Our Story

Josh Short, CFP® – Founder

I live in East Tennessee with my wife, Amanda, and our two dogs, Molly and Peach—a Lab mix and a Golden Retriever. We love to travel and spend as much time outdoors as possible, whether exploring the beautiful mountains in our area or visiting National Parks across the U.S.

I studied Organizational Management in college and have worked in financial services for over 20 years. Personal finance, investing, and retirement planning have always been passions of mine, but discovering the concept of F.I.R.E. (Financial Independence, Retire Early) in 2018 completely changed my perspective on money and life.

That realization led me to become a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and launch OptimalPath Advisors—a firm dedicated to helping others design their ideal financial future.