Abigail Carrell, CFP®

After completing several internships with the firm’s Wealth Management and Operations departments, Abigail Carrell joined Willis Johnson & Associates in 2023. 

Abigail approaches her role in wealth management with an emphasis on service and efficiency. She has a healthy sense of urgency, knowing that she helps people accomplish their financial goals daily with her work alongside the advisors. The belief that she can help others reach their ideals of financial success drives Abigail forward in her day-to-day activities. Her adept and adaptable nature provides a natural ease in juggling various daily situations. Her ability to use resources to accomplish tasks with minimal assistance is among her greatest strengths.

To further bolster her experience, Abigail participates in the Financial Planning Association’s NexGen Committee, providing input and networking for young industry professionals. The organization offers ongoing education on financial planning topics while supplying opportunities for her to learn how to contribute to the greater financial planning community. While in college, Abigail also participated in the Bauer Honors Student Advisory Board, which provided experience and knowledge through networking events, community service, and camaraderie with other ambitious students.

After her first semester interning at Willis Johnson & Associates, Abigail returned to complete two additional internships in a leadership role with more team oversight and responsibilities while completing her studies. She graduated with honors from the University of Houston with a degree in Finance and a certificate in Personal Financial Planning before joining the firm full-time. Among her accomplishments, Abigail considers her greatest one to be graduating early after completing four internships and securing a full-time job before graduation.

Abigail dedicates her time outside the office to looking for fun activities across Houston, reading, working out, and horseback riding. She also enjoys painting, shopping, and spending time outdoors.