About us
Our Collective Approach

At Integra Wealth, we’re a fee-only, independent Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm committed to helping individuals and families make confident, well-informed financial decisions.

With offices in Chattanooga, TN and Cary, NC, we specialize in comprehensive financial planning that goes beyond investments — integrating retirement, tax, estate, insurance, and cash flow strategies into one cohesive plan. As fiduciaries, we don’t sell products or earn commissions — our only focus is doing what’s best for you. Whether you're planning for retirement, navigating equity compensation, or simply seeking clarity around your finances, we’re here to provide guidance that’s personal, objective, and built around your goals.

The Integra Team

Meet our dedicated team

At Integra Wealth, our leadership is driven by a shared commitment to independence, integrity, and client-first fiduciary care.

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David A. Hodges, CFP®
Founder - Principal Advisor
A Chattanooga native, David Hodges founded Integra Wealth in 2000. He holds dual degrees in Economics and Spanish from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and is fluent in Spanish. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, David provides objective, fee-only advice, adhering strictly to a fiduciary standard—never receiving commissions for product sales. He is a member of the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA) and the Financial Planning Association (FPA). David is dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals through comprehensive planning and personalized strategies.
ABOUT DAVID
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Nick Faulkner, CFP®
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Nick Faulkner joined Integra Wealth in April 2025 as Chief Operating Officer and Lead Advisor. A native of Pinehurst, NC, he earned a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from UNC–Wilmington. Nick began his career in June 2018 at a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and later worked at Dimensional Fund Advisors. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, he is committed to delivering objective, fee-only advice under a fiduciary standard. Nick focuses on crafting comprehensive financial plans to help individuals and families achieve their financial goals
ABOUT NICK
Our impact in numbers

Numbers that speak for themselves

Our services provide high-quality infrastructure maintenance, ranging from cleaning urban areas to maintaining streets and sidewalks in good condition.

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We process 500+ tons of waste yearly.

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15+ years in city cleaning  and waste management.

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Serving 30+ cities with cleaner streets.

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We recycle 70% of collected waste.

Why Choose Us

We combine transparent, objective advice with advanced planning services.

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Fee‑only, fiduciary‑first philosophy

We never receive commissions, and our clients’ interests always come first.

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Client‑centered, comprehensive planning

From discovery to ongoing progress meetings, our process is built to support your evolving needs.

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Deep experience paired with fresh perspective

Over 20 years of leadership from David, coupled with innovative insights from Nick’s recent tenure at top financial institutions.

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Highly credentialed leadership:

Both David and Nick are CFP® professionals, bound by rigorous ethical standards.