Our Team
Meet our team of financial advisors and specialists powering Foster Financial Group
Larry J. Foster*
Chairman Emeritus
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Larry is the founder and Chairman Emeritus of Foster Financial Group. In a successful career that spanned over fifty years, Larry made it his mission to give back to his colleagues.
Larry began his insurance and financial services career in 1963. He served as president of the Dallas and State General Agents and Managers Association (SWGAMA) from 1978 to 1982. In 1994, SWGAMA presented Larry with the Trail Boss Award, created to recognize individuals who have served “above and beyond the call of duty.” It is the highest honor SWGAMA can bestow on one of its own.
Larry has received numerous insurance industry awards including the American Salesmaster Oscar of the Year in 1969 for outstanding sales and agency building. Larry was the featured speaker on the Texas Sales Caravan in 1983, entitling him to induction into TALU’s distinguished Amalgamated Order of Trained Seals.
In addition to founding Foster Financial Group, Larry is cofounder, partner and Chairman of the Foster-Cary Corporation, Planned Benefits, Inc., Foster-Cary Agency, Inc., Foster Commercial, Inc., and Foster-Cary Financial Planners, Inc. He was organizing director of Signature Bank and an early organizer of Cornerstone Bank.
Larry was a member of the Board of Directors of the School of Insurance and Financial Services at the University of Houston and a board member of the Texas Cradle Society adoption agency. He was a longtime member of the Rotary Club of Dallas, the Greater Dallas Crime Commission, Greater Dallas Chamber, and The National Speakers Association. He now enjoys spending time with his wide circle of friends, family, and dog, Bitsy.
Joe Foster*, CFP®
President, Financial Advisor
214-379-0349
Joe works with successful individuals and families to protect their legacies, make working for money optional, and strategize their Charitable Planning in order to redirect tax dollars to the causes they care about.
Joe’s father, Larry, founder of Foster Financial Group, encouraged him from an early age to pursue financial services and personal and business development. After earning a degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin in 1983, he joined Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. (now KPMG) as a CPA before entering the field of financial services in 1987.
In 2020, Joe was awarded the Lester. A Rosen Humanitarian and Achievement Award. This award honors exceptional achievement, outstanding character and integrity, and a generous lifestyle of giving in service to humanity.
Joe enjoys exercising and playing golf, but his real passion is his relationships with friends, clients, and, most important, his family. He and his wife, Kelly, have been happily married since 1988 and have three daughters and one son-in-law, Taylor, Hayden, and Chandler and Riley Maxwell.
He is deeply devoted to participating in local and international outreaches. His involvement in ministries such as e3 Partners, I Am Second, Amazon Outreach, East-West Ministries, and Strategic Impact, take him all over the world sharing the love of Christ. Joe also supports the Abiding Fathers ministry and he and Kelly are members of Grace Bible Church.
Joe holds Series 7, 65 and 63 licenses through Ameritas Investment Company, LLC. He also holds the Life and Health Insurance License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance.
John Eggleton*, CDFA®
Financial Advisor
214-379-0351
John joined Foster Financial Group in 2009, bringing with him his professional experience in advising affluent individuals and families. He works closely with their trusted tax and legal advisors on all matters including tax and estate planning... , the sale of privately held businesses, division of financial assets in divorce, and liquidation of concentrated stock positions.
Prior to joining Foster Financial Group, John was a Vice President and Financial Advisor with Bernstein Global Wealth Management where he became an expert in client excellence, professional relationships, and navigating the multifaceted complexities of wealth management.
Outside of work, relaxation involves traveling, playing golf and spending time with this family and friends.
John holds the Series 7 and Series 66 licenses with FINRA and Ameritas Investment Company, LLC. He is a member of the Institute for Certified Divorce Financial Analysts™ and holds the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ designation. He also holds the Life and Health Insurance License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance.
Shawn Foster*,ChFC, RICP
Financial Advisor
214-379-0345
Shawn provides wealth management and retirement income strategies for business owners, professionals, and individuals. He provides his clients the advantage of a wide range of experience that spans over thirty years in financial services.
