Wayne Ballard
About Wayne Ballard
Wayne Ballard serves as the Regional Vice President at Primerica, a position he has held since 2023. With over twenty years of experience in higher education, he transitioned to the financial services industry, focusing on helping families achieve financial independence.
Work at Primerica
Wayne Ballard currently serves as Regional Vice President at Primerica, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he worked as a Division Leader at Primerica from 2017 to 2023, where he focused on financial services in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. His experience at Primerica reflects a commitment to helping families achieve financial independence through effective financial planning and services.
Education and Expertise
Wayne Ballard earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he studied from 2005 to 2012. He also attended Oklahoma Baptist University. With over twenty years of experience in higher education, he transitioned into the financial services industry, applying his academic background to support clients in achieving financial peace of mind.
Background in Higher Education
Wayne Ballard has an extensive background in higher education, having served as a Professor of Religion at Carson-Newman University from 2002 to 2017. He also worked as an Assistant Professor of Religion at Campbell University from 1997 to 2002. Additionally, he held an adjunct position at Carson-Newman University from 2017 to 2022, contributing to the academic community in various capacities over a span of nearly two decades.
Experience in Fitness Instruction
In addition to his academic and financial services roles, Wayne Ballard worked as a GGX Group Fitness Instructor at Gold's Gym. His tenure spanned from 2013 to 2023, during which he taught fitness classes in Knoxville, TN, and later in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and Harrisburg, NC. This experience highlights his commitment to promoting health and wellness alongside his professional endeavors.