Kristina Paget is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 65 licenses with one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Buckley Wealth Management, and McClarren Financial Advisors. She has also been involved with the Tri Area Ministry Food Bank. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Andrew Mckay is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and the Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing commercial and residential real estate properties through several investment entities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to both individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research, with assets under management totaling approximately $2.74 trillion.

Joseph Lushene Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation and Securities America Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several insurance-related activities and owns Lushene & Associates, LLC, which manages his financial planning business. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on diversified portfolios constructed using firm-provided asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Robert Eastmann is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 31 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at New England Securities, LPL Financial, and Cetera Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches girls' basketball teams, including the North Raleigh Lady Vipers and Neuse Christian Academy. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a multi-manager platform that allows advisors to implement diverse investment strategies across various account types.

Casey Edwards is a Wealth Management Advisor with Littlewood & Associates Wealth Management, having joined the firm in 2023. He began his career in financial services in 2014 in New York City and relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina in 2017. Prior to his current role, he worked at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management starting in 2020 as a Wealth Management Banking Specialist, where he focused on delivering private banking products and services. Casey brings nearly a decade of experience in the financial services industry and holds both Series 7 and Series 66 FINRA registrations. He is also a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His expertise includes creating personalized wealth management plans, portfolio construction, asset manager due diligence, and client-focused strategies such as college education planning, family wealth management, retirement income, and investment strategy. He earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Finance from High Point University. Casey is involved in community activities including participation in the Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure. Originally from upstate New York, he now resides in Raleigh where he enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends exploring the North Carolina mountains and coastline.

Nathan Brown is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, Brown serves on the Board of Directors for the Kiwanis of Raleigh and engages in independent insurance brokering focused on long-term care. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Shawna Dunn is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 11 years of experience at the firm. She is based in Raleigh, NC. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alfredo Camargo II is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing five years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, State Farm Insurance Agency, and Meridian BioLogistics. Outside of finance, he is involved as an owner and partner in Camrez, LLC, a real estate investing and property management business. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC offers 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 in its investment recommendations.

S Paul Lorusso Sr. is a financial advisor with Osaic and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 15 years of industry experience, including 13 years at FSC Securities Corporation and several years at Osaic since 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a CPA firm and works as a contract pilot and flight instructor. He also serves as a director for a nonprofit that provides transportation for individuals with medical needs. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party asset managers. The firm utilizes various asset-allocation tools and supports discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios that may include diverse investment types.

Jessica Nycz is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with advisers and clients to develop and implement comprehensive financial plans aimed at achieving clients' financial goals. She provides clients with the knowledge and resources necessary to make informed financial decisions. Jessica has held various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2022, including Workplace Planning Consultant I, Workplace Planning Consultant II & Help Desk, and currently, Planning Consultant. Through these positions, she has gained experience in financial planning and client support. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Jessica enjoys engaging in family activities, watching movies, visiting museums, solving puzzles, reading, and traveling.

Suzanne Stroud is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has over 27 years of experience in financial services, supporting corporate executives, business owners, and their families in achieving their financial goals through portfolio strategies, professional money management, and wealth outlook projections. Suzanne holds a Bachelor's Degree from Queens University Kingston in Ontario, Canada, and a Master's Degree from Florida State University. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant and a Senior Portfolio Advisor. Additionally, she has earned the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® designation. In her community involvement, Suzanne volunteers with organizations such as Girl Scouts North Carolina Coastal Pines, NC Reading Service, and Read and Feed. She also enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with her family.

Melanie Marlow Scheffler is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Clayton, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

William Alexander Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having nine years of industry experience. He joined Edward Jones in 2018 after working at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Wells Fargo Bank. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Kevin Wagner is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and 42 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Nationwide Securities, Nationwide Financial Network, and 1717 Capital Management Company. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of an insurance and benefits firm, The Wagner Group Inc. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals. The firm offers a range of investment implementation options, including proprietary model strategies and access to third-party managers, with both discretionary and non-discretionary approaches tailored to client objectives.

Angelica Villafana-Maria is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. She has been with Fidelity since 2015, advancing through several roles including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Workplace Planning Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Financial Representative at NCSECU. With over a decade of experience in financial services, Angelica specializes in partnering with individuals and families to develop personalized financial plans that align with their goals. Her approach emphasizes understanding clients' priorities to create strategies that support their financial futures. Outside of her professional work, Angelica enjoys beach activities, spending time with family, and traveling.

William Herring is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2021. Prior to that, he held positions at Hog Slat Inc, Southeastern Interiors, and was self-employed for a year. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models, including third-party and proprietary offerings, and provides ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Jacob Mejan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and currently beginning his career in the industry. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he has held positions at Osaic and Steward Wealth Strategies, and has experience teaching at Liberty University and Grace Christian School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing a network of investment adviser representatives who implement various model portfolios and customized strategies supported by advanced research and operational tools.

Maryanna Johnson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and investment committee guidance.

Charles Savidge III is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Raleigh, NC. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jack Garrison is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he held roles outside the financial industry, including positions at Hanes Geo Components and Appalachian State University. Outside of his advisory work, he operates as an independent contractor landscaper through ADG Properties LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients across wealth levels, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm’s approach includes matching clients to program models or discretionary managers and utilizes a network of third-party asset managers alongside firm-offered programs.