Monica Luke is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Securities America, First Command Financial Services, and OSAIC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an adjunct professor at Queens University, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and The London School of Economics. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering a range of financial planning, asset management, and retirement advice services to individuals, institutions, and plan participants through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

William Wilson IV is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having four years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including The Vanguard Group and SECU subsidiaries. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm is notable for its scale and digital delivery, managing a large number of client relationships through a combination of automated platforms and advisor teams.

Michael Mallette is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with The Vanguard Group since 2017. Prior to that, he worked at Appalachian State University for four years. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, serving a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and a team servicing model.

Banner Steele is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with six years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2020. Prior to that, he held roles at Texas Tech University, FJY Financial, and First State Bank among others. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach and primarily invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options alongside portfolio management for pooled vehicles.

Adam Bloom is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has 27 years of industry experience, including 26 years at Edward Jones. Bloom is president of ASB Endeavors, LLC, his personal operating entity, and serves as a board member of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church Board of Benefits, overseeing health insurance and pension plans. 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 emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting supported by analytical tools and also offers specialized municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting services.

Jason Bowers is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2023. His prior work experience includes roles in real estate and retail sectors. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through services such as Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor, serving retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, utilizing proprietary models and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Andrew Ricciarelli is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at American Cedar & Millwork and Pella Carolina Inc. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Dimitrios Nickols is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2016, including a period as self-employed from 2019 to 2022. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm serves hundreds of thousands of clients through a digital platform supported by a large team of advisors.

Lakisha Ashford is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at TIAA and Wells Fargo, as well as experience outside the financial industry. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to create personalized portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Brock Woessner is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2025 and has also worked with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2021. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages a large client base with a combination of proprietary technology and advisor support.

Cindi Williams is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and has previously worked at TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services and Morgan Stanley. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary models to construct portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering various customization options.

Kevin Butler is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Woodland Hills, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and models to support structured planning conversations.

Algeria Johnson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, she held positions at Fidelity Investments, MetLife, and Amazon among other companies. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach utilizing proprietary models and constructs portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs with various customization and tax-aware features.

Ousman Bojang is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Asbury Automotive Group, E*Trade from Morgan Stanley, and Amazon. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios constructed primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and tax-aware features.

Margaret Suite Arnold is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 40 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at FSC Securities Corporation for 14 years. In addition to her advisory work, she operates Victory Wealth Management, providing tax preparation and insurance services. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization tools.

Delvin Joyce is a CFP® and ChFC® with 20 years of experience in financial services. He currently works with LPL Enterprise and has a long tenure with Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of advising, he is an ESPN broadcaster for college football games and hosts a related podcast. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s research team and third-party strategists, and it offers access to financial planning, asset management, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Cathy Foster is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 24 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP® designation and Securities Series 63 and 66 licenses. Foster has worked at multiple firms including FSC Securities Corporation and Victory Wealth Management Inc., where she has also been involved in insurance services and office management. She is a commissioned notary public. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment approach features model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a range of managed account options supported by risk assessments and rebalancing tools.

Chadwick Carlson is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 17 years of experience in helping clients navigate their financial goals through personalized guidance. He specializes in a range of areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Chadwick holds a Bachelor's Degree from Lafayette College and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Throughout his career, he has supported individuals and families in building, managing, and protecting their wealth across various life stages and market conditions, emphasizing trust and long-term relationships. His approach focuses on connecting all aspects of a client’s financial life to prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them. Outside of work, Chadwick lives on a ranch in Olin, North Carolina, where he values the balance of hard work and quiet country life. He enjoys fishing, golfing, horseback riding, skiing, volleyball, and spending time with his family, which remains central to his personal and professional life. His background as a college football player contributes to his disciplined and persevering approach in financial advising.

Anthony Scafide is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at James Barrett Wilson & Associates and Wake Forest University. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of Expecta Dominum LLC, a rental property business. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice for retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create personalized portfolios, primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, serving a large client base through digital delivery and a high client-to-advisor ratio.

Damien Watson Jr. is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2025 and is also associated with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. outside his advisory role. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary methodologies to construct personalized portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs.