Jaime Musa is a financial advisor with Insigneo Advisory Services, LLC in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citibank NA and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is an owner and director of MZM21 LLC, a pass-through tax entity. Insigneo Advisory Services provides investment advisory and consulting services to both retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with a blend of committee-driven model portfolios and individualized advisor-led portfolio construction that incorporates global asset classes and emerging-market exposures.

Randy Leclair is a financial advisor at Zacks Investment Management, Inc. with 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Zacks and Company and Zacks Investment Management since 2006, following prior roles at Optsecurities, LLC, Quasar Distributors, and Fisher Investments. Zacks Investment Management provides discretionary investment management services to individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, pooled investment vehicles, and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of proprietary quantitative models and qualitative portfolio management across a diverse range of strategies and manages affiliated mutual funds and ETFs.

William Brinkley is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with 25 years of industry experience. He is currently with First Heartland Consultants, Inc. and has prior experience at First Citizens Bank and several wealth management firms. Brinkley holds the Series 66 license and is based in Charlotte, NC. First Heartland Consultants provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, businesses, and retirement plan participants. The firm offers personalized asset management, third-party asset management services, and model-based self-directed brokerage account programs delivered through independent investment adviser representatives using a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

Matthew Haddad is a CFA® charterholder with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Dakota Wealth, LLC since 2020 and previously was employed at Willingdon Wealth Management, LLC and BMGI. Dakota Wealth, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and business enterprises, offering wealth management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and portfolio management. The firm utilizes a long-term, customized investment approach incorporating fundamental, technical, and quantitative analysis, and is involved in managing pooled investment vehicles and serving as a sub-advisor to a registered ETF.

Michael Mahoney is a financial advisor at Coastal Bridge Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at firms including Trinity Point Wealth, LLC, Morgan Stanley Distribution, Inc., and Voya Investment Management CO. LLC. Mahoney serves as Treasurer for American Legion Post 503 and the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the Investment & Wealth Institute committee. Coastal Bridge Advisors provides financial planning, consulting, and wealth management services to individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, foundations, and qualified retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, fundamental analysis approach and constructs diversified portfolios, often incorporating external managers and specialized advisory services.

Brian Corbett is a financial advisor at First Citizens Asset Management, Inc. in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include over a decade at BMO Harris Financial Advisors and BMO Harris Bank, followed by five years at LPL Financial. First Citizens Asset Management, Inc. provides model-based sub-advisory and direct investment advisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, municipalities, and institutions. The firm offers multi-asset class model portfolios utilizing fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis with discretionary investment management focused on strategic asset allocation and risk control.

Logan Tingley is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at 49 Financial with two years of industry experience. Based in Charlotte, NC, he joined 49 Financial in 2024 after completing eleven years as a student. 49 Financial serves a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, corporations, and retirement plans, offering financial planning, advanced planning, retirement-plan consulting, and investment management. The firm emphasizes disciplined, long-term diversified asset allocation and manages proprietary model portfolios combined with behavioral coaching.

Keith Stabasefski is a CFP® professional with 14 years of experience in financial advisory services. He is currently with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC and has previously worked at BGW Wealth Advisors, BGW CPA, Capital One Investing, United Income, Secrest Blakey & Associates, and Cavok Wealth Consulting. Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC provides investment advisory services through a network of independent advisors and multi-advisor teams, serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $13.45 billion in client assets and offers a wide range of investment products and platforms with both discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Jennifer Cute is a CFA® charterholder with 15 years of industry experience. She is currently an advisor at Snowden Capital Advisors LLC and Snowden Account Services LLC, having joined in 2025. Her prior experience includes roles at TD Bank N.A. and TD Private Client Wealth LLC from 2018 to 2025, Regions Financial Corporation from 2016 to 2018, and ICC Capital Management Inc from 2003 to 2008. Snowden Capital Advisors LLC primarily serves high-net-worth individuals and family offices, as well as institutional clients such as pension plans and endowments. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, ERISA consulting, and access to model-based strategies implemented through various platforms and sub-advisers.

Cole Batchelor is a financial advisor at Foundations Investment Advisors LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Alloy Investment Management, Voya Financial Advisors, Merrill Lynch, Bank of America, and other firms. Foundations Investment Advisors provides financial planning and portfolio management to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and registered investment companies. The firm employs a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and uses model portfolios with an asymmetric rebalancing approach.

