Vern Emlin White is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, Townebank, and in non-financial roles including hospitality and education. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory models and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by its integrated operational structure.

Marian Crawford is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with four years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial in Richmond, VA. Her prior roles include positions at OSAIC, Securities America Advisors, and Minnesota Life Insurance Co. Outside of financial advising, she was involved with Free Run Wine Merchants for six years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm provides various advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by research and multiple portfolio options.

Stuart Blankenship is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 46 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation and OSAIC. In addition to his advisory role, he is also an insurance agent offering accident/health insurance, disability insurance, fixed annuities, and traditional life insurance products. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm offers various portfolio management options, proprietary and third-party model strategies, and maintains institutional features such as advisor transition loans and equity participation arrangements.

Gilda Burket is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo from 2014 to 2021 and has been associated with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. and Mainsail Wealth Advisors since 2022. Burket is a Series 66 licensed professional. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports