Ross Evans Jr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Mt Pleasant, SC, holding the Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, DoorDash Inc., and Pruco Securities LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate accounts. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory and investment solutions through a nationwide network of financial advisors.

Kirk Weichsel is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He helps clients integrate multiple aspects of their financial lives by developing customized financial strategies and investment portfolios tailored to meet their goals and objectives. His client focus areas include Family Wealth Management Strategies, Institutional Investment Consulting, Services for Endowments, Foundations, and Non-profits, Personal Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management Services, Small Business Strategies, Tax Minimization, and Retirement Income. Kirk holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA), and CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR® (CPFA). He earned a Master’s degree from Duke University and a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M University. Before joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2005, Kirk spent fifteen years as a management consultant developing trading and risk management capabilities for major investment banks and global energy companies. Outside of his professional work, Kirk is active in the Charleston sailing community and is a member of the Charleston Ocean Racing Association. He enjoys boating, pickleball, fly fishing, tennis, and spending time with his family in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.

James Sharp Jr. is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005 and holds a Series 63 designation. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as a contractor managing an advisory business through DHS Office Works LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized retirement income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients approaching or in retirement.

Coalter Smith is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Charleston, SC, holding a Series 66 designation. He began his advisory career in 2026 and previously worked with the PGA Tour Americas. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Jarad Plummer is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Mount Pleasant, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mass Mutual and its affiliates since 2010 and previously operated the J Plummer Financial Group. Outside of advising, he is involved in life and health insurance sales through Lenox Advisors. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes annual, collaborative financial planning engagements and provides specialized programs such as divorce planning and estate-settlement services.

Patrick O'Brien is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2017. He has eight years of industry experience, including two years at Immedion before joining Edward Jones. Based in Mount Pleasant, SC, he serves clients through his role at Edward Jones. 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 under management through a broad network of financial advisors and branch offices, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and affiliated financial services.

Michael McCay is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He has been with Fidelity Investments in various roles since 2012, gaining extensive experience in financial consulting and retirement planning. Prior to his current role, Michael worked as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity from 2019 to 2022 and has also held positions such as Dedicated Retirement Planner and Retirement Relationship Manager at the firm. His career includes experience at Vanguard and Linden Thomas & Company, as well as roles in audit and accounting early on. With over 20 years of experience in finance, Michael has developed a deep knowledge of financial markets and the challenges clients face in pursuing retirement goals. He partners with clients to create integrated financial plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences, aiming to help them pursue their goals with confidence. His background includes positions in financial advisory, wealth advising, client service, and trading. Outside of his professional work, Michael has interests in fitness, football, golf, music, sailing, and surfing.

Jarrett Strickland is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 14 years of industry experience. He has held positions at MSC Insurance Group and Investacorp Advisory Services before joining UBS in 2017. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers research-driven, tailored investment solutions.

Amy Nagel is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Cetera Investment Advisers LLC and has one year of industry experience. She previously worked at The Boulevard Company and spent over two decades at Keller Williams Realty. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and supports various program structures and custodial relationships across a large network of independent advisors.

Charlotte Nicholas is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation. She has one year of industry experience, including prior work at Minnow Swim and a background in full-time education. 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 combines research and analytics with diversification principles to provide brokerage and advisory solutions and supports a range of financial products through its bank and insurance affiliates.

Patrick Kramer is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Charleston, SC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Pruco Securities LLC and The Prudential Insurance Company of America before joining Mass Mutual and its affiliated firms in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is also licensed as an insurance agent, offering life, disability, long-term care, health insurance, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses firm-approved software and structured planning processes to deliver written recommendations, allowing clients to decide on implementation separately.

Keating Simons is a financial professional with eight years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and has worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Group and Securian Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Sweet Grass Digital, an author-focused LLC with no current activity. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and third-party managers.

Avron Lesser is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Charleston, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with various Morgan Stanley entities since 2007, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Ryan Birge is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley, RBC Capital Markets, LLC, and People's Securities, Inc. Birge operates under the DBA Island Park Private Wealth for his LPL business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by proprietary research and third-party subadvisors.

Nicholas Brown is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Daniel Island, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with an insurance agency business. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and access to various model portfolios and research resources.

Ray Evans IV is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation. He joined UBS in 2026 and has prior experience at IFC Advisors and Vuori, as well as a background that includes roles at Santa Clara University and the Country Club of Charleston. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, including portfolio management and fee-based financial planning. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client solutions.

Danny Young is a financial advisor at OSAIC with over 40 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has held roles at Lincoln Financial Securities and Collins and Associates. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in insurance-related businesses, including managing Alpha Omega Wealth Partners and providing life settlement services as a sole proprietor. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory, and retirement plan consulting services with access to third-party money managers and multiple advisory platforms.

Melissa Horne is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments. In this role, she works with high net worth individuals and families to help preserve and grow their wealth while aligning financial strategies with clients' personal values, family goals, and long-term legacy plans. She emphasizes delivering clarity, structure, and confidence across all aspects of a client's financial life. Ms. Horne has extensive experience in financial services, having held positions as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023, a Senior Registered Associate at Morgan Stanley from 2020 to 2022, and an Equity Salestrader at Deutsche Bank from 2005 to 2018. Her personal interests include boating, cars, concerts, food, and traveling.

Craig Hoffman is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Mt. Pleasant, SC. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Cambridge since 2026. Prior to this role, he held positions at firms including Greystar Real Estate Partners and various gig-economy companies. Outside of advising, he has been involved with Melalueca since 2016. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across multiple custody platforms.

Henry Hauhn III is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2009. He has 16 years of industry experience. 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 strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.