Megan Heinsma is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has worked at Thrivent and its affiliated firm Thrivent Financial since 2023, following prior roles at Securities America Advisors and Capital Insight Financial Group. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, focusing on goal-based, holistic planning across a broad range of topics. The firm offers these planning services on a one-time or ongoing basis, separate from its managed-account program.

Cassidy Butt is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Cassidy held roles at Samsara and Crayon, and has experience related to the University of San Francisco. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that combine broad retail and institutional offerings with proprietary investment strategies.

Sigifredo Galicia is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His professional background includes roles at Uber, Amazon, Rocket Mortgage, DoorDash, Phoenix Children's Hospital, and the City of Phoenix. 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 a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and provides integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

John Schutz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, where he has been employed since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as power of attorney for his parents in Minneapolis, MN. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach 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 offerings.

Michael Brown is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for his parent's trust. 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 IPS-driven approach incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs, and acts as an ERISA fiduciary when advising clients.

Burke Fortner is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. 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 a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Nathan Shaver is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Magnit and Grand Canyon University, as well as experience in education and other industries. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of 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 services and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a centralized operational structure.

Lawrence Hoskins Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Scottsdale, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Raymond James Financial since 2009 and also owns Jett Wealth Group, Inc., a support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions, using a tailored, non-discretionary approach that incorporates risk profiling and analytical modeling.

Robert Savage is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc., Bankers Life Securities, Inc., HD Vest Investment Services, and Savage Law, PLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, retirement advice, and institutional platforms.

Kathryn Bascom is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Mesa, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for five years and has managed her own jewelry business, Jewels by Kat, since 2017. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Dalton Kazimoto is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Tempe, Arizona. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, he worked at The Vanguard Group and Swissport USA among other firms. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework and offers a range of approved funds and strategies through its Institutional Consulting Services program.

Justin Shumate is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Scottsdale, AZ. He holds the Series 66 designation and has six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of financial advising, he is involved in sales for a B2B IT training company. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars using collaborative, goal-focused approaches supported by firm-approved analytical tools.

Joseph Matura is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2016 and also founded Designed Wood Flooring Center LLC, a business he has managed since 2013. 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. Schwab combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs, delivering investment guidance through multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and order-routing operations.

Tania Kvakic is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2013 and also at City National Bank since 2018. Kvakic serves on the Board of Directors for the Arizona Coyotes Foundation, a charity focused on community involvement and fundraising. 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 featuring customizable portfolio management and financial planning services supported by in-house and third-party investment managers.

Maryuri Ramirez Murillo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for two years. Prior to her financial services career, she spent four years in undergraduate admissions at UCLA. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Ryan Mcintyre is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. His career includes tenures at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. 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 manages roughly $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 financial advisors and employs research-based investment evaluation methods grounded in diversification and modern portfolio theory.

Matthew Fernwalt is a Wealth Management Advisor with Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he has been serving clients since 2006. In his role, he focuses on developing strategies and providing advice for high-net-worth individuals, their families, and their businesses, with the aim of helping them meet their financial goals. Matthew simplifies complex financial situations by offering guidance grounded in established investment and planning principles. He partners with a team of firm specialists to assist clients comprehensively and serves as their primary point of contact. Matthew holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's degree from Arizona State University, an Associate's degree from Mesa Community College, and graduated from Marcos de Niza High School. Residing in Tempe, Arizona, Matthew is a member of the Arizona State University Alumni Association and the Sole Sports Running Club. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with his wife Janik and daughter Samantha. He is also an avid supporter of sports and actively participates in community volunteer efforts.

Nicole Corning is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Scottsdale, AZ, bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2010. Outside of her primary role, Corning hosts a podcast addressing issues faced by working mothers, serves as treasurer for The Care Fund supporting families with critically ill children, and is an author of a fiction book. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients with a broad range of financial planning and investment services that include specialized planning such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis.

Brooklyn Taylor is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. Taylor’s background includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and JP Morgan Private Bank. Outside of finance, Taylor is a partner in a bakery franchise with two locations in Arizona and manages a residential rental property through a revocable trust. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide investment recommendations.

Chad Stauffacher is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 30 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Camelback Padel, LLC, a padel and pickleball court rental business in Phoenix, AZ. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing comprehensive written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to deliver tailored retirement advice while emphasizing managed accounts and affiliated investment products.