President

Christopher Drew

Christopher Drew, Founder and President of BayTrust Financial is a Florida native, born in Fort Myers. Shortly after moving to Tampa in the spring of 2004, Christopher became highly knowledgeable in the health and life insurance arena, and later went on to obtain his series 65 license to become a registered investment advisor representative (IAR).

He evolved his focus to incorporate a comprehensive, client-focused approach to financial planning. Such discipline ensures that recommended programs encompass each client’s financial goals, time frames, and risk tolerance. With a client-focused, comprehensive plan in place and reviewed regularly, Christopher and his team strive each day, working one-on-one with his clients, to help them pursue their personal financial objectives. Through presentations at educational workshops and seminars throughout Florida, he is able to shed light on the ever changing financial landscape by elaborating on ways to protect assets and maximize returns on their investments where principal protection is the main objective, ensuring financial confidence throughout retirement.

In his spare time, Christopher enjoys spending quality time with his wife Mandy and two daughters Manning & Charleigh. He also enjoys boating, fishing, and staying active with sports.

Chief Operating Officer

Tyler Meek

Born and raised in Saratoga New York, Tyler attended The State University of New York at Delhi where he received a bachelors degree in Business and Professional Golf Management. He has worked as a golf professional at several different high end, private country clubs including The Saratoga Golf and Polo Club (Saratoga, NY), Sleepy Hollow Country Club (Westchester, NY), Streamsong Golf Resort (Bowling Green, FL) and most recently, Avila Golf and Country Club right here in Tampa where he has lived for the last 3 and a half years. Through his own personal experiences and networking over the years, Tyler has learned how important financial security is and how It can impact your future. After recently obtaining his Health, Life, and Annuities License, Tyler has started using his knowledge to educate his clients and help them secure a sound, financial future for themselves and their loved ones.

Josh Vogelbach

Meet Josh, a dedicated community leader with a passion for working with young athletes. For several years, Josh has been running his own sports-specific training program, 2 The Top, which has helped many young athletes improve their performance and achieve their goals. Throughout his career, Josh has cultivated a vast network of contacts and built strong relationships within the community.

More recently, Josh has decided to apply his considerable skills and experience into a new venture by joining BayTrust Financial.

As an experienced and well-connected individual, Josh understands the importance of trust, honesty, and reliability in this line of work. He is committed to delivering the highest-quality service to our his clients and earning their confidence through his knowledge, strong communication, and unwavering commitment.

Client Services Representative

Nolan Hudi

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Nolan moved to the Tampa Bay area at three years old. Nolan graduated from Calvary Christian High School in Clearwater, Florida before continuing his education and baseball career at Texas Christian University. After two years, he moved back to the Sunshine State to finish his division 1 baseball career and academics at the University of South Florida where he graduated with a B.A. in Economics. Nolan is determined to use his skills, such as his tireless work ethic and competitive spirit, to aid in assisting our clients. He continues to have a love of all things baseball and enjoys spending quality time with his loved ones, playing sports, and exploring new adventures

Client Services Representative

Chad Mullen

Originally from West Chester, Pennsylvania, Chad moved to the vibrant Tampa Bay area in early 2023. Chad is a registered Investment Advisor Representative with over four years of experience in the wealth management business. His most recent professional experience focused on creating comprehensive financial plans and recommending investment solutions for his clients. Chad has now directed his focus towards providing unparalleled client service.

His pride lies in delivering top-tier, personalized assistance to every individual that his firm serves. He brings a unique blend of experience and a focus on personalized assistance, ensuring that each client receives the level of service they deserve. When he’s not navigating the world of investments, you’ll catch him exploring new places, staying active, and embracing a healthy lifestyle.

Insurance Agent

Tim Cuyler

Originally from Rochester, NY, Tim established and successfully ran his own business as a sole proprietor in New York for many years. In 2014 he joined BayTrust Financial and has since studied finance at the University of South Florida. Tim strives to provide the latest information to his clients and to educate them regarding their health and life insurance, as well as promote time-tested wealth preservation techniques.

Insurance Agent

Jesse Brownfield

Jesse Brownfield joined BayTrust Financial as an insurance agent with a decade of experience in the financial services industry. He also has extensive knowledge of insurance products and how they can be leveraged for income, protection and estate planning. Now, his goal is to share everything he knows with our clients, giving them the power to make more informed financial decisions for their future.

Jesse is a people person at his core, and his favorite thing about his job is developing the connections he feels so lucky to have built over the years. It’s the reason he always puts clients first, no matter the situation, and he takes great pride in maintaining those relationships with hands-on, personalized service.

In his free time, Jesse is an avid golfer and stays active in the community. He is also a graduate of Culver Military Academy and The United States Military Academy Preparatory School at West Point. He then served as a member of the 152nd Infantry Regiment in the Indiana National Guard before moving into financial services. Whether in the military or as an agent, all his experience has shown him the value of service and how it can help those around him bring their financial dreams to life.

Insurance Agent

Vincent Yado

Client Services Representative

Richard Botti