Kenneth Riche Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Baton Rouge, LA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and previously at Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, with a financial planning process that uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services including tailored financial planning and estate strategies.

Charlotte Willis is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Port Allen, Louisiana, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1993. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in Willis Family LLC, involved in real estate holdings. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branches.

Robert Hodgson is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience, currently serving clients at Edward Jones in Baton Rouge, LA since 2018. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for two years at Draeger. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients across a broad range of households and organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers diverse investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Carmen Torres Diaz is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has held positions at Merrill since 2021 and previously worked at OneMain Financial and RK Mehrotra State Farm. Prior to her career in finance, she worked in the restaurant industry and spent time in education. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Kohn is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2023. Prior to this, he was employed at Capital South Wealth Management and has experience at Genesis Real Estate Advisers LLC and Louisiana State University. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management services, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Jaime Dasso Montero is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities, Montero held roles at several firms including Nova Legacy Capital Advisors, SCAP Services Corporation, and CH Global Capital. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide recommendations.

Sarah Bevinetto is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013 and 2014, respectively. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Christina Sullivan is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2018 and previously worked at L'auberge Hotel and Casino for three years. 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 diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Joshua Ebey is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 23 years of industry experience. He is currently with Ameriprise in Baton Rouge, LA, having joined the firm in 2025 after 18 years at LPL Financial. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large firm serving individual and institutional clients, notable for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement-income planning through a centralized team using proprietary research and tools.

Thomas Waguespack is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Baton Rouge, LA, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. His career also includes experience at Citigroup Global Markets beginning in 2006. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Lee Starnes is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Baton Rouge, LA, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is a joint member of CASA LEGACY LLC, a real estate business co-owned with his sister. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with more than $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Mark Gibson is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Covington, LA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2003 and Primerica Financial Services since 2002. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, which provides model-driven strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts to individual and high-net-worth clients under a tiered wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and oversees portfolio implementation in partnership with BNY Mellon Advisors.

Jamie Dronet is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015, having also worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Preston Stafford is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Kestra Advisory Services LLC, Kestra Investment Services LLC, and several academic institutions. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, providing access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

George Popov is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Baton Rouge, LA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2011 and also operates a tax preparation business, GP Interests, Inc, dba Liberty Tax Service. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Debbie Lumpkin is a CFP® professional with 38 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2009. She is based in Baton Rouge, LA, and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside her advisory role, she owns and operates The Lumpkin Group LLC and serves as trustee for The Lumpkin Group 401K. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options supported by proprietary research and tools.

Kelli Frederick is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 credential and bringing 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2022, she spent 19 years at Hancock Bank and Hancock Investment Services. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and operates a photo booth rental business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts, offering a variety of portfolio management and financial consulting services through a large network of independent advisors.

Kyle Robichaux is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Plaquemine, LA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-signer for a childcare business in Gonzales, LA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Dustin Berry is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he collaborates directly with clients to develop personalized wealth management strategies that align with their individual financial goals and the evolving market environment. He leverages investment insights from Merrill as well as banking and lending solutions from Bank of America to support comprehensive financial planning. Dustin holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the Louisiana State University System. He is committed to serving the community and dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations, reflecting the Merrill tradition of community involvement.

Susan Lang is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank and JP Morgan Securities LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on fundraising committees for the Guardian Day Foundation and Launch Therapy Center, helping to plan and execute community benefit events. 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 institutional investors.