From finance professional to national media personality, entrepreneur, and trusted advisor to thousands.
Ted's career in finance began with a deep commitment to understanding how money actually works. After earning his degree and achieving his financial planning credentials, he spent years working directly with clients, learning the real-world challenges that keep people awake at night.
He quickly realized that the financial industry was failing everyday people. Complex jargon, hidden fees, and advice that didn't match real life were costing families thousands of dollars. Ted saw an opportunity to change that.
In the mid-2000s, Ted co-founded oXYGen Financial, a firm dedicated to providing straightforward financial advice to business owners and high-net-worth individuals. The firm grew quickly, helping hundreds of clients navigate wealth building, tax strategy, and business transitions.
But oXYGen was just the beginning. Over the years, Ted has founded or co-founded multiple ventures spanning financial services, bookkeeping, IT solutions, and insurance. Each venture was built on the same philosophy: cut through the noise and deliver real value.
These entrepreneurial experiences taught Ted lessons he now shares on stages and screens across the country about business building, hiring, scaling, and the mindset required to succeed.
Ted's passion for translating financial concepts into plain English caught the attention of media producers. Appearances on CNBC, Fox Business, Bloomberg, and dozens of other platforms followed. His ability to explain complex topics in a way that resonates with everyday people made him a go-to expert.
From local Atlanta radio to national television, Ted has become one of the most visible financial voices in America. He's appeared on more than 500 broadcasts and platforms, always with the same mission: help people understand money so they can make better decisions.
His keynote speaking engagements take him to corporate boardrooms, industry conferences, and stages for audiences in the thousands. Whether he's addressing a room of entrepreneurs or advising a Fortune 500 financial firm, Ted brings insight, energy, and actionable wisdom.
Ted has authored multiple best-selling books, including "The 21-Day Budget Cleanse," "Real Life, Real Money," and "Life Is a Game of North and South." Each book tackles a specific challenge: how to take control of your finances, how to build sustainable wealth, and how to think like a strategic player in your own life.
Beyond books, Ted founded What Ted Says University to bring structured financial and entrepreneurial education to thousands of students. He believes that knowledge is the most powerful tool for building wealth and achieving freedom.
Today, Ted continues to evolve his platform — from hosting the "Red, White, and Green" podcast where he dives deep into business and personal finance, to one-on-one consulting with executives and entrepreneurs who want to level up their game.
At the core of everything Ted does is a simple belief:
"Money and business don't have to be confusing. When you cut through the jargon and focus on what actually matters, you can build real wealth, grow a real business, and live the life you designed."
No jargon, no BS. Just straight talk about money and business.
Advice that works in the real world, not just in theory.
Help people take control of their financial futures.
Tell the truth, even when it's uncomfortable.
Whether you want to book him for a keynote, explore a consulting opportunity, or just say hello, Ted's team is here to help.