Courtney Leone is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2021, and previously was employed at RUE21 for twelve years. 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, and institutions.

Lindsay Wilson is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, Wilson serves as a subcommittee member for ZT Prospects Baseball Inc., a nonprofit organization, where he acts as a team parent for his son’s travel baseball team. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Manuel Franco is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Spc and Sigma Financial Corporation for 13 years each. Outside of his advisory role, Franco is involved with Manny's Allstar Band, a music group based in Cocoa Beach, FL. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources and incorporating various investment strategies.

Christopher Sherman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Melbourne, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Truist Advisory Services and SunTrust Investment Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes structured planning tools and various modeling techniques to support client financial plans.

Carolyn Shott is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation for 11 years. In addition to her advisory role, she is president and owner of Carolyn J. Shott, CPA, Inc., a tax preparation and accounting firm. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and proprietary research.

Chester Williams is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Palm Bay, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes a long tenure at Merrill from 2009 to 2022, followed by roles at Fidelity Investments and brief positions at The Home Depot and Autozone. Outside of finance, he is involved in household maintenance through a self-employment partnership. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a proprietary investment process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its advisory roles to registered investment companies and use of systematic methodologies in managing model portfolios.

Brent Peoples is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Melbourne, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, Peoples serves as a director on the Melbourne Airport Authority board. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

John Gideon is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a financial 401(k) plan. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients who meet specific net-worth criteria and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Tracy King is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she collaborates one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping them pursue their long-term goals. She leverages insights from Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America to create flexible approaches suited to changing market conditions. Tracy holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Central Florida and holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is engaged in her community through service with her church, Rotary Club, and various community projects. Outside of work, Tracy enjoys boating, horseback riding, running, skiing, tennis, and spending time with her family.

David Stevens is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having joined the firm in February 2000. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1992 and specializes in understanding the priorities and needs of affluent and high-net-worth individuals and their families. David provides personalized financial strategies aimed at helping clients pursue their long-term goals, utilizing resources from Merrill Lynch and Bank of America to address various aspects of clients’ financial lives. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics, graduating Summa Cum Laude from Rollins College. David is a qualified Portfolio Manager and offers both traditional advice and discretionary portfolio management, incorporating individual securities, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. His professional credentials include the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® and Certified Investment Management Analyst® certifications from Investments & Wealth Institute™, awarded in partnership with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, he holds the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, and Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist designations. David’s client focus areas include corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. Outside of his professional work, he has personal interests in golfing, music, and traveling.

Kamran Sarkarati is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member of the Brevard County Housing Finance Authority in Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Brett Steele is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in West Melbourne, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at TD Ameritrade and Verizon Wireless. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

William Eastwood is a CFP® professional with 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and has held positions at firms including Avantax and UBS Financial Services. Eastwood also serves as secretary for a local condominium association, where he participates in community governance and financial oversight. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a multi-manager platform serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures.

Michael Garrison is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Melbourne, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2016 and previously worked at Space Coast Credit Union from 2016 to 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches senior high school baseball in Palm Bay, FL. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by research from multiple sources.

Dona Hertz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2009, serving clients from Melbourne, Florida. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written recommendation reports and ongoing advice, utilizing proprietary research and algorithmic tools within a defined investment framework.

Brenda Abramski is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 19 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked for Truist Advisory Services and Truist Bank for over a decade. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical tools, and maintains unique services such as municipal advisory support and a SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services program.

Alexander Salazar is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2017. Prior to UBS, he worked at FMR, Florida State University, and Tsamoutales Strategies. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations in its advisory approach.

Jason Holland is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Truist Advisory Services and Truist Investment Services for nine years. Outside of his advisory role, he is CEO of Holland & Co. Wealth Advisors LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes various analytical tools to support client goals, while also maintaining specialized programs in municipal and public finance.

Stephanie Edmunds is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She dedicates her practice to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized wealth management strategies. Her expertise encompasses investment planning, retirement planning, tax-efficient strategies, and risk management. Stephanie holds multiple professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Franklin College. Stephanie prioritizes building long-term relationships with clients, focusing on trust, integrity, and a thorough understanding of their unique financial needs. Beyond her professional role, Stephanie is involved in the Rotary community organization. In her personal time, she enjoys boating, fishing, and spending time with her family.

Steven Aylmer is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Melbourne, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2010, including JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.