Godfrey Spradlin – Private Wealth Advisors

OUR PROCESS

We believe strong relationships begin by understanding the most important aspects of your life, both financially and personally. A customized strategy and approach are created around those views you hold most dear, built on a foundation of mutual trust to guide you and your loved ones through life’s journey.

Private Wealth Management

We will always place your interests first and deliver a multifaceted and custom advisory experience. In addition to financial and retirement planning, we provide analytics around cash flow, taxes, and liabilities, as well as estate, trust, and insurance planning strategies.

Stratactical Investing

Our Stratarchical Investment Process has been tested through enduring bull markets, as well as turbulent bear markets. Our proprietary process, at its core, is designed to enable upside market participation while attempting to reduce the impacts during bouts of volatility.

Richard Godfrey, CRPC®

Managing Director, Godfrey & Spradlin Private Wealth Advisory
Investment Executive, RJFS

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CRPC®

About Me

The important things...
I truly believe that there have been many times that Divine Intervention has played a role in my life. How else could I explain a timeline progression of being born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, moving to New Jersey at 8 years old, spending 3 years in college in New Jersey, before switching to the US Military Academy, at West Point – and where I had to do the full 4 years – getting ready to resign from the Army before I was enticed for one more assignment – to Vicenza Italy - and when I landed in Venice, Italy, my Army sponsor, who helped me in-process, get my gear, etc., would ultimately become my wife, Cindy…..I cannot attribute that to just plain luck!

The professional things...
I found my next chapter beginning in 1992 when a move to Richmond, VA and an opportunity to join Merrill Lynch, as an advisor, came calling. Fate struck again when, 15 years into my career at Merrill, I decided to partner with a very young Matt Spradlin!! And, as they say: “The rest is history!!” It truly has been a partnership where 1+1=3. And then Amanda joined our team and our efficiency skyrocketed. It is a genuine pleasure to work with these two on a daily basis.

The interesting things...
My greatest joy is having two amazing daughters – Lexi & Ally – and witnessing their maturity into incredible, responsible human beings – even when they don’t listen to Dad…. I am passionate about my work and the families we serve, and I thank God for the luck I’ve had – and made – and look forward to every day, whether in the office, traveling with Cindy and the girls, reading on my iPad or even hacking away on the golf course. I stay involved with my Alma Mater, West Point, as Class President and having served on several committees there, and you will always hear me say: GO ARMY!!! BEAT NAVY!!!

Matthew J. Spradlin, CFP®, CEPA®™

Managing Director, Godfrey & Spradlin Private Wealth Advisory
Investment Executive, RJFS

Certificates

CFP®, CEPA®™

About Me

The important things...
I am married to my best friend and life rock, Beth. I have the most amazingly brilliant and energetic son, Reed, who keeps his mom and me on our toes and full of laughter. I am blessed with a loving family and friends; and I get to come to work every day and spend time with people who not only appreciate what we do for them, but genuinely care about us.

The professional things...
I was the first person in my family to attend, let alone graduate from college. I worked two jobs while paying for my education at Virginia Commonwealth University. I am incredibly proud that I obtained my BS in Finance and even graduated with a few Latin words after my name (Cum Laude), beginning my career in Wealth Management at Merrill Lynch in 2003. I continued my education as I built my career at Merrill and achieved the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification (CFP®), awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Our team joined Steward Partners and Raymond James in 2018 after nearly two years of extensive due diligence across numerous investment firms. In 2026, we made the decision, with great difficulty, to operate solely under Raymond James.

The interesting things...
The Wall Street Journal and Barron’s, spoken at conferences across the country, and received various accolades, the best conversations happen when I'm with the families we serve. That's when we talk about more intriguing topics—books, movies, dreams, travel, sports, children, grandchildren, and yes, even politics!

To sum up what makes me who I am: My Beth, and my Reed, are central to my life and are always a priority. My favorite book is All Quiet on the Western Front—I first read it at 14 and it changed my view on life (though Atlas Shrugged runs a close second). Old Christmas movies tug at my heartstrings, and I never fail to tear up at the end of Rudy and Field of Dreams. I’ve watched every episode of Seinfeld at least a hundred times (and now the same goes for Mad Men). My taste in music is eclectic; I love everything from Sinatra and Miles Davis to Garth Brooks and Elton John. I’m passionate about traveling and am always open to suggestions—NYC, Charleston, Boston, and Bar Harbor are more local frequent favorites. Although I treasure travel adventures, the ocean is my lifelong obsession. I'm a soul surfer at heart and own more surfboards than anyone outside the professional circuit should—many make appearances in my videos or calls!

Amanda Crawley

Assistant Managing Director, Godfrey & Spradlin Private Wealth Advisory
Account Executive, RJFS

About Me

The important things...
Wife, Dog Mom, and Aunt – My three favorite titles! My husband, Brandon, and I live a quiet life with our rescue dog, Izzie. There are few things I enjoy more than having a local beer on the porch with those two…except maybe a long road trip, a brunch with friends, or a new true crime documentary. I’m blessed to have a large and crazy extended family, both biological and not, and love when any of the kids calls for their “Auntie A!”

The professional things...
After finishing an Associate’s Degree in Mathematics and Education, I took additional courses in accounting and finance through Old Dominion University, while gathering a wide-range of work experience in customer service and management. When I joined the team in 2016, I also became Series 7 and Series 66 licensed, and have since completed the Customer Experience Program with University of Richmond’s School of Continuing Studies. Aiming to be a lifelong learner, I have also recently completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management, and completed the requirements to become a Certified Financial Planner®

The interesting things...
Passionate about problem-solving (in the office and out), you can find me on a day off finishing a jigsaw puzzle, concocting a new essential oil blend, or simply planning our next travel adventure! I truly look forward to learning about the families we serve, finding what we have in common, and figuring out ways I can make life easier.

Yalaina Dupre

Client Service Associate, RJFS

About Me

The important things...
My husband and I share our life with our 3-year-old Labradoodle, who is truly the center of our world. We love spending time with him and often plan our days around making sure he’s living his best life. Whether it’s walks, playtime, or simply relaxing together at home, he brings so much joy to our everyday routine.

The professional things...
I graduated from Radford University with a Bachelor of Business Administration, concentrating in Finance and Management. My education helped build a strong foundation in business, problem-solving, and working with others to achieve meaningful goals.

The interesting things...
I married my college sweetheart last year, and our dog was even part of the wedding, which made the day extra special. In recent years, I’ve also picked up golf as a hobby and try to get out on the course whenever I can. I’m also a bit of a health enthusiast and spend a lot of my time focused on fitness, staying active, and finding ways to keep my body moving.

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