Financial Advisor, Atlanta Planning Group
Atlanta native Grace Hayden MacNaught (B.A. ’15) is a financial advisor with a concentration in socially responsible investing and specializing in investments, retirement planning and insurance for individuals and small businesses. She started her practice in 2018 and led its growth to having $150 million under her management — with expectations it will double by 2026. Recognized as a leader in her professional field and community, MacNaught is a three-time recipient of the prestigious Circle of Excellence designation, received the 2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award and was named a 2023 InvestmentNews Women to Watch Excellence Awardee.
In 2021, MacNaught became the youngest donor to ever establish an endowed scholarship fund at Georgia State University when she founded the Grace Hayden Impact Scholarship. She earned a second bachelor’s degree in economics and management from the Ca’ Foscari University of Venice through Georgia State’s prestigious Atlantis Programme, and is a former member of GSU’s Young Alumni Council. She uses her platform as host of “Atlanta Cares Radio” to spotlight local businesses and nonprofit organizations making a positive impact in her hometown community.