Andrew Brandt is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans since 2011 and Thrivent Investment Management since 2010. Outside of advising, he owns a short-term rental property in Boise, Idaho, which is managed by a third-party agency. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers comprehensive goal-based planning across various financial topics, delivering written recommendations without discretionary trading authority or institutional portfolio management services.

Tyler Hogan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Mill Creek, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Hogan is also involved in a business venture, Brick Top Ventures, LLC, which focuses on real estate investment and income-producing assets. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored recommendation reports delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Marcus Dusenbury is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Viridian Ria, LLC from 2014 to 2021. He has been with Edelman Financial Engines since 2021. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages both model-based and customized portfolios, supports a large participant base through advisor-led and online offerings, and operates a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Paul Swesey is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Edmonds, WA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 10 years of industry experience, including 12 years with RBC Capital Markets. He serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including The Pursuit NW, Washington Policy Center, and Russell Johnson Ministries. RBC Wealth Management serves individual investors, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs that provide discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles using both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Peter Smart is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with Edward Jones in Everett, WA. He has eight years of industry experience, having been with Edward Jones since 2018 and previously working at Azusa Pacific University for six years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Matthew Arnold is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as extended experience outside the financial sector at Metrohm USA, Inc. and GERSTEL, Inc. He spent 15 years affiliated with the University of Southern California. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Manus Duffy is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on helping clients achieve financial well-being by understanding their values and priorities, and providing guidance that adapts to life changes. His approach supports clients in making informed decisions with clarity and confidence as they plan for retirement, education, or other life events. Prior to his current role, Manus worked as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2020 to 2024. His professional experience encompasses a range of financial planning and advisory services aimed at supporting clients' evolving needs. Outside of his professional work, Manus has interests in art, football, social events with friends, gardening, traveling, and volunteering.

Carla Forney is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at Waddell & Reed, various insurance carriers, and operating her own financial firm. She has also worked as a notary and has been involved with Everett Public Library and Everett Community College. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and various portfolio strategies.

James Kim is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66, 63, and 65 licenses and over 20 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, as well as experience with Raymond James and Mainspring Wealth Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he assists with documentation and translation for his wife’s business, TYK Enterprises. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Barry Spomer is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera Wealth Services since 2013 and joined Cetera in 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an advisor on the board of the Rise Therapeutic Equestrian Center and owns a family farm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that enables advisors to implement diverse portfolio strategies through affiliated and third-party managers, supported by extensive national scale and a wide range of investment and program options.

Marx Nuval is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in Lake Forest Park, WA, and has three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and JPMC Bank NA. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC delivers investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Natalie Bova is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Edmonds, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She previously worked at D.A. Davidson & Co. and has a background that includes roles at the University of Washington and Desert Sun. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory programs with customized portfolio management and financial planning solutions. The firm integrates in-house and third-party investment management with options for tax management and responsible investing.

Joshua Granberg is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ridgecrest Management, LLC and self-employment spanning several years. Outside of finance, Granberg is the owner and artist of Highlight Art Studios, where he provides periodic art lessons and commissioned portrait paintings. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fees, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors.

Donald Weller III is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Oppenheimer for 11 years before joining Raymond James in 2024. Weller serves as a volunteer Finance Committee member for the United Way of Snohomish County. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using various analytical tools and maintains unique municipal advisory affiliations and specialized retirement plan services.

Tran Truong is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, Tran held various roles at firms including CostCo Wholesale, First Citizens Bank, and Umpqua Bank. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Suzy Stuckey is a Financial Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2020. In her role, she partners with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their financial goals. Suzy's career in financial services reflects her commitment to helping individuals take ownership of their financial well-being. Prior to her current position, Suzy held several roles including Associate Wealth Advisor at Aldrich Wealth LP from 2019 to 2020, and various positions at Charles Schwab between 2016 and 2019, such as Financial Consultant Partner, High Net Worth Specialist, and Financial Service Professional. This experience has provided her with a broad perspective on wealth management and client service. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Suzy enjoys an active lifestyle outside of work. Her personal interests include hiking, skiing, traveling, Pilates, yoga, and caring for pets. She also enjoys exploring the state of Washington.

April Forde is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Ameriprise in Edmonds, WA, with 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2008. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing annual planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients nearing or in retirement.

Vickie Kozuck is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 35 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of her advisory role, Kozuck serves on the finance committee for St. Mary Magdalen and is involved with the Lynnwood Rotary Communication Foundation, where she has held leadership roles related to investment policy. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial product options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Thomas Mclaurin is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Woodinville, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cetera Advisors LLC for eight years and has operated Evergreen Financial Management since 1999 as an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals using various custody platforms and proprietary as well as third-party model strategies.

Richard Carton is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.