Brandon Martin is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop and implement personalized financial plans tailored to their goals. He leverages his experience to help clients navigate various life stages and work toward improved financial outcomes. Brandon has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, progressing through roles from Financial Representative to Relationship Manager before becoming a Planning Consultant in 2024. His background includes identifying opportunities to strengthen financial plans and providing ongoing support to clients. Outside of his professional role, Brandon enjoys activities such as board games, bowling, hiking, playing instruments, and traveling.

Nicole Blumenthal is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in the art and culture sector as a sole proprietor in Charlotte, North Carolina. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through a combination of direct client engagement and employer-sponsored financial planning agreements.

Sidney Journigan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. Sidney has prior experience at McKim & Creed and several other firms across different industries, with a total of zero years in the advisory industry. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools alongside a broad range of retail and institutional offerings.

Russell Miller is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2025, he worked at MassMutual Life Insurance Co and Mass Mutual Investors Services from 2021 to 2025. He is also the owner of ERC Partners LLC, a real estate business. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a retirement income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients approaching or in retirement.

Heath Courtright is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Weddington, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a DBA under the name Epic Capital Wealth Management in Charlotte, NC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by operational tools including machine learning.

Max Hockenberry is a CFP® and ChFC® with 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at OSAIC since 2018 and previously spent over three decades at Signator Investors, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, he is the managing partner of Maxworth Consulting Group, LLC, where he provides consulting services related to healthcare staffing assessments. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing proprietary tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Kiana Lopez is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. She partners with clients to develop and implement plans aimed at achieving their financial and personal goals, emphasizing understanding clients' priorities to build trust and co-create effective strategies. Kiana has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, progressing through various roles including Financial Representative, Central Relationship Manager, and Relationship Manager before her current position. She holds an Arkansas Insurance License. Outside of her professional career, Kiana enjoys activities such as family time, fitness, exploring food, social events with friends, outdoor adventures, and spending time with pets.

Kelli Fountain is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Matthews, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill for 16 years before joining Ameriprise in 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a Client Relationship Manager at Dilworth Management Group LLC, supporting Global Rock WM clients operating as a franchise under Ameriprise. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with algorithmic automation to deliver tailored advice, primarily for clients maintaining assets in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Peter Di Blasi is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Equitable Advisors, Northwestern Mutual, and several other organizations. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to various clients, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, oversight controls, and advisory roles with multiple registered investment companies.

Chelsea Emde Gerdine is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Charlotte, NC. She holds the Series 66 designation and has less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, her work history includes roles in education and various business ventures. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm utilizes a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios from a universe of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Dale Lehenbauer is a CFP® with 34 years of experience and has been with Raymond James Financial since 2013. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Keegan & Company, LLC and Citigroup Global Markets. He serves on the Finance and Investment Committee of Benton's Crossroads Baptist Church in Monroe, NC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools, and supports a large advisor network with specialized municipal and SIMPLE IRA services.

Mark Greer is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC before joining Raymond James in 2018. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 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, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering services such as financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various advisory programs.

Robert Biggers is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked within Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2009 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers its services through a combination of personalized advice and corporate financial planning agreements.

John Jacobsen is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held roles at Principal Financial Services and The Biz of Athletes. Outside of his advisory work, Jacobsen operates @NFLscout on Instagram, where he posts football scouting and fantasy football content, and serves as a director of player evaluation, providing scouting reports and recruiting advice. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, managed account strategies, and affiliated investment products, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

April Martin is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. Her career includes a period of extended travel and time as a homemaker. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and manage funds.

Dennis Rankowitz is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has six years of industry experience, including roles at Avatar Securities, Xanthus Capital Management, Axa Advisors, and Wells Fargo. Outside of Raymond James, he works as a portfolio strategist and financial advisor with Gaskin Asset Management in Charlotte, NC. 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 consulting using advanced analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Geoff Coyne is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his role, he assists clients in defining their financial goals and aligning investment strategies with long-term objectives through disciplined, education-based planning. He emphasizes building meaningful relationships to gain a deeper understanding of each client's unique financial goals. Geoff has progressed through several positions at Fidelity Investments, starting as a Financial Services Representative in 2024, moving to Financial Representative from 2025 to 2026, and currently serving as an Investment Consultant since 2026. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Geoff has interests in beach activities, fitness, golf, running, and traveling.

Jeff Fitch is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2021. He has over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, having held positions at TD Ameritrade as a Senior Financial Consultant from 2013 to 2021 and at AXA Advisors as a Financial Consultant from 2009 to 2013. Jeff focuses on helping clients achieve their financial goals through thoughtful planning and fostering a clear understanding of their priorities. He collaborates with clients to build financial plans that support confident and comfortable investment decisions. Outside of his professional work, Jeff has interests in cars, family activities, fitness, football, golf, and pets.

Kelly Williams is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, Williams worked for Wells Fargo Bank, NA from 2010 to 2022. Outside of advising, Williams owns and operates AmazeKelly Paints, an online retail business focused on art and culture. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a variety of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Jeri Connor is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Brinkley Financial Group and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a retail business called Made by JeriLynn on Etsy. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes a structured planning process using approved tools and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial plans.