Benjamin Antoniades is a financial advisor at Cetera with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including North Star Resource Group and Wealth Navigation Advisors. He is also involved with Renaissance Financial, a financial services business where he serves as a financial advisor. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Kevin Boogaard is a financial advisor at Merrill with 9 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2010 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2017. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Parrish is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked previously at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley and The Vanguard Group. Parrish is based in Tempe, AZ. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard and maintaining a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Samuel Manwaring is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Vanguard Group and Bank of America, N.A., as well as involvement with Brigham Young University–Idaho and SPARK MARKETING LLC. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Monte Messman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Scottsdale, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Messman Capital Management Inc., which he owns and operates. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and investment services through a broad menu of specialized planning options and integrates advisory services with various financial product offerings.

Eva Schmidt is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her background includes various roles across multiple businesses and educational institutions, including Arizona State University and several retail and food service enterprises. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors and provides access to both affiliated and third-party money managers.

Julie Schjolberg is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as a fitness coach with Beachbody, focusing on health and wellness activities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and advisory services supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Zoe Colovic is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having three years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Extended Vacation and Advanced Customer Services, with a substantial period spent in education before entering the financial industry. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its financial planning process.

Ramiro Ramirez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2018, following prior roles at Merrill and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, Ramirez is the sole proprietor of an online retail business based in Phoenix, Arizona. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and analyses.

William Millico is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Scottsdale, AZ. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2014, he worked for Global Retirement Partners, LLC for 10 years. 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 wide range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Stephen Surat is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. In this capacity, he partners with clients to understand their personal and family priorities, developing customized financial plans tailored to their unique needs. He emphasizes forming and maintaining strong, trusting relationships to serve the evolving financial needs of his clients and their families. Prior to his current position, Stephen worked at Vanguard from 2015 to 2022, where he gained experience as a Business Development Associate and later as a High Net Worth Financial Advisor. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License, supporting his advisory capabilities. Outside of his professional work, Stephen has interests in cars, family activities, hiking, parenthood, and volunteering.

Madelyn Knee is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation. She joined J.P. Morgan in 2025 and has prior experience working at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and various other roles across different industries. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a combination of advisory and brokerage capabilities.

Guillermo Gastelum is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Mesa, Arizona, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at BBVA Securities, PNC Bank, and Uber, spanning various functions in financial services. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research from internal and third-party sources.

Pierce Brown is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is employed part-time with rideshare companies including Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Gary Chamberlain is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2004. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Annise Williams III is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge, she worked at New York Life Insurance Company and NYLIFE Securities LLC for nine years and is also the owner of Legacy Tree Financial Group. She serves as a board member for RMSER, a nonprofit organization. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm offers a range of investment implementation options, including proprietary model strategies and access to third-party managers, tailored to client objectives.

Jonathan Downs is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, special needs planning strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Jonathan aims to connect all aspects of his clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them. Jonathan holds a Bachelor's degree in Personal Financial Planning from Arizona State University's W.P. Carey School of Business. During his studies, he participated in the Financial Planning Student Association. He holds the designations of CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of his professional work, Jonathan is involved with Gilbert Toastmasters and the Chandler Horizon Rotary, organizations that provide opportunities to develop public speaking and leadership skills. Born and raised in Chandler, Arizona, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, traveling, going to the gym, and attending sporting events.

Emma Ngo is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work history at Thrivent Financial, as well as experience in the hospitality sector with Scottsdale Resort and Spa and Sanctuary Resort. Ngo also worked at Canopy Tempe and has experience in education from her time at Arizona State University, Jefferson High School, and Oak Grove Middle School. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based financial planning through a network of advisors. The firm’s approach includes holistic, model-driven analyses and a consolidated billing option combining planning with managed-account programs, while maintaining separate services.

Jason Arciniega is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2006. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers these advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Macauley Beloney is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Woodbury Financial Services and OSAIC. Outside of advising, he is involved in managing an insurance agency and a business entity called Avery Island LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker‑dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.