James Clark is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Prior to that, he worked at Citigroup Global Markets beginning in 1996. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools, including Monte Carlo simulations, as part of its financial planning process.

Jacqueline Mckinney Rodriguez is an advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked in senior living and education sectors prior to her current role. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory solutions.

Tron Brinkmann is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 17 years before joining Raymond James in 2021. Brinkmann serves as treasurer for The SilverTree Foundation, a nonprofit organization. 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, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and supports a broad advisor network with specialized programs in municipal finance and SIMPLE IRA employer advisory services.

John Snyder is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has previously worked at Eagle Strategies and New York Life Insurance Company. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, algorithm-assisted advice through a centralized consulting team.

Tony Widowski Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 17 years of industry experience. Widowski has worked with firms including Quadrant Asset Management L.L.C. and TLT Partners LLC. He serves as President of a local BNI chapter, where he organizes and runs weekly meetings that are not investment-related. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports clients through advisory programs and partnerships focused on municipal finance and retirement solutions.

Brian Derrick is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 15 years before joining Raymond James Financial Services in 2020. He is also involved in Derrick Family Financial, a support company related to his practice. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm employs analytical tools and tailored non-discretionary planning to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Brandon Baenke is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He currently works at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., having previously held roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, Bank of America, and Merrill. 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 applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Derek Newman is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Peoria, Arizona. He provides guidance to affluent families and business owners in the West Valley, focusing on personalized strategies to preserve, grow, and transfer wealth for clients with $1 million or more in investable assets. His expertise includes divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy and philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Mr. Newman holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Phoenix and holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He integrates disciplined planning with access to advanced solutions provided through Merrill Lynch and Bank of America to address all facets of his clients' financial lives. Originally from Arizona, Derek currently lives in Buckeye, AZ with his wife, five children, and one grandchild. Outside of his professional role, he participates in community organizations including All Faith Community Services, Heart for the City, Homeless Youth Connection, One Way Only Sports, and the Southwest Valley YMCA. He enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time with family.

David Lewark is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation and Edward Jones. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with access to various investment solutions, utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and third-party managed-account programs.

Shelley O'Brien is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth Inc with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at firms including Woodbury Financial Services, National Planning Corporation, and Phoenix Financial Group. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a branch operations manager for Phoenix Financial Group Ltd and assists with estate and tax planning administrative tasks. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base ranging from individual and high-net-worth investors to institutional clients such as pension plans and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of services including brokerage and investment advisory, financial planning, managed accounts, and access to third-party money managers, utilizing firm-provided asset allocation tools and integrated platforms.

Anthony John Esguerra is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Peoria, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a sole proprietor of a retail and online store business, a partner in a healthcare med spa, and serves as a certified pickleball coach. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers comprehensive wealth management services alongside broader investment and private fund activities.

Lisa Jackson is a financial advisor at Cetera with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has held roles at Avantax Advisory Services, 1st Global Advisors, and currently owns a CPA firm, Whitman & Jackson CPAs PC. Jackson also serves as a trustee for a family living trust and is involved in managing financial and accounting operations for advisory business-related entities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform with a variety of program structures and custodial relationships.

Cody Heins is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2025, Heins worked at LPL Financial LLC, Edward Jones, and Union Bank & Trust. He is also associated with Arrowhead Wealth Partners, a non-investment-related support company based in Glendale, AZ. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Brett Woods is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has served since 2009. He has been in the financial services industry since 2004, providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to clients' individual financial goals. Brett specializes in areas such as college education planning, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Brett holds a Bachelor's Degree from Idaho State University, where he attended on a golf scholarship. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Born and raised in Laurel, Montana, Brett relocated to Arizona in 2004 to begin his career in financial services. In addition to his professional work, Brett is engaged in community service and volunteers with local organizations, reflecting his commitment to the communities he serves. His personal interests include basketball, football, golfing, hiking, running, and traveling.

Frederick Balzarini is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 47 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations 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 options. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Steven Berryman is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2024, he worked at The Vanguard Group for eight years and has a Series 63 designation. Outside of finance, he has been involved with Windmill Roasters since 2021. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service, providing detailed retirement planning and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Dat Pham is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021. Prior to that, he was employed at Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an independent contractor driving for Uber. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Dylan Duniho is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience. He currently works at Fidelity, where he has been since 2019, including roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Fidelity Investments. Prior to this, he spent five years at The Vanguard Group, Inc. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including advisory roles for registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage multi-manager and model portfolios.

Kari Kibby is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2006. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while keeping planning and account management services separate.

Eugina Rodriguez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. She previously worked at TIAA-CREF and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer for a girls’ soccer team with Phoenix Rising Football Club, managing budgeting and expenses. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 delivers these services on a non-discretionary basis supported by an in-house manager solutions team and centralized due diligence.