James Malatos is a CFP® professional with 14 years of experience in financial services. He joined Elevation Point Wealth Partners, LLC in 2026 after working at UBS Financial Services, Bank of America, and Merrill. Malatos serves as a Pro Bono Director for the Financial Planning Association of Georgia. Elevation Point Wealth Partners provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of strategic and tactical asset allocation across various investment vehicles, including separately managed accounts and model portfolios, and offers specialized services such as retirement-plan consulting and alternative investments.

Christopher Armstrong is a CFA® charterholder with two years of industry experience. He is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and previously worked at firms including St. John & Associates, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC, and Invesco Ltd. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in real estate investing through ownership of CK Properties LLC. Merit Financial Group is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual investors, retirement plans, ESOPs, and institutional clients. The firm employs a long-term, diversified asset allocation approach managed by an internal investment team and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account services through a network of advisers.

Daniel Miller is a financial advisor with IFG Advisory, LLC and holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. He has 26 years of industry experience and has been with IFG Advisory and LPL Financial since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he owns Unique Atlanta Homes, Inc., a real estate renovation and flipping business. IFG Advisory, LLC provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, charitable and corporate entities, and retirement plans. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, employing a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to manage client assets through various strategies and third-party managers.

Robert Bethards II is a financial advisor with IFG Advisory, LLC in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at WOODBURY FINANCIAL SERVICES INC and Quay Financial Group, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is in the early stages of starting a home-based shirt company. IFG Advisory, LLC provides advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, charitable and corporate entities, and retirement plans. The firm offers comprehensive portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across various investment strategies.

David Elder is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Alpharetta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merit Financial Advisors since 2009 and previously at LPL Financial and AMG Financial Strategies, Inc. He is also an independent insurance agent providing insurance advice based on client needs. Merit Financial Group is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual investors, high-net-worth clients, employer-sponsored retirement plans, ESOPs, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes long-term, diversified asset allocation managed through centralized models and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, supported by an internal investment management team and third-party sub-advisers.

James Breen is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at AMP Wealth Management, Horizon Investments LLC, and his own firm, Breen Financial Corporation. Merit Financial Group is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, ESOPs, and institutional clients. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach managed through centralized portfolios and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account services.

Andrew Prehmus is a financial advisor with BIP Wealth, LLC in Norcross, GA, holding a Series 66 credential and 11 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Strategic Blueprint, LLC, and The Strategic Financial Alliance, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in Prehmus Financial Partners, which offers financial services and fixed insurance advice. BIP Wealth, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser serving individuals, families, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored retirement plans with comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management. The firm employs tailored asset allocations and offers private-market securities to qualified investors, distinguishing itself through adviser roles to private pooled vehicles and affiliated sponsor activities.

Zachary Stout is a financial advisor at Howard Capital Management, LLC with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Howard Capital Management since 2017, including previous roles at Beaumont Capital Management, LLC and Beaumont Financial Partners, LLC. Howard Capital Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other investment advisers, offering discretionary portfolio management and other investment services. The firm utilizes proprietary tactical indicators and model portfolios, often implemented with its own mutual funds and ETFs.

Derek Keeney is a financial advisor with IFG Advisory, LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has six years of industry experience, including roles at IFG Advisory and LPL Financial since 2019, and prior experience at Doehler North America and Anheuser-Busch InBev. IFG Advisory, LLC serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, charitable and corporate entities, and retirement plans. The firm provides comprehensive portfolio management and financial planning services, employing a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, and offers specialized real estate planning and business valuation services.

Brad Joseph is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts in Dunwoody, GA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Lincoln Investment Planning, Inc. since 1998 and with Dekalb County Schools since 1995. Outside of his advisory roles, he owns Joseph Financials LLC, which focuses on marketing activities, and also acts as a licensed agent selling life insurance and fixed annuity products. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, foundations, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management through a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary services, utilizes a proprietary mutual-fund screening process, and maintains institutional relationships to support its various investment products and retirement plan advice.

Kassi Hyde is a financial advisor at Apollon Wealth Management, LLC with 19 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Her prior roles include positions at United Capital Financial Advisers, LLC, Thomas Burdg Consulting, Inc., and Thrivent Investment Management. Apollon Wealth Management is a multi-team SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $11.56 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth families, family offices, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and consulting services. Apollon combines centrally managed strategy mandates with locally managed portfolios and employs fundamental analysis, tactical allocations, ESG risk models, and technology tools, including generative AI.

Daniel Kistler is a financial advisor with Arkadios Wealth Advisors in Alpharetta, GA, holding a Series 66 credential and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC. He is also the owner of a business in the insurance, benefits, and human resources sector. Arkadios Wealth Advisors is a multi-team SEC-registered firm serving individuals, trusts, businesses, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm offers customized investment solutions using a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, with a range of portfolio management options including internally managed accounts, model portfolios, and third-party managers.

Braeden Davidson is a financial advisor at IFG Advisory, LLC in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 65 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining IFG Advisory, he worked at Aegis Capital Group, LLC and Accenture. IFG Advisory provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs a variety of analytical approaches and investment instruments, offering tailored strategies through sub-advisors and third-party managers.

Laurel Resendez is a financial advisor with IFG Advisory, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 23 years of industry experience. She has worked with LPL Financial and Professional Compliance Assistance, Inc. in prior roles. Resendez is involved in managing a business entity related to LPL and provides administrative support to IFG Advisory, LLC. IFG Advisory, LLC offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm uses a variety of analytical approaches and investment instruments, employing sub-advisors and third-party managers to tailor portfolios to client objectives.

William Beckett is a CFP® and ChFC® with 11 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and Mutual of Omaha Investor Services since 2017. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in a small family business, Evolution Pets, LLC, where he occasionally assists with recordkeeping. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory services to individuals, corporations, and qualified retirement plans, offering financial planning, managed account programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm utilizes a range of third-party money managers and platforms, including Envestnet and Pershing, to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Nicholas Nussbaumer is a financial advisor with The Strategic Financial Alliance, Inc. in Atlanta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 10 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., Morgan Stanley, and E*TRADE Securities LLC. The Strategic Financial Alliance serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business clients. The firm offers customized portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a combination of its Strategic Choice programs, co-advisory relationships, and referrals to third-party asset managers.

James Byers II is a CFP® with 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and has previously worked at firms including Clearbridge Wealth Management, LPL Financial, and Raymond James Financial Services. Merit Financial Group is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual investors, retirement plans, ESOPs, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes long-term, diversified asset allocation through centrally managed model portfolios and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

John Bridgers is a financial advisor with IFG Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at IFG Advisory and LPL Financial since 2013. IFG Advisory, LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, charitable and corporate entities, and retirement plans. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across various management strategies.

Christopher Guinther is a financial advisor at Aprio Wealth Management, LLC in Atlanta, GA, with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at A. Montag & Associates, Inc. for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, he has owned rental property since 1993, managing it remotely on a limited basis. Aprio Wealth Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals and retirement plans. The firm emphasizes tailored portfolio management focused on asset allocation and long-term purchasing-power preservation, employing specialist sub-advisers and offering access to private investments and structured products.

Alexander Barthold is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Merit Financial Advisors. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE, Harrisdirect, and Edward Jones. He holds Series 66 registration and is based in Alpharetta, GA. Merit Financial Group is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual investors, retirement plans, ESOPs, and institutional clients. The firm offers asset management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and financial wellness programs, employing a long-term, diversified investment approach managed by an internal team and supported by third-party sub-advisers.