Tim has extensive experience in leadership development and scaling businesses across a broad spectrum of industries. His expertise in management consulting is highlighted by roles such as Partner-in-Charge at Grant Thornton, Managing Director at The Hackett Group where he led their Answerthink business unit, and SVP at Hitachi Consulting where he was a member of the firm’s Operating Committee. As an entrepreneur, he acquired his first multi-million-dollar business at age 24 and has since founded several startups, including MyBizWorld, iHs, BBE Group, and Luminosity Capital.

Today, Tim serves as Chairman of the Board of Managers at Sypnios, KMG Propel, and Agora Partners Holdings. He is also a Board Member of Bosko Partners, Solutions Now, and Luminosity Capital, and serves as President and sole Manager of BBE Group. As a Venture Partner, he coaches CEOs on leadership development, strategic growth, and creating flourishing businesses that have enduring impact.

At the heart of Tim’s leadership philosophy is a deep belief in stewardship and entrustment — viewing businesses, leadership roles, and investments not as possessions to be claimed, but as opportunities to wisely cultivate, multiply, and deploy resources for the good of others and the glory of God. He is committed to building organizations that create lasting value, empower others to flourish, and contribute meaningfully to the greater good across generations.

Tim holds a BA in Economics and Political Science from Colgate University, following his education at Pine Crest Preparatory School.

Dave McCalley has two decades of leadership experience at asset manager American Century Investments where he was the lead executive for the Digital team, Call Centers, Investor Centers and Client Communications. He spent seven years as CEO of N-Vu a startup serving professional photographers and most recently five years as President of Capital, a custom software development company. In addition to his vocational work, Dave is active in several areas of ministry. He also holds a BGS in music, finance and communication arts from the University of Missouri, an MS in exercise physiology and biomechanics from the University of Kansas and an MA in Christian Apologetics from Biola’s Talbot School of Theology.

Brian’s career spans over 25 years with extensive experience in the capital markets industry which includes three distinct career tracks, Commercial and Industrial lending, Residential and Multi-Family mortgage, and Alternative Lending.

Brian is an accomplished executive with many years of experience in credit risk management, financial analysis, and strategic leadership within the banking and financial services industry. With a proven track record of overseeing credit portfolios, he ensures the effective management of the credit risk and the development of sound lending practices.

Brian is responsible for setting credit policy, evaluating risk management strategies, and working with senior leadership to guide the organization’s credit decisions. Under Brian’s leadership, companies such as Lehman Brothers, Lehman Brothers Bank and Sharestates Investments has consistently adhered to sound principles while maintaining a strong growth trajectory and profitability. His experience spans the entire credit lifecycle, from origination and underwriting to collections and risk mitigation, providing the foundation for the organization’s success.

Brian holds a Degree in Business Finance & Administration from MSU Denver University and has earned formal credit training from Moody’s, Series 7 & 63 licenses. He is known for his strong analytical skills, in-depth industry knowledge, and ability to lead cross-functional teams through complex credit challenges. A passionate advocate for building sustainable credit practices while balancing growth and prudent risk management.

He regularly participates in industry forums, conferences, and panels sharing insights on credit risk trends, regulatory changes, and best practices.

Janet A. Nash is a dynamic and highly skilled attorney with over 30 years of experience in the financial services field. The bulk of her career was spent at American Century Investments, a Kansas City-based investment firm with close to $300 billion in assets under management, where she served most recently as Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel.  During her career, Janet was responsible for legal support of all distribution efforts around the world, including sales offices in London, Hong Kong, Sydney and Frankfurt.

Janet served as chief legal advisor and business partner to many members of senior and executive management, particularly in international sales and distribution. Janet regularly engaged with leaders at a variety of management levels, regulators in multiple countries, and clients around the globe. Janet is able to work on multiple highly complex matters concurrently and use legal, industry, and company knowledge to anticipate issues and lessen risks. Janet also is an inspiring leader both inside her industry and outside.  She speaks annually at the “Leaders of Tomorrow” student conference in Bucharest, Romania, on integrity in leadership.  Other leadership activities include Board President of Bach Aria Soloists, an internationally recognized performing arts organization; a member of the pastoral care team for her church, Northland Cathedral; and a member of the leadership care team for Young Life of Liberty, Missouri. 

Janet graduated summa cum laude from William Jewell College in 1990 with majors in Communication, International Relations, and Japanese Studies, and from the University of Michigan Law School in 1992.  

One of Janet’s passions is the arts, particularly music.  A cellist, Janet is a member of the Northland Symphony and Liberty Symphony Orchestras, and regularly performs at her church and with chamber ensembles.

Aaron uncovers and unlocks value through finance and investment partnerships at Agora Partners. He facilitates debt, financial offerings and programs, and facilitates investments that maximize  returns. Aaron does this by optimizing cash flow, and finding the win/win between groups.He also oversees the firm’s accounting functions.

Prior to joining Agora, Aaron spent 13 years in the financial industry, where he cultivated a background in portfolio construction, relationship management, and financial planning through many roles leading up to Financial Consultant. He earned his degree in Business Administration and Management from SMU’s Cox School of Business.

When he’s not in the office, you can usually find him staying active—whether he’s biking the local DFW trails or out for a walk with his fiancée, Jordan. They are also avid travelers who love discovering new places to eat.

Natalie supports the governance and organizational operations of Agora Partners as Secretary to the Board of Managers. She helps coordinate Board meetings and materials, maintain corporate records and ensures that Board actions and important decisions are thoughtfully documented. Natalie brings a strength for creating clarity, organization, and systems that help leaders and teams operate effectively.

Prior to joining Agora Partners, Natalie spent several years in client success and technology operations, where she developed a background in relationship management, process development, systems implementation, and cross-functional coordination. 

Outside of work, Natalie enjoys spending time with her family, finding new places to explore or foods to enjoy with her fiancé and pursuing creative hobbies.

Matt Schulz is a technology and product innovation leader who leverages first principles thinking and advanced technology to solve complex business challenges. He focuses on driving technology strategy, platform innovation, and scalable infrastructure to power Agora’s redemptive credit platform and long-term growth.

With more than 20 years of leadership across InsurTech, financial services, real estate, food & beverage, and entertainment, Matt has built a reputation for architecting forward-looking digital platforms and delivering measurable business transformation. He has held key product and strategy roles at USAA, American Family Insurance, Harrah’s Entertainment, Keller Williams, and Einstein Bagels.

Matt is widely recognized for shaping how agents work beyond the office through mobile technology and envisioning the future of insurance and financial services. Most recently, he led the development of Keller Williams’ API Marketplace and spearheaded AI and technology modernization at a leading independent insurance brokerage. Over his career, he has built and scaled digital platforms, launched multiple ventures, secured a patent in AI, and consistently driven double-digit improvements in sales and operational performance.

Matt holds an MBA and dual bachelor’s degrees in International Business and Information Technology, along with PMP, SAFe Agile, and CIW certifications.