About Foothills Financial Strategies

At Foothills Financial Strategies, we understand that true financial success isn’t just about wealth—it’s about strategy, foresight, and the right team guiding you forward. High-net-worth individuals and accredited investors require a comprehensive approach to financial management, one that extends beyond investment strategies to include tax planning, estate structuring, and legal considerations. That’s why we don’t work in isolation. Instead, we partner with your trusted advisors—CPAs, attorneys, and other financial professionals—to ensure every aspect of your financial world is aligned and optimized for long-term success.

The financial services industry has long operated in silos, with professionals working independently rather than in unison. At FFS, we believe collaboration is the key to unlocking true financial potential. By integrating expertise across disciplines, we create customized solutions that serve your best interests, helping you preserve and grow your wealth efficiently. When your advisors work together, you benefit from a unified strategy—one designed to protect your assets, minimize tax burdens, and maximize your financial legacy.

Chip and daughter enjoying time in Park City

Tailgating for UGA with friends and clients

Recent bird hunting trip in Arkansas

Meet Our Team

Chip Strickland

Principal

(706) 521-1757

chip@foothillsfinancialstrategies.com

Chip Strickland began his career in Financial Services in 2009 after a successful 12-year stint as a small business owner in Northeast Georgia. Throughout the last decade, Chip has molded his experience working for a large insurance company and for a central regional bank into an Independent Financial Planning practice. His company, Foothills Financial Strategies, specializes in assisting small business owners and their families with their investments, business succession planning, and tax mitigation strategies. He has come full circle from his days as a small business owner and the unique challenges family-owned enterprises face in this increasingly complex financial environment.
Chip values time with his family making the most of every opportunity to create lasting memories together. A proud graduate of the University of Georgia, he remains an avid supporter of his alma mater, cheering on the Bulldogs at football and baseball games. An outdoor enthusiast, he has a passion for bird hunting—especially quail, pheasant, and duck—and enjoys skiing.

Registered Broker in Georgia, Florida , New Mexico, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin

Registered Investment Advisor in Georgia

Passed exams for SIE, Series 7 and Series 66

Broker Check by FINRA

Cary Hise

Strategic Partner

(817) 657-8181

Cary Hise is an experienced Investment Advisor Representative (IAR) specializing in helping high-income and high-net-worth individuals achieve their retirement goals. He focuses on removing financial roadblocks, optimizing tax strategies, and creating personalized plans that maximize wealth and security. Cary’s strategic approach ensures clients can build, protect, and enjoy their financial future with confidence.

Registered Broker in Connecticut , Louisiana , Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas

Registered Investment Advisor in Louisiana and Texas

Passed Exams for Series 6TO, SIE, Series 65, and Series 63

Broker Check by FINRA

Securities Offered Through Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC

Member FINRA/SIPC

Advisory Services Offered Through Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC
901 N. Broad Street Rome, GA 30161