Kenneth Leblanc is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and has previously worked at Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. and KML Financial Services Group, LLC, where he was a managing member. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments, providing a range of advisory services including retirement plan consulting and family office services. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory, employing globally diversified portfolios using a mix of low-cost ETFs, index funds, and specialized fund platforms.

Madeline Longo is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. She previously worked at Waypoint Capital Advisors and Ameriprise Financial, and held a position at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth families, business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofits. The firm’s investment approach uses Modern Portfolio Theory and emphasizes globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios with multi-factor tilts, employing a range of implementation options including ETFs, mutual funds, and separate accounts.

Bryan Powers is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license, with 17 years of experience in the financial advisory industry. He has been with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. since 2015, currently based in Santa Barbara, CA. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofits. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach focused on globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios with multi-factor tilts, utilizing a range of implementation options and supporting services such as financial planning, retirement consulting, tax planning, and estate coordination.

Ellie Johnson is a financial advisor with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. in Chicago, holding a Series 66 credential and possessing two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mercer, she worked at Robert W Baird & Co. Outside of finance, she has experience with STARS Family Services and other diverse roles in retail and hospitality. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, nonprofits, and endowments with investment advisory, financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning services. The firm emphasizes globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory, utilizing low-cost ETFs, index funds, and specialized investment programs.

Eric Anderson is a CFP® with 22 years of experience in financial advising. He has been with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. since 2017, with brief intervals away from the industry. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments, offering comprehensive investment advisory, financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning services. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach, focusing on globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios implemented through a variety of investment vehicles and customized strategies.

Jaron Carmichael is a financial advisor with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. in Scottsdale, AZ, holding CFP®, PFS™, and Series 65 credentials and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mercer, he operated Rowland Carmichael Advisors, Inc. for 13 years. Outside of advisory roles, Carmichael is a CPA who owns and operates a tax preparation business. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofits. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach with globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios and offers a range of implementation options and affiliated service lines.

Benjamin Laubach is a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. with a Series 65 designation and experience in both advisory and other business roles, including work with Tastful Occasions and Phantom Fireworks. He began his industry career in 2025 and is based in Charlotte, NC. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments by providing investment advisory services along with financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning. The firm’s investment approach centers on Modern Portfolio Theory, using diversified portfolios and various investment vehicles supported by comprehensive client education and specialized service lines.

Eric Sirjord is a financial advisor with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. in Denver, CO, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Empower Advisory Group, Personal Capital Advisors Corporation, Optimity, Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, and Thrivent Financial. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services alongside financial, tax, retirement, estate planning, and family office services. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory and emphasizes globally diversified portfolios with multi-factor tilts, using low-cost ETFs, index funds, separate account managers, and private funds, supported by extensive educational content and integrated service lines.

Israel Cruz Gonzalez is a CFP® professional with experience at Mercer Global Advisors, Inc., Westwood Wealth Management, and Wealth Development Strategies LLC. He is based in Houston, TX, and has been active in the financial services industry since 2018. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments, offering a range of advisory and planning services. The firm follows an investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory, emphasizing globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios implemented through various strategies including low-cost ETFs and direct indexing.

Courtney Mersereau is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. She previously worked at Vision Capital Management for eight years before joining Mercer in 2023. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a globally diversified investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory, utilizing a range of strategies and vehicles such as ETFs, mutual funds, and separate account solutions.

Jeffrey Smith is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. He previously worked at KeyBank and PNC Wealth Management. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach with globally diversified portfolios, emphasizing risk-appropriate strategies and tax management.

Sarah Berry is a CFP® with 22 years of experience in financial advising, currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. in Portland, OR. Her prior roles include positions at Lion Street Financial, Raymond James Financial Services, McGee Wealth Management, and Waddell & Reed. Outside of her advisory work, she owns rental property managed by a third-party company. Mercer Global Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach with globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios and offers a range of investment and planning services.

Alice Mcdermott is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience. She is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc., where she has worked since 2018, following a 21-year tenure at Financial & Investment Management Group, Ltd. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Secretary for Keawala'i Congregational Church in Kihei, Hawaii. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth families, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach with globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios and offers a range of implementation options and affiliated service lines.

Matthew Krensky is a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Regis Acquisition Inc. and Regis Management Company, LLC. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments with a range of advisory services including investment management, financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning. The firm employs a globally diversified investment approach grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory and offers various portfolio options alongside specialized client education and integrated service platforms.

Shawn Kim is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and has held prior roles at Manhattan West Asset Management, Hollencrest Capital Management, GAMCO Investors, G.research, and Focus Financial Partners. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments, providing investment advisory, financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning services. The firm’s investment strategy emphasizes globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios using low-cost ETFs, index funds, separate account managers, and other vehicles, complemented by educational programming and integrated service lines.

Robert Bird is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. Prior to joining Mercer, he worked at Vishria Bird Financial Group, LLC, APW Capital, Inc., and Ameriprise/Vishria & Associates. Outside of his advisory work, Bird volunteers as a karate instructor at the YMCA of Cordova. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a globally diversified, risk-appropriate investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory and offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Ian Aguilar is a CFP® professional with 13 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and has previously worked at firms including Paragon Wealth Strategies, Mellen Money Management, UBS Financial Services, and Merrill. Aguilar serves as a board member of the YMCA of Nocatee. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofits. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach with globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios and offers a range of implementation options including ETFs, mutual funds, separate accounts, and direct indexing.

Michael Uyemura is a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Mercer since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Uyemura is a co-owner of a trading card business, where he manages preparation and administrative tasks. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments, offering investment advisory services alongside financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning. The firm emphasizes globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios using low-cost ETFs, index funds, separate accounts, and private funds, complemented by retirement plan consulting and specialized services.

Sloan Petereit is a CFP® professional at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. with five years of industry experience. Before joining Mercer Global Advisors, Sloan worked at Beacon Pointe Advisors, LLC and Welch Financial Planning, LLC. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments by providing discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services alongside financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning as well as family office services. The firm uses a globally diversified investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory, employing low-cost ETFs, index funds, separate account managers, and other investment vehicles, and offers specialized programs and tax-management options.

Paul Barbehenn is a CFP® and CFA® with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc., where he has worked since 2023. His prior experience includes 13 years at Andesa Financial Management, Inc. and five years at Andesa Strategies, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is a part-owner of real estate investment companies involved in property management and accounting. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach with globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios, utilizing a mix of low-cost ETFs, index funds, separate account managers, and direct indexing, and offers a range of specialized advisory services and educational initiatives.