Nathaniel Fredricks is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Nashville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

James Leyhew is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds the Series 66 designation and has 22 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007. He also offers life, health, long-term care, and disability insurance to clients, spending part of his time conducting needs analyses and comparing carriers for competitive premiums. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, supported by proprietary and third-party research, as well as advanced portfolio management technologies.

Peyton Haley is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with four years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2021, Haley worked at Cat Financial and TSSAA and also held roles with the University of Tennessee's Recreational Department and Knoxville campus. Raymond James & Associates is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and government entities. The firm provides non-discretionary wealth advisory planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program and offers specialized services such as municipal advisory and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Dakota Corum is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera, Dakota worked at ERP Retirement Services and Acuff & Associates. Outside of finance, Dakota is involved in entrepreneurial activities including Shelbyville Cheer and Tumble LLC and Corum Real Estate Group LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of investment management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors and employs a multi-manager approach with access to affiliated and third-party portfolio managers.

Shawn Valukas is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the proprietor and owner of Mr Buddy's Happy Farm, an animal sanctuary caring for abused or neglected animals. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.

Robert Cook is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he leads a boutique advisory team focused on delivering high-touch, high-quality services to a select group of affluent families. His practice specializes in addressing the unique needs of corporate executives, business owners, and retirees by providing customized strategies that leverage Merrill’s resources to simplify financial complexities and help clients achieve their family priorities and long-term goals. With over 25 years of experience, Robert advises successful business owners and executives on wealth management, exit planning, equity compensation, cash flow planning, risk management, and tax-efficient strategies. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor® (CEPA), he guides business owners through the exit planning process, aligning business, personal, and financial objectives to maximize value and preserve wealth and legacy. For executives, he offers strategic support to navigate transitions from executive roles into retirement or their next life phase. Robert holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA) designations, along with FINRA Series 7, 24, and 66 registrations, and is insurance licensed. His educational credentials include a Bachelor’s degree from Lipscomb University and a Master of Business Administration with a focus on finance from Georgia State University. Beyond his professional commitments, Robert serves on the Board of Directors for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. His personal interests include basketball, football, golfing, music, reading, running, singing, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Heather Hickman is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Raymond James since 2013. Raymond James & Associates offers financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm provides tailored financial plans and investment recommendations, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory relationships, and maintains specialized capabilities in public finance and municipal services.

Walter Juarez is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing nine years of industry experience, including seven years at Merrill. He leads a team that has developed a process to assist families, business owners, and executives in making informed financial decisions by understanding objectives, creating clear strategies, and conducting regular progress reviews. Walter's areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, and tax minimization. He holds professional designations such as Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He is a graduate of Westminster College and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Walter is involved with professional and community organizations, including Toastmasters International and volunteering with the American Cancer Society and the American Red Cross. He enjoys activities such as chess, cooking, hiking, horseback riding, ice skating, and spending time with his family.

Steven Laughlin is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been affiliated with both Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2016. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated into Bank of America's broader corporate platform, providing access to various products and services beyond traditional investment management.

John Williams is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., U.S. Bank, and Truist. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a wide range of investment strategies for individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, including pension plans and charitable organizations.

Benjamin Miller is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on developing tax-efficient global portfolios designed for long-term capital appreciation for individuals and families. Utilizing alternative investments, options, and private credit, he collaborates closely with clients through open and consistent communication to establish personalized financial strategies. His areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, liquidity management, managing new wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Benjamin holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin and has the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, Benjamin volunteers in his community and pursues personal interests that include cooking, football, golfing, hunting, music, reading, and tennis. He lives in College Grove, Tennessee, with his wife, Dionne, and their children, Oliver and Kendall.

Brennan Shea is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. who holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird in 2025, he worked at Jackson National Life Distributors and has experience in real estate and pressure equipment industries. Baird’s DDK Group operates within the Private Wealth Management department, serving individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of financial planning, portfolio management, and custody services, utilizing a mix of manager-traded and model-traded strategies supported by internal research and tools.

Jeffrey Bryan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he directs all portfolio and investment management for Tellis Bryan Wealth Management. He provides customized risk and investment management strategies for a range of clients including institutions, charities, foundations, endowments, high net worth individuals, families, and legacy trusts. With more than 35 years of experience managing money for institutional and private wealth clients, Jeff has held significant roles such as Director and Senior Portfolio Manager with BlackRock for 11 years. Prior to that, he was a Senior Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager with The Private Bank at Bank of America, managing over $5 billion in private wealth for some of the bank’s largest and most complex relationships. His expertise includes constructing and managing comprehensive investment and credit portfolios, managing risks related to highly concentrated and appreciated assets, and overseeing complex trust and estate planning strategies. Jeff holds degrees in Finance and Economics from the University of Missouri and has lectured extensively nationwide to professional investors and client groups. Outside of his professional endeavors, he has personal interests in fishing, hiking, and music.

Derek Lyle is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining LPL Financial and First Horizon Bank in 2025, he worked at Louisiana Pacific Corporation for five years and Total Quality Logistics for two years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by research and model portfolios.

Richard Fowler is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Nashville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to a broad client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm also offers institutional consulting and emphasizes public finance and municipal work alongside its retail advisory services.

Kelly Ruoff is a financial advisor with Robert Baird & Co. in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2019, with prior roles at American Enterprise Investment Services Inc and Thrivent Financial. Robert Baird & Co. is an institution with approximately 2,600 advisors, offering private wealth management services to individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, separately managed accounts, and tax-managed and direct-indexing capabilities, supported by ongoing manager selection and internal research.

Gerald Bonner Jr. is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his financial services career in 2001 and holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Gerald earned a Bachelor's Degree from Johnson & Wales University. Gerald assists clients by helping them manage their wealth to meet their individual needs. He focuses on a comprehensive approach to wealth management that begins with listening to clients and ensuring that every potential solution is grounded in understanding their goals. His client focus areas include college education planning, executive compensation, services for defined benefit plans, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Outside of his professional role, Gerald is involved with the Pencil Organization and Safe Haven. His personal interests include ice hockey, music, reading, and spending time with his family.

David Doll is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its private bank since 2017, following prior roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director of Pinch, Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and models. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines its advisory services with financial planning and estate strategies.

Michael Shea is a financial advisor with Robert Baird & Co. in Franklin, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Robert Baird & Co. since 2019 and was previously with J.J.B. Hilliard, W.L. Lyons, Inc. from 1997 to 2018. He is part of The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice that serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The group provides tailored consulting and portfolio management services, utilizing a combination of in-house and third-party managers across a range of traditional and non-traditional investment strategies.

Elias Hassan is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Robert Baird since 2019, previously serving at J.J.B. Hilliard, W.L. Lyons, Inc. since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of a start-up restaurant, Gusto Wood Fire Grill LLC, and is an investor in companies focused on medical testing and technology based in Nashville. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients. The team offers tailored financial planning and portfolio management using a combination of in-house and third-party managers, covering a broad range of investment strategies from traditional to complex alternatives.