A Message from WorthyNest® Founder Deb Meyer

My passion for personal finance began long before a career title. I enjoyed flipping through Money Magazine as a middle schooler, captivated by the strategies it shared. Nerdy? Maybe. But it planted the seed for what would become my lifelong calling.

When it came time to choose a college major, I followed in my mother’s footsteps and pursued accounting at Saint Louis University. After launching a career at Deloitte Tax, I transitioned into wealth management and spent nearly seven years at Matter Family Office, serving families of significant financial wealth. Managing money isn’t just about numbers. It’s about values, vision, and creating a life that aligns with what matters most.

In other words, life isn’t just about work. My husband, Bryan, and I have navigated several major milestones together—raising three wonderful boys, living abroad in Spain for three months, and making a cross-country move. Along the way, I’ve had the privilege of pursuing meaningful professional endeavors, including starting WorthyNest® in 2016, writing Redefining Family Wealth, and launching the Beyond Budgets® podcast. These experiences have given me a deep appreciation for the complexity of family life and financial decision-making.

Do These Challenges Sound Familiar?

• “I dream of retiring early but worry if we’re financially ready to take that leap.”

• “We don’t talk about money much; one of us handles the day-to-day while the other focuses on big-picture investing.”

• “With everything happening right now, it’s hard to find time to think about the future.”

If any of these resonate with you, you’re not alone. Managing finances while juggling family priorities isn’t easy, especially when life feels so full. That’s why WorthyNest® was created: to give parents like you the tools, clarity, and confidence to make financial decisions that align with your values and goals.

Why Work With Us?

With over 20 years of experience advising families, we specialize in helping Catholic and Christian parents navigate life’s financial complexities. As fiduciary, fee-only wealth advisors, we offer holistic guidance. We address everything from cash flow and retirement planning to investments and charitable giving strategies.

But financial planning isn’t just about spreadsheets and numbers—it’s deeply personal. It’s about understanding your unique story, values, and aspirations. Our mission is to help you create a roadmap that balances today’s needs with tomorrow’s dreams.

Let’s Start the Conversation

At WorthyNest®, we believe your family’s financial decisions should reflect what matters most to you. Whether you want to prepare for retirement, align your finances with your values, or simply feel more in control of money, we’d love to help.

Ready to take the next step? Click here to schedule a complimentary call and explore how we can work together.

DEB MEYER

Deborah L. Meyer, CFP®, CPA, CEPA, is the founder of WorthyNest®, a fee-only wealth management firm specializing in values-driven financial planning for Catholic and Christian parents. With over 20 years of experience, Deb helps families align their finances with faith and other long-term goals.

She’s the award-winning author of Redefining Family Wealth, host of the Beyond Budgets® podcast, and has been featured in Kiplinger, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and CNN Business. Deb received the CPA Practice Advisor “40 Under 40” and the AICPA Standing Ovation Award.

When not working, you’ll often find Deb cheering at her boys’ soccer games, enjoying the outdoors, or planning the next family adventure.

KATHLEEN LENZENHUBER

Kathleen Lenzenhuber brings a strong foundation in accounting and a heart for service. Early in her career, Kathleen worked at RubinBrown, a leading public accounting firm, where she supported assurance services for both businesses and nonprofits.

Following a purposeful hiatus to raise children, Kathleen has remained deeply engaged in financial leadership and community service. Since 2016, she has served as Secretary of the Finance Council at Saint Joseph Cottleville—one of the largest Catholic parishes in the Archdiocese of St. Louis—where she provides strategic financial oversight, ensures compliance, and offers trusted guidance to parish leadership.

At WorthyNest®, Kathleen supports small business financials and day-to-day client operations, with plans to expand into financial advisory services. Her attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and values-driven mindset make her a natural fit for our mission of helping families align their finances with faith and long-term goals.

Kathleen holds a Master of Science in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Summa Cum Laude) from Saint Louis University. She lives in Saint Charles, Missouri, with her husband Matt and 4 wonderful children.