After obtaining his BA in Economics from Southern Methodist University, Shawn entered the financial services industry in 1987. His entrepreneurial spirit was fueled early in life by his dad, founder Larry Foster. He and his brother, Joe, did everything from door-to-door sales to bussing tables. They built a moderately successful lawn maintenance business—Shawn's Lawns, which they later sold for a tidy profit—their first business success.
With roots in North Texas over one hundred years deep, Shawn is a believer in community involvement. He is an Eagle Scout, and he still finds a deep sense of purpose in helping people. He serves in various capacities at Men of Nehemiah, Watermark Community Church and Bill Glass Behind the Walls. He is a lifetime member of The North Dallas Chamber of Commerce and a member of The Rotary Club of Park Cities. In addition, he served on the board of the Plano Rotary.
Shawn is married to Kimberly and is the proud father of Wade, Annie, and Stuart and proud stepfather of Andi and Nick.
Shawn is an Investment Advisory Representative with Ameritas Investment Company, LLC with Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) designations. He holds the Series 6, 7, 63, 26, and 65 securities registrations.
Mark Mundy*
Investment Advisor Representative
214-987-1830
Mark Mundy has been a financial advisor since 1988, when he joined Equitable/AXA in Dallas, Texas. In 2003, he formed Mundy Financial Solutions and joined Foster Financial Group as an Investment Advisor Representative.
Shortly after joining the firm, he took on the Foster Financial Group moniker.
Mark’s interest in the financial world began when he purchased his first stock—Disney—at age twelve, but his fascination with rocks and fossils won out, and he earned a degree in Geology at Sul Ross State University in Alpine, Texas. Soon after graduation, he followed in his father’s footsteps and joined Equitable/AXA, where his father had a long and successful career.
Since 1992, Mark has hosted the Friday afternoon drive-time segment of Texas Renegade Radio on KNON 89.3. It’s one of the longest-running radio shows in Dallas, the fifth largest radio market in the US.
He serves on the board of Chase’s Place, a private, nonprofit school serving students with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. He is also president of the North Texas Music Foundation and in his spare time, he enjoys welding and working with metal.
Mark is a lifelong resident of the Dallas area (he graduated from Hillcrest High School). When he isn’t exploring the back roads of Texas and seeking out great live music, he's enjoying time in Taos, New Mexico.
Mark holds his Series 6, 7, 63, and 65 securities registrations, Texas insurance and Texas real estate licenses, as well as a private pilot license.
Brian Russell*, CFP®
Financial Advisor
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Brian devotes his career to helping clients navigate the investment world while achieving what is important to them financially. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, he assists in building financial plans as well as overseeing investment... consulting and management for clients.
Brian earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Baylor University, with majors in Finance and Financial Services Planning. He then worked for an investment advisor in Dallas, expanding his knowledge and expertise in trading options before joining Foster Financial Group in 2008.
In addition to overseeing investment management at Foster Financial Group, Brian is deeply dedicated to his family, his community, and the industry he serves. He volunteers as a teacher for Junior Achievement in Dallas, is a member of the Exchange Club of Lake Highlands, and the Financial Planning Association, where he serves on the membership committee.
Brian’s time is devoted to his wife, Jacy, and daughters Blakely and Sadie. Brian and Jacy invest their time in others by serving in the newlywed ministry at Park Cities Baptist Church, and Brian enjoys coaching his daughters’ sports teams. Brian loves good barbecue, golfing, hunting, and spending time in the outdoors.
Brian holds the Series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses with Ameritas Investment Company, LLC as well as the Group One Life and Health Insurance License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance.
Nick Smith*
Financial Advisor
214-379-0356
Nick joined Foster Financial Group in 2023 with the goal of helping clients pursue financial security and peace of mind in what can seem like an overly complex financial landscape. Through comprehensive financial planning based on... each client’s unique goals and values, Nick seeks to help clients spend appropriately, save wisely, and give generously.
Prior to joining Foster Financial Group, Nick worked in professional accounting at KPMG in Dallas, helped run his family’s business in Tyler, and served as a pastor in San Jose and Dallas. Nick is able to leverage his diverse professional experiences to provide a unique blend of financial knowledge and genuine care for clients.
Nick lives in Lake Highlands with his wife, Caroline, and their three children: Ellie, Harrison, and Libby. Nick loves being outside, learning, having intentional conversations with friends, and hanging out with his family. When he isn’t spending time with his family or working, Nick can often be found serving at his church, White Rock Fellowship.
