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Ted Bates

Senior Vice President | Financial Advisor

(859) 514-6418

TBates@rwbaird.com

Quality, perspective, honesty and integrity: my core values are at the center of everything I do. You can count on that. From day one, I’m an advocate for you and your legacy. I believe in your success because I know how hard you’ve worked to get here, and I’m confident about everything you can accomplish in the future. That’s why I’m an advisor for Baird.

Want to learn more about my practice? Explore the process, values and experience I use to help you get where you are going. My mission is to help guide and support you in order to achieve your dreams.

This is your story.
I can help you write it.

Holly Gray

Client Assistant

859-514-9460

hgray@rwbaird.com

Holly rejoined Baird and became part of the Bates Investment Group at the end of 2025. She brings valuable industry experience to the team along with a strong, client-focused approach. Holly attended Lindsey Wilson College and holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Communication. She is currently pursuing her Securities Industry Essentials, Series 7 and 66 licensing. Originally from Winchester, Kentucky, Holly now lives Lexington with her husband, Chandler, and their three dogs. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her friends and family, and staying active with her pets.