Shaun Mathena is a financial advisor with AlphaStar Capital Management holding a Series 65 designation and has one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and American Mortgage Services, and currently serves as Vice President of Superior Mortgage Solutions, a mortgage company. Mathena is also an insurance agent with Fiduciary First Advisors. AlphaStar Capital Management manages approximately $1.84 billion for individuals, trusts, small businesses, and other clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement consulting. The firm employs both model and custom strategies using quantitative analysis and tactical asset allocation, and acts as a subadviser and referral agent to other investment advisers.

Steven Nelson is a Series 65 licensed advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Chicago Partners Investment Group LLC since 2024 and previously spent over a decade at EJM Investments, LLC and its affiliated firms. Chicago Partners Investment Group LLC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, endowments, and corporations, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach, utilizing fundamental analysis and various strategies such as direct indexing and tax-loss harvesting, and is notable for sponsoring affiliated pooled investment vehicles and serving private fund clients.

Michael Minter is a financial advisor with Lifemark Securities Corp. in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mintco Financial, Inc. since 2001 and Lifemark Securities Corp. since 2009. Minter is also an independent insurance agent and managing partner of Elite Independence Group, LLC, involved in insurance sales and financial planning. Lifemark Securities Corp. provides fee-based investment advisory services and financial planning primarily to individual investors and retirement plan sponsors, offering a range of programs including Unified Managed Accounts and Separately Managed Accounts tailored through risk assessments and managed on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Jared Mcdaniel is a CFP® and CFA®-designated advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cornerstone Wealth and has previously worked at Mutual Securities, Inc. and CNR Securities, LLC. Cornerstone Wealth Group is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, employer plan sponsors, other advisers, and corporations. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and related services, implementing model-based portfolios with a range of asset classes and third-party managers.

Ashley Setter is a financial advisor at Northern Trust Securities, Inc. with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and has worked previously at firms including JPMorgan Securities LLC and Midland Trust Company. Outside of her advisory role, she operates an independent pet sitting business. Northern Trust Securities, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northern Trust Corporation that provides discretionary portfolio management primarily for high-net-worth individuals, retail investors, and institutional clients. The firm offers model-driven investment programs using a combination of proprietary and third-party products through the Fidelity Managed Account Xchange platform.

Darren Turner is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at Jaffe Tilchin Investment Partners, LLC. He has been with the firm and Comprehensive Asset Management & Servicing, Inc. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, Turner is the managing member of Turner & Associates Financial, LLC, where he is involved in the sale of insurance products. Jaffe Tilchin Investment Partners serves both individual and institutional clients, offering investment advisory, portfolio management, financial planning, and institutional consulting. The firm manages accounts on discretionary and non-discretionary bases, provides private placement due diligence, and integrates private fund operational services into client servicing.

Michael Gilbert is a financial advisor at Simplicity Wealth with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo Clearing. Gilbert is also a registered insurance agent who speaks with clients about insurance products. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporate and institutional investors, and other financial firms. The firm uses a fund-of-funds approach with ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, and provides advisory services alongside technology and operational solutions for other advisers.

Michael Degenova is a financial advisor at Jaffe Tilchin Investment Partners, LLC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Jaffe Tilchin Wealth Management since 2010. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as president of 1-12 Financial LLC, overseeing insurance production. Jaffe Tilchin Investment Partners serves individual and institutional clients, providing investment advisory, portfolio management, financial planning, and institutional consulting. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary account management, third-party manager selection, and private placement due diligence for qualified investors.

Gabriel Gaston is a financial advisor at Calton & Associates, Inc. in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Calton & Associates since 2024 and previously spent seven years at Mutual Trust Company of America Securities and three years at Freedom Investors Corp. He also founded Gaston Financial Group, which he continues to be associated with. Calton & Associates serves individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and other retail clients by providing portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm offers a range of program structures, including firm-managed wrap programs and separate account platforms, tailoring investment recommendations to client goals, risk tolerance, and liquidity needs.

