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Bryan Sudweeks
Bryan Sudweeks was previously an Associate Teaching Professor of Finance at the Marriott
School of Business where he taught classes for 20 years related to Modeling and Valuation,
Investments, Asset Management, and Personal, International and Managerial Finance. He is the
lead behind the BYU Marriott School of Business “Personal Finance” website at
http://personalfinance.byu.edu, a free personal finance resource which can help people of all
abilities become more financially self-reliant.
He is married to the former Anne Dewey of Alton, Illinois, and they are the parents of seven
children, all boys except for six, and grandparents of ten, also all boys except for three.
Taylor Wagner
Scoring a perfect score on the Math section of the ACT, Taylor has always had a knack for logic
and financial analysis. After graduating with a Master’s of Accountancy from BYU with an
academic-based scholarship, Taylor started his career at KPMG in Salt Lake City. He eventually
led the audit engagement team as the “in-charge Senior” for the Intermountain Healthcare
Corporate Audit, Benefit Plans Audits, and the audits of several healthcare startup companies.
After working on assessing the financial health for Corporate entities, Taylor decided to change
gears and make his life mission improving the financial health of small businesses, individuals,
and families.
When he’s not in the office, you’ll find Taylor hiking or biking in the mountains, jamming out on
piano or guitar, spending time with friends and family, or going on some sort of new adventure
with his three favorites—his wife and his two young sons.
Paul R Conrad
Paul R Conrad earned a BS degree in financial services and a master’s degree in public administration from Brigham Young University. He began working for the BYU Financial Aid Office as a student and subsequently served as a financial aid counselor for nine years, and financial aid director for 6 years. He has also worked for the Utah Higher Education Assistance Authority (UHEAA), the university’s Benefits Office, TIAA-CREF, and LDS Foundation.
Paul now serves as the BYU Financial Fitness Manager. With over 20 years of experience advising students on their financial concerns, he is pleased to serve in this role at the university.
Paul also teaches SFL 260, Family Finance, as an adjunct instructor for the School of Family Life. He maintains a strong professional interest in financial education and enjoys helping students plan and prepare financially for their college enrollment, and for life beyond campus.
Married, and the father of 5 children (and 8 grandchildren), life is good –and busy! And, as a return missionary from Italy, he loves all things Italian.
Cassandra Fuentes
Cassandra Fuentes, who goes by Cass, transitioned from social work to the financial services industry in 2010, driven by her passion for helping people achieve their goals. With a master's degree in education, she creates engaging learning experiences for personal finance. Outside of work, Cass enjoys family moments, music, outdoor activities and sharing silly videos of her golden retrievers, Kobuk and Coda.
Holly Craig
Holly joined Mountain America Credit Union in 2017. She has been in the Financial Industry for over 20 years holding roles such as a Licensed Branch Manager, Small Business Banker, and Financial Guide prior to her becoming a Financial Education Manager. Holly is a National Social Security Certificate holder.
Holly’s passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through education. She believes that providing knowledge, along with resources and tools, will help guide others to financial wellness and overall happiness.
Holly is a proud mother of two adult sons. She enjoys live music, outdoor summer activities, and traveling adventures with her husband.
Holly is a proud mother of two adult sons. She enjoys live music, outdoor summer activities, and traveling adventures with her husband.