Nicholas Bruner is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked at Cetera and Avantax Advisory Services as well as 1st Global Advisors, and he is also a CPA partner involved with Rushton, LLC. Outside of his advisory roles, he serves as Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair for the United Way of Hall County and is Treasurer of the Elachee Nature Science Center, as well as Immediate Past President of the Gainesville Jaycees. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform that offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and a variety of program structures and third-party money manager options.

Roderick Bishoff is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Dawsonville, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2011 and previously spent eight years with Independent Financial Partners. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Exchange Properties LLC, a business entity focused on tax and investment purposes. 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 a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house research and third-party subadvisors.

Jeffrey Wegner is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. His prior employment includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill. He is currently based in Cumming, Georgia. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing comprehensive written recommendations across retirement, tax, estate, and other planning areas. The firm combines goal-based analyses with managed-account programs under its WealthPlan option, while maintaining separate planning and portfolio management services.

Harrison Adams is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2022, he worked at Charles Schwab and Professional Benefits Consulting, and has experience in both advisory and consulting roles. He also has a background in education, having been affiliated with Reinhardt University for four years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, along with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and various institutional solutions.

Luke Donahue is a financial advisor with Edward Jones holding a Series 66 designation and currently based in Cumming, GA. He has one year of experience in the financial industry following a 20-year career in the United States Navy. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment options. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jeffrey Sulka is a CFP® certificant with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000, serving clients from Gainesville, Georgia. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and 15,100 branch offices.

Samuel Heath is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and 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.

Jayson Im is a financial advisor at Merrill in Buford, GA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, and Truist. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Kimberly Mc Donald is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill Lynch for 24 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools, including Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations, to model financial outcomes.

Jonathan Shepard is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2021 and previously worked at Life Time Asset Management, Commonwealth Financial Network, and TD Ameritrade. 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 a range of alternative investment options, supported by a large-scale, integrated operational platform.

Milton Martin is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Cumming, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Financial Services since 1985 and Primerica Advisors since 1999. In addition to his advisory role, he receives compensation for referrals related to home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with a range of model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and offers a tiered wrap-fee structure, focusing on retail investors rather than institutional or pension plan clients.

Matthew English is a financial advisor with Merrill in Oakweed, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2013. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Micah Gear is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Gear manages his independent financial advisement practice through InGear Wealth Management, Inc. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services supported by analytical tools and a broad advisor network.

Matthew Thorne is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. Matthew works closely with clients to define their financial goals and develop portfolio strategies designed to help reach those goals, providing ongoing advice and adjusting strategies as clients' situations change. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the United States Air Force Academy. Matthew is a veteran of the Air Force and balances his professional responsibilities with personal interests including baseball, football, golfing, reading, and spending time with his family.

Ted Guyton Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with CUNA Brokerage Services and Cuna Mutual Group since 2003 and joined LPL Financial in 2022. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches.

Raymond Bardoul is a financial professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds the Series 63 designation and has prior experience at Massmutual Life Insurance Company, MML Investors Services, Inc., and operated Bardoul & Associates, Inc. for over two decades. Outside of his advisory role, he is active as an insurance agent selling life, disability, fixed annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera is a nationwide independent advisory platform serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management services and investment programs through discretionary and non-discretionary authorities, supported by affiliated and third-party managers.

Stephen Groover is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network, Moore Colson PC, and Nichols Cauley & Associates. Outside of advising, he is involved in tax preparation through Paige Rossi, LLC. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports clients through advisory programs while maintaining a focus on technology and risk management.

Yoleiba Jenner is a Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2006 and currently serves as the Resident Director of the Pleasanton office, overseeing 24 financial advisors and managing over $3.8 billion in assets as of March 2025. Jenner leads a team focused on helping individuals and families build and manage wealth by developing comprehensive plans tailored to each client’s goals, needs, and priorities. He also serves as a Retirement Benefits Consultant, assisting public and private companies with retirement plans and employee financial wellness programs. Jenner has over 22 years of industry experience, including leadership roles, and has shared his expertise as a speaker to hundreds of Merrill financial advisors. He holds several professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a bachelor’s degree from the California State University System. Outside of his professional work, Jenner is involved with the Gratitude Network and resides in Danville with his wife and two daughters. He enjoys traveling within the US and abroad, along with interests in baseball, basketball, cooking, football, music, running, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Levi Dutton is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cumming, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2023, he worked in healthcare organizations including Northeast Georgia Health Systems, Wellstar, and Gwinnett Medical Center. He is also co-owner of 3 Siblings, LLC, where he manages his Ameriprise business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeting individuals with at least $1 million in net investable assets, delivering written recommendations that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Rhonda Crosby is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 28 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2021, she worked at TD Ameritrade, Inc., TD Ameritrade Investment Management, LLC, and Scottrade. Outside of her advisory role, Crosby serves as treasurer of her homeowners association. 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 services, combining brokerage, custody, and advisory offerings in a large-scale, integrated structure.