Alex Alonso, MBA, is the founder of Alonso Financial Planning, a fee-only independent advisory firm in Tampa, FL serving business owners and entrepreneurs. A lifelong entrepreneur who started his first company at sixteen, Alex helps founders turn their businesses into assets that can fund a lifetime of financial freedom. Whether they plan to sell, keep building, or anything in between. He specializes in S-corp distribution strategy, business cash management, tax-aware investing, and retirement plan design. Alex is a member of the XYPN network and holds an MBA with the ChFC designation in progress.

Colin Philips is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He is currently with Cast Member Financial LLC, where he has worked since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at Truist Advisory Services, Madison Avenue Securities, AE Wealth Management, and Charles Schwab. Cast Member Financial LLC provides investment management and financial planning services to individuals, high net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm uses a combination of modern portfolio theory and fundamental analysis, offering discretionary account management and ESG strategies upon request, along with educational seminars and speaking engagements.