John Sastry

St. Louis Office Information

7707 Forsyth Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63105

Phone: (314) 725-9055

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

John Sastry, J.D., CFP®

Vice President & Financial Planning Officer

Direct Phone

314-746-4689

Email Address

john.sastry@centraltrust.net

John began his career as an estate planning attorney, where he drafted wills and trusts and developed an expertise in probate litigation. He litigated probate claims in nearly every Missouri county and was a member of the Probate Committee of the Missouri Bar.

John used his background as an estate planner to launch a career in financial services. Since then, he has held a number of roles requiring advanced technical knowledge and thought leadership.

John is also an Army veteran. He is former United States Army Officer, serving as a Tactical Intelligence Officer (Airborne) under the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC).

His primary role at Central Trust Company is to lead financial planning services across the company’s footprint.

Education & Certifications

  • Juris Doctor, University of Missouri – Columbia Law School – Selected to the Order of Barristers
  • Bachelor of Arts in History, Truman State University – Presidential Scholar
  • Certified Financial Planner™ professional (CFP®)
  • Distinguished Military Graduate, Army ROTC

Interests & Activities

John is an active member in his community, currently acting as Advisory Board Member at Missouri State University, Board Member at Center of Hearing and Speech, Board Member of Humanitri, and Chairman of the Board of the Missouri National Guard Hall of Fame.

John and his wife enjoy traveling and have traveled to many interesting locales around the world.

Our St. Louis Team

Anita-Acinelli

Anita Acinelli, CTFA

Vice President & Relationship Manager
Bryan-Cooper

Bryan Cooper

Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor
Carole Warnhoff

Carole Warnhoff, CTFA

Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager
Dan Gunn

Daniel Gunn, J.D., MBA

Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager
Dawn Federhofer

Dawn Federhofer, CTFA

Senior Vice President & Senior Relationship Manager
Emily-Heitman

Emily E. Heitman, CTFA

Fiduciary Officer & Relationship Manager
Jeff-Cowley

Jeff Cowley, J.D., CEPA, AEP®

Executive Vice President & St. Louis Market Executive
John Sastry

John Sastry, J.D., CFP®

Vice President & Financial Planning Officer
John Stieven

John Stieven, Sr., CFA, CFP®

Senior Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager
Kevin Bohn

Kevin Bohn, CTFA, CFP®

Vice President & Senior Relationship Manager
Larry-Valencia

Larry L. Valencia, CFA

Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager
Nancy O'Neal

Nancy O’Neal, CFP®, CFIRS™

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer
Ryan Mancini

Ryan Mancini, MBA, AFIM®

Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Ryan-Zeman

Ryan Zeman, CTFA

Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager
Sean-Stout

Sean Stout, MBA, CFA

Senior Portfolio Manager
Stacey Beatty

Stacey Beatty

Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Vance Urick

Vance Urick, CTFA

Senior Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager