Paul Eppen
Chief Growth Officer
Education and Accreditations
- MBA, Finance and Marketing, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
- BA, Chemistry, DePauw University
Expertise
Paul serves Richard P. Slaughter Associates as Chief Growth Officer, leading the firm’s growth strategy to expand awareness, deepen client engagement, and strengthen business development. As part of the firm’s Executive Leadership Team, he partners closely with other executives and advisors to ensure growth initiatives reflect the same discipline, care, and fiduciary mindset clients expect from True Wealth Management.
With more than 20 years of executive leadership experience leading cross-functional teams and implementing systems that connect strategy to firm-wide execution, Paul brings a broad operating perspective that supports how the firm grows intentionally while optimizing the client experience. He has served in senior executive roles including President, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Growth Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer, with a consistent focus on creating clarity, accountability, and follow-through across the firm’s growth priorities.
Paul is known for a down-to-earth approach to building high-performing teams and aligning marketing, business development, and client experience efforts around a shared standard of excellence. He helps the firm strengthen its message, improve how it engages prospective clients, and develop scalable processes that support sustainable long-term growth without compromising what makes the client relationship exceptional.
Things to know about Paul
What makes a great Wealth Advisor?
“One who helps families, business owners, and individuals facing complex life decisions make informed choices while understanding their full picture. A great Wealth Advisor also practices True Wealth Management by connecting all aspects of planning and investment decisions, following through on execution, and applying consistent judgment and accountability.”
What type of hobbies do I enjoy?
“Golf, working out, family time, church, and travel.”

