Tina Mapes

Tina Mapes is an Adjunct Assistant Professor teaching Business courses at Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU), where she also earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She brings extensive real-world experience in finance and wealth management into the classroom, having built a successful career as a Financial Advisor and securities supervisor.

Her educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Hannibal-LaGrange University
• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Lincoln University

Ms. Mapes specializes in financial education, with research and teaching interests focused on practical finance, wealth management strategies, financial planning, and business education. Her passion lies in empowering individuals through financial literacy and professional development in the financial services industry.

While no peer-reviewed publications are listed, her professional work reflects a strong engagement with financial advisory models, client wealth strategies, and business development for financial professionals.

She has not received any formal scientific awards, but her contributions to financial education are evident through her teaching and mentorship roles.

Tina actively mentors aspiring financial professionals through her current partnership role and volunteers as a cake decorating instructor for the local 4-H club, demonstrating a broader commitment to community education. She does not appear to lead or participate in formal academic research labs or grant-funded projects.