Katie Mcpartland is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She has been associated with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2012 and previously worked with WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of a pressure washing business based in Bradenton, Florida. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial products including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Corey Sherk is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2007. He is based in Bradenton, FL. Outside of his advisory role, he manages residential rental properties locally. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors. The firm offers a range of investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Justin Daley is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and Avantax Advisory Services. He has been involved with the Boy Scouts since 2018. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering various portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Robert Knick is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab who holds a Series 66 designation and has five years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Edward Jones and Alpine Group Northwest prior to joining Charles Schwab. Outside of finance, he was involved with Big Js Outdoor Store for seven years. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with discretionary separately managed accounts and provides integrated brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Matthew Nastasi is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Sarasota, FL. His prior roles include work at Charles Schwab Bank, Sailfish Marketing, and Divine Wealth Strategies. Outside of finance, he has experience in various other industries such as marketing and hospitality. 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 services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by comprehensive research and centralized operational support.

Evan Guido is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Robert Baird & Co. and has been involved with Avantax entities and Aksala Wealth Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a volunteer board member for Palmetto Charter School. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures.

Marc Miller II is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with various Raymond James entities since 2013. He also operates M&M Wealth Advisors as an independent contractor. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical tools, supports municipal and public finance work, and recently introduced a SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory program.

Larry Woodruff Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he assists his daughter with producing and selling homemade jerky and hot sauce as a fundraiser to support youth sports equipment for national championships. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services tailored to clients approaching or in retirement, focusing on those with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Kimberly Heffernan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Lakewood Ranch, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She previously worked at JP Morgan Securities LLC for nine years and was involved with Roll Tide Properties, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and diversified investment strategies.

Michael Galliano is a Financial Consultant currently with Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving the Sarasota branch since 2013. He brings a total of 19 years of financial advisory experience, having previously worked as a Financial Advisor at MetLife Securities from 2009 to 2013 and at Merrill Lynch from 2007 to 2009. Michael’s professional focus is on assisting families and business owners in building financial freedom by leveraging his skills and knowledge to help clients work towards their established financial goals. He aims to be a lifetime resource for each client he serves. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional commitments, Michael engages in personal interests such as boating, cooking and baking, family activities, skiing, tennis, and traveling.

Emma Lee Holmes is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Before joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at Galati Yacht Sales from 2021 to 2023 and Bellabrava from 2020 to 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured processes and advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Aaron Vaughn is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he held roles at Trinity Wealth Securities, LLC, and Florida Financial Advisors. Vaughn previously worked for eight years at the Polk County Sheriff's Office. 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 and consulting with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research support.

Justin Salom is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2026. In this role, he works closely with clients to develop tailored financial plans that align with their individual needs. Prior to this, he held the position of Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2026. Justin's professional background includes experience as an Assistant Vice President - Private Client Banker at JPMorgan Chase from 2023 to 2024, and as an Investment Specialist at Merrill Lynch from 2022 to 2023. Throughout his career, he has focused on fostering long-term client relationships and maintaining open communication channels to continuously improve financial plans over time.

Timothy Parker is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 19 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities, Merrill, and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory role, he is a sole proprietor of Parker Media Group LLC, focusing on content creation, and serves on the corporate board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Sun Coast. Fidelity, through its Strategic Advisers LLC division, provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base including retail and institutional investors, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment process that combines proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Nate Bennett is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on delivering a high-quality planning experience. He works closely with clients to understand their goals, evaluate options, and create clear, actionable strategies. Through personalized guidance, Fidelity's resources, and consistent communication, he helps clients make confident financial decisions and build long-term trust. Nate has held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant (2025-2026), Relationship Manager (2024-2025), Client Services Help Desk Tier 1 (2023-2024), High Net Worth Associate (2022-2023), and Customer Relationship Advocate (2021-2022). Prior to joining Fidelity, he was an Intern at Ryan Insurance Strategy Consultants from 2020 to 2021. Outside of his professional career, Nate enjoys attending concerts, fitness activities, football, social events with friends, music, and parenthood.

Heather Forte is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2001 to 2024. Heather is also a public notary. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Ellen Cycotte is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ryan Bloom is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has held several roles within Fidelity, including Planning Consultant, Fixed Income Specialist, and Investment Solutions Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Professional at Equitable Advisors. Throughout his career, Ryan has developed expertise in financial planning and investment solutions. He focuses on understanding and prioritizing his clients' goals to co-create financial roadmaps that align with their objectives. Outside of his professional work, Ryan has personal interests that include spending time at the beach, enjoying food, watching football, playing golf, and caring for pets.

David Wills is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of the Viridian Condominium HOA and is a director of the TCMC Foundation, a nonprofit organization he helped found. 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, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Charles Polis is a Senior Consultant with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 1998 and is a partner in the Polis Jerome Group. Mr. Polis holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from the University of South Florida and a Master of Business Administration degree from Webster University. He has earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ and has completed certification programs in Investment Strategist, Endowments and Foundations, and Alternative Investments at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, he holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation. Outside of his professional role, Charles Polis enjoys fishing, running, and spending time with his family.