Timothy Naylor is a financial advisor at Prosperity - An EisnerAmper Company with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Avantax Advisory Services and 1ST Global Capital Corp. Outside of advisory work, he is a partner at EisnerAmper, focusing on tax and accounting services. Prosperity - An EisnerAmper Company serves individuals, trustees, estates, retirement plans, and business entities, providing financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm emphasizes asset allocation and diversification, using both discretionary and non-discretionary management with third-party independent managers and model portfolios.

Jalyn Thorpe is a financial advisor with Credit Union Investment Services, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing three years of industry experience. She has worked in various roles within the credit union and financial services sector, including positions at State Employees' Credit Union, SECU Life Insurance Company, and Members Trust Company. Thorpe also served as a financial advisory services specialist and life insurance agent, providing financial services and life insurance to credit union members. Credit Union Investment Services primarily serves North Carolina residents, offering non-discretionary portfolio management, asset allocation advice, and retirement planning. The firm focuses on long-term, goals-based advice using low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, and operates within a credit union ecosystem as a subsidiary of State Employees’ Credit Union.

Katherine Eaker is a financial advisor at Capital Analysts with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked with Lincoln Investment and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as a sales assistant at FFG Companies, where she is studying for the SIE and Series 7 exams. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through a variety of programs and emphasizes a fiduciary role with automated rebalancing and tax-aware options.

David Wahlen is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors in Raleigh, NC, with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at CapFinancial Partners LLC (CAPTRUST) and Hatteras Funds. Outside of his advisory role, Wahlen serves as a consultant for several third-party research firms, providing expertise on the competitive landscape and trends within the RIA industry. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages approximately $10.6 billion and serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, overseen by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee, while allowing advisors to customize portfolios on various platforms.

Joseph Bowman is a financial advisor with Credit Union Investment Services in Cary, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. He has worked with Members Trust Company, SECU Life Insurance Company, SECU Brokerage Services, and State Employees' Credit Union. Outside of his financial roles, Bowman manages Bear Branch Farm, a local grocery and woodworking business selling produce and handmade items at farmer's markets. Credit Union Investment Services serves individual investors and trust clients in North Carolina, offering non-discretionary portfolio management and retirement planning with a focus on low-cost, index-based mutual funds and ETFs. The firm emphasizes a goals-based, long-term planning approach and employs salaried advisers who provide recommendations while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Darlene Scoggins is a financial advisor with Credit Union Investment Services in Cary, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. She has worked with Members Trust Company, Secu Life Insurance Company, Secu Brokerage Services, and State Employees' Credit Union since 2010. Outside of her financial services roles, she operates a small arts and crafts business. Credit Union Investment Services serves primarily individual investors in North Carolina, providing non-discretionary portfolio management, retirement and financial planning, and a wrap-fee program. The firm focuses on low-cost, index-based mutual funds and ETFs alongside fixed-income products, emphasizing a goals-based, long-term planning approach.

Thomas Corenevsky is a financial advisor at Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Wealthcare Advisory Partners in 2021, he worked at LPL Financial for 18 years. Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC manages approximately $6 billion in client assets through a team of over 150 advisors, serving individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines a goals-based, client-centered planning process with an evidence-based investment framework that includes proprietary quantitative measures and access to alternative and private placement investments.

Ron Linton is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation with 23 years of industry experience. He is currently with Level Four Advisory Services, where he has worked since 2025. Prior to this, he spent 12 years at The Fidelity Bank and LPL Financial. Level Four Advisory Services is an SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $6.5 billion and serves individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, asset and portfolio management, retirement-plan consulting, and fiduciary services, utilizing model portfolios and a variety of platform and sub-advisor arrangements.

Evan Kramlich is a financial advisor at Redhawk Wealth Advisors, Inc. in Cary, NC, with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and previously worked for Axa Advisors, LLC from 2011 to 2017. Outside of advisory work, he is also licensed as an insurance agent with various carriers. Redhawk Wealth Advisors provides discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth families, estates, trusts, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a strategic and tactical asset allocation approach across multiple asset classes and supports multi-generational wealth needs, separately managed accounts, and educational seminars.

Lucas Roberson is a financial advisor at Balentine in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 65 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CapFinancial Partners, Fisher Investments, and Whitener Capital Management. Balentine serves entrepreneurs, families, high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and institutional clients, offering wealth management, financial planning, investment management, family office services, and business advisory support. The firm uses a risk-based investment process with a mix of active and passive strategies, third-party managers, and a model-driven Global Tactical Asset Allocation program, and it is noted for its role in pooled vehicles and private fund advisory.

