Christopher Chaffin is a CFP® with 16 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., where he has worked since 2019, following prior roles at SunTrust Advisory Services and SunTrust Investment Services. He is also president and an advisor at Chaffin Capital Advisors, Inc., a business associated with Raymond James Financial Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutional clients, and nonprofit organizations. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and risk-profiling tools to inform investment decisions and supports municipal and public finance work through an affiliated municipal advisor.

Samuel Ryder is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in delivering personalized financial guidance tailored to individual clients’ unique needs. He works closely with high net worth families, business owners, physicians, attorneys, and professionals, focusing on portfolio management, retirement planning, and family wealth management strategies. Samuel offers comprehensive services including divorce transition planning, executive compensation, institutional and corporate benefit services, as well as support for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. With a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida Southern College, Samuel holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His approach centers on understanding clients’ priorities to develop strategies that help preserve wealth, plan for retirement, and create lasting legacies. Additionally, Samuel provides tailored lending solutions through Bank of America to enhance clients’ financial flexibility. He is involved in community organizations such as 4-H, Rotary, and the Salvation Army. Outside of his professional work, Samuel’s personal interests include adventure sports, baseball, basketball, boating, fishing, football, golfing, reading, scuba diving, and spending time with his family.

Kristhian Estrada is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Truist Advisory Services, and Revolution Technologies. He is based in Lakeland, FL. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Jeffrey Clements is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. His current roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and portfolio modeling techniques.

Anthony Iannucci is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on creating personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client's unique financial situation and long-term goals. Anthony leverages the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending services of Bank of America to address the evolving market conditions and help clients pursue their financial objectives. He holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Anthony earned his high school diploma from Carle Place High School. Beyond his professional responsibilities, he is committed to community involvement, actively volunteering with local organizations in alignment with Merrill's tradition of community participation.

Kevin McWilliams is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Lakeland, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he consults for the Veterinary Wellness & Surgical Center of Lakeland, a business owned by his wife. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm provides written recommendation reports using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, delivered through a centralized consulting team in partnership with its financial advisors.

Dana Hurley is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and Allen & Company of Florida, Inc. since 2012. Hurley is based in Lakeland, FL. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Heather Craig is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She collaborates closely with families and business owners to support their wealth management, estate planning, and corporate retirement plan needs. Heather also coordinates with clients' family members and professional advisors to facilitate comprehensive and seamless financial planning. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional certification, the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® designation, as well as Personal Investment Advisor and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor credentials. Heather joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, bringing prior experience from A. G. Edwards. She earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida. Heather resides in Lakeland and is involved in the Boys and Girls Club of Lakeland and Mulberry. Her personal interests include boating, fishing, skiing, swimming, spending time with family, and traveling.

David Hooks is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lakeland, Florida, bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2010, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member on the Finance Committee for the YMCA of West Central Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs centered on financial planning and investment management supported by structured planning tools and broad institutional resources.

Brandon Jorge is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Lakeland, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Raymond James Financial and Barrow and Powers Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Evans Turkey Creek Homeowners Association. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers retirement-income planning services focused on clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm utilizes a centralized consulting team and combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Alicia Jones is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley in various roles since 2018, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of her advisory work, she also works as a food delivery driver for Uber Eats during her personal time. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a range of advisory programs through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Brian Genninger is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services and USAA Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he sells household items through online platforms such as eBay and Etsy. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Paul Evans is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, Total Quality Logistics, Erudito/Eigen prep, and Valdivia. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of a family rental property in Lithia, Florida. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Christopher Lewis is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Penn Mutual Life Insurance, Hornor Townsend & Kent, and Foresters Advisory Services. He is also active as a life insurance agent outside of his advisory work. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, providing clients with ongoing, collaborative planning supported by analytical tools and a range of investment programs.

Nicholas Brinkman is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he was with Charles Schwab for one year and has a background that includes three years at Florida Southern College and work in the restaurant industry. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Carol Hughes is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and has a longer tenure at Allen & Company starting in 2001. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a network of investment adviser representatives.

Douglas Rathbun is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he worked at UBS Financial Services for six years and has work history at Cisco Systems from 2014 to 2019. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, with investment management supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Brian Heipp is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding ChFC® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Heipp serves on the board of the Lakeland Sunrise Rotary Club and holds leadership positions with the Lakeland Runners Club, where he coaches running programs and will assume the presidency in 2026. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm provides comprehensive, goal-based planning across multiple financial topics, allowing clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option.

Starla Buchanon is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Lakeland, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2014 and serves on the City of Lakeland Firefighter's Pension Board. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Compton & Associates, a branch support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes risk profiling and modeling tools to support client goals.

Angela Gauthier is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that incorporate structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.