Gabriel Beeler is a CFP® professional at Raymond James & Associates with seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Reliant Wealth Planning and was self-employed before joining Raymond James. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients—including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities—and offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by diverse portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Jessi Schaefer is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Knoxville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Schaefer served 20 years in the United States Air Force and provided non-investment financial planning services through Money Wellness, LLC. She and her husband also rent out a portion of their home to long-term tenants. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services under a fiduciary standard through a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

William Stuart is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Maryville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1983 and Primerica Financial Services since 1980. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp., where he has had a role since 1978. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and operates an exclusively percentage-based, tiered wrap fee structure.

Jay Morris is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2018, serving in various roles including Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, and Central Relationship Manager. His professional focus is on working with individuals, families, business owners, and organizations to create customized, holistic financial plans. Jay emphasizes building strong relationships and sound planning to help clients pursue their goals and feel confident in managing life's uncertainties. His approach centers on earning clients' trust to serve as their primary financial advisor. Outside of his professional work, Jay enjoys family activities, exploring food, football, parenthood, reading, and volunteering.

Roger Renfro is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, where he has worked since 2013. He has 24 years of industry experience. Raymond James & Associates is a large 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 institutional fiduciary services.

Scott Bye is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Charles Schwab and Co., Inc. for seven years. 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 strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Stephen Baker is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He previously worked at MetLife Securities Inc. and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company for over 30 years before joining Mass Mutual. In addition to his advisory role, he operates as an independent insurance agent selling life insurance part-time from his residence. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Alec Mizner is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Omaha, NE, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2013 and also works at Werner Enterprises. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Hunter Rock is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. Prior to this role, he served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2017 to 2018. His professional experience also includes work as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2014 to 2017 and as a Retirement Plan Consultant at The Meltzer Group from 2009 to 2014. Hunter focuses on gaining a comprehensive understanding of his clients and their families to develop customized financial strategies. He leverages Fidelity's resources and technology to create effective plans tailored to the various aspects of his clients' financial lives. Outside of his professional work, Hunter has personal interests that include cars, family activities, fishing, football, golf, and snowboarding.

Robert Hester is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates in Knoxville, TN, with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Raymond James since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is a 50% owner of a rental property in Knoxville, which he manages through a property management firm. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and municipal advisory services, leveraging a variety of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Bobby Sass serves as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2014. He joined Fidelity in 2013 as an Investment Consultant before advancing to his current role. Prior to joining Fidelity, Bobby worked as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2007 to 2013. In his role, Bobby and his team assist clients in making well-informed decisions regarding their wealth by educating and empowering them through the financial planning process. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Bobby has personal interests in food and traveling.

Evan Anderson is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he develops engagement strategies tailored to support each client's unique planning needs. In this role, he collaborates with Financial Consultants to assist clients and their families in growing and protecting their wealth, making sound investment decisions, and simplifying their financial lives. Evan has held several positions within Fidelity Investments, including Workplace Planning Consultant II starting in 2022, Team Leader of Client Services from 2023 to 2026, and earlier roles in Workplace Planning and Advice. His progression through these roles reflects his experience in client services and workplace planning. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Evan is interested in family activities, hiking, outdoor adventures, parenthood, and traveling.

Charles Sommer is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His prior work history includes roles at Jackson National Life Distributors, LLC and Bravo. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, including both discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Cooper Hayes is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Knoxville, TN. Prior to joining Raymond James & Associates, his background includes periods of full-time education and roles at local golf and country clubs. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing 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.

Justin Willis is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Oak Ridge, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously held roles at Knox County Schools, MWA Financial Services Inc, Modern Woodmen of America, and Mutual of Omaha. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm offers a wide range of advisory strategies and maintains one of the largest retail advisor networks in the industry, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Cory Gerlach is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He has held his current role at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously worked at Heil Trailer International from 2009 to 2018. He holds the Series 66 designation. 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 services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Connor Boynton is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works with clients to clarify their financial goals and preferences, supporting them in making important financial decisions. He has held this role since 2026. Prior to his current position, Connor served as a Central Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2025. Before that, he gained experience as a Registered Client Service Associate at Desert Financial Wealth Management from 2020 to 2022. Connor's personal interests include cars, family activities, fishing, motorcycles, outdoor adventures, and parenthood.

Bryan Herren is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Securities Service Network, Inc., Securities America, Inc., and Securities America Advisors, Inc. prior to joining OSAIC. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm uses various asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct portfolios that include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Keith Buck is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at M&T Securities and multiple positions within LPL Financial and its affiliates. He also has a consulting business, KTB Consulting, LLC, registered for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Matt Hickey is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2025. He is committed to helping clients make confident, well-informed financial decisions by gaining a deep understanding of their unique situations, priorities, and goals. Matt works closely with clients to design personalized strategies tailored specifically to their needs, focusing on building, managing, and preserving wealth over time. Prior to his current role, Matt held several positions at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, and Investor Center Intern. This range of experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of investment consulting and financial planning. Outside of his professional activities, Matt enjoys camping and hiking.