Francis Furgiuele is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 47 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2023 before joining Wells Fargo Advisors. He is also involved in investment-related consulting through his ownership in Francis Furgiuele Consulting, LLC and has a stake in Meridian Wealth Management Group, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and planning tools, with clients having the option to implement recommendations through brokerage or advisory programs.

Robert Clark is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including Bank of America, N.A., Edelman Financial Engines, and The Vanguard Group. Outside of advisory work, he manages websites and marketing efforts for small business owners through his own company, Bobby Clark, LLC. Merrill serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by offering managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm employs a range of investment strategies and benefits from integration with Bank of America’s broader banking and capital-markets platform.

Juan Ortiz Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 12 years of experience at the firm. Based in Chandler, AZ, he has worked at Merrill since 2014. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Aaron Clark is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and Ryan Paulson State Farm. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole owner of a rental property in Gilbert, Arizona. 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 strategies for a range of individual, institutional, and charitable clients.

Michael Otradovec is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Scottsdale, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Mass Mutual Investors Services, MetLife Securities, and OSAIC Services. He is also involved with Michael R Otradovec LLC, a business entity established for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and participant-level retirement advice through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Evan Roorda is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he held positions at Nike, Kuttin Wealth Management, and Avity Investment Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process and a broad range of investment offerings.

Degar Ro is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with approximately four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at U.S. Bancorp Advisors and U.S. Bancorp Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he maintains a state notary appointment in Arizona, providing pro bono notary services to church members. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured tools and models to develop tailored plans, and it manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Bryan Mcclure is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked with PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2003 and is currently involved with the Town of Queen Creek since 2023. Outside of advisory work, he owns BAM Enterprises, LLC, a legal entity formed to support his Primerica business activities, and engages in referral work related to home security and automation products. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offices, delivering advisory services through model-based portfolio strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supported by custodial and trade-execution services from BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Drew Lowry is a financial advisor with Merrill in Mesa, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, he worked in educational roles with Queen Creek Unified School District and Educational Services Inc. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Jovann Lewis is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Gila River Telecommunications Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he creates fishing content through a separate business venture. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients using model-based and discretionary strategies. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, with portfolio implementation tailored to different investment strategies.

James Brandt is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2023 and has a background with E*Trade Capital Management LLC, E*Trade Securities LLC, and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., where he has been active since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers various services including relationships with investment companies, private funds, and commodity pool operations.

Nathan Scott is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation. He joined Merrill in 2026 and has prior experience at Northern Trust Corporation from 2022 to 2026. His background also includes roles outside of finance, such as legal work and counseling services. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions, supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers.

Deborah Papa is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2014, with prior experience at Merrill dating back to 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she is the owner of a restaurant business, where she oversees financials, bill payments, and marketing. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management tailored to clients’ risk profiles, utilizing a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Michael Ridley is a Series 66-licensed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Ridley also has experience with Coniston Muse, LLC, Joppa, LLC, and Coinston, LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process includes centralized due diligence and incorporates quantitative and qualitative research along with an ESG eligibility framework.

Jack Shaw Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Hahn is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2008. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and an alternative investments platform.

Meghan Dwyer is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. since 2019. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, she held positions at Weidner, Bell Road Toyota, Aerotek, Larry H Miller Toyota, R&B Realty Group, and Arizona State University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate ESG considerations.

Shawn Hoskin is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2014. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Hanifa Nankinga is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Waymark Wealth Management, Raytheon Technologies, and Navitas Credit Corp. She is based in Gilbert, AZ. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Dean Martines is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2000, including a role at Charles Schwab Bank SSB since 2007. Based in Scottsdale, AZ, he serves clients through Schwab’s integrated wealth advisory platform. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios, alternative investment options, and a centralized operational structure.