Matthew Laird
Atlantic Union Bank
AVP, Business Banker
As an AVP, Business Banker II with Atlantic Union Bank, Matt works with business owners to reach their strategic goals through lending, deposit/cash management, and strategic planning. In addition to traditional bank lending, Matt focuses on Business Acquisition/Sale lending, serving as the connection between aging business owners and their retirement goals. Through his banking career, Matt has worked every position in a bank branch to include managing several branches, and maintained multiple volunteer roles to serve the communities in which he does business. Currently, Matt is the Chair of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Charlottesville Committee, Treasurer of the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville, Board Member of the Kiwanis Foundation of Charlottesville, Advisory Board Member of the Valley SBDC, and a Life Skills Teacher at the Valley Mission in Staunton.
Alex Rayfield
Virginia’s Choice Home Inspections
Professional Civil Engineer and Virginia-Licensed Home Inspector
I’m Alex Rayfield, a Professional Civil Engineer in the state of Virginia, specializing in vertical and horizontal structures, and a Virginia-licensed home inspector.
In 2011, a deadly natural disaster in my home state of Alabama changed the way I view structural engineering and the safety of the homes we live in.
I’ve worked professionally in Houston, Roanoke, and Washington, D.C. in civil engineering, structural engineering, and structural superintendent roles across industries that include government, local municipalities, healthcare, residential, and commercial construction.
Today, I help home owners understand where they live, why the structure in which they call “home” is built the way it is, and get peace of mind so they can sleep soundly in a structure they trust will keep them and their family safe.
I live in Charlottesville, Virginia, and also own Elevated Structural Solutions, a structural engineering consulting firm that serves central Virginia through custom home design, construction administration, permitting, home repairs, additions, and renovations.
Erica May
YES Realty Partners
Real Estate Agent
A Barboursville native with deep roots in Central Virginia, Erica May is passionate about helping people find a home that fits their family and lifestyle. As a REALTOR® with Yes Realty Partners, she brings local knowledge, a strong work ethic, and a genuine commitment to her clients. Erica loves spending time outdoors—hiking, gardening, golfing, skiing with her dad, and enjoying life with her husband and two boys. She’s also active in the community through organizations like The Arc of the Piedmont and Love No Ego.
Michael Noe
YES Realty Partners
Real Estate Agent
Michael has lived and worked up and down the East Coast—from Connecticut and Baltimore to Atlanta, Norfolk, and Boston—gaining experience in construction, management, and finance along the way. He attended Virginia Tech and is a Hokies football fan, he also studied at Old Dominion University while living beachside in Norfolk. After a successful stint in finance in Boston, Michael returned to Virginia with a mission: to help expand access to affordable housing in the Charlottesville area. Now a licensed real estate agent, he’s focused on making a meaningful impact in his community. Outside of work, Michael enjoys golfing, hiking, skiing, and visiting friends across the country. He never misses a chance to be near the ocean and actively supports several charities throughout Charlottesville and Central Virginia.
Alex Mahone
Mahone Mortgage LLC
Loan Officer
Alex was born and raised in Charlottesville and graduated from Tandem High School and James Madison University. After graduating from James Madison, he worked for Americorps in Northern Virginia before joining the Peace Corps, where he served in Zambia, Africa for 2 years. Following the Peace Corps, he worked for the International Rescue Committee in Charlottesville for 3 years before starting with Mahone Mortgage in August of 2021. Alex is married to Maria Osorio, who he met in the Peace Corps, and they have two children named Benny and Lola.
Taylor Odom
Attorney
240 W Main St, Suite 100-237, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
Taylor Odom is an attorney in Charlottesville who handles transactional matters related to real estate, business, and estate planning. Taylor enjoys spending his free time with his wife and son traveling, riding bikes, playing tennis, or hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Ryder Kenerson
Virginia Global Asset Management
Managing Partner
With a background spanning technology leadership and investment management, Ryderbrings a modern, analytical approach to comprehensive wealth planning. As Managing Partner of Virginia Global Asset Management, a family-owned independent Registered Investment Advisor founded in 2007, Ryder works closely with individuals and families approaching or entering retirement to help them make confident, well-informed financial decisions.
Before joining Virginia Global, Ryder spent nearly two decades in technology and operations, including many years as a Chief Information Officer in the market-research and data-analytics industry. That experience informs his work today – particularly in portfolio analytics, financial planning technology, process optimization, and translating complex financial concepts into clear, actionable guidance. He holds the Series 65 license and remains deeply engaged in ongoing education around tax law changes and retirement planning strategies.
Ryder is a two-time graduate of the University of Virginia and is actively involved in the Charlottesville community through educational seminars and client events. In his free time, he enjoys tennis, spending time with friends and family, and checking out new restaurants around town.