Francine Bergmann is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 26 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for her mother. 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 uses research and analytics to guide portfolio construction and offers a wide range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Claude Robinson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Cetera and Regions Bank. Robinson is based in Greenville, SC. 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 solutions. The firm’s advisory 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 Simmons is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Elliott Davis Decosimo LLC. Simmons serves as a board member of the Greenville Police Foundation and is involved in several partnerships related to real estate investment and tax services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and offers a range of platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Kevin Willmot is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Greenville, SC, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Scott Long is a Financial Consultant who focuses on providing thoughtful guidance and prioritizing client relationships. He emphasizes communication to ensure clients feel comfortable seeking assistance across all aspects of their financial lives. He has professional experience as an Investment Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2022 to 2024. Prior to that, he served as Vice President at Equitable Advisors from 2020 to 2022 and as a Financial Advisor at Equitable Advisors from 2018 to 2020. Outside of his professional work, Scott has personal interests that include cooking and baking, fitness, football, golf, outdoor adventures, and skiing.

Janet Chiles is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, providing clients with guidance on investing, retirement planning, college education planning, legacy planning, and managing new wealth. Janet works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies tailored to their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals, offering ongoing advice as their needs evolve. Janet began her financial career with Dean Witter after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from Clemson University. Throughout her career, she has held positions with Dean Witter, BB&T, Scott & Stringfellow, and Wells Fargo, before joining Merrill Lynch. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation. She grew up in the Greenville area, attending Shannon Forest High School, and maintains personal interests in basketball, football, gardening, music, tennis, watching movies, and spending time with her family.

Jacqueline Barber is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of experience with the firm since 2006. She is based in Greenville, SC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment strategies under a fiduciary standard. The firm is noted for its extensive network of advisors and branch offices, as well as its affiliated mutual funds and trust services.

Terrell Bebout is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Greenville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo Clearing. He serves as a trustee for a children’s trust in Pisgah Forest, NC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory recommendations with other financial products and referral channels.

Callie Sneed is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held various roles across multiple industries, including hospitality and retail. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and fund advisory services.

Zachary Bostic is a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously with NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life. His background also includes roles outside of finance, such as positions at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and The Reserve at Lake Keowee. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through a collaborative, research-driven process that emphasizes dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

William Ellenberg III is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently advising at Raymond James & Associates since 2022. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2022. 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 individuals, institutional clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Johnny Ruiz is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in serving professionals planning for tomorrow, athletes chasing their dreams, and creators building their brand, focusing on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, small business strategies, and sports and entertainment finance. Johnny provides ongoing advice and guidance, helping clients develop strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. With personal experience witnessing both secure retirement and the financial challenges faced by athletes and entertainers, Johnny is committed to explaining wealth strategies in plain language. He holds the designations of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). His client-focused approach emphasizes trust and clarity in building long-term relationships. Johnny lives in Greenville, SC, and is originally from Brooklyn, NY. He speaks both English and Spanish and has a high school diploma from City As School. Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, basketball, boxing, cooking, football, music, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Luella Peragino is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 11 years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools, including Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations, to support its advisory process.

Laura Moore is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2015 to 2021 before joining UBS in 2021. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a diverse platform of capital markets and lending solutions.

Ross Coll is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. He partners with Fidelity to provide clients access to technology, research, and a trading platform, working with his team to create personalized wealth strategies and offer ongoing support. Prior to joining Fidelity, Ross was a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2022 to 2023. His experience also includes roles as a Financial Analyst II at TD Bank from 2019 to 2022, and earlier positions at Lima One Capital, LLC as a Multifamily and Commercial Analyst in 2019 and as an Operations Analyst from 2017 to 2019.

Mason Brown is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2023, he held positions at Montreat College and Anderson University, as well as Anderson Christian School. 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 advisory and brokerage services, utilizing various portfolio programs and institutional platforms to meet client needs.

Valorie Warth is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She worked at Merrill for nine years before joining UBS in 2021. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides research-based, model-driven investment strategies tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Julie Mullikin is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial. Her prior experience includes roles at Pinnacle Financial Partners and BB&T. She is an officer and treasurer on the Buncombe Street Methodist Church Endowment Board. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base ranging from individuals to institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public-finance work through unique industry affiliations.

Amanda Miller is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Charles Schwab since 2018. Prior to joining Schwab, she worked for a decade at T Rowe Price Investment Services. She is a member of the Prisma Health Cancer Advancement Council, participating in fundraising events and patient support activities. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Virginia Laclair is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. She has over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry, including previous positions at Fidelity Investments such as Planning Consultant, Senior Relationship Manager, and Relationship Manager. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Senior Registered Client Services Associate at Morgan Stanley and as a Senior Client Associate at Wells Fargo Advisors. Virginia focuses on creating customized wealth strategies by collaborating closely with clients to understand their goals and family needs. Her approach emphasizes communication, trust, and collaboration to develop financial plans that are tailored to each client’s unique situation. Outside of her professional career, Virginia enjoys family activities, football, horseback riding, spending time with pets, and volunteering.