Angela Allen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Her career includes previous roles at Merrill and First Citizens Investor Services before returning to Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menu.

Michael Hanzlik is a CFP® professional with over 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2005. Outside of his advising role, he is a partner at Two Kings Investors LLC, a commercial real estate business in Concord, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a variety of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Nina Palmer is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with seven years of industry experience. She has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2018 and previously was with Wiseman and Associates Wealth Management from 2015 to 2018. She holds a Series 66 designation. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, serving retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Matthew Young is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Vanguard Advisers and related Vanguard entities since 2018. Prior to joining Vanguard, he had brief roles in the legal and baking industries. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and tax-aware features.

Tonya Bobbitt is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked previously at firms including TIAA-CREF and TEKsystems. Outside of advising, she is involved with Restore Benefits LLC and Aimbridge Hospitality. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, providing financial planning and investment consulting through a range of portfolio management styles, supported by proprietary research and an extensive affiliate network.

Jarred West is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 12 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Janney Montgomery Scott and Wells Fargo Advisors. He currently works with Williamson Wealth Group in Cornelius, NC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and advisory services to individuals, institutions, and organizations using tailored, non-discretionary planning and investment consulting supported by advanced analytical tools. The firm offers specialized municipal and public-finance services and employer advisory programs.

Joshua Hudgins is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group, Inc., Mindlance Inc, and Lowe's. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm utilizes research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party data, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions with an emphasis on diversification and modern portfolio theory.

Laura Healey is a financial advisor with Merrill in Huntersville, NC, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she provides notarial services to Merrill clients. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to fiduciary clients of Bank of America. The firm employs model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a broad client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities.

Randall Jennings Jr. is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Vanguard-related entities since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages a vending machine business called Shmiggady Vending, LLC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice focused on retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large digital platform and a team advisory model.

Jillian North is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Mooresville, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, she worked at Arizona State University and was involved with the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Stanley Belczyk is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2015. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Adam Montgomery is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with The Vanguard Group since 2004. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to portfolio construction, relying largely on Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through a combination of digital tools and advisor support.

Colin Beagan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 63 designation and has experience working since 2023 at firms including Vercara, LLC and DYSIS. Outside of finance, he has worked in the restaurant industry. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes research and analytics to guide portfolio construction and provides a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Jennifer Holmes is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 20 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Scottrade. Holmes is based in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm serves a large client base through a combination of digital delivery and advisor support.

Tom OMara is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2026. In this role, he focuses on building strong relationships by listening carefully to clients to understand their priorities and helping connect everyday financial decisions to their broader life goals. He works closely with advisors and remains engaged beyond the initial planning stages to support clients throughout their financial journeys. Prior to his current position, Tom held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, and Financial Services Representative, gaining experience in various aspects of financial planning and client relationship management. His professional progression within Fidelity reflects a solid foundation in financial services and client support. Outside of his professional work, Tom enjoys family activities, social events with friends, hiking, music, and skiing.

Anthony Campbell is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Wells Fargo, and Ally. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Frederick is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and having 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Corbett Road Wealth Management, Spire Investment Partners, Rather & Kittrell, and Centurion Wealth Management. He is currently employed by The Vanguard Group and its affiliated entities. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary methodologies and primarily constructs portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Grant Keenan is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having five years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard entities since 2020 and is also involved in managing a family equipment rental business in Kitty Hawk, NC, where he handles logistics and seasonal delivery services. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to asset allocation, leveraging Vanguard funds and ETFs with various customization options, and supports a large client base through a high client-per-advisor ratio.

Ryan Sochacki is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2015. He holds a Series 63 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning arrangements.

Sean Gelband is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Valet King Florida. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create personalized portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large team of advisors managing a high client-to-advisor ratio.