STAFF

3333 S. National,
Third Floor
Springfield, MO 65807

Phone: 

Hours: 

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

Cole Hughes

Retirement Planning Education Advisor

PROFILE

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DIRECT PHONE

tel:(417)841-4345

EMAIL ADDRESS

cole.hughes@centraltrust.net

PROFILE

LinkedIn

DIRECT PHONE

tel:(417)841-4345

EMAIL ADDRESS

cole.hughes@centraltrust.net

Cole has a strong background in administration and client support, with experience in the property management industry that helped him develop strong organizational and communication skills. He joined Central Trust in 2026 and is committed to helping individuals better understand their retirement planning options while providing clear guidance and a positive client experience.

Education and Certifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Indiana Wesleyan University
  • Bachelor of Religious Studies in Missional Occupations, Central Bible University

Interests and Activities
During college, he balanced his academic studies with athletics, playing basketball for three years at Baker University and Central Bible University.

3333 S. National,
Third Floor
Springfield, MO 65807

Phone: 

Hours: 

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

Our Springfield Team

Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Linda Bowers, J.D., CFP®, AEP®, CEPA®
Vice President & Senior Relationship Manager
Lacey Davis
Relationship Manager
Jordan Ellis, CPFA®
Vice President & Retirement Services Business Development Officer
Jason Flores, CFA, CAIA
Executive Vice President & Chief Investment Officer
Renee Gross, CSRIC®
Senior Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager
Peter Harris, CFP®
Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Vice President & Trust Officer
Jamie Hickerson
Trust Officer & Relationship Manager
Diane Homan, CTFA, CISP
Executive Vice President & Springfield Market Executive
Todd Hughes, J.D.
Executive Vice President & Chief Administration Officer
Ryan Hurn, CFP®, ChFC®, FSCP®
Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager
Patty Johns, CTFA
Senior Vice President & Senior Relationship Manager
Beth Koppang, CTFA, ATFA
Senior Trust Officer & Relationship Manager
Jacob Laswell, CPA
Tax Officer
Vice President & Relationship Manager
Andrea McKinney, MBA, CFP®
Senior Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor
Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager
Jarod Robillard, CFP®
Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager
Justin Setser, CFA, CFP®, CTFA, MBA
Senior Vice President & Regional Chief Investment Officer
Jason Smith, J.D.
Senior Vice President & Senior Relationship Manager
Matthew Suarez, AIFA®, CPFA®
Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Jeni Wirth, AWMA®
Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager

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