Christopher Cushman is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at Legacy Planning Advisors, LLC since 2018. He has prior experience with The Strategic Financial Alliance, Inc. and Legacy Planning Group, Inc. Cushman is a part owner of an investment club, Ben Hur, which he co-founded with college acquaintances and has participated in since around 2007. Legacy Planning Advisors, LLC provides financial planning, wealth counseling, and investment advisory services to individuals, families, trusts, corporations, and employee benefit plans. The firm employs a long-term buy-and-hold investment approach, utilizes third-party advisory programs, and offers comprehensive financial planning through its Purposeful Planning™ process.

Derek Lawson is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at MPWM Advisory Solutions LLC. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, LLC and Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as an insurance agent and owns a real estate holdings business. MPWM Advisory Solutions LLC provides investment advisory and related services to individuals, families, trusts, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, managing approximately $320.5 million in client assets.

Stacy Eaton is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Capital Square, LLC since 2017. Prior to this, Eaton worked for six years at Bellwether Investment Group, LLC. Capital Square provides investment advice and financial planning to individuals, trusts, businesses, non-profits, foundations, and endowments. The firm offers retirement planning and both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, tailoring portfolios through diversified asset allocation and utilizing strategies such as margin, options, and third-party managers when appropriate.

Natalie Wheeler is a financial advisor at Wealth Science Advisors LLC with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at World 50 and the University of Georgia. Wealth Science Advisors primarily serves individual and family clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting. The firm combines traditional asset allocation and modern portfolio theory with behavioral assessments, including a proprietary Wealth Science Assessment, to develop investment plans implemented mainly with mutual funds and ETFs.

Adam Mauldin is a financial advisor with RightOak Asset Management, LLC and holds a Series 65 designation. He has been with RightOak since 2026 and has prior work experience in various roles including entrepreneurship and customer communications management software through his involvement with DataOceans. RightOak Asset Management provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plan sponsors, and corporations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and long-term value investing, and also offers retirement-plan consulting with ERISA fiduciary roles.

Margaret Mayer is a financial advisor with Optivise Advisory Services LLC, holding a Series 65 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at Optivise since 2019 and previously spent three years at The Optimized RIA, Inc., alongside more than a decade at Howard Capital Management, Inc. Ms. Mayer is also the sole owner of Milton Financial, LLC, through which she markets investment and insurance products. Optivise Advisory Services provides portfolio management and financial planning to individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals and pension plans. The firm offers discretionary model portfolios and ERISA-plan advice, and operates a subscription-based co-advisory service for employer-sponsored defined contribution plans.

Christopher Carrelha is a financial advisor at Wellesley Asset Management, Inc. with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked for AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. for 17 years. He currently serves as a director involved in promoting funds for Wellesley Asset Management. Wellesley Asset Management provides discretionary portfolio management to individuals, pension and retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm specializes in convertible securities and absolute-return oriented strategies, managing separately managed accounts as well as affiliated mutual funds, an exchange-traded fund, and a private pooled vehicle.

George Rall Jr. is a financial advisor with Loftin Wealth Partners in Johns Creek, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial, GER Financial LLC, Ger Loftin Wealth Advisors, LLC, and United Planners' Financial Services. Rall provides investment advisory services through Loftin Wealth Partners, where he is actively involved. Loftin Wealth Partners offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm customizes portfolios based on client objectives, time horizon, and risk tolerance, employing various strategies including asset allocation, technical analysis, and both long- and short-term trading.

Zachary Lepore is a financial advisor at TRUFP with a Series 65 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Focus Partners Wealth, Buckingham Strategic Wealth, and Florida Financial Advisors. Outside of finance, he was involved with Murky Waters Blues & BBQ. TRUFP provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and employer plan sponsors. The firm uses a range of strategies including asset allocation and both short- and long-term trading, with regular account reviews and reporting.

Elizabeth Hamilton Walker is a financial advisor with Wealth Science Advisors LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and possessing 18 years of industry experience. She worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management from 2007 to 2022 before joining Wealth Science Advisors in 2022. In addition to her advisory role, she owns a psychological analytics and consulting business focused on psychological assessments. Wealth Science Advisors primarily serves individuals and families, including high-net-worth households, offering discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial planning. The firm uses a proprietary psychological profiling tool and a Money Happiness™ framework integrated with modern portfolio theory and offers a range of services through multiple affiliated entities across nine offices.

