Grant S. Donaldson, CPA, MS
Grant Donaldson is the founder of Tudor Financial and a seasoned advisor with over 33 years of experience helping individuals, families, and institutions with investment management, tax strategy, estate planning, and comprehensive financial guidance. The team of professionals at Tudor Financial work with clients in over 30 states.
Writer • Advisor • Researcher • Founder • Wealth‑Building Advocate

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Grant Donaldson.
Grant Donaldson is a seasoned financial advisor with more than three decades of experience in the financial services industry. He is the founder of Tudor Financial, a boutique firm dedicated to delivering high-level financial planning and wealth management services to individuals, families, and institutions.
Throughout his career, Grant has built and led a practice that integrates all the key elements of wealth management: investment management, tax strategy, estate planning, and retirement planning. Tudor Financial’s approach emphasizes the importance of coordinating these disciplines so clients can pursue their goals with clarity, confidence, and measurable results.
Beyond his advisory role, Grant has long been a student of financial history and investment theory. His research and writing in these areas form the intellectual foundation of the firm’s strategies—balancing disciplined decision-making with the long-term perspective required to achieve enduring financial success.
At Tudor Financial, Grant works alongside a team of professionals who share his commitment to careful analysis and dependable guidance. Together, they aim to provide advice that is thoughtful, clear, and always aligned with clients’ long-term objectives.
Grant Donaldson is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a credential that reflects deep training in accounting, taxation, and financial reporting. He also holds a Master of Science (MS) in Financial Analysis, underscoring his advanced study in equity markets and investment strategy.
These qualifications serve as the backbone of his planning approach, where tax, estate, and investment considerations intersect. His CPA background, in particular, highlights the critical role of tax strategy in long-term wealth building.
In addition, Grant maintains industry registrations and certifications that allow him to serve clients through both brokerage and registered investment advisory channels, expanding the range of solutions available.
Most importantly, he brings more than 30 years of practical experience - decades marked by shifting markets, evolving regulations, and changing client needs. This perspective gives clients confidence that the firm’s strategies are not only grounded in theory but also tested by real-world results.
With over 30 years in the financial services industry, Grant Donaldson and the team at Tudor financial have helped clients navigate both the highs of lows of market evolutions and the challenges of volatility. This breadth of experience provides him with the perspective to recognize the importance of adaptive planning strategies to shifting conditions—ensuring clients remain on track regardless of the environment.
Tudor Financial’s approach is holistic and integrated. Drawing on expertise in asset management, tax planning, estate strategy, and comprehensive financial planning, the firm’s professionals coordinate each piece so clients avoid siloed decisions. By aligning these areas, he helps ensure consistency, reduces risks, and creates a framework where all aspects of wealth management work together toward long-term success.
Investment management strategy is a skillset that the firm brings to the table. A lifelong learner, Grant specifically has written extensively on investment history, portfolio design, and risk management, blending academic research with practical insights. He continuously evaluates new industry developments and incorporates relevant findings into the strategies he recommends.
Beyond research, Grant has shared his expertise through professional presentations and speaking engagements, honing his ability to communicate complex financial concepts in a way that is clear and actionable. This same emphasis on clarity carries into his client relationships, where he ensures that every recommendation is fully understood and always aligned with each client’s objectives.
Grant Donaldson places financial education at the core of his practice, believing that informed clients make stronger, more confident decisions.
He has written extensively on investment history, portfolio strategy, risk management, and market analysis - work that translates complex concepts into clear, practical insights for both clients and peers. His research helps bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, giving readers context for better financial decision-making. He has written hundreds of articles over time.
In addition to his written contributions, Grant has delivered countless presentations to audiences over a career, covering subjects from market dynamics and investment strategies to risk management and long-term wealth planning. Known for his ability to make sophisticated topics understandable, he provides audiences with actionable takeaways and a deeper grasp of financial principles.
At Tudor Financial, Grant applies the same philosophy to his client relationships. He takes the time to explain the reasoning behind recommendations, ensuring clients understand not just what decisions are being made, but why. This emphasis on education fosters engagement, reduces uncertainty, and strengthens confidence in long-term planning.
Ultimately, Grant’s goal is to cultivate proactive, informed clients—individuals and families who are empowered to participate fully in shaping their financial futures.
Yes, you can schedule a consultation with Grant Donaldson and the team at Tudor Financial. The firm welcomes new clients and offers personalized consultations to discuss your financial goals and explore how their services can help you achieve them.
To schedule your consultation, you can contact Tudor Financial through several convenient methods. The primary contact email is info@tudorfinancial.com, where you can reach out to discuss your needs and arrange a meeting time that works for your schedule. You can also call the office directly at (937) 439-9292 to speak with a team member who can help coordinate your consultation.
Tudor Financial maintains regular business hours from Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, making it convenient to reach them during standard business hours. The office is located at 8111 Timberlodge Trail in Dayton, Ohio, for those who prefer in-person meetings.
During your consultation, Grant and his team will take the time to understand your unique financial situation, goals, and concerns. They will discuss how their comprehensive approach to financial planning, including investment management, tax guidance, and asset protection strategies, can be tailored to meet your specific needs. This initial consultation provides an opportunity to explore whether Tudor Financial's services align with your financial objectives and to begin developing a customized plan for your financial future.

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Grant Donaldson is an innovator, founder of Tudor Financial, and financial advisor with over thirty years of experience serving individuals, families, and institutions through a firm and with an experienced team of professionals whose expertise includes asset management, tax analysis & guidance, estate planning, and high-level financial planning.
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