John Thomas III is a financial advisor with Truist Advisory Services in Clayton, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. He has been with Truist and its predecessor firms since 2011. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as treasurer for a local business networking group that meets twice monthly to share leads and discuss topics related to business growth. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations, utilizing a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary manager relationships supported by AI-enabled research and inter-affiliate integration within the Truist enterprise.

H. Hughes is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network. Their career includes five years at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and multiple roles within Commonwealth Financial Network and Pathfinder Wealth Consulting. Outside of advisory work, Hughes is involved in fixed insurance sales through an activity called Cross Bridge. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,900 advisors and managing about $212.7 billion in client assets. The firm offers a range of advisory support services including managed-account programs, third-party asset manager access, and custody services.

Stephanie Bruneau is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing six years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameritas since 2020 in various affiliated entities and is currently associated with Generations Wealth Management. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a Senior Account Executive at Boston 128 Insurancy Agency Inc., focusing on fixed insurance products. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes a range of investment products and program platforms to build customized portfolios and incorporates affiliated entities in its mutual holding company structure.

Douglas Ebner is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Money Concepts Capital Corp., Triad Advisors, and operating the Ebner Financial Group for over a decade. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in health and dental sales and service through Ebner Financial Group and is a partner in a bitcoin mining venture, Krush Technologies. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement plan services through a nationwide network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients, with a notable focus on retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.

Joseph Uradnik is a financial advisor with AE Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and JDU Consulting. AE Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of services such as model portfolio solutions, discretionary asset management, financial planning, and ERISA plan services through a platform-centered approach that integrates AEWM-managed and third-party models.

Nikhil Mukheja is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Empower, he worked in education for seven years at Wake County Public Schools and Easton-Redding-Region School District. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, leveraging an integrated model aligned with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms. The firm’s approach focuses on long-term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing within plan lineups chosen by plan sponsors.

Lynne Mulligan is a financial advisor with Money Concepts Capital Corp and holds a Series 66 designation. She has 5 years of industry experience and previously worked at Drenen Financial Services, Inc. for 18 years. Money Concepts Advisory Service provides investment advisory, financial planning, and consulting services to a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, trusts, estates, and corporations. The firm manages approximately $4.07 billion in client assets through model-driven and asset-allocation approaches, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary programs supported by third-party managers and technology platforms.

Jessica Alpers is a financial advisor with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC and holds a Series 65 designation. She has five years of industry experience, having worked previously at WealthShield Partners, LLC, The Atlantic Group, LLC, and Goldman Sachs Personal Financial Management. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services provides financial planning, asset management, and retirement-plan consulting for individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm manages over $122 billion in assets using diversified, risk-class based allocations that combine passive and active managers, supported by an internal Investment Committee.

Michael Mc Grady is a financial advisor with Transamerica Retirement Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Financial and Ameriprise Financial in various capacities. Transamerica Retirement Advisors serves participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans and IRA owners through managed advice programs and investment education services, relying on Morningstar Investment Management for portfolio construction and oversight. The firm operates at scale with a large client base and primarily manages non-discretionary assets.

Douglas Molstad is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, bringing 35 years of industry experience. He previously worked at National Planning Corporation and Beacon Financial Group. In addition to his advisory role, he is an independent fixed insurance agent providing insurance illustrations and application support. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across advisory and brokerage platforms.

Jacquelyn Tran is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America and BP, as well as managing real estate investment and property management ventures. 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 strategies for a range of individual and institutional investors.

Grayson Clements is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 0 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Bank of America and Merrill since 2026 and previously worked in various roles including at Townsquare Interactive and Mythic. 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 investment strategies for a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Tina MacMillan is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2022. She works closely with clients to develop tailored financial strategies that align with their individual goals. Her professional experience includes serving as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2018 to 2022 and as an Investment Consultant at TD Waterhouse Investor Services from 1998 to 2005. Tina holds a California Insurance License.

Heather Oakley is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2014, including her current position since 2026. 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 services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

John Piersall is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with OSAIC since 2025 and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 32 years. In addition to his advisory role, he operates a sole proprietorship focused on the sale of fixed annuities and term insurance. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management across multiple investment types.

John Bottega is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Thorough Financial Group LLC, Waddell & Reed, Inc., and various insurance carriers. He was also involved with the Syracuse University Raleigh Alumni Association from 2018 to 2021. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies across various asset classes.

Anna Johnson is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving clients since 2023. She previously worked as a Financial Representative at the same firm from 2022 to 2023. In her role, Anna focuses on collaborating with clients to develop financial plans that aim to provide confidence in their long-term financial goals. She combines her professional experience with a dedication to understanding what clients deem important in managing their savings. Outside of her professional career, Anna enjoys family activities, hiking, visiting museums, attending theater performances, exploring new cuisines as a foodie, and traveling.

Chani Oscavich is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with Fidelity Brokerage Services since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she works as an independent contractor for Amazon Flex, delivering packages during nights and weekends. 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 fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios and supports its advisory roles with established governance and oversight procedures.

Kevin Perrault is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and seven years of experience in the industry. His prior work includes roles at AAFMAA, Wells Fargo, and PNC Bank. 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 a diverse client base including individuals and institutional investors.

Elliot Brodfuehrer is a Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, progressing through various roles including Investment Solutions Representative I, II, and III, as well as Customer Relationship Advocate. Elliot collaborates closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develops personalized plans tailored to their unique needs. He emphasizes building lasting relationships with clients and their families, prioritizing trust through reliability, integrity, and expertise. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Elliot has interests in baseball, fitness, football, golf, hiking, and spending time with pets.