Erin Byer is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has worked at Merrill since 2012 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2018. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Daniel Perlmutter is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Charleston, SC, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously held roles at Berlins Restaurant Supply, Rising Tide Marketing, and Hamilton Management Services Company. Outside of advising, he is involved in managing several rental properties and assists with real estate transitions through 2M Properties. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment options supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, tax-efficient services, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Gabriel Gould is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has 21 years of industry experience, including roles at Northwestern Mutual, Carolina Capital Management, and New York Life. In addition to his advisory work, he maintains an outside insurance broker position specializing in life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes ongoing, collaborative planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and offers event-driven planning programs such as divorce and estate settlement.

Brian Diffily is a financial advisor at OSAIC Wealth with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at Royal Alliance Associates and John Hancock/Signator. Diffily is also involved in family protection and succession planning through his role at Granite Bridge Wealth Management and serves as a member of the HOA board in his residential community. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory services and uses asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

James Jones is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2014 and also at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2022. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a centralized operational structure supporting a large client base.

James Mellette III is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Merrill since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, Mellette serves as a steward for the High Hills of Santee Historical Society, participating in meeting organization and membership oversight. 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 tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Roger Mulhern is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. He holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools without providing individual security recommendations as part of its standalone planning services.

Ashley Carter is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously held roles at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Northwestern Mutual Investment Management, and Herschel Harvey. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Thomas Rogers is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, working with the Chakeris Group in the Charleston, SC area. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2017. In his role, Thomas focuses on assisting clients with various financial planning needs including education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, retirement income, and socially responsible investing among others. His approach involves understanding each client's individual priorities and concerns to develop tailored investment strategies aimed at achieving their desired retirement lifestyle. Thomas holds a B.S. in Financial Management with a corporate emphasis and a minor in accounting from Clemson University. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) professional and holds Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. He also has designations as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Thomas values building long-term relationships based on trust and transparency, and he is dedicated to educating his clients to help them make informed financial decisions. Born and raised in Charleston, Thomas enjoys being back in the Lowcountry. Outside of work, he spends time with his wife, Tanner, and they enjoy outdoor activities such as boating and golfing. He is passionate about Clemson athletics and is a member of the Clemson Young Alumni Association. Thomas is also involved with the American Red Cross.

Tyler Scott is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Thrivent, and Lucas Concrete Products, as well as employment at Sewanee: The University of the South and South Mecklenburg High School. 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, and institutional investors.

Jyh Yee Lan is a Wealth Management Advisor with over four decades of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management since 1982, providing personalized financial advice that addresses a broad range of client needs and objectives. Jyh focuses on helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complexities of the financial marketplace to achieve both their financial and life goals. Her expertise includes education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, retirement planning, small business strategies, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Jyh holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from The Ohio State University. She maintains professional designations that include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). These credentials support her ability to develop and refine strategies that evolve with changing market conditions. Jyh is also active in community organizations such as The Ohio State University Foundation, Wing’s Charitable Foundation, and The American Revolutionary War Museum. Outside of her professional work, Jyh enjoys biking, cooking, golfing, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Kirk Baser is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and related entities since 2015 and previously at Summit Financial Group Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Dead Solid Golf Marketing, a golf marketing business he has operated since 1998. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients nationwide. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and consulting services, combining affiliated and third-party managers across discretionary and non-discretionary program structures.

John Atkinson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cuna Mutual Group, Executive Benefits Group, Inc., KESTRA Investment Services, LLC, and Charon Planning. He is also involved in managing business entities for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with investment strategies delivered through a large network of advisors using a range of discretionary and non-discretionary approaches.

Elizabeth Couturier is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Mount Pleasant, SC, bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2004. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a volunteer committee member on the Charleston County School District's Health Advisory Committee, assisting with curriculum materials for comprehensive health education. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal and third-party investment teams. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Felton II is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise in Charleston, SC. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2025, he spent 11 years at Bank of America and Merrill. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized retirement income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing annual advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients approaching or in retirement.

Steven Potter is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Mount Pleasant, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2021, he worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2011 to 2021. His other business activities include fiduciary duties as an executor. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, offering written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary advice, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Howard Bridges is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked with various Fidelity entities since 1993. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm’s investment process combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

David Armstrong II is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley in various capacities since 2008, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he was with Merrill from 2004 to 2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery conversations and utilizes firm-approved tools to model financial outcomes.

Leonard Hutchison IV is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

David Rodenberg is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.