About Us

As a founding partner and president of Atlas Retirement, Evan strives to work with clients to create integrated strategies with the goal of providing a roadmap for life.

Since 2002, Evan has been helping clients discover retirement strategies tailored to their goals and needs. Not only is Evan an advocate for his clients, but he also loves being a retirement coach for both his clients and other industry professionals.

Evan Ward has appeared in Forbes BrandVoice, a global media company focusing on business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership, and lifestyle. Evan has also been featured in Consumer Reports, a nonprofit organization dedicated to unbiased product testing, investigative journalism, consumer-oriented research, public education, and consumer advocacy.

Evan has a beautiful wife, Tanya, and four wonderful children: Eric, Julie, Kyla, and Alex.

Coaching is in Evan's heart and depending on the season you’ll find him coaching kids in football, baseball, lacrosse, basketball, and the word of God. Whether it’s coaching his kids’ youth sports teams or leading a Sunday school class at church, you will find him helping people achieve higher goals.

Three Things You May Not Know About Evan!

1. His top bucket list items are to travel to the castles on the southern coast of Spain and to start a boy’s youth leadership ministry.
2. His first concert was to see Lynyrd Skynyrd, but his favorite concert was seeing the Black Crowes and Outkast at UGA’s Legion Field.
3. His greatest achievement in sports was watching the boys and girls he coached in elementary and middle school win championships, set school records, and grow into strong young adults and leaders on and off the field.

Tanya grew up in the small town of Sandersville, but has resided in Canton, Georgia since graduating from The University of Georgia with a BBA in Marketing with a concentration in Management. She has been happily married for 20+ years to Evan and loves being a mom to four precious children and teenagers. It has been her honor to walk alongside her husband as Atlas Retirement has grown and prospered. Tanya enjoys contributing to the family business by utilizing her expertise in accounting and marketing.

When she's not working, she enjoys watching her children play sports and sitting back to read a good book.

Chelsea has lived and worked in Cherokee County her whole life. After graduating nursing school, she began working as a maternity nurse at Kennestone Hospital. After five kids of her own, Chelsea started working with her brother-in-law at Atlas Retirement. As a client relationship director, her overwhelming positivity, energy, and enthusiasm makes her an invaluable addition to the team. She has been happily married for 20+ years to Evan’s brother Eric.

When she's not working, she enjoys watching her children play baseball and is an award-winning chef.

Jessica is a seasoned Senior Executive Coordinator with over 20 years of experience providing high-level support to C-suite executives and management teams. A graduate of Golden State University in California with a Bachelor of Science degree, she has spent 15 years working in various roles within the finance industry before transitioning into executive operations. Known for her adaptability, attention to detail, and strategic problem-solving, Jessica excels in managing complex projects, streamlining operations, and fostering collaborative team growth.

Beyond her professional achievements, Jessica is a proud mom of two teenage boys and is married to an active-duty U.S. Navy officer. She finds her greatest joy during her off days by spending quality time with her family, creating meaningful memories together. Whether organizing calendars or coordinating life at home, Jessica approaches every task with integrity, poise, and professionalism. She takes pride in being a supportive force behind senior leadership success and values opportunities to make a meaningful impact, all while cherishing the balance of her professional and family life.

Born in Texas and raised in Georgia, Gretchen has built a successful 16 year career in corporate America, specializing in finance, accounting, customer service, and customer relations. With a sturdy foundation in financial management and a deep commitment to fostering positive client interactions, Gretchen has consistently demonstrated an ability to bridge the gap between complex business strategies and customer-centric solutions.

Throughout her career, Gretchen has honed a keen understanding of the financial landscape while always prioritizing the human side of business. From managing detailed financial processes to crafting seamless customer experiences, she has developed a reputation for delivering results that benefit both the bottom line and the customer experience.

Outside of work, Gretchen is deeply family oriented. Married with a young daughter, she values the balance between a successful career and a fulfilling home life. Gretchen believes in the power of strong family bonds, which serves as both a personal motivation and a source of inspiration in her professional journey.