Samuel Rivera is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management Inc. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2017. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and manages risk using strategies such as tax-loss harvesting and defensive tactics.

Artis Garrett is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Glen Allen, VA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mass Mutual Life Insurance Co. and MML Investors Services since 2021, and previously with OneAmerica Securities and American United Life from 2016 to 2021. Outside of finance, Garrett owns Nightskool Entertainment LLC, a music label focused on developing and promoting artists, and he is also the author of a book published in 2023. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved software and event-driven planning programs to deliver tailored recommendations.

Marco Backus is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. Prior to this, he served as an Investment Solutions Representative at Fidelity Investments in 2024 and was a Customer Relationship Advocate at the company from 2022 to 2024. His professional experience at Fidelity Investments encompasses various client-facing roles focused on financial consulting and investment solutions. Raised in Germany, Marco relocated to the United States, bringing a broad range of experiences that enable him to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. He provides straightforward financial guidance aimed at helping clients feel confident about their financial futures. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Marco enjoys cooking and baking, participating in family activities, engaging in fitness and outdoor adventures, as well as reading and traveling.

Bruce Griggs is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Next Financial Group, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved with Pinnacle First Financial Group, LLC, where he sells life insurance. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to construct portfolios tailored to client needs.

William Jorgensen Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, offering 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 services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with financial advisors.

Gary Kelman is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2025, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services from 2013 to 2025. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions and maintains proprietary model strategies alongside access to third-party managers.

Aaron Rowe is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines in Henrico, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2018, following roles at EF Legacy Securities, LLC and Edelman Financial Services LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services across a diversified range of portfolios.

Michael Thaler is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Effective Ministries Inc., which supports ministries in Africa, and owns My Purpose Plan LLC, a business focused on creating inspirational and educational materials. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing multiple investment platforms and both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Brian Gwaltney is a Financial Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2023. He provides financial guidance tailored to individual circumstances, emphasizing ongoing partnership and clear communication to help clients make informed decisions. Prior to his current role, Brian served as a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2019 to 2023 and as a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual from 2018 to 2019. His professional experience spans various aspects of financial advising across these organizations. Outside of his professional work, Brian engages in personal interests including bowling, football, and golf.

Nicholas Shedd is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, where he has worked for 11 years. He has also been associated with Mainsail Wealth Advisors during this time. 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, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and maintains unique offerings such as municipal advisory services and a SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services program.

Harry Matheney II is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise in 2024, he worked at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, The Path Financial Strategies, LLC, NYLIFE Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Co. Matheney is also involved with Prudential Sponsored Non-Variable Insurance activities. LPL Enterprise serves a broad mix of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products via an integrated platform.

Jerry Klich is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Glen Allen, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he is a semi-professional magician and co-owner of a software development business called Medieval Interactive DBA Big Top Games. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, written recommendation reports. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Ryan Goss is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at TIAA and TD Ameritrade. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a subsidiary of MassMutual that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers through collaborative, annual planning engagements.

Gregory Moore is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Moore operates two consulting DBAs, Alexander Consulting Group and Synergy Wealth Group, both based in Midlothian, VA. 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 financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technology applications.

Robert Thompson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab since 2011. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals primarily through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, delivering investment guidance through multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence on alternative investments.

Destiny Holmes is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. She collaborates with clients to understand their financial goals and preferences, working alongside them to build tailored financial plans aimed at pursuing those goals. Destiny's professional experience at Fidelity Investments spans several roles, including Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2024 and Financial Representative from 2021 to 2022. This progression reflects her growing expertise in client relationship management and financial planning. Outside of her professional work, Destiny has interests in beach activities, cooking and baking, fitness, pets, softball, and traveling.

Louis Belinkie is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 1984 and has worked with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 1981. Outside of his advisory role, he is also an agent involved in individual and group life and health insurance. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, money-manager programs, and educational seminars with an emphasis on collaborative, goal-based planning.

Chad Lehr is a financial advisor at Cetera with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked with MML Investor Services, LLC and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. Outside of his advisory role, he manages the website ChadLehr.com for his Cetera business and maintains renewals on existing life, health, disability, and long-term care insurance policies. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment options.

George Hamby is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Momentum Independent Network Inc. and Capital Securities Management, Inc. He is involved with Highland Partners Financial Services, an entity associated with his LPL business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisors, offering a range of financial planning, advisory programs, and brokerage services.

Byron Shea is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Richmond, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2023, he worked at Verizon Wireless for six years and Sherwin Williams for one year. 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 ongoing retirement-income planning advice through a centralized team, employing a non-discretionary implementation approach and utilizing proprietary research and third-party data.