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Columbia Office Information

720 E. Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201

Phone: (573) 874-8490

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Aaron Mott, J.D.

Wealth Management Advisor & Trust Officer

Direct Phone

573-874-8449

Email Address

aaron.mott@centraltrust.net

Aaron joined Central Trust in 2025 and brings experience in estate and trust administration, supported by a background in legal practice. In his role, Aaron works closely with clients to support trust administration and wealth management strategies tailored to their long-term goals.

Prior to joining Central Trust, Aaron practiced as an attorney, where he primarily worked on the administration of estates and trusts. His legal background provides a strong foundation for delivering thoughtful, detail-oriented guidance to clients navigating estate settlement and ongoing trust matters.

Education and Certifications

  • Juris Doctor, University of Missouri–Kansas City
  • Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, University of Missouri–Columbia

Interests and Activities

Outside of work, Aaron spends much of his time on his family’s farm, Seven Hills Livestock, in Clark, Missouri. He and his family raise Registered Polled Hereford and Wagyu cattle and sell beef directly to local consumers. Aaron enjoys assisting young adults with professional and skill-set development through programs such as 4-H and FFA and is an alumnus of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity. He enjoys spending time with his wife and son and is a devoted fan of the Missouri Tigers and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Our Columbia Team

Aaron Mott, J.D.

Wealth Management Advisor & Trust Officer
Amber-Myers

Amber Myers, CTFA, CISP

Vice President & Relationship Manager
Art-Blackman

Arthur Blackman, MBA

Vice President & Portfolio Manager

Brett Windsor, CFA

Associate Portfolio Manager
Bryan Alee

Bryan Allee, J.D.

Executive Vice President & Chief Fiduciary Officer
Assistant Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor, Chris Harris.

Chris Harris, J.D., CPA, CFP®

Assistant Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor
Chris-Watkins

Chris Watkins, J.D., CTFA

Vice President & Relationship Manager
Denny-Lachcik

Denny Lachcik, MBA

Vice President & Portfolio Manager

Destiny Dollinger

Wealth Management Advisor
Beth-Naylor

Beth Naylor, CTFA

Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager
Vice President & Portfolio Manager, Gary Dyer.

Gary Dyer, CFA

Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Greg-Berg

Greg Berg, CFA, CAIA, MBA

Senior Vice President & Regional Chief Investment Officer
John-Bailey

John Bailey, CFP®

Executive Vice President & Chief Revenue Officer
John Stringer

John Stringer, CFP®, CTFA

Senior Vice President & Columbia Market Executive
Kim Schwend

Kim Schwend, CISP

Vice President & Relationship Manager

Megan Crocker

Assistant Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor

Missy Montgomery, MBA, CAP®

Wealth Management Advisor
Teresa Douglass

Teresa Douglass, J.D., LLM, CPA

Senior Vice President & Senior Fiduciary Officer