George Sherman III is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Ameriprise since 2022. Prior to that, he was with Mazuma Credit Union for 20 years and Cuna Brokerage Services, Inc. for 31 years. He serves on the Board of Directors for Missouri Valley Masters Swimming. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by algorithmic automation and a centralized consulting team.

Cory Terrell is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Kansas City, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at GEO Group and spent over two decades with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. He also holds a real estate license. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Mark Goede is a financial advisor at Merrill in Kansas City, MO, with 12 years at the firm and 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Matthew Murphy is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He currently works at Fisher Investments, where he has been since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Beacon Pointe Advisors and Ivy Funds Distributor Inc. Fisher Investments serves a global client base of institutional and private investors, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment approach led by a five-member Investment Policy Committee, integrating quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios.

Philip Forbes is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Merrill in Kansas City, MO since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he works part-time as a driver for Uber Technologies Inc. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Anthony Cox is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Olathe, KS, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial, Bank of Blue Valley, and INVEST Financial Corporation. He is also the owner of two LLCs established for payroll purposes affiliated with Raymond James. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools to support client goals, and it maintains unique affiliations and specialized advisory programs within the industry.

Steven Loyd is a Senior Resident Director with Merrill, specializing in wealth management strategies tailored to the needs of affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners. Since beginning his career in the financial services industry in 1994, he has worked alongside a team of specialists to deliver goals-based wealth management through personalized advice and a disciplined investment approach. Steven holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has a High School Diploma from Billings Missouri. He emphasizes one-on-one collaboration with clients to develop financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Steven is engaged in community service, dedicating time to volunteer with local organizations consistent with Merrill’s tradition of community involvement.

John Groves is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Oracle (Netsuite) and CarMax. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, managed solutions, and affiliated investment products supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Leslie Darrington is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. Leslie has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC since 2013. Outside of the firm, Leslie is involved in the management of investment-related business activities through ownership and partnership roles in private LLCs based in Leawood, Kansas. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser providing investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu covering various areas including retirement, education, and niche services, with tailored recommendations developed using proprietary research and tools.

Andrew Gustafson is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with nine years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for seven years and has been involved in community activities including serving on the board of a charitable welfare fund and coaching youth lacrosse. He is currently vice president of the Lacrosse Association of Kansas City, promoting youth and high school lacrosse initiatives. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers customized advisory programs that combine in-house and third-party investment management with various portfolio management and financial planning services.

Richard Homuth is a financial advisor at Merrill with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 1986, also working at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is a General Partner of Canterbury Circle Family, a family estate planning LLC. 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 investment strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Susan Mccourt is a financial advisor at Stifel with 31 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Stifel since 2012. The firm serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. Stifel utilizes a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation and financial planning analyses.

Austin Gates is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Dustin Kueser is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Olathe, KS, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016 and previously worked at Brigham Young University Idaho from 2013 to 2016. 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 advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Brent Forck is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2017 and previously worked at Joerns Healthcare. Outside of his advisory role, he is associated with Tollos, a medical equipment manufacturing and sales business. 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 advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Lisa May is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Commerce Brokerage Services Inc and U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. She operates her advisory business through LPL Financial. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and various operational tools.

Christopher Alpers is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2025. He previously worked at Edward Jones for nine years. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with an emphasis on both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Linda Werner is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Overland Park, KS, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Brad Beier is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Kansas City, MO, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2025 and has diverse work experience including roles at Amazon, Maryville University, Home Depot, and involvement with local businesses such as Ozark Boat Rentals and Paradise Tropical Restaurant. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools, including Monte Carlo simulations and Secular Return Estimates, to model financial outcomes.

Thomas Knox is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Overland Park, Kansas. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 11 years of industry experience, including prior roles with Waddell & Reed Inc. and involvement in youth soccer organizations, where he has served as a coach. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management solutions supported by research and technology tools.