William Sturdevant is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones in Peoria, AZ since 2012. 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 programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Kelly Miller is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sun City West, AZ. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, Miller worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. for three years. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

John Kukich is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Peoria, AZ, holding a Series 63 designation and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven 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 discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Ryan Kidd is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for nine years and Equitable Advisors for eight years. He is the author of the book *The Art of Retiring Whole*. 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 advisory services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Thomas Seros is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Surprise, AZ, and has 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Outside of his advisory work, he is a silent partner in a commercial building venture in St. Clair, Michigan. 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 financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Tyler Gilberg is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones from 2010 to 2022 before joining Raymond James in 2022 and currently serves as CEO of Gilberg Private Wealth and Gilberg Wealth Management, where he advises individual clients. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and investment consulting using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Marc Glass is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Peoria, AZ, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Dawn Thorpe is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Dan Kauffman is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2001. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Bethel is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Glendale, AZ, where he has worked since 1994, bringing 31 years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, he is a writer who creates and sells screenplays and novels. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Thomas Mertensmeyer is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 37 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013 and Senior Financial Benefits from 2024 to 2026. Outside of advisory work, he serves as president of a homeowners association and works as a real estate agent, in addition to assisting older clients in finding affordable independent or assisted living facilities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and retirement services, with multiple program structures and access to third-party managers across discretionary and non-discretionary platforms.

Randy Morgan is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Morgan Stanley and The Vanguard Group. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, using a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services and is noted for its use of systematic methodologies and formal advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies.

Terry Toman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc., Woodbury Financial Services Inc, and National Planning Corporation. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of over 22,800 advisors.

Paul Fudurich is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sun City, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA for 21 years before joining Edward Jones in 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, SMAs, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

David Balzarini is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Peoria, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2012 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he writes fiction and has received book royalties for his work. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Tristan Medearis is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill, and serves as a military police officer in the Arizona Army National Guard. Additionally, he works with Spark Driver delivering groceries and household items. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Russell Harris is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Glendale, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He was previously with First Financial Equity Corporation for 12 years before joining Cambridge in 2022. In addition to his advisory role, he is engaged as an insurance agent and operates under the trade name Arrowhead Financial Services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and trusts by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm offers various portfolio management options through a network of independent Financial Professionals, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies with flexible custody and platform arrangements.

Deanna Stow is a Wealth Management Senior Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments, where she serves as the primary point of contact for addressing the complex needs of affluent clients and their families. She focuses on delivering personalized service, fostering trust, and building lasting relationships. Deanna facilitates conversations around wealth growth, preservation, and transfer, aiming to provide a seamless client experience. Her career in financial services spans over two decades, including roles such as Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Sales Assistant at PNC (formerly BBVA Compass Investment Solutions), Broker Service Center Associate at Chase Bank (formerly Bank One), and Financial Advisor at American Express Financial Advisors. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Deanna's personal interests include family activities, food, movies, reading, theater, and volunteering.

Robert Solis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is an author. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services, including investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, and participant education, with an advisory approach grounded in modern portfolio theory and tailored to plan-specific objectives and risk tolerances.

Christopher Mcdermott is a CFP® professional at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab since 2020, and previously spent 13 years at Fidelity, including two years with Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab combines a non-discretionary client relationship model with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and delivers investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and research from its Schwab Center for Financial Research.