Our Team
Madeline H. Smith
President/Owner, Cópia Investments
Financial Advisor, Dempsey Lord Smith LLC/ Cambridge Investment Research
As of 2026, Madeline Smith is the Owner and President of Cópia Investments. Born and raised in LaGrange, Madeline has deep roots in the community she serves. She graduated from Auburn University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science, earning minors in both Business and International Studies.
Madeline’s involvement in finance began at an early age, shaped by years of exposure to the industry through her father, Mark Headrick, who consistently shared his knowledge and experiences to ensure his children developed a strong understanding of investing. While working alongside her father early in her career, Madeline discovered a natural passion for the profession and found deep fulfillment in helping families work toward their financial goals. After obtaining her required licenses, she was honored to purchase and continue the firm her father worked diligently to build, allowing her to focus on educating and empowering the next generation of investors.
Madeline is passionate about community engagement and financial education, particularly for young adults and growing families, while continuing to serve long-standing clients and their loved ones. She firmly believes that—even in a technology-driven world—having a licensed and regulated advisor to guide families through life’s transitions remains invaluable.
Madeline and her husband, McCord, live in LaGrange with their two sons. She values a simple yet full life, with faith and family as her highest priorities. A homebody at heart, she enjoys creating meaningful memories with her family and traveling when time allows.
Valid Licenses: SIE, Series 7, 63 & 65. Registered in GA, AL, NC & TX.
GA & TX Insurance License for Life, Accident & Sickness as well as Variable Life and Variable Annuity Products.
Mark M. Headrick
Cópia Investments
Financial Advisor, Dempsey Lord Smith LLC/Cambridge Investment Research
Mark, the founder of Cópia Investments, began his career as a financial advisor after receiving his securities licenses on August 12th, 1982 and opening one of Georgia’s very first Edward Jones offices in LaGrange. Through the years he has had the opportunity to work with some of the outstanding advisors of the previous generation including Philip Cleveland, Gil Kaap, and William Hudson. He also successfully managed offices for Interstate Johnson Lane, Wachovia Securities, and Morgan Keegan in LaGrange. As banks began buying brokerage firms where Mark worked, he decided to move his career into the local Flag Bank where he spent several years as their in-house financial advisor. When Flag Bank was purchased by RBC Mark chose to open an independent financial services office with Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC as broker dealer. Starting this office in the depths of the 2008-2009 recession Mark chose to operate business from an office within his own home. During that period of time a new door of opportunities presented itself when Mark's youngest daughter Madeline decided to get licensed and join him as an advisor. Together they are always working to better the business, while keeping the solid, established foundation it was built upon.
Mark and his wife, Pat have been married for 45 years and have three incredible children, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Mark enjoys hunting, trout fishing in the mountains and traveling when he's not in the office. Mark has always felt that helping others with their financial journey was his true calling in life.
Mark holds SIE, Series 7, 8, 9, 10, 63 & 65.
He is registered in AL, GA, SC, TN, & VA.
He also holds AL, GA and TN insurance licenses for Variable Life, Variable Annuities, Accident & Health or Sickness.
Marla Smiley
Executive Assistant, Cópia Investments
Marla serves as Executive Assistant to our advisors, where she plays a vital role in keeping daily operations running smoothly and ensuring clients receive exceptional service. With a keen eye for detail and a heart for helping others, Marla supports both advisors and clients through scheduling, organization, and behind-the-scenes coordination that allows the team to stay focused on what matters most—building strong, lasting relationships. Known for her professionalism, reliability, and welcoming demeanor, Marla is often the friendly first point of contact and a trusted resource for clients and colleagues alike. Marla graduated cum laude from Columbus State University with a degree in Business Administration.