About Us

A Proud History of Helping Young People Prepare for

Successful and Stable Financial Lives Since 2021

Planned to A.T. was founded by two educators, Ashley Rutland and Tiffany Pearson-Kilgore, who were inspired by interactions with their black male students who often dream of becoming professional athletes as an avenue for a better way of life. When delving further into statistics we realized that most young people lack the knowledge it takes to manage any level of income for long-term financial stability, so Planned to A.T., Inc. was birthed.

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    • Our Mission

    Our mission is to serve young people to improve their futures through financial wellness education. We used 16+ years of combined educational experience in collaboration with financial consultants to create an immersive financial education curriculum that starts young people on a pathway to living successful and stable financial lives.

    What we bring to your classrooms

    20+ Years

    of educational and leadership experience in K-12 and collegiate settings.

    12,000+ hrs

    of time spent in classrooms educating and gathering participants feedback to insure our curriculum always remains relevant to their way of life.

    100%

    of participants find our courses not only fun and engaging but would also recommend us to friends.

    90%

     of participants began actively saving through banking and other means after having attended our courses.

    Meet Your Educators

    Ashley Rutland

     Educator, Entrepreneur

    Ashley K. Rutland is an educator, entrepreneur, and advocate for financial literacy, dedicated to empowering young people with the knowledge and skills they need to build financially secure futures. As the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Planned to A.T., Inc., Ashley plays a pivotal role in developing financial literacy programming, forming strategic partnerships, and leading initiatives that make financial education accessible and impactful. She is deeply committed to ensuring that students—especially those in underserved communities—gain the confidence to manage money wisely and make informed financial decisions.


    With a background in education and leadership, Ashley spent years as a science instructor and program leader at The New School in Atlanta, where she developed and implemented engaging curricula, fostered community partnerships, and led initiatives to address real-world challenges like food insecurity. She also brings entrepreneurial experience as the founder of Hair Brilliance International LLC, where she managed operations, marketing, and philanthropy efforts. A graduate of Florida State University with a B.S. in Exercise Science and Biology, Ashley’s passion for education, mentorship, and community impact drives her mission at Planned to A.T. She continues to lead efforts in equipping students and educators with financial literacy tools that promote lifelong financial empowerment.

    Tiffany Pearson-Kilgore

    Mother, Educator, Entrepreneur

    Tiffany Pearson-Kilgore is a passionate educator, curriculum developer, and financial literacy advocate committed to equipping young people with the knowledge they need to achieve financial independence. As the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Planned to A.T., Inc., Tiffany plays a key role in developing engaging financial literacy programs, forming partnerships, and expanding educational opportunities for students across diverse communities. Her background in education, leadership, and program development allows her to create impactful, student-centered financial literacy experiences that empower the next generation with real-world money management skills.


    With over a decade of educational experience, Tiffany began her career serving as a teacher, grade chair, and program leader. She has been actively involved in curriculum development, student mentorship, and professional training for educators, including leadership roles in the Georgia Department of Education's STEAM Teacher Leader program and nominated and selected to participated in Henry County BOE ASPIRE Leadership Academy. Tiffany holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Kennesaw State University, a Master’s from Piedmont College, along with multiple teaching endorsements. Through Planned to A.T., she leverages her expertise to create dynamic learning environments where students and educators gain the financial literacy skills needed for long-term success