Jolene Abney serves as a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She collaborates with individuals, families, and organizations to provide financial advice centered on retirement planning, education funding, wealth transfer, and wealth preservation strategies. In her role, she utilizes Merrill's wealth planning tools to help clients manage investment risk and develop effective cash flow strategies focused on long-term financial goals. Jolene holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment (SE). She earned a master’s degree from the Oklahoma State University System and a bachelor’s degree from Southeastern University. Her client service areas include Corporate Executive Services, Divorce Transition Planning, Employee Benefits Planning, Family Wealth Management Strategies, Services for Endowments, Foundations, and Non-profits, Legacy Planning, Managing New Wealth, Personal Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management Services, and Small Business Strategies. Outside of work, Jolene enjoys biking, boating, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, running, scuba diving, soccer, and spending time with her family.

Cornelius Clark is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on helping clients identify what matters most to them and their families to develop strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals. His approach involves building relationships to understand clients' priorities and tailoring advice accordingly. With expertise spanning general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial events, Cornelius takes an active role in ongoing client engagement to address evolving needs. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation, reflecting his commitment to professional standards in investment advising. Cornelius earned a Bachelor's Degree from Kennesaw State University.

Quinton Green is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 17 years of industry experience. He has worked with various Cetera entities since 2017 and also has experience with AIG Advisor Group. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in food delivery as a Door Dash driver and manages a room rental business on Airbnb. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with various program options and affiliations that support diverse investment strategies.

Joseph Montgomery is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he rents his vehicle on the peer-to-peer platform Turo. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a blend of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and order-routing.

Roderick Agard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Athens, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and Bank of America, where he worked from 2015 to 2023. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Charles Pinigis is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Duluth, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice that addresses income sources, tax-aware withdrawal strategies, and Social Security options.

Marcus Wallace is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. Prior to this role, he worked as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025. Marcus has experience in managing financial portfolios, having served as a Manager at Morgan Stanley from 2008 to 2015. He focuses on developing financial plans tailored to the unique needs of his clients, working closely with individuals from various backgrounds and financial situations to help them achieve their financial goals.

Jonathan Papac is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held positions at several firms including Fidelity Investments, J.P. Morgan, Wells Fargo, Voya Investment Management, Fifth Third Bank, and Bank of America. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured planning process.

Eliana Perez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and Bank of America. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Alexander Duhaime is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2016 and focuses on building trustworthy relationships with affluent families. He assists clients in developing holistic wealth plans centered around their short, intermediate, and long-term financial goals. His client focus areas include Personal Retirement Planning, Sports & Entertainment, and Retirement Income. Alexander holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from the University of West Georgia. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional role, Alexander is involved with the Georgia English Bulldog Rescue. He also enjoys golfing, hiking, and running.

Howard Burke is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2014 and previously worked at Axa Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance brokerage activities. Equitable Advisors serves individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, providing financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as a dual-registered SEC investment adviser and broker-dealer, utilizing a range of program sponsors and third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Samuel Burton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at E*Trade Securities LLC and has a varied background including positions outside finance. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs serving both individual and institutional clients, utilizing structured financial planning tools and providing access to extensive investment resources.

Marc Cohen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cumming, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Cohen is involved in business coaching and consulting through Mackall, Cohen and Associates, LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering tailored, non-discretionary recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Shayna Markel is a financial advisor at Osaic with two years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Markel Financial Services, LLC. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved with Markel Financial Services, LLC as an associate financial advisor and insurance broker. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a broad network of advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on portfolio construction using asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and various investment vehicles.

Casey Jones is an Investment Consultant at the Alpharetta Fidelity branch in Georgia. He has been in this role since 2025, focusing on educating and preparing clients for a financial future that meets their retirement needs and goals. Prior to this, he worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025 and served as a Retirement Planner at the same company from 2023 to 2024. From 2016 to 2023, Casey was a Financial Advisor at Wealth Integrity Financial. Casey has experience in investment consulting, relationship management, retirement planning, and financial advising. Outside of his professional work, he engages in family activities, fitness, social events with friends, golf, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Jeff Dear is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Guardian Life Insurance Company, Park Avenue Securities, Wells Fargo, MassMutual, and PNC Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach involves structured discovery conversations and approved tools, with a focus on advisory services rather than individual security recommendations.

Charles Nelson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership in Noslen Group LLC, involved in investment-related activities. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Shelly Beaulieu is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She has held her current position since 1999 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Armenta III is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, he worked in the hospitality industry at various establishments including Southern Roots Tavern and Eatery and Dingus Magees. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Charlton Bulkin is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Peachtree Corners, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and also has experience with MassMutual Life Insurance Co and MetLife Securities Inc. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.