Andrew Wright is a financial advisor with Wellspring Wealth Management LLC in Alpharetta, GA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wellspring Wealth Management in 2018, he worked at Wellspring Associates and The Leaders Group Inc. Wellspring Wealth Management LLC provides investment advisory, financial planning, and portfolio management services to individuals, families, trusts, estates, and related entities, including high-net-worth clients. The firm uses individualized strategic asset allocations overseen by an internal Investment Policy Committee and offers access to LPL Financial programs while employing multiple industry affiliations and dual registrations.

Steven Dougherty is a financial advisor with MPWM Advisory Solutions LLC in Alpharetta, GA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining MPWM Advisory Solutions in 2019, he was associated with LPL Financial and had a two-year retirement period. MPWM Advisory Solutions LLC provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm emphasizes a long-term, diversified investment approach using a mix of firm-managed models and third-party managers, supported by its role as sponsor of a bundled wrap program and integration with LPL Financial.

Mark Gibbs is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at JT Stratford, LLC. He has worked at Fiduciary Capital Stratford, LLC since 2015 and has owned Gibbs Financial Services, PC since 2004, where he provides tax preparation and accounting services for approximately 140 clients. Gibbs is also a licensed CPA in Georgia, offering additional tax and accounting support. JT Stratford, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $815 million for over 1,100 clients through a 14-person team. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporations, offering portfolio management, financial planning, employer retirement plan services, and access to third-party model portfolios and sub-advisory strategies.

Carly O’Brien is a financial advisor at Wealth Science Advisors LLC and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has one year of industry experience, including a prior role at William Blair. Before entering the financial industry, she spent several years in education at the University of Georgia, Concord High School, and JN Fries Middle School. Wealth Science Advisors serves individuals and families, including high-net-worth clients, through discretionary investment management and financial planning. The firm uses a proprietary psychological profiling tool called Finprint™ and a Money Happiness™ framework alongside modern portfolio theory to manage portfolios, supported by a multi-office presence and a range of affiliated entities offering expanded services.

Kurt Grimmer is a financial advisor at American Wealth Management, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at American Wealth Management since 2020 and Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a commissioner for the Peninsula Metropolitan Park District and the Tacoma Narrows Airport Advisory Commission in Washington. American Wealth Management is an SEC-registered advisory firm with a team of ten advisors managing approximately $310 million for individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm employs a range of investment strategies informed by micro- and macroeconomic analysis, fundamental and technical research, and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services.

David Fountain is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience, currently with Financial Consultants Group Inc since 2017. Prior to that, he worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. from 2012 to 2017. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce, assisting with the nonprofit’s financial oversight in a volunteer capacity. Financial Consultants Group, Inc. provides discretionary portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning to individuals, families—including high-net-worth clients—as well as corporations and trusts. The firm employs fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and technical analysis in a long-term discretionary trading approach, supported by periodic due diligence on technology providers and firm-specific custodial and service arrangements.

Joseph Hampton is a CFP® affiliated with Financial Consultants Group Inc in Cumming, GA. He has prior work experience at Tender Lawn Care, Inc. and The University of Georgia. Hampton has been with Financial Consultants Group since 2024. Financial Consultants Group serves individuals and families, including high-net-worth clients, as well as corporations and trusts, offering discretionary portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning. The firm employs fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and technical analysis in a long-term, discretionary trading approach and integrates AI and machine learning tools with ongoing due diligence.

Samuel Hutto is a financial advisor with Legacy Planning Advisors, LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has experience working with The Strategic Financial Alliance, Ameriprise Financial, and has a background that includes roles in education and entrepreneurship. Outside of finance, he was involved with Kona Ice, a mobile dessert business. Legacy Planning Advisors, LLC offers financial planning, wealth counseling, and investment advisory services to individuals, families, trusts, corporations, and employee benefit plans. The firm employs a long-term buy-and-hold investment approach supported by third-party managers and provides retirement plan consulting and participant education.

Shaun Duffy is a financial advisor at The Lloyd Advisory Group with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with The Lloyd Advisory Group since 2019. Prior to his advisory career, he worked at Outback Steakhouse for 13 years. The Lloyd Advisory Group provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services primarily to individual clients and personal trusts. The firm uses a three-bucket investment approach and relies on third-party model portfolios and money managers accessed through AE Wealth Management’s platform.

Joshua Studebaker is a financial advisor at Loftin Wealth Partners with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential / LPL Enterprise LLC, BJM Financial, Inc., and 49 Wealth Management. Outside of advising, he is involved with Spark Collective Holdings LLC and works with Heart of Georgia Health Insurance and Virtus Accounting. Loftin Wealth Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charitable organizations, and corporations with portfolio management, financial planning, and managed account services. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management and employs strategies such as hedging, leverage, and options when appropriate.