Nick holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master in Professional Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin, as well as a Master of Divinity from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.
Nick also holds the Series 65 securities licenses with Ameritas Investment Company, LLC as well as the Life and Health Insurance License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance.
Park McCurdy
Financial Advisor
214-379-0358
Park joined Foster Financial Group in 2025 after graduating from Baylor University with a degree in Finance. During his time at Baylor, he developed a strong foundation in financial principles and gained valuable experience... through his academic and practical coursework.
By May 2025, Park earned his SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses, becoming fully credentialed to support clients in the financial services industry.
At Foster Financial Group, he is focused on enhancing operational efficiency and client service, with a commitment to improving the overall client experience and streamlining transaction processes.
Emily Ashton
Client Service Specialist
945-294-3775
Emily launched her professional career in the financial services industry in 2010 working with advisors and clients across back-office operations, account administration and client relationship management....
Prior to joining Foster Financial Group, she spent six years with a wealth management firm based in Houston serving as a Client Service Associate. Her role focused on managing client relationships, facilitating the onboarding of new clients, accumulation of new assets, servicing client accounts, and operations. She has dedicated her career to providing excellent customer service.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending quality time with her family. Emily and her husband Mike reside in Magnolia, TX with their two children.
Josh Lunn
Client Service Specialist
214-807-1321
Josh brings industry expertise to operations and client services, assisting with account openings, onboarding processes, and day-to-day operation efforts. With passing SIE, Series 7 and 63 licenses, Josh applies extensive knowledge in trading... and financial services, drawing from Retail and Institutional experience at Fidelity and Charles Schwab to help clients navigate their investment needs.
Josh and his wife, Victoria, have been married since 2020. They reside in Lewisville with their daughter, Talia.
Tasha Young
Client Service Specialist
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Tasha has worked alongside wealth management advisors since 2020 and joined Foster Financial in 2025 to continue her role in assisting clients to meet their financial objectives. Every detail is important to the big picture, and she works to ensure... it’s a smooth and easy process. She is committed to always providing top service to our clients and assisting in any questions and requests.
Prior to working with advisors, Tasha worked internally at Ameritas Life Insurance Corporation as a part of the Communications team. She’s an alumnus of Xavier University out of Cincinnati, OH where she graduated with dual degrees in Marketing and Communications.
She and her partner, Josh, live in Richardson, TX with their dog, Faith, and cat, Samwise. An avid reader, you’ll often find her with a book nearby. She is also a proud member of the Buns & Roses Book Tea committee, an annual event benefitting the Richardson Adult Literacy Center.
Lisa Kerby
Client Service Specialist
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Lisa joined Foster Financial in 2024. She has 20 years of treasury experience and is a Certified Treasury Professional. Prior to working at Foster Financial Group, she worked as a Client Service Officer at Texas Capital Bank. She is committed...
to providing excellent customer service to our clients and serves as a point of contact for client questions and requests.
She and her husband have attended Christian World Church in Richardson for over 40 years. Lisa and her husband live in Rowlett and have been married for 41 years. They have 2 daughters and 3 granddaughters.
Lisa volunteers at the Pregnancy Resource Center and is passionate about helping women. When she is not working, she loves spending time with family and friends.
Tanja Haag
Administrative Assistant
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Tanja’s is the friendly voice you hear when you call Foster Financial Group, and when clients come to the office, she makes them feel at home. Tanja sees to countless administrative details such as scheduling client meetings, assisting with client...
paperwork, spearheading the Christmas raffle, and organizing every detail of the events Foster Financial Group hosts for its clients.
Before her time at Foster Financial Group, Tanja served as a children’s pastor at her church for over a decade, co-owned an interior design firm, and served in the Mortgage/Foreclosure department at Wells-Fargo. The Foster Financial team gained a huge asset when she joined the team in 2016.
When she is not at the office, Tanja loves spending time with her family and friends. Tanja and her husband attend Gateway Church and are passionate supporters of The Mission of Grace in Carries, Haiti, through whom they sponsor a missionary as well as a child of Grace Orphanage. Texas born and raised, she and her husband of 31 years love spending time with their three grown children and six grandchildren.
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