Christian O'Connor is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Harbour Investments, Inc., Calton & Associates, and MPC. In addition to his advisory role, he provides tax preparation and planning services through Merit Tax Advisors. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable sleeves across various asset types, supported by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Alexander Barthold is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving at Merit Financial Advisors. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley and E*TRADE Capital Management. Barthold holds the Series 66 designation and operates out of Alpharetta, GA. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion across 144 advisors and over 14,000 clients. The firm serves a diverse client base with a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable strategies overseen by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Doane Harrison is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked with firms including LPL Financial, Avantax Investment Services, and 1st Global Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved in a political campaign for a municipal office in Norman, Oklahoma, and serves as a trustee for several family trusts. 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 approach using tailored model portfolios and offers services such as asset management, financial planning, retirement plan advice, and employee financial wellness programs.

Peter Mersberger is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including PKS Investments, LPL Financial, Cambridge Investment Research, and VOYA Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Vice President of the Seven Mile Lake Association, a nonprofit organization. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors and serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach utilizing model portfolios and modular sleeves, with oversight from a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Tucker Sandercock is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Merit since 2026 and previously at Chatham Wealth Management and Wells Fargo Clearing Services. His background also includes roles outside finance, such as with AMC Networks and the Department of the Army. 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 by an internal Investment Management team and Committee.

Curt Zimmermann is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 40 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at several firms such as Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and Zimmermann Investment Management & Planning. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in a pickleball events business and serves as a director at the PA State Police Camp Cadet Troop H, where he reviews and discusses financial statements. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm provides coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach with customizable portfolio models overseen by an internal Investment Management team and committee.

Timothy Williams is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merit Financial Advisors since 2026 and previously held roles at Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LPL Financial, and Pacific Life Insurance, among others. 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 supported by an internal Investment Management team and various customizable portfolio options.

Laura Sithens is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Merit Financial Advisors since 2015, with prior experience at LPL Financial and PKS Investments. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices and managing approximately $23.9 billion in assets. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using centrally managed model allocations overseen by an internal Investment Management team and committee.

Gregory Richards is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently advising at Merit Financial Advisors. His prior roles include positions at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Triad Advisors, and operating his own firm, Gregory Richards, LLC. Outside of financial advising, he serves as an attorney specializing in estate planning and holds leadership roles in nonprofit organizations, including as Judge Advocate for the Hershey American Legion Post 386 and Treasurer for the Valle del Sol Phase 6 Homeowners Association. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages approximately $10.6 billion and serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach with customizable model portfolios overseen by a central Investment Management team and emphasizes specialized fiduciary and financial wellness services.

Hector Luna is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, MAI Capital Management, LPL Financial, and Fidelity. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages approximately $10.6 billion and serves 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 sleeves, supported by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Joseph Emme is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes positions at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, The Pinnacle Financial Group, and Commonwealth Financial Network. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving approximately 20,000 clients across 66 offices, managing about $23.9 billion in assets. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services with a focus on long-term, diversified portfolios supported by an internal Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Brian Martin is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at LPL Financial, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Martin also acts as an independent insurance agent, providing insurance advice tailored to client needs. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages approximately $10.6 billion and serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable strategies overseen by a central Investment Management team.

Timothy Nelson is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Edmond, OK, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial and Avantax Advisory Services. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a tax preparation and accounting firm, L. Myles Smith & Co. 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 provided by a central investment team and committee.

Andrea Zoeller is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors. Her prior experience includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, LPL Financial, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Voya Financial Advisors. She is active in her community as a board member and committee chair for the De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce, organizing volunteer activities for youth. 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 strategy implemented through customizable model portfolios and offers a range of services such as asset management, financial planning, and employee financial wellness programs.

Stephen Regouby is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Tulsa, OK, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 license. He has 43 years of industry experience and has worked at firms including Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, LPL Financial, Avantax, and 1st GLOBAL ADVISORS. Outside of investment advising, he is also a notary. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and institutions. The firm uses a long-term, diversified investment approach with model portfolios and customizable sleeves, offering services such as asset management, financial planning, retirement plan advice, and employee financial wellness programs.

Jason Martone is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Sheboygan Falls, WI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and Riversource Investments. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, overseen by an Investment Management team and Committee, while allowing advisors to customize portfolios on various platforms.

Sean Storck is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Merit Financial Advisors in San Diego, CA. He has previously worked at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, LPL Financial, LLC, and Avantax entities. Storck is also involved with Reason Tax Group, LLC, a tax preparation and accounting business. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors and serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using customizable model portfolios and offers specialized services such as independent fiduciary and ESOP trustee work.

Nicholas Rodriguez is a CFP® professional with two years of industry experience. He currently works at Merit Financial Advisors in San Antonio, TX, and has previously been employed at several firms including Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and Commonwealth Financial Network. Outside of financial advising, he operates a pressure washing business. 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 overseen by an internal Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Jeffrey Hillesland is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and The Vanguard Group. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages 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 using model portfolios and modular sleeves, with services that include asset management, financial planning, retirement plan advice, educational workshops, and employee financial wellness programs.

Jay Riggs is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Prior to joining Merit in 2025, he was president and founder of Riggs Capital Management LLC for 23 years and has worked with firms including Emerson Equity LLC, DFPG Investments, Inc., and Orchard Securities. Outside of his advisory role, Riggs manages several personal business entities, including Bocephus Enterprises LLC. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices and managing approximately $23.9 billion in assets. The firm offers coordinated wealth management services with an investment approach focused on long-term, diversified portfolios using centrally managed sleeves and customizable models overseen by an internal Investment Committee.