William Lawfield is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Roanoke, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JHFN Sii and Waddell & Reed. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset managers.

Maegan Redden is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2010 and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Brandon Wilson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at BB&T Bank and SunTrust Bank before joining Wells Fargo in 2020. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and 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.

Lori Brown is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Truist Advisory Services and Truist Investment Services Inc for a combined 19 years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an administrator or executor of estates and trusts and operates an outside insurance brokerage. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs through Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing third-party program sponsors and discretionary managers to deliver investment solutions.

James Kern is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Blacksburg, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Kern serves as a minority owner and board member of Kern Farms, a family grain farm in Kansas. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering investment policy development, performance reporting, participant education, and discretionary investment management. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Cynthia Hamelman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2012 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans 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 in its investment menus.

James Seiler is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Roanoke, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Sheppard Financial Group since 2024 and has been affiliated with PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2017. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in sales of home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses tiered wrap fees, focusing on individual clients rather than institutional or pension plans.

Shannon Underwood is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Roanoke, VA, holding a Series 66 license and 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2005, including its predecessor Axa Advisors. Outside of advising, she serves as treasurer of Botetourt Travel Basketball Inc. and as president of NAIFA Roanoke. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, often implemented through third-party managers, and serves clients with both proprietary and third-party solutions.

Thomas Goforth is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pruco Securities LLC, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, and TIAA-CREF. 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 incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Thomas Dunkenberger Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Roanoke, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015, following nine years at Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Long Hollow LLC, a holding company based in Roanoke. 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 risk modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services under various arrangements, including direct individual plans and corporate financial planning agreements.

Amanda Robinson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at 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 advice. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Brownie Polly is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation, with 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2010 to 2016. Polly serves on the finance committee of Second Presbyterian Church in Roanoke, VA, where she reviews and approves the annual budget and expenses. 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 IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Brandon Wimbish is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 2019. He began his career in Roanoke, Virginia, after earning a Bachelor's Degree in Financial Planning from Virginia Tech. Over the years, Brandon has held several roles including Wealth Management Client Associate, Wealth Management Specialist, and Financial Advisor, which provided him with a solid foundation in financial planning and investment management. Brandon's expertise includes retirement income, personal retirement planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, tax minimization, portfolio management, and managing new wealth. He works closely with individuals, families, and business owners in Southwest Virginia, assisting retirees, pre-retirees, professionals, and business owners with growth, succession planning, and inherited wealth matters. He holds professional designations such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, Brandon lives in Roanoke with his wife, Stormie, their dog, and cat, and is anticipating the birth of their daughter in January 2027. He is actively involved in the community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Botetourt County Chamber of Commerce and volunteering with Leadership Roanoke Valley. His personal interests include golfing, running, spending time outdoors, and connecting with family and friends.

Vincent Nadeau Bellavance is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he has involvement in insurance solutions through BCI Insurance Solutions. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Rebecca Tuell is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Roanoke, VA, and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked with the YMCA of Virginia's Blue Ridge and served in Roanoke City Public Schools. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors and $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Robert Hajny is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Roanoke, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2020, he worked at AxA Advisors, Appalachian Mountain Satellite, and BAM Techs. He serves as Junior Vice Commander of Radford VFW Post 776, participating in veteran community events and functions. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm’s approach includes matching clients to investment models or discretionary managers through both proprietary programs and third-party asset managers.

Matthew Trent is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Roanoke, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he provides private baseball lessons and assists with clinics at Rip City Training Center, a sports training facility where he has been involved since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Christopher Owen is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including Wells Fargo and Mass Mutual before joining Raymond James and Pinnacle Asset Management in 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he is also employed by Pinnacle Bank, assisting clients with banking and investment needs while referring investment services to Raymond James advisors. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers 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 provides tailored, non-discretionary consulting using analytical tools and supports client implementation through various advisory programs and partnerships.

Leslee Cronise is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Roanoke, VA, and has 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2003. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner at SMSD, LLC, assisting with the record keeping and management of the DBA Blue Ridge Financial Partners. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and a range of third-party and proprietary solutions.

Stacy Leonard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Roanoke, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025, Leonard worked at Equitable Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Merrill. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes research and analytics to evaluate investment options and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.