Mark Mc Cormick is a financial advisor with Founders Financial Alliance, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Founders Financial Alliance since 2018 and previously worked at NTT Data in 2016-2017. Founders Financial Alliance provides discretionary, fee-based investment management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and corporate retirement plans. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach tailored to individual goals, combining asset allocation, rebalancing, and a mix of strategies, while also supporting advisors with administrative and compliance resources.

John Maddison is a CFP®, CFA®, and holds a Series 66 license, currently working at Balentine in Raleigh, NC. He has 12 years of experience at Balentine and two years in the financial industry overall. Balentine serves entrepreneurs, families, high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and institutional clients, providing comprehensive wealth management, financial planning, investment management, family office services, and business advisory support. The firm employs a risk-based investment process using a combination of active and passive strategies and manages pooled investment vehicles, including private funds.

Joseph Barnes is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Credit Union Investment Services in Raleigh, NC, and has three years of industry experience. He is also affiliated with Members Trust Company, SECU Life Insurance Company, and SECU Brokerage Services. Barnes has worked in various roles at State Employees' Credit Union since 2019. Credit Union Investment Services serves primarily individual investors in North Carolina, offering non-discretionary portfolio management, retirement and financial planning, and a wrap-fee program. The firm emphasizes low-cost, index-based mutual funds and ETFs, fixed-income products, and a goals-based, long-term planning approach.

Alejandro Segovia is a financial advisor with Mission Wealth Management, LP in Raleigh, NC. He holds a Series 65 credential and has one year of industry experience. Before joining Mission Wealth Management in 2021, he worked at Beacon Pointe Advisors and ADP, and he has an academic background from the University of Arizona. Mission Wealth Management is a multi-team advisory firm serving affluent and high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutional clients. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, and portfolio management through tiered service models, employing customized, long-term strategies across a broad range of investment types.

Mary Crawley is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 65-licensed advisor with three years of industry experience. She is currently with Plancorp, LLC and has prior experience at Magellan Federal, Family Legacy Financial Solutions, Zeiders Enterprises, and The Bowen Consulting Group. Outside of her advisory work, she provides personal financial counseling at on-demand weekend events supporting the military community. Plancorp serves individuals, trustees, business owners, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering a range of services including wealth management, investment management, financial planning, pension consulting, business owner succession planning, and tax preparation. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory and documented Investment Policy Statements, with discretionary and non-discretionary management, third-party adviser due diligence, and tax-aware strategies integrated into ongoing portfolio reviews.

Russell Smith is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Guardian Wealth Advisors, LLC since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at Aptus Capital Advisors, LLC and Gordon Smith Pension Advisors, LLC. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in insurance sales and service, focusing on long-term care and fixed annuity products. Guardian Wealth Advisors provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a systematic investment approach using mutual funds, ETFs, bonds, options, and equities, combining fundamental and technical analysis to manage portfolios.

Joshua Thomas is a financial advisor with SVB Wealth LLC in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at First Citizens Investor Services, Silicon Valley Bank, and Wells Fargo Advisors. He serves as Director of Affluent Wealth Advisors, supervising registered individuals who provide wealth management advice to SVB Wealth clients. SVB Wealth LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporations, offering wealth management, portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm employs a range of investment strategies and maintains a formal due-diligence process for manager selection, with operational ties to First Citizens Bank.

Daniel Martin is a financial advisor with Advisory Services Network. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has 13 years of industry experience, including 12 years at Abrams Bison Investments before joining Advisory Services Network in 2026. Advisory Services Network provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, families, corporations, and retirement plans through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing various investment strategies and flexible engagement models.

Heather Dean is a financial advisor with Prosperity - An EisnerAmper Company in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Avantax Investment Services and 1ST Global Advisors. Dean is also a partner at EisnerAmper, where she is involved in tax and accounting services. Prosperity advises individuals, trustees, estates, retirement plans, and business entities, providing financial planning, portfolio management, and consulting services. The firm manages approximately $5 billion in assets with a multi-team approach that emphasizes asset allocation and diversification, utilizing third-party managers and technology platforms to support client services.

Cole Nolte is a financial advisor at Founders Financial Alliance, LLC with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Equitable Advisors and LPL Financial LLC. Nolte operates a separate business under the name Legacy Wealth Strategies. Founders Financial Alliance provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach using ETFs, third-party managers, and regular portfolio monitoring, and offers a FlatFeeCIO family-office style program that combines multiple advisory services under a flat fee.