Jeremy Long is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Principal Bank, Principal Financial Services, Principal Life Insurance Company, and Wells Fargo Clearing. He provides one-on-one investment advice to retirement plan participants eligible for distributions. Principal Advised Services offers investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, combining third-party methodologies with proprietary models. The firm operates within the Principal Financial Group family, leveraging integrated resources across affiliated entities to provide comprehensive investment solutions.

Matthew Marcus is a financial advisor at Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Principal Advised Services and affiliated Principal entities since 2026. Prior to joining Principal, Marcus worked in various roles including with Live Events Media Group and UNC Charlotte. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary wrap-fee investment management program. The firm integrates third-party and proprietary models and operates within the Principal Financial Group family, providing access to affiliated products and services.

Andrew Harris is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with one year of industry experience, currently serving at Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC. His prior experience includes roles at Principal Bank, Principal Life Insurance Company, Principal Securities, Inc., Nexseer Capital, and BNY Mellon. He also held positions related to investment advice and retirement consulting within the Principal Financial Group. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary wrap-fee investment management program. The firm integrates proprietary models and third-party tools within the Principal Financial Group family, leveraging affiliated entities for a range of financial products and services.

Michael Wassell is a financial advisor with First Citizens Asset Management, Inc. in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank NA and various First Citizens affiliates since 2018. First Citizens Asset Management provides model-based sub-advisory and direct investment advisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers global multi-asset class model portfolios using fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis within discretionary investment management frameworks.

Philip Miller is a financial advisor at Exodus Wealth, LLC with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple firms, including Prosperity Wealth Management, Fortune Financial Services, Integrated Financial Strategies, and his own Miller Insurance & Financial Services. Miller dedicates limited time to outside insurance appointments. Exodus Wealth serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and pension plans, offering asset management, financial planning, and consulting. The firm manages several hundred million dollars in discretionary assets and emphasizes tailored portfolio supervision using a combination of investment strategies across various asset types.

William Herford is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 35 years of industry experience. He currently serves at Arkadios Wealth Advisors and Arkadios Capital, where he has worked since 2020. Prior to this, he was with Triad Advisors, Inc. from 2014 to 2020. He is also the owner and president of Exclusive Financial Resources, LLC, which manages marketing and operations for his securities business. Arkadios Wealth Advisors provides investment and wealth management services to individuals, trusts, businesses, and retirement plans through a variety of managed accounts and advisory solutions. The firm employs a discretionary management approach supported by an internal portfolio team and offers comprehensive reporting that includes assets held away from their programs.

Wesley Hodges is a financial advisor at OneAscent Financial Services LLC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors and Securities America, Inc. Hodges is also a licensed insurance agent who occasionally sells term life insurance for client convenience and holds an ownership position in Pure Tax LLC. OneAscent Financial Services LLC is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and institutions through multiple advisory teams. The firm offers a range of asset management and financial planning services utilizing individualized asset-allocation strategies and model-based platforms, with additional services including outsourced CIO, CCO support, and donor-advised fund technology.

Mason Barish is a financial advisor at Principal Advised Services with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Principal, he held roles at Travelers Insurance and Murphy Matza Wealth Management, and worked in education at Wake County Public Schools for 15 years. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary, wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates third-party and proprietary investment models and operates within the Principal Financial Group family, providing access to affiliated products and services.

Wales Dixon IV is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Principal Life Insurance Company and Principal Financial Services, as well as positions outside the financial industry. Dixon also provides one-on-one investment advice to retirement plan participants as a Retirement Consultant. Principal Advised Services delivers investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering a combination of non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary investment management program supported by proprietary models and third-party methodology.

Barrett Gray is a financial advisor at Earned Wealth Advisors, LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Dimensional Fund Advisors and Choreo, LLC. Earned Wealth Advisors serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, with a focus on doctors, dentists, and their practices. The firm offers financial planning, discretionary wealth management, and retirement-plan advisory services, utilizing independent investment managers and model portfolios guided by an internal Investment Strategy Committee and third-party consultants.