Joseph Bauer is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services with eight years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining Principal Securities Inc. in 2019, Bauer worked at Edward Jones and Chevron. He serves on the board of the Green Ranch North HOA, where he consolidates financial statements and participates in executive meetings. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Kaleb Parrett is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at KFG Wealth Management, Korhorn Financial Group, Whirlpool Corporation, and Jackson National. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily for employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, delivering services through an integrated platform connected to Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative systems.

Arryn Kempner is a CFP® professional with nine years of industry experience, currently serving at T. Rowe Price Advisory Services, Inc. She has previously worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Infosys BPM. T. Rowe Price Advisory Services, Inc. offers the Retirement Advisory Service, which combines nondiscretionary financial planning, retirement income planning, and discretionary investment management primarily to individual investors and households focused on retirement goals. The firm uses model portfolios invested exclusively in T. Rowe Price mutual funds and ETFs, employing tax-aware rebalancing and Monte Carlo simulations for financial planning.

Jordan Kuntzelman is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at Vanguard Advisers, Inc. and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as to Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage account holders. The firm delivers services through an integrated model linked to Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms, offering point-in-time financial plans and optional managed account solutions.

William Abram is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Focus Partners Wealth, LLC. His previous roles include positions at Churchill Management Group, Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and BBVA Compass. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Focus Partners Wealth serves individuals, high-net-worth families, family offices, and institutional clients with a range of wealth management and advisory services. The firm employs a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach that blends active and passive strategies and offers access to private funds and specialized portfolio tools.

Timothy Bohnett is a financial advisor at Farther with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. for 14 years. Farther provides discretionary investment management and advisory services primarily to individual investors, trusts, and estates through a combination of digital platforms and in-person meetings. The firm employs an investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory, utilizing proprietary model portfolios and algorithmic rebalancing, and incorporates AI tools alongside advisor judgment.

Abigail Brown is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, Robinhood, Charles Schwab, USAA, and The Vanguard Group. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as to Empower Premier IRA and retail brokerage clients. The firm emphasizes long-term portfolio returns and integrates its services closely with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms.

Tracy Tennant is a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with six years of industry experience. She has been with Fifth Third Securities since 2020 and has a longer tenure at Fifth Third Bank beginning in 2014. Fifth Third Securities serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, trusts, and retirement accounts through investment advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers multiple managed account programs on the Passageway platform, providing access to various portfolio management options and strategies.

Aaron Mills is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Gwfs Equities, Inc., MML Distributors, LLC, MML Investors Services LLC, and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage account holders. The firm delivers services through integrated recordkeeping and administrative platforms, offering point-in-time financial plans and optional managed account solutions within plan lineups chosen by plan sponsors.

Dennis Eckmeyer is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) in Sun City, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Eagle Strategies since 2019 and has worked with New York Life Insurance Company and its affiliated entities since 2004. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers multiple advisory programs tailored to client and plan sponsor objectives, with the majority of its assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Gavin Tolan is a financial advisor with SPC based in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He previously worked at SCF Investment Advisors, Inc. and SCF Securities, Inc. for eight years. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches high school athletics at Arcadia High School. SPC provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm delivers tailored investment advice through a large network of advisors and offers multiple account programs supported by Fidelity/NFS custody and execution services.

Alan Schmidt is a financial advisor at Osaic Advisory Services, LLC with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Woodbury Financial Services, Bank of America, Merrill, and U.S. Bancorp Investments. Outside of advising, he is involved in remodeling sales with Dreamstyle Remodeling and owns a life insurance business focused on client needs and policy setup. Osaic Advisory Services, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base ranging from individuals and high-net-worth clients to pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of investment and financial planning services delivered through multiple program models, utilizing proprietary and third-party platforms to manage and monitor client portfolios.

Teresa Brock is a financial advisor with VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. based in Surprise, AZ. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Voya, she worked at CUSO Financial Services, L.P. and several other firms. She serves as the recording secretary for the Rancho Buena Vista chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement-plan advisory services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm combines in-house and external strategists, model portfolios, and technology tools to deliver primarily non-discretionary investment management through a large network of advisers.

Ken Ihori is a financial advisor with Centaurus Financial, Inc. based in Glendale, AZ, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and with 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Centaurus Financial since 2011. Outside of advising, Ihori is involved in selling fixed life insurance, modeling for print ads, television, and video, and provides business consulting services focused on marketing, sales training, and systems analysis. Centaurus Financial, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, families, small businesses, corporations, trusts, and foundations. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, employing various investment strategies and providing both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Rick Wertheim is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. His prior work history includes positions at Ameriprise, Cetera Wealth Services, Woodbury Financial Services, and Invest Financial Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer for the Cal Poly Alumni Association. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, utilizing both firm- and third-party models across active and passive strategies.

Harrison Smith is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. He has also worked at Charles Schwab and US Bank. His prior roles include a mix of full-time education and a position with the London Basketball Association. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients, providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning. The firm’s advice is based on standard asset-allocation models and internal research tools, with reviews tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

John Pyles is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving at T. Rowe Price Advisory Services, Inc. He previously worked at Nationwide Investment Services Corporation, CAPTrust, and The Vanguard Group. Outside of advisory roles, he is the owner and executive director of JFP Ventures, Inc., operating the Huntington Learning Center of Arizona, and serves as a board member for the Marilyn Smith and Founders' Legacy Foundation. T. Rowe Price Advisory Services, Inc. provides retirement-focused financial planning and discretionary investment management primarily to individual investors and households. The firm uses model portfolios invested exclusively in T. Rowe Price mutual funds and ETFs, supported by online planning tools and annual financial reviews.

Daniel Lindblad is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Sun City, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 33 years of industry experience. He has held roles at several firms including Mahoney Financial Organization, Lindblad Commercial, Lindblad Financial Group, Nylife Securities Inc., and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory work, Lindblad serves as a board member for Jesus Church in Phoenix, AZ. Eagle Strategies provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, institutional investors, and corporate clients. The firm emphasizes tailored recommendations and offers multiple program types, managing most of its assets on a non-discretionary basis within an integrated New York Life affiliate structure.

Raguel Shaw is a financial advisor with United Planners Financial Services of America and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including a prior role at The Vanguard Group. Outside of his advisory work, Shaw is involved in real estate sales and property management through his own business, Raguel Shaw Real Estate/TCT Real Estate. United Planners Financial Services serves a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm operates an open-architecture platform offering financial planning, portfolio management, retirement plan services, and brokerage solutions through a network of 477 independent advisors.

Brad Baker is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Kestra Advisory Services LLC and Kestra Investment Services LLC since 2021, following prior roles at PNC Investments and BBVA-affiliated firms. In addition to his advisory work, he operates a tax and accounting practice handling fewer than 30 tax returns annually. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement plan consulting to a diverse client base, including institutional investors and plan sponsors. The firm offers fiduciary services, plan design, and benchmarking, supporting investments through due diligence and multiple management platforms.