Maria Jose Mc Chesney is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Acworth, GA, where she has worked since 2022. She has three years of industry experience and previously worked at DHL Express for eight years. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in a flooring franchise business as a consulting secretary alongside her husband. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and services with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Nicholas Holguin is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Family Heritage Division of Globe Life, Hutchinson Automotive Group, State Farm, and GEICO Corporate. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Renee Jenkins is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Woodstock, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at The Avenue Agency and the Georgia Department of Labor. Outside of financial advising, she is involved in acting, dedicating significant time monthly to this activity. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and limited separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Richard Ross is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and over 22 years of industry experience. He has a long history in tax preparation and accounting through his role as president of Ross Accounting & Financial Services, Inc., and has worked extensively with Avantax Advisory Services prior to joining Cetera. Ross is also involved in tax preparation services through Ross Tax Services LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts nationwide. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, with over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Luke Maxwell is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at FSC Securities Corp, Waterstone Wealth Strategies, and Robert Half International Inc. Outside of advising, he has experience working with Bentwater Golf Club and the Georgia Aquarium. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory services supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Miglena Guleva is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. prior to her current role. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets across more than 14,000 advisors. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions and utilizes research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute along with third-party analytics to support its investment process.

Hui Kim is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo since 2017, following prior roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. Outside of his advisory work, Kim owns and operates VKC Organic LLC, a farming business focused on fruits and vegetables. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Richard Gankofskie is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Woodstock, GA, holding a Series 63 license and 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2010 and previously held positions at Edward Jones, Truist Investment Services, Valic Financial Advisors, and MetLife Investment Fund Services. He also operates a separate business under the name Gankofskie Financial Strategies, LLC. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Joshua Steinert is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Cartersville, GA, holding a Series 66 credential and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and creates content for a business called Just Josh and His Watch. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm employs a large team of advisors and uses research and analytics to support its investment approach, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Anthony Sodipo is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Powder Springs, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial 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 in its approach and delivers recommendations through a centralized consulting team working alongside financial advisors.

Ryan Frantik is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Smyrna, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his career in 2024. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he held various roles outside the financial industry, including work at Rookies Pub and Ambassador Wealth Management. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to create written recommendation reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Suzanne Dineen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing eight years of industry experience. She has worked with Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021, following nine years at Quantum National Bank and a brief tenure at Piedmont Bank. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Sandra Penton is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Cartersville, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. for several years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets through over 14,000 advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Lindsey Gearhart is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Cartersville, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing nine years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing Services since 2016 and Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2014. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with services including investment advisory, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

John Kirkland is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience. He currently works at Wells Fargo Clearing, joining the firm in 2022. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Morgan Stanley, where he worked for a combined 14 years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

David Payne is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Cartersville, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank NA in various roles since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, he holds a partial ownership interest in Flint River Hunting Preserve LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets through a network of more than 14,000 financial advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Michael Dijak is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at various Raymond James entities and other firms since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a trustee for a family trust and holds power of attorney for his spouse. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and employs analytical tools to support client goals, while also maintaining specialized programs such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA consulting.

Robert Gustafson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2007. He owns a legal entity, Robert E Gustafson & Associates LLC, used for processing practice expenses. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, offering tailored recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver non-discretionary advice, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Robert Smith Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services. In addition to his advisory roles, he has operated Robert Smith CPA since 2011. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and retirement services and operates a multi-manager platform with various program options and custodial relationships.

Melissa Moss is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and six years of industry experience. She previously operated her own firm, Melissa Moss, Inc., and was involved for over a decade with the American Foundation for Women's Health and StopAfib.org. Outside of her advisory practice, she serves as a guest educator for Thrive Life Coaching. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with investment advice delivered primarily by individual advisers who employ strategies such as strategic and tactical allocations and direct indexing.