Stephen Paavola is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Edward Jones and Northwestern Mutual. He also served eight years in the United States Army. Merrill, along 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Leonard Yarnovich is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Huntersville, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sales of investment-related products and receives compensation for loan product sales and referrals for home security and automation services. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm employs model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers and operates at scale with nearly 3,700 advisors and approximately $15.5 billion in assets under management.

Aditya Banerji is a CFP® with six years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. He has worked with The Vanguard Group since 2020 and previously held roles at the Better Business Bureau and the University of South Carolina. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, utilizing proprietary models and mostly Vanguard funds to create personalized portfolios.

Lesia Marino Brolinson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Wells Fargo Clearing specializes in retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, offering a broad range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Mark Whelan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Lauderdale, FL. He holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing, he worked at Lockheed Martin and the University of Central Florida. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm offers investment policy development, performance reporting, participant education, and discretionary investment management grounded in modern portfolio theory.

Garrett Davis is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at firms including LPL Financial and Wells Fargo Clearing Services. Outside of advisory roles, he has entrepreneurial experience with event rentals and a fireworks business. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach utilizing proprietary models and primarily invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering customization options such as ESG preferences and tax-aware strategies.

Krista Icenhour is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In her role, she helps families organize, develop, and implement financial plans and strategies tailored to their present and future goals. She focuses on simplifying the complexities of investing to ensure clients feel confident and secure in the financial plans they build together. Krista has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, progressing through various roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and Financial Consultant before her current position. Her experience encompasses client relationship management and financial planning within the firm. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Krista has interests in fitness, food, golf, hiking, spending time at the lake, and caring for pets.

Patrick Traynor is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2025 and has concurrent experience with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group since 2021. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm’s approach uses algorithm-driven, goal-based methodologies to create personalized portfolios predominantly composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, integrating tax-aware strategies and various customization options.

Kenneth Zdziarski is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and has worked at various Vanguard entities since 2026. Outside of finance, he is a freelance musician. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a digital platform combined with a team servicing model.

Beverly Granberry is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at LPL Financial since 2017. Beverly is also a Notary Public for North Carolina. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research and model portfolios.

Michael Dugan is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a ChFC® designation along with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at NYLIFE Securities, LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach featuring personalized asset allocations, largely implemented through Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Cody Bussell is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments, holding a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Thompson Private Wealth and Allied Millennial Partners. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates using a centralized investment approach that combines quantitative and qualitative research. The firm also offers sub-advisory and retirement plan services alongside managing separate accounts and pooled investment vehicles.

Michael Doyle is a Series 66 credentialed advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He has been with Vanguard since 2025 and has prior experience working in marketing and creative industries, including roles at Hi-Rez Studios and the Savannah College of Art and Design. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, combining proprietary models with Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through a scalable, technology-enabled platform.

Ariel Murchison is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, Ariel worked at Better Mortgage and Wells Fargo Inc. Outside of advising, Ariel owns and operates Ariel Evon Photography LLC. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with personalized asset allocations primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

John Patrick West is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2018, following a year with Centaurus Financial Inc. and prior roles including employment with Bellhops Moving Company and the University of South Carolina. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large volume of client relationships through a combination of digital platforms and an extensive advisor team.

Cole Blankenship is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he draws on Fidelity's resources to develop personalized financial plans tailored to clients' goals, values, and future visions. Cole encourages open communication and partnership with clients to create thoughtful financial strategies. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, gaining experience from various roles including Investment Consultant, Financial Representative, and Investor Center Intern. Prior to joining Fidelity, Cole interned at TMDL LLC, CPA's Consultant in 2018. Outside of his professional career, Cole enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, scuba diving, skiing, and playing soccer.

Orlando DiBacco is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with clients to develop financial plans aimed at helping them and their families achieve their goals. Orlando has held multiple positions at Fidelity Investments, starting as an Intern in 2023, and progressing through roles including Financial Services Representative, Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, before assuming his current position in 2026. His professional experience at Fidelity Investments spans various aspects of financial planning and consulting, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the financial services industry. Outside of his professional work, Orlando enjoys spending time at the beach, attending concerts, and participating in sports such as football, golf, and tennis.

Robert Koch is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc., alongside prior positions in consulting and education. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary methodologies and invests largely in Vanguard funds and ETFs, combining scale with digital delivery to manage a large client base efficiently.

Michael Milne is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments and Cetera. Outside of his advisory role, Milne has contracted as a transportation and delivery service provider with Uber and Amazon Flex. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary methodologies and constructs portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Isaac Acosta Montenegro is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience currently affiliated with Vanguard Advisers. He has held roles across multiple sectors including real estate sales and home remodeling, with ownership positions at Pivot Remodeling LLC and Finway Insurance Agency, LLC. In real estate, he works as an agent assisting with residential property transactions in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to portfolio construction, primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs, and is notable for its scale and digital delivery model managing hundreds of thousands of client relationships.