Christopher Corini is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following five years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, tailoring services to plan objectives, demographics, and risk tolerances while acting as an ERISA fiduciary.

Amber Clos is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Her career includes previous roles with United Community Bank and United Community Advisory Services, as well as a long tenure at McDonalds / Huebner Management Company LLC. 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 financial planning and investment management services, utilizing strategic and tactical portfolio options supported by research and advisor tools.

Prescott Padgett is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and has prior experience at First Citizens Investor Services and Scottrade. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Candace Stepp is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 14 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Fidelity Investments in various roles since 2008. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Katherine Wall is a CFP® practitioner with Edward Jones in Garner, North Carolina, where she has worked since 2018 and has eight years of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones, she spent five years with Johnston County Public Schools. Outside of her advisory work, she writes a personal blog focused on her experience with grief and travel. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment options. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Derek Oliphant is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fortright Capital and Equitable Advisors. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Michael Morrison is a CFP® professional at Edelman Financial Engines with seven years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Northwestern Mutual, and Empower Advisory Group. He is based in Fuquay-Varina, NC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients. The firm employs a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advice with a focus on diversified portfolios and long-term investment strategies.

Dwight Carson is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with six years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and previously worked at Royal Oaks Homes, a division of Mattamy Homes, and Carson Realty Group, Inc. 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 investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Lucas Bourne is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Fidelity in various roles since 2008, including positions at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering investment management and advisory services that combine fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages model portfolios constructed from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator, advisory role to multiple registered investment companies, and use of AI-driven research methods.

Michael Nunez is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Garner, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at United Community Bank, Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation, and Edward Jones. He is also involved with United Community Advisors, an investment-related business associated with his LPL work. 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 various financial planning and investment management services, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Fred Asfoury is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience. He currently serves as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates, where he has been since 2019. Prior to this, he held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in a real estate brokerage and owns several short-term rental properties managed by a professional firm. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Griffin Shively is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining Fidelity, he held positions at Southern Mobility and Medical, Sonic Automotive Inc., and Firehouse Subs. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in the Amazon Influencer Program, where he records video reviews of various products. Fidelity, through its subsidiary Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and manages multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Benjamin Greer is a Financial Consultant who focuses on building relationships with clients to understand their financial goals and collaboratively create plans aimed at growing and protecting their wealth. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, progressing through roles including Customer Relationship Advocate, Investment Solutions Representative, and Planning Consultant. His professional experience spans various facets of financial planning and investment solutions. Benjamin's approach centers on working closely with clients to develop strategies aligned with their objectives. Outside of his professional life, Benjamin has interests in board games, football, and golf.

Jennifer Lewis is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Apex, NC, where she has worked since 2013. She has 12 years of industry experience. 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 and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices.

Michael Dunaway is a CFP® and ChFC® financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and is the owner and president of Corval Strategic Wealth Management, a financial advisory firm based in Holly Springs, NC. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Edward Jones for eight years. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting services and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Jarrett Corder is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Cary, NC, holding a Series 66 credential with two years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked in education and sports media, including positions at Chatham County Schools and 247Sports. Outside of advising, he owns an online store on Teachers Pay Teachers and has created YouTube content. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Ryan Verdery is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2009, following prior roles at Merrill and UBS Financial Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisors, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across various account types.

Haley Plumley is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones with five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, she worked at Fidelity Bank and was involved in the restaurant industry at The Mason Jar Tavern. She also serves as a Planning Board Associate for the town of Angier, assisting with local growth opportunities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Christopher Brooks is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked at Resolute International Services for six years and Vetted International, Ltd. for seven years. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, delivering holistic, goal-based financial analyses that cover retirement, tax, estate, and other planning areas. The firm offers clients the option to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing structure, while keeping these services separate.

Laura Myers is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Garner, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. She has been associated with PFS Investments Inc and Primerica Financial Services since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, Myers is involved in home inspection businesses as a partner and sole owner and serves as a notary public in North Carolina. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of discretionary separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure while delegating trading and implementation responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.