Kyle Van Liere is a Series 65-credentialed advisor at Hilltop Wealth & Tax Solutions with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Club at the National and Ave Maria University, as well as entrepreneurial involvement with Coach's Bar and Grill. Hilltop Wealth & Tax Solutions serves individual and institutional clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial and tax planning, and retirement plan account management. The firm integrates tax and estate considerations into customized investment strategies and combines advisory services with affiliated tax and bookkeeping capabilities.

Steve Kuhlman is a financial advisor with Shepherd Financial Partners, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Shepherd Financial Partners and affiliated with LPL Financial since 2016. Outside his advisory role, he serves as a for-profit board member for Lead Surge LLC and is a commissioned notary public. Shepherd Financial Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as business entities, trusts, estates, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $1.38 billion in assets across six offices.

Chad Leatherwood is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Summit Wealth Partners, LLC since 2015 and also serves as managing member of Signature Financial Strategies, LLC, where he is involved in sales of fixed insurance and annuity products as well as business seminars, consulting, and coaching. Summit Wealth Partners serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, and a variety of institutional and tax-sheltered entities across more than 20 states. The firm provides wealth management, investment advice, and pension consulting with an investment approach that emphasizes diversification, strategic asset allocation, and tax efficiency through the use of registered funds and third-party managers when appropriate.

Lauren Traulsen is a financial advisor at Evolution Wealth Management Inc. with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles in the hospitality sector at Potts Sports Cafe, Lansdowne Street Bar & Grill, and Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill. Evolution Wealth Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm emphasizes a long-term, buy-and-hold strategy through diversified portfolios and sponsors an in-house wrap fee program that integrates external Independent Managers and research support.

Brett Barry is a financial advisor at Evolution Wealth Management Inc. in Fort Myers, FL. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Evolution Wealth Management since 2024, with prior work experience outside the financial industry. Evolution Wealth Management provides tailored investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm manages approximately $134 million in discretionary client assets, employing a long-term, passive buy-and-hold investment approach with diversified allocations across mutual funds, ETFs, bonds, equities, and Independent Managers.

George Bokios is a financial advisor with Regal Advisory Services, Inc. in Ft. Myers, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and over 45 years of industry experience. He has worked with Regal Securities since 1980 and Board Broker Services since 1973. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of several holding companies and an advertising agency, dedicating limited time to these activities without compensation. Regal Advisory Services, Inc. serves individuals, corporations, retirement plans, trusts, foundations, and institutional clients through a team of 15 advisors managing approximately $113.5 million in assets. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory, utilizing a combination of fundamental and quantitative research tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance.

Trevor Whitley is a CFP®, CFA®, and Series 65-licensed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with MNS Financial Management since 2004. He is based in Fort Myers, FL, and is part of the Marquis Wealth Management Group team. Marquis Wealth Management Group provides investment advisory services and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm manages portfolios through discretionary and non-discretionary engagements, employing a range of strategies including equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, private investment funds, and limited options and derivatives.

Arnold Gillard Jr. is a financial advisor at Marquis Wealth Management Group in Fort Myers, FL, holding a Series 65 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Marquis Wealth Management, he worked at Wildcat Run Country Club and was a full-time student at Florida Gulf Coast University and the University of Central Florida. Marquis Wealth Management Group serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations by providing investment advisory services and standalone financial planning. The firm offers portfolio management with both discretionary and non-discretionary engagements, utilizing a range of investment vehicles including equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, and private investment funds.

Robert Chastain is a financial advisor at Neptune Wealth with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 63 designations and has worked at firms including Annex Wealth Management, CUNA Brokerage Services, and Allstate Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he serves as a sports referee for football, soccer, and basketball with the Greater Naples Officials Association. Neptune Wealth serves retail and high-net-worth individuals, businesses, and other registered investment advisers by providing investment advisory services, financial planning, model portfolios, outsourced CIO arrangements, and consulting. The firm uses a top-down macro allocation framework combined with bottom-up fundamental analysis and incorporates AI research tools to support market and planning analysis.

Kurt Traulsen is a financial advisor at Evolution Wealth Management Inc. with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 credential and has previously worked at truAdvice, LLC, Brokers International, and Grace Capital Management, LLC. Outside of advisory roles, he is involved as Vice President and Co-Owner of an insurance agency offering life insurance, annuities, and Medicare products. Evolution Wealth Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services primarily to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm constructs diversified portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, bonds, and equities, employing a long-term, buy-and-hold approach tailored to client objectives and risk profiles.

Ross Moody is a financial advisor at Evolution Wealth Management Inc. in Fort Myers, FL, holding a Series 65 designation. He has one year of industry experience, including prior work at Parady Financial and GE Healthcare. Evolution Wealth Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management through its EWMWrap Fee Program, emphasizing diversified, longer-term, buy-and-hold strategies tailored to client objectives and risk profiles.

Terrance Murphy is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving at Total Clarity Wealth Management, Inc. in Fort Myers Beach, FL. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and was previously with Cetera Advisor Networks from 2013 to 2018. Outside of financial advising, he has experience managing a pizza business and operates an accounting and tax advisory service. Total Clarity Wealth Management is a multi-advisor firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial and retirement planning, and 401(k) advisory services, employing a range of investment strategies from conservative wrap programs to actively traded accounts for sophisticated investors.

Susan Sands is a Series 65 licensed financial advisor with Marquis Wealth Management Group in Fort Myers, FL, where she has worked since 1999. She has 24 years of industry experience as part of a six-advisor team. Marquis Wealth Management Group provides investment advisory services and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management through discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements, employing a range of investment strategies including equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, private investment funds, and limited options and derivatives strategies.

Phillip Farmer is a financial advisor at Aegis Capital Corp. with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with ACC Corp., a general insurance agency. Aegis Capital Corp. serves individual investors, retirement and benefit plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients by providing investment advisory and brokerage services, financial planning, and managed account programs through RBC and AXOS platforms. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account options and supports a range of client objectives and restrictions.

Stephen Henson is a financial advisor with CreativeOne Securities, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with CreativeOne Securities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of the Blue Heron Condo Association and owns hospitality businesses including a bar in Sidney, Illinois. CreativeOne Securities, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses through a network of 127 advisors. The firm provides financial planning, discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, retirement-plan fiduciary services, and access to third-party manager programs via its proprietary CreativeOne Wealth platform.

Jairo Lemos is a financial advisor at Gateway Wealth Partners, LLC with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Edward Jones and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Outside of advising, he is involved in business ownership through LemCo LLC. Gateway Wealth Partners is a registered investment adviser that provides financial planning, wealth management, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, corporations, and qualified employee benefit plans. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation using low-cost, diversified mutual funds and ETFs, supplemented by individual securities or Independent Managers when appropriate.

Michelle Maciosek is a financial advisor with Great Valley Advisor Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and offering 29 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank from 2016 to 2024, and joined LPL Financial in 2024. Maciosek is also involved in managing her own advisory business, Next Level Planning & Wealth Management. Great Valley Advisor Group is a multi-team SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and other entities. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting, emphasizing individualized portfolio construction and ongoing oversight through a combination of in-house strategies and third-party managers.

Christopher Massey is a financial advisor at Everhart Advisors in Fort Myers, FL. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Everhart Advisors since 2026. Prior to his advisory role, Massey worked at Chico's FAS and Adidas, among other companies. Everhart Advisors offers investment advisory and consulting services to retirement plan sponsors as well as wealth management and financial planning to individuals, trusts, and other entities. The firm follows a long-term, buy-and-hold investment philosophy and provides integrated tax, accounting, and bookkeeping services alongside tailored portfolio management.

Ryan Mclain is a financial advisor with M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 22 years of industry experience. Prior to his current role since 2023, he worked at Fifth Third Securities and FIFTH THIRD BANK from 2019 to 2023, and at AxA Advisors from 2003 to 2019. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as President Elect and board member for LeeLac, Inc., a nonprofit youth lacrosse organization. M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. serves individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities through a nationwide network of independent firms and advisors. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, retirement plan consulting, financial planning, and insurance advisory services.

Scott Butler is a CFP® with 41 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with StoneX Advisors Inc. since 2015. He also has a background in insurance sales, operating a sole proprietorship focused on annuities, life, and disability insurance. StoneX Advisors Inc. serves individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations with portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services. The firm uses a combination of independent advisors, proprietary model solutions, and third-party managers to deliver customized investment strategies.