Kathryn Redden is a CFP® and ChFC® with 26 years of experience in financial advisory roles. She is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and has previously worked at Ronald Blue & Co., LPL Financial, and 1st Global Insurance Services. Outside of finance, she is involved in agricultural activities including operating a cattle ranch and guest ranch duties in Wyoming. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving more than 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm manages approximately $23.9 billion in client assets and offers wealth management services including asset management, financial planning, retirement plan advice, and educational workshops, employing a long-term, diversified investment approach supported by an internal Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Ashley Anderson is a Series 65 licensed financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merit in 2025, Anderson worked at Sanctuary Wealth Management for seven years and Ireland Bank for five years. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion and serving a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, with oversight from a central Investment Management team and an Investment Committee.

Bruce Gordon is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, LPL Financial, Invest Financial Corporation, and Dasher And Padgett Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a pastor at Antioch Baptist Church. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment strategy using model portfolios and customizable sleeves, overseen by a central Investment Management team and an Investment Committee.

Deborah Dougherty is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Albany, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having six years of industry experience. She previously worked at LPL Financial and IVNEST Financial Corporation. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as President/CEO of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks lodge in Albany and is a member of the finance committee at Move Christian Church. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors and over 14,000 clients. The firm serves a diverse client base, offering asset management, financial planning, retirement plan advice, and employee financial wellness programs through a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable strategies.

Aaron Calhoun is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Yeomans Consulting Group, Inc. for six years. Outside of financial advising, he has operated a travel agency, Fairytales Unlimited Travel, assisting with domestic travel planning. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach centered on centrally managed portfolios overseen by an internal Investment Management team.

Daryl Lepage is a CFP® with 33 years of industry experience. He is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and has previously worked at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Brook Wealth Management, LLC, and LPL Financial LLC. Lepage is also a licensed independent insurance agent providing insurance advice to clients. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors and a diverse client base that includes individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach through customizable model portfolios and offers specialized services such as fiduciary and ESOP trustee work.

Paul Pradel is a CFP® and ChFC® with 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and was previously with Pradel Financial Group and Commonwealth Financial Network for over two decades. In addition to his advisory work, he conducts fixed insurance sales on a limited basis through his branch office. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving more than 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach managed through centrally coordinated models and an internal Investment Management team.

Gabriel Lapito is a CFP® and PFS™ with 19 years of experience in the financial industry. He currently works at Merit Financial Advisors and previously spent 19 years at Strategic Retirement Plans and 19 years at Commonwealth Financial Network. He serves as president and director of Kingdom Stewards, Inc., an operating company for securities, investment advisory, and insurance business practices. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm focuses on long-term, diversified portfolios managed through centrally coordinated models, offering wealth management, retirement plan advice, and financial wellness programs.

Tyler Knapp is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Merit Financial Advisors in Alpharetta, GA. His prior experience includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Morgan Stanley, and The Vanguard Group, among others. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and provides both investment and fixed insurance advice. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving approximately 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services with a focus on long-term, diversified portfolios managed through centrally overseen models and customized by advisors.

Thomas McDonnell is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 16 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Morgan Stanley, Lido Advisors, and a lengthy tenure at E*TRADE Capital Management. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices, managing approximately $23.9 billion in assets. The firm offers coordinated wealth management services with an investment approach focused on long-term, diversified portfolios supported by an internal Investment Management team and customizable model allocations.

Christopher Powers is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience. He is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and Purshe Kaplan Sterling and has previously worked at Global Wealth Advisors, Empower Wealth Advisors, and Commonwealth Financial Network. Powers serves as the Board Chairman of Real4Christ Ministries, a nonprofit organization in San Antonio. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion for a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach with customizable model portfolios overseen by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Cassandra Frederiksen is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors in Spokane, WA, with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including LPL Financial and Mariner Independent Advisor Network. In addition to her advisory work, she is a licensed notary in the State of Washington. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving roughly 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm provides coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using centrally managed models overseen by an internal Investment Management team.

Christopher Scott II is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Lewisville, TX, holding a Series 65 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CX Institutional, LLC, Homrich Berg, and Florida Financial Advisors. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving around 20,000 clients across 66 offices and managing $23.9 billion in client assets. The firm offers wealth-management services such as asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan advice, employing a long-term, diversified investment approach managed by an internal team and investment committee.

Chester Lee is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked for Pillar Wealth Management Co. for 14 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a self-storage business in Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered firm managing approximately $10.6 billion across 144 advisors and serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, and institutions. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using customizable model portfolios and offers specialized services such as fiduciary and ESOP trustee work.

Leo Wai is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, LPL Financial, Commonwealth Financial Network, and JP Morgan Chase. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving more than 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach supported by centrally managed portfolios and customizable strategies.

Anthony Hellenbrand is a CFP® with 14 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and previously worked at Safeguard Wealth Management, Safeguard Income Strategies, and Fox River Capital. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion and serving a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable modular sleeves, with oversight from a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Delaney Jean is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience, currently serving at Merit Financial Advisors. Her prior roles include positions at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, LPL Financial, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Voya Financial Advisors. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and operates Shale Ridge Farms, raising livestock for public sale in Trout Run, Pennsylvania. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion and serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment strategy using model portfolios and customizable sleeves, overseen by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Scott Portlock is a CFP® professional based in San Antonio, TX, with 23 years of industry experience. He currently serves as an advisor at Merit Financial Advisors and has previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network, Global Wealth Advisors, and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors and over 14,000 clients. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations, using a long-term, diversified investment approach with customizable model portfolios and specialized services such as fiduciary and ESOP trustee work.

Sharon Bautz is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 23 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at LPL Financial, Stratos Wealth Partners, and PKS Investments. Bautz also provides insurance advice based on clients’ needs. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving approximately 20,040 clients across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using centrally managed portfolios alongside customizable models.

Daniel Vernon is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Boca Raton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merit Financial Group in 2021, he worked at Stone Creek Capital Management and Biltmore Capital Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he manages Vernon Enterprises and Salus Aviation, both non-investment-related business activities. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices, managing approximately $23.9 billion in assets. The firm focuses on long-term, diversified portfolios utilizing centrally managed sleeves and model allocations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services supported by fundamental analysis and an internal Investment Management team.