Richard Gordon is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1986 and Bank of America since 2011. Merrill, along 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.

Kaitlyn Yacoub is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with six years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2018 and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining UBS, she worked at TradeWinds Island Resorts and The Florida State University. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Shweta Bhan is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in building long-lasting client relationships based on trust, transparency, and results. She guides clients through all stages of their financial journeys, providing clarity, confidence, and strategic solutions tailored to individual goals. Her expertise spans retirement planning, investment guidance, divorce financial analysis, fiduciary plan consulting, and holistic wealth strategies. Ms. Bhan holds multiple professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned a Bachelor's degree in Art and Visual Communication from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, which informs her creative approach to financial planning aligned with clients’ values and lifestyles. She is fluent in English and Hindi and is a member of the Executives' Club of Chicago. In addition to her professional work, Shweta Bhan actively participates in community initiatives including special children’s charities, marathon support through Achilles International, local environmental cleanups, food pantry assistance, conservation events with the Shedd Aquarium, and breast cancer awareness activities with the Susan G Komen Foundation. Her diverse interests reflect her commitment to both professional excellence and community engagement.

Russ Ames is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His prior work includes roles at City National Bank and entrepreneurial ventures related to militaria collectibles. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs featuring tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and custody services, supported by a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Jeffrey Jones is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 credential and 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, Cornerstone Premier Management Inc, and Waddell & Reed. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as Stewardship Chair of the Finance Committee at Mount Carmel Baptist Church and is a board member of Tampa Bay Neighborhood Housing Services. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers along with affiliated trust custody, insurance, and lending services.

Conor Burkart is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Lake Michigan Credit Union, Directed Capital, and Burkart Financial Group. 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, pension plans, and municipal entities—and offers a range of financial planning and investment consulting services through both Wealth Advisory and Institutional Fiduciary Solutions divisions.

Andrew Kocisky is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard and supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Patricia Hamblen is a financial advisor with Merrill in Saint Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 37 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 1999 and Bank of America since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she is a power of attorney for Global Hospitality Marketing Link, a for-profit S-Corp. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mara Shaughnessy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Brandon, FL, holding a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. In addition to her advisory roles at LPL Financial and Heath Wealth Management LLC, she is a board member of Shaughnessy Law PLLC, a law firm she has been affiliated with for over 20 years. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory platforms and utilizes technology tools to support advisors in delivering customized strategies.

Dean Lowden is a Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity since 2021, progressing through roles including Investment Solutions Representative I and II, and Investment Management Consultant before assuming his current position in 2025. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Prudential Advisors from 2018 to 2021. In his role, Dean partners with clients to understand their goals and develop customized financial plans tailored to their unique needs. He emphasizes building strong relationships and maintaining trust, reliability, and competency in his work. Outside of his professional career, Dean has personal interests in art, baseball, cooking and baking, family activities, theater, and traveling.

Lauren Moon is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2021, she worked at Tucker/Hall Inc. for four years and was involved with the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce for one year. 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, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services.

Robert Sklaver is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and 11 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles at Charles Schwab and Fisher Investments. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios with strategic allocation and periodic reviews.

Thomas Halvorsen is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Waddell & Reed, Inc. for 25 years. His background also includes work with various insurance carriers through W & R Insurance Agencies. 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, supporting a large network of advisors and over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Jeffrey Cerven is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously operated Classie Growers LLC for eleven years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and investment options, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Ty Cohen is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Guardian Life Insurance Company, Strategies For Wealth, and Viva Pictures. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates an e-commerce site, ATLAS 25 LLC, overseeing its online storefront and supplier fulfillment on weekends. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Joshua Boulware is a CFP® and ChFC® with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2025 and previously spent 10 years at Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member providing mentoring for Victorious Encore, an education-focused organization in Miami. 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, offering financial planning and investment consulting services that leverage a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Alexander Gornto is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 2008 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2015. In his role, he focuses on developing strategies and providing advice tailored to individuals, their families, and businesses by understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. His client expertise includes legacy planning, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. Alex holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) designation as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of South Florida. His approach involves coordinating with clients’ tax and legal advisors to deliver integrated wealth management plans that emphasize risk minimization and capital preservation. Alex and his team serve a clientele that includes physicians, attorneys, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, retirees, and small business owners. He lives in Saint Petersburg with his wife, Danielle, and their three children. Outside of work, Alex is active in the community supporting Ronald McDonald House and mentoring area youth through coaching. His personal interests include basketball, golfing, tennis, and spending time with his family.

Jeffrey Hollifield is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Metlife Securities Inc. for 30 years before joining Mass Mutual in 2016. Hollifield is also an independent insurance agent, specializing in disability, life, accident, health insurance, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements and additional programs including estate settlement and employer-sponsored planning.

Alfred Espro is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Outside of finance, he owns E5 Training, a sports training business offering local coaching lessons. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm provides non-discretionary financial planning and consulting, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by extensive research and affiliated sub-advisers.

William Nugent II is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets in St. Petersburg, FL, with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for seven years. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients through a variety of advisory programs, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm implements customized strategies using both in-house and third-party investment managers and provides integrated capital-markets and alternative investment capabilities.