James Petkoson is a financial advisor with Calton & Associates, Inc. in Clearwater, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Calton & Associates since 2010, following earlier roles at Gunnallen Financial, Inc. and Wells Fargo Advisors. Calton & Associates serves individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and other retail clients by providing portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm offers both advisory and brokerage services with tailored investment recommendations and a variety of program structures including firm-managed wrap programs and separate account platforms.

Matthew Versage is a CFP® professional with six years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with United Capital Financial Advisors and previously worked at JPMorgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank. In addition to his financial career, he has served in the U.S. Air Force for over 15 years. United Capital Financial Advisors provides national financial planning and discretionary investment management to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes client-specific financial plans and offers a range of customizable investment options, supported by a broad affiliate network and a technology platform that assists other independent advisors.

Steven Prawl is a financial advisor at G. A. Repple & Company with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Mangrove Financial since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Pinion Insurance Solutions, LLC, which sells health, life, and annuity insurance products. G. A. Repple & Company provides investment advisory and financial planning services to retail individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, trusts, estates, and corporate entities. The firm employs a variety of analytical approaches to develop individualized portfolios and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management, along with model strategies including ETF-focused and Biblically-Responsible Investing programs.

Christopher Davidson is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 19 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Flaharty Asset Management, LLC, and currently leads IHT Wealth Management LLC. Davidson also manages several business entities for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial provides advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, institutions, and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a wide range of investment solutions supported by an in-house research team and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Don Opperman is a financial advisor with Advisory Services Network, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 48 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Raymond James Financial and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. for a combined 41 years. Opperman serves as a FINRA arbitrator, hearing and deciding industry dispute cases. Advisory Services Network is an independent enterprise serving individuals, families, corporations, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm’s network of over 200 advisors manages approximately $8.6 billion in client assets, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and a range of investment consulting services.

Steven Cere is a financial advisor at Cary Street Partners with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Truist Advisory Services and BB&T Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner of a real estate holding company in Dunedin, Florida. Cary Street Partners provides discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individual investors, charitable organizations, corporations, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm offers portfolio management, financial and retirement planning, and access to alternative investments, employing both third-party managers and in-house resources across a range of strategies.

Illya Bermant is a financial advisor at McAdam LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Charles Schwab, Fisher Investments, and Walser Wealth Management Company. McAdam LLC is an enterprise-scale registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs fundamental analysis to manage portfolios across a multi-advisor platform and offers a range of strategies including discretionary investment management, retirement-plan consulting, and a subscription-based financial planning service.

Marcus Woods is a financial advisor with Csenge Advisory Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His career includes two decades at FSC Securities Corporation and roles at Lion Street Financial and Integrity Alliance, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he operates a sole proprietorship focused on health and life insurance sales. Csenge Advisory Group serves charitable organizations, corporations, business entities, and individuals including high-net-worth families, offering asset management, financial planning, and corporate retirement plan consulting. The firm uses a top-down investment process combining fundamental and technical analysis with a relative-strength methodology, primarily constructing portfolios with mutual funds and ETFs.

Nicholas Giallourakis is a financial advisor at NFSG Corporation with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at NewBridge Securities Corporation since 2016. NFSG Corporation provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm constructs diversified portfolios using a variety of instruments and offers discretionary and non-discretionary asset management, financial planning, and third-party asset manager selection.

Brian Bristow is a financial advisor with Csenge Advisory Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Ridgeback Group, LLC, Jiffy.AI, and CUNA Mutual Group, including CUNA Brokerage Services. Csenge Advisory Group provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, high net worth clients, charities, and corporate/business clients. The firm’s investment approach combines fundamental and technical analysis with a relative strength methodology and a top-down process, offering customized portfolio management through discretionary and model-based allocations.

Kenneth Allgood is a financial advisor with G. A. Repple & Company in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 29 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, United Capital Financial Advisers, LLC, and Girard Securities, Inc. He is also the owner of Allgood Financial Services, which provides income tax preparation, and operates an eBay business selling new and used goods. G. A. Repple & Company offers investment advisory and financial planning services to retail individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and corporate entities, utilizing a range of analytical approaches to build portfolios tailored to client goals and risk tolerances. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management with options including wrap programs, separately managed accounts, and Biblically-Responsible Investing models.