Michael Nemetz is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Allstate Insurance Company. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. LPL Enterprise serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutions, offering financial planning, advisory services, model portfolio programs, and brokerage and insurance products through an integrated platform.

Thomas Valenza is a financial advisor at Stifel with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2016 and previously spent three years at Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with Mannino's Market for over 20 years. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jason Noakes is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Prior to that, he was associated with Citigroup Global Markets starting in 2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Tyler Patterson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2023 and previously at TD Ameritrade from 2021 to 2024. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Carolyn Kleen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and experience spanning roles at Wells Fargo Bank, U.S. Bancorp, and Scott Credit Union since 2008. She is based in St. Louis, MO, and began her advisory role at Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory process is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jared Watkins is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His background includes three years at Charles Schwab Co., Inc., and prior employment at Amazon and involvement with the Boy Scouts of America. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services supported by Wells Fargo research and tools, with clients able to choose how to implement recommendations through various brokerage or advisory programs.

Joseph Mufson is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Saint Louis, MO. He assists in leading the MB Group, a multi-generational family team with offices in Clayton, MO and Ft. Lauderdale, FL, focusing on providing comprehensive wealth management and personalized financial planning services. The MB Group emphasizes building trusting relationships and delivering transparent, client-centered advice to help families align their finances with their long-term goals, utilizing Merrill’s full wealth management resources along with Bank of America’s banking solutions. Mr. Mufson’s areas of expertise include retirement planning, divorce transition planning, executive and equity compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds multiple professional designations such as Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a bachelor's degree from Goucher College and a master’s degree from the College for Financial Planning. In addition to his professional role, Mr. Mufson is involved in the community through organizations such as the JCC Maccabi Games. Outside of work, he has personal interests that include basketball, reading, tennis, and spending time with his family.

James Friddell is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Enterprise, based in St. Louis, MO, with 22 years of experience in the financial services industry. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and MML Investors Services. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering advisory and brokerage services through an integrated platform that combines financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and insurance products.

Elijah Glass is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Maryland Heights, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Joshua Dixon is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2015. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services including specialized planning for business-owner transitions, sports and entertainment, and special needs. The firm provides tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools, with clients choosing whether to implement advice through various brokerage or advisory programs.

Alexander Miller is currently a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on advanced financial planning strategies and provides guidance to clients to help improve their financial well-being. Alexander has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant. His experience encompasses various aspects of financial consulting and investment advising, reflecting a deep engagement with markets, economics, and policy. He emphasizes making complex financial concepts simple and treats clients with the same respect and care he would expect for himself. Alexander finds fulfillment in utilizing his knowledge to positively impact the lives of his clients and their families.

Cassandra Painter is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in St. Louis, Missouri, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as a project manager and financial analyst with Streamline Orthotics LLC and provides bookkeeping services through Balanced Books Solutions. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Jacob Lowry is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license, with 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge Investment Research since 2013. Lowry is a co-founder of The WealthCare Group and owner of Lowry Financial Group, where he focuses on Medicare servicing and education. He also serves as a board member of the Glen Ed Soccer Association, a youth athletic organization. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a large network of independent professionals. The firm employs a variety of investment strategies and platforms, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management tailored to client objectives.

Robert Hardcastle III is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth Inc. in Chesterfield, MO. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has two years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, he operates a sole proprietorship offering Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription plans. Osaic Wealth Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services and utilizes firm‑provided tools and third‑party managers to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client preferences.

Vincent Taormina is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in St. Peters, Missouri, holding a Series 66 license with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he served as a city councilman for Minden, Louisiana. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices.

Justin Brown is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc and Century Securities Associates, Inc. Brown is also an associate and branch manager at Krentz Financial Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse clientele ranging from individuals to institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary consulting supported by analytical tools and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Tracy Brinkmeier is a financial advisor at Stifel with 32 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2011. Stifel serves a broad client base including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services with a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group. The firm’s services include fee-based financial planning and recommendations of third-party advisers, with an emphasis on client discretion in implementation.

Nathan Zornes is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Robbins Insurance Group. Outside of advising, he is involved with Robbins Financial, a business related to his LPL activities. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products on an integrated platform.

Mark Rutherford is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and possessing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1984 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of finance, he has served as a college soccer official with NISOA since 1981. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which provides model-driven strategies and a limited selection of separately managed accounts primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs a tiered wrap-fee structure and curates third-party asset managers while overseeing portfolio implementation through BNY Mellon Advisors.

Christina Meyer is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Ellisville, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2010. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm provides a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions, utilizing a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools to deliver tailored, tax-efficient retirement recommendations.