick fixes or textbook solutions to make a fast profit. They’ll have you fill out a generic risk questionnaire and plug your numbers into a basic computer system, only to offer you the same advice they give to every client. But life doesn’t follow a template, and neither should your financial plan.

About Kate Price, Director of Operations

Kate Price serves as Director of Operations at Capital Rock Wealth Management, where she is dedicated to fostering strong client relationships through attentive, personalized support. She understands that clients are entrusting us with their life savings—often as they approach retirement or work to build a lasting legacy—and she approaches that responsibility with care and respect. Kate recognizes that the years spent enjoying life after a career, and the time shared with loved ones, are invaluable.

Outside the office, Kate enjoys spending time with her husband of 20 years, Joey—her high school sweetheart—and supporting their two teenage children at various sporting events.

Experience

Kate earned her degree in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing and Human Resources Management from the University of Tennessee at Martin in 2005. She brings more than two decades of operational leadership experience, previously serving as the Operations Managing Partner of a small business in Little Rock for 20 years. In that role, she managed day-to-day operations, implemented strategic initiatives, oversaw budgets, and cultivated a strong, intentional customer experience. Growing up in a family of small business owners, Kate developed a deep appreciation for thoughtful leadership and disciplined execution—qualities she brings to her work every day at Capital Rock.

Note From Kate


“I know if our clients are nearing retirement or in the mist of building their legacy. They have worked hard to enjoy life after their career, and I realize the time spent outside of work with their loved ones is special.”

About Stephanie Ondesko, Client Service Associate
Stephanie Ondesko serves as Client Service Associate atCapital Rock Wealth Management, where she supports the firm by helping ensure asmooth and responsive client experience. She understands that behind every account is a family, a business, and years of hard work, and she approaches her role with care, organization, and attention to detail.Since entering the financial services industry in 2021,Stephanie has provided dependable operational support and clear communicationto clients. In her fractional role, she works closely with the team to keepday-to-day processes running efficiently and consistently. 

Experience

Stephanie earned her Bachelor of Science in Health andWellness from the University of North Carolina at Asheville.Prior to joining the financial services industry, she spenteight years in the aviation cargo industry overseeing technical publications.In that role, she managed detailed documentation, coordinated directly withclients and the FAA, and maintained strict compliance standards. The positionrequired precision, efficiency, and proactive communication skills she nowbrings to her work in supporting clients and the firm.

Outside of work, Stephanie lives just outside of Hickory,North Carolina, with her husband, Kenny, their daughter, Raven, and their twosenior rescue dogs. She enjoys crocheting, baking, reading, exploring localcoffee shops, and being active in her church community. 
Capital Rock Wealth Managementis a registered investment advisor in the State of Arkansas and Texas. The adviser maynot transact business in states where it is not appropriately registered,excluded, or exempted from registration. Individualized responses to peoplethat involve either the effecting of transactions in securities or therendering of personalized investment advice for compensation will not be madewithout registration or exemption.