Our Story

Our Founding Principal and CEO, Harry Pearson, began his career in financial services at one of the nation’s largest firms. In his thirteenth year, he attended a Kingdom Advisors Conference. It was there that Harry felt the Lord calling him to be both a skilled financial advisor and a purposeful guide who integrates a biblical worldview into the way he serves families.

While he remained for a number of years at his former firm, the Lord used that time to transform his heart and give him a vision for a new kind of firm. Eventually, his colleagues told him they loved him, but they would never approach advising the same way.

He knew it was time to create a place where both believers and nonbelievers could come for personal and purposeful services. For believers, Harry wanted to draw out the values and convictions God had already placed in them and then guide them to align their financial and investing decisions accordingly.

OneAscent, and our growing community of advisors and stewards, is the realization of that calling.

We are driven by a different set of questions.

We may be one of the only financial firms you will ever hear of that has built our business on questions that have little to do with assets or net worth. Instead, we seek to understand the impact you want to make, and then we offer guidance and solutions that help you to live, give, and invest consistently and sustainably toward that end.
The most important question is: Who is the true owner of our wealth?

We believe we are stewards, not owners.

At OneAscent, we believe God is the ultimate owner. That makes each of us a steward who is uniquely responsible for building his Kingdom and upholding biblical principles with our assets, resources, and investments.

The impact that we strive for each day is to help more believers to understand their role as God’s stewards. Then, together, we deploy God’s capital into businesses, organizations, and charities that bring blessing and lift up the Son of Man.
“No one has ascended into heaven except he who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.”
John 3:13-15 (ESV)

Our greatest impact is yet to come.

Today, we are a growing community of more than 75 advisors offering comprehensive, holistic stewardship solutions to stewards in 49 states and provinces. Together, we are deploying $6.3B toward businesses and investment opportunities that build legacies and the Kingdom of God.*

*Total assets defined as assets under management, assets under advisement, and assets under administration as of December 31, 2025. Assets under management include assets managed by OneAscent Financial Services, LLC, OneAscent Wealth Management, LLC, and OneAscent Family Office, LLC. Assets under advisement is defined as qualified plan consulting business performed by OneAscent Financial Services, LLC and OneAscent Wealth Management, LLC. Assets under administration is defined as assets from RIA Partners who have engaged OneAscent Financial Services, LLC to perform back-office services.

Do what is right, always

We embarked on our journey with a distinct approach. Instead of adhering to a demanding, all-or-nothing career path, we prioritized balance and well-being. We provided an opportunity to find fulfillment in both your professional and personal life, placing importance on family and engaging in impactful projects alongside companies within your community.

Our core principle was to invest in people, communities, and the success of our clients. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, Beratung has garnered a reputation for creating an environment where individuals thrive. We proudly serve more than half of the Fortune 100 companies and a third of the Fortune 500, while also collaborating with startups, not-for-profit organizations, and a myriad of innovative entities.

Insight to light

by challenging traditional thinking and ways of operating and bringing new perspectives to the toughest problems

Drive inspired impact

by looking beyond the next deadline to the next decade and by collaborating closely with our clients to enable and energize their organizations.

Conquer complexity

by discovering unique sources of competitive advantage and hidden truths in dynamic, complex systems.

Lead with integrity

by confronting the hard issues, staying true to our values, and stating our views candidly and directly.

Grow by growing others

enabling our clients, colleagues, and the broader community to build success and achieve their full potential.

How we work

Transforming organizations sustainably. Unlocking performance excellence.
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Innovation & Technology

In a rapidly changing world, continuous progress is imperative to meet evolving demands.

Save Money

Choose quality from the start. Save time and money by getting it right with us.

Client Capabilities Network

With our expertise and cutting-edge competencies, we drive impactful and enduring change.

Ongoing Support

We don't just plan, we execute. Our talented team supports your implementation, as part of your founding team or on project basis.

5 years on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list

2022
Forbes World’s Best Management Consulting Firms
2022
100 Best Companies To Work For 2022, FORTUNE
2022
Glassdoor Best Places to Work
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Human Rights Campaign Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality