Deroop Ramtahal is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, offering non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Danielle Delong is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 10 years of industry experience, having worked at firms including Wells Fargo and AE Wealth Management. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and utilizes multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Ronald Francis III is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Wildwood, FL, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is co-owner of Palisade Property Group LLC, involved in real estate investment and rental properties. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and pension plans. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment products through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Matthew Wojcik is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes a 22-year tenure at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole proprietor of Whoa Joe LLC, a real estate-related business in The Villages, Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory services and tailored financial planning to both individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes structured planning tools and economic modeling to assist clients in financial decision-making.

Steven Ferris is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, BFN Asset Management, and M&I Investment Management Corp., among others. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing across two periods, from 2000 to 2006 and since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that offers investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap‑fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Robert Carte is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Carte worked at Cetera Wealth Services, Collier Jernigan & Goedert PA, Avantax, and 1ST Global Advisors, among other firms. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Tracey Barnes is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2009. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and delivers these services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with client advisors.

Colleen Arredondo is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients to understand their overall goals and develop customized financial plans aimed at meeting their objectives. She emphasizes building partnerships rooted in trust and confidence. Her professional experience includes her current role at Fidelity Investments starting in 2022, where she initially served as a Financial Representative before becoming a Planning Consultant. Prior to that, she was an Associate Wealth Advisor at Ruggie Wealth Management from 2015 to 2022. Colleen holds a California Insurance License.

John Romano is a CFP® with 44 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC since 2024. He previously spent over two decades at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc., and has been associated with Senior Capital Services since 1992. Romano is the author of the book *Distribution Strategies for Retirement*, which he sells through Amazon. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is model-based, utilizing asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and risk management tools, supported by a large scale and a complex affiliated network.

William Spell III is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 17 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Edward Jones. Outside of advising, he is involved as managing member of an occasional charter service that uses professional captains. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and model managers.

Lance Larkin is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services and TD Ameritrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

John Ivory Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as CEO of Ocala 4 Football, a nonprofit organization focused on developing local youth football players and enhancing their exposure to college programs. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that manages approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Catherine Harris is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Blueprint Wealth Management. Outside of her advisory role, she is a commissioned notary in The Villages, Florida. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Kathy Schickerling is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Citigroup Global Markets, and A. G. Edwards & Sons. Her tenure at Ameriprise spans over a decade across multiple affiliates of the firm. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income services that focus on written recommendations and ongoing planning for dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Mark Dickerson is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, Destiny Wealth Partners, FSC Securities Corporation, and Morgan Stanley. He also owns Divorce Financial Analysis, LLC, a business focused on financial analysis related to divorce. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Sarah Payne is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Leesburg, Florida, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2014. Payne serves on the Board of Directors for New Vision for Independence, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual planning advice focused on retirement income strategies within a defined investment framework.

Trevor Hubbard is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his role, he partners with new and existing clients to assist with retirement planning and provide investment guidance. He has experience working as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2026 before advancing to his current position in 2026. The biography does not include information about his education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement.

Celestin Martin is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2020. In this role, he collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their individual goals and unique financial situations. He emphasizes clarity, relevance, and actionable strategies in his approach to financial consulting. Prior to joining Fidelity, Celestin worked as a Financial Consultant Partner at Charles Schwab from 2017 to 2020. His professional experience encompasses advising clients on financial matters and helping them navigate their financial objectives. Outside of his professional career, Celestin has interests in boating, fitness, parenthood, sailing, soccer, and traveling.

Samantha Cook is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2025. She has built her career at Fidelity over 19 years, holding roles including Financial Consultant, Relationship Manager, Investment Solutions Representative, Financial Representative, Defined Benefits Representative, and Workplace Service Associate. Her professional experience encompasses a broad range of responsibilities within the financial services industry, with a focus on helping clients work toward their investment goals. Samantha emphasizes a team approach to creating a comfortable lifestyle for clients throughout their retirement years. Outside of her professional role, Samantha is engaged in family activities, fitness, photography, running, traveling, and volunteering.

Gabriel Roque is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Prior to joining Charles Schwab, he worked at Trinity Wealth Securities, LLC and Florida Financial Advisors. Charles Schwab 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 provides a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by centralized custody and trading operations.