Larry Melton Jr. is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience currently practicing at Fidelity in Raleigh, NC. His career includes prior roles at Facet Wealth, Charles Schwab, and TIAA, as well as multiple periods with Fidelity Investments. He works within Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

John Bottega is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Thorough Financial Group LLC, Waddell & Reed, Inc., and various insurance carriers. Bottega has also been involved with the Syracuse University Raleigh Alumni Association. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with support from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Michael Compitello is a Benefits & Planning Consultant within Executive Services at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, progressing through roles including Workplace Planning Consultant I, II, and III. As a Certified Financial Planner, Michael collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial plans aimed at achieving their specific goals and aspirations. He emphasizes empathy, attentive listening, and building trust to create a welcoming environment for his clients. His approach involves strategizing and implementing financial solutions that support clients' definitions of success. Outside of his professional role, Michael has personal interests in cooking and baking, fitness, hiking, pets, soccer, and traveling.

Beatriz Mas is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Miami, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS since 2013 and has also been affiliated with Santander Securities and Banco Santander Central Hispano International since 2002. Outside of her advisory role, she is a representative for Amway. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans and portfolio management.

Quintin Ellis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021. Prior to joining the financial industry, he spent six years with the Frisco RoughRiders. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

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.

Jeffrey Mc Claugherty is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Apex, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages Serving To Multiply, Inc., an advisory-related business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations that incorporate tax-smart strategies and asset management through a centralized consulting team.

Jacob Haas is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Haas is the owner of two inactive business entities that are not actively conducting business. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions supported by a nationwide adviser force.

Justin Clayton is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Cary, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones, he worked at Ferguson Enterprises for 17 years and operated his own insurance agency. He is a founder of the Exit Planning Institute's Raleigh/Durham Chapter and co-founded a regional business referral networking group. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and supports its clients through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Jeremiah Knox is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Thorough Financial Group LLC and Waddell & Reed, INC. Outside of his advisory work, he has operated a DBA related to his LPL business. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, providing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

James Bowdish is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. 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 through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products.

Karena Bagwell is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 31 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 1994. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Sarah Hancock is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at BDO Wealth Advisors, LLC, and BDO USA, LLP. Outside of her advisory role, she was involved with the Restoration Church of the Nazarene for one year. 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 individual, institutional, and municipal clients, offering tailored financial planning and consulting services primarily through non-discretionary relationships.

Tyler Colmore is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at East Carolina University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a broad network of financial advisors and branch offices, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and affiliated financial services.

Mark Kronenfeld is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. 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 grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

John Keiper is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. His work history includes roles with Mariner Independent Advisor Network and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC. Outside of advising, he provides administrative support to Mariner Independent Advisor Network, LLC, an independent investment advisory firm. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a network of investment adviser representatives, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting.

Jonathan Bandy is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Apex, NC, with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to his financial services roles, he was employed by the N.C. Governor's Highway Safety Program from 2015 to 2018. Outside of advising, he is involved as a Chapter Consultant for Triangle BNI, a local business networking group. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including various types of households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated financial services across a nationwide network of advisors and branches.

John Adams II is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Cetera. He has held roles at Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013 and operates John Adams, LLC, focusing on personal tax strategy. Outside of his advisory work, he volunteers as a budget counselor for Hope Community Church and coaches youth basketball with Carolina Legend. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager investment platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party money managers.

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.

Christopher Fletcher is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at Financial Resources Group, Fidelity Bank, and Wells Fargo. Additionally, he serves as a public notary in Apex, North Carolina. 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 of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and various investment strategies.