Avant Capital, LLC welcomed Walter “Walt” B. Kilby as part of the team in April 2026. He holds his Series 65 license, Florida Life and Health Insurance license, and is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance.  Walt brings a distinctive perspective shaped by both formal training and decades of real-world financial discipline. 

While his professional career advanced in media and advertising—where he held leadership roles including General Sales Manager and Talent Development Manager—Walt built a diverse background spanning sales leadership, training and development, and business consulting. He has led large teams, managed significant revenue portfolios, and spent years coaching and developing professionals.  These experiences strengthened his ability to educate, guide, and communicate complex ideas with clarity.  He has consistently and successfully applied financial principles to build and protect his own wealth over time. The personal experience of navigating both wealth accumulation and the financial complexities of supporting aging family members has also greatly impacted his perspective. He has a deep understanding of clients whose priority is to preserve and prolong assets in a way that they may sustain long-term financial security and quality of life.

Walt is committed to upholding the highest standards of fiduciary responsibility, discretion and care.  His philosophy centers on helping clients to fulfill their expressed personal goals in pursuit of their long-term, risk-adjusted return and capital preservation objectives while minimizing unnecessary costs.  Equally important is Walt’s belief that effective financial planning begins with truly understanding each client—both financially and personally. Known for his approachable style, he prioritizes clear communication, trust, and consistency, with the goal of building long-term partnerships and earning referrals through a high level of service and results.

Walt welcomes clients nationwide and at any stage of life.  He and his wife, Kristi, have been married for 14 years and have called Santa Rosa Beach, Florida home for the past 6 years.  He maintains strong ties to Virginia, where he is originally from, and New Jersey, where he lived for eight years.  Walt looks forward to serving his clients and appreciates their referrals, wherever those relationships may lead.