Sydney Young is a financial advisor at Stifel with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Stifel, Young worked at Young Hanks and Hanks CPAs PA from 2017 to 2024 and Robinson Hanks Young and Roberts PA from 2009 to 2017. Outside of finance, Young serves as a board member of Loveland Living Inc., an organization supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary analytical methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to guide asset allocation and financial planning.

Alan Richmond is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Venice, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Brian Angelillis is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently advising clients at Edward Jones since 2015. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Venice, FL. 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 strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Scott Ferguson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 23 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, where he has worked since 2019, following prior roles at FSC Securities Corporation and Morgan Stanley DW Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is CEO and owner of Seaboard Capital Group LLC and also operates as an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual investors and institutional clients such as pension and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management across multiple platforms and custodians.

Brandon High is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sarasota, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2017, he worked at Brixey & Meyer from 2014 to 2017. He serves as a board member of CHESS Christian School in Centerville, OH. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment options. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, including tax-efficient services and affiliated investment products.

Samuel Stempler serves as a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Venice, Florida. He focuses on providing clients with thoughtful planning and flexible financial strategies, emphasizing clear communication, transparency, and long-term client relationships. His approach aims to help clients understand the importance of developing a financial plan and adapting it as life circumstances change. Originally from New York, Samuel relocated to Florida in 2023. He has been with Merrill since 2020 and assists clients with investment planning, risk management, and tax minimization strategies. He works alongside a team with over 70 years of collective wealth management experience. Samuel holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the State University of New York System. Samuel is an active member of the Sertoma organization in Venice, Florida. He resides in Parrish with his close family friend, Morgan, and their golden retriever, Oakley. His personal interests include chess, cooking, fishing, gardening, golfing, painting, pickleball, soccer, spending time with family, and swimming.

Blake Lynn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Edward Jones since 2002. 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 under management through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, along with affiliated mutual funds and tax-efficient services.

Robert Nelson Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in North Port, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President of Summit Park LLC, a property management company, where he participates in board meetings and supports governance activities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard, with notable scale in retail advisory services, branch offices, and affiliated financial capabilities.

Seann Wooten is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Morgan Stanley, UBS Financial Services, Merrill, and Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services primarily to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative analysis supported by a manager solutions team, with a distinctive range of regulatory registrations and derivatives capabilities.

Glenn Scharf is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Next Financial Group Inc and Cumberland Brokerage Corporation and is the CEO and sole member of Scharf Group, LLC, a business he has led since 1995. Additionally, he serves as a Chapter Success and Launch Coach for Business Network International. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of investment solutions including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Shannon King is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having seven years of industry experience. King has been with Wells Fargo Clearing Services since 2018 and has also worked at Wells Fargo Bank since 2013. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Michael Long is a financial advisor at Stifel with 46 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Bank of America and Stifel Nicolaus & Co. In addition to his advisory work, Long serves on several non-investment-related boards, including a homeowners association, a country club finance committee, and a church endowment fund. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Terri Nelson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked in law enforcement with the Sarasota County and Jefferson County Sheriff's Offices and held roles at LifeLock/Symantec Corporation and Ann Taylor Factory Store. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Judith Furjanic is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 41 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2015. She is a co-trustee and part owner of Jaburek/Furjanic Financial Group, a firm based in Itasca, IL. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options tailored to clients meeting certain net-worth thresholds, using proprietary research and planning tools.

Aystin Martinez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. in 2025, Martinez worked at Raymond James & Associates Inc. and Bankers Life. Martinez also has experience in education at Georgia Southwestern State University and in the renewable energy sector with PlugPV. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Rita McCluskey is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has spent her entire career. She began her tenure at Merrill in 1993, initially focusing on estate planning by identifying the need for various types of trusts and advising clients on the most suitable options for their situations. In 2000, she transitioned to the financial advisor role, serving high-net-worth families with a holistic and realistic approach. Rita is part of The McCluskey Group, emphasizing long-term financial decision consequences and managing investment risk through targeted allocations. Her work includes reviewing wills, powers of attorney, and providing Social Security analyses. Rita holds a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER4 certification awarded by the Certified Financial Board of Standards, Inc., and a Bachelor's Degree from Marian University. Her 30-year career experience encompasses corporate executive services, education planning, executive and equity compensation, legacy and philanthropic planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and small business strategies. She serves a nationwide clientele of senior-level executives, small business owners, engineers, and scientists, focusing on maintaining long-term relationships with a select circle of families. Outside her professional work, Rita is involved in community organizations including Conner Prairie and Hendricks Live. She enjoys camping, cooking, golfing, running, swimming, traveling, yoga, and spending time with her family.

Matthew Boehm is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Venice, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at OSAIC, Woodbury Financial Services, Lion Street Financial, and Choice Solutions Inc. He is also the owner of two business entities, including Legacy Private Wealth Advisors. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base of individual and institutional investors, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals. The firm supports both discretionary and non-discretionary management, provides proprietary model strategies, and offers access to third-party advisers and sub-advisors.

Charlotte Roper is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms, including Edward Jones, LPL Financial, and Suncoast Credit Union. In addition to her financial career, she is a published author with WestBow Press. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework.

William Yaegers is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, serving with LPL Financial since 2009. He is based in Sarasota, FL. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in business activities including operating a financial services entity and managing investment-related ventures. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management solutions supported by extensive resources and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Christopher Bouley is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for nine years before joining Wells Fargo in 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he co-hosts a radio show on WNRI Radio Station. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.