Team Bio
The Nye Team combines decades of financial planning and investment experience to support individuals and families throughout Franklin and Cumberland Counties, PA—including Shippensburg, Chambersburg, Mercersburg, and Newville. Led by longtime advisor Phyllis Nye, CFP®, alongside Benjamin Lefever, Jarred Knott, CFP®, ChFC®, and Jacob Barling, the team offers comprehensive guidance spanning retirement planning, investment management, financial strategy, and personalized wealth solutions. Together, they hold extensive securities registrations, advanced financial designations, and strong academic foundations that reinforce their commitment to delivering thoughtful, disciplined advice.
Grounded in community involvement and a client‑first philosophy, the Nye Team brings a blend of experience, local insight, and dedication to every relationship they serve. From multigenerational family planning to helping clients navigate major life transitions, they provide steady, informed guidance designed to help people across the region move forward with clarity and confidence.
Nye Team
Phyllis Nye, CFP®
SVP, Financial Advisor
Phyllis Nye, CFP®, SVP & Financial Advisor, has been with Orrstown Financial Advisors for over 29 years. Phyllis has obtained her Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) designation, Series 7 registration, and Pennsylvania Life, Accident,...
Jarred Knott, ChFC®, CFP®
VP, Financial Advisor
Jarred T. Knott, CFP, ChFC®, AVP, VP, Financial Advisor, has been with Orrstown Financial Advisor since the beginning of his career in 2012. Starting as an Intern, he has been promoted to several roles, including his current role as...
Jacob Barling
Financial Advisor
Jacob Barling, Financial Advisor, has been with Orrstown Bank since 2020. Jacob joined Orrstown Bank as a member of the Norland Avenue Branch and later transitioned to the Nye Team in 2022. Jacob currently holds the Series 7, 63 and 65...
Ben Lefever
VP, Financial Advisor
Benjamin has been with Orrstown Financial Advisors since 2006 and works at the Norland Avenue Branch in Chambersburg. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor’s...