Scott Southerland is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with over 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2020, following 14 years at BB&T Securities LLC. Outside of advising, Southerland is active as a musician in the band Dead Drag Motion and serves as Treasurer and Finance Committee member for Home Moravian Church. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm delivers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Brian Holden is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Winston-Salem, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 15 years of industry experience. Holden has worked with MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 2010 and with MassMutual Investors Services since 2013. He is also involved in insurance brokerage through Holden & Mickey, Inc., focusing on individual and group life and health insurance sales. MassMutual Investors Services is a subsidiary of MassMutual that offers financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Andrew Clyne is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial services in 2013 and joined Merrill in 2016. In his role, Andrew focuses on working with affluent individuals to develop personalized financial strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He serves as a resource for clients on topics ranging from investing to retirement planning and saving for unexpected events. Additionally, he offers access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and business solutions. Andrew holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional. He earned a bachelor's degree in Finance from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2011, where he was a member of the Cross Country and Track & Field teams. He is also involved in the community as a member of the UNCG Alumni Leadership Board. Andrew resides in Greensboro with his wife, Bridgette, and their three sons. His personal interests include basketball, golfing, running, and spending time with his family.

Kevin Barth is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Greensboro, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and having nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of advising, he manages a personal seasonal rental property in Bradenton, FL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including managed solutions and separately managed accounts, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Jonathan Szarke is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Greensboro, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with LPL Enterprise since 2026. Prior to his current role, his professional experience includes positions outside the financial services industry, such as working at Epic Chophouse and WhiteStone: A Masonic and Eastern Star Community. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated trust and insurance services.

Glenn Person Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Raymond James Financial since 2009, following a tenure at Heyfield Partners. He is also president and officer of Beacon Capital Advisors Inc., where he manages branch assets, vendor contracts, payroll, and HR functions. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Matthew Mccoy is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2024. He previously spent 15 years at Lincoln Financial Securities Corp and has maintained a longstanding role at Pilot Financial Advisors since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, Mccoy owns and instructs at The Real McCoy Instruction Services, providing training on the use of lethal force and firearms for self-defense. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Carly Diaz is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, she worked at SG Americas Securities, LLC, and has a background including roles at Societe Generale, PTC Inc, and Emory University. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Amanda Hall is a financial advisor at Cetera with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining Cetera, she worked at Capital Guardian Wealth Management and has been involved with Masters Private Client Group LLC since 2015. Outside of advising, she provides accounting services including financial statement preparation and account reconciliations. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a large multi-manager platform serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a broad network of over 10,000 advisors and manages more than $256 billion in assets.

Carma Wentzlaff is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Winston-Salem, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 24 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at UBS Financial Services, JP Morgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Bank of America Corporation, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, utilizing structured financial planning tools and investment strategies supported by its Global Investment Committee. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies.

Bryson Mckinney is a CFP® and ChFC® with 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Raymond James Financial and has prior experience at Pinnacle Bank, Pinnacle Financial Partners, BNC Bank, and LPL Financial. He also serves as an investment consultant for Pinnacle Asset Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, using tailored, non-discretionary strategies supported by advanced analytical tools.

Ross Vaden is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Greensboro, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Mass Mutual in 2025, he worked for Southeastern Freight Lines for 12 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing a storage unit business, Avalon Suites LLC, as a member and manager. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software to develop written recommendations tailored to client goals.

Christopher Regeis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greensboro, NC, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and possessing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2004, following four years at WS Griffith Securities, Inc. Outside of advisory work, he rents office space to an attorney at his business location. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Tyler Cook is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Greensboro, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Fidelity Investments and Bankers Life Insurance. His background also includes roles outside finance, such as positions at Our Dailey Bread Restaurant and Appalachian State University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets with a large network of advisors and offers a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products under a fiduciary standard.

John Nee is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice Chair of Deacons at Friendly Avenue Baptist Church. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, plans, corporations, and institutions, utilizing a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and a variety of program models and third-party managers.

Kevin Gunter is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Greensboro, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entities since 2004. Outside of advisory services, he serves as president of The Gunter Group Inc., an S-Corp established for a teaming arrangement with another Ameriprise advisor, and is also listed as secretary for a separate non-investment-related health coaching business owned by his wife. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning, tax-aware withdrawal strategies, and dependable income sources.

John Cooper is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on clients nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendations. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise also delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Arthur Chenail is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2016, including his current tenure beginning in 2022, as well as prior roles at Wells Fargo and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Charles Thompson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Greensboro, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, Thompson serves as secretary and consultant for Four Oaks Restaurant Corp., a full-service restaurant where he contributes 20-25 hours per month. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services tailored to clients who meet a net-worth threshold.

William Davis is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Cogent Analytics. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as a tutor and courier in Greensboro, NC. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, with additional services that include financial planning, access to asset managers, and insurance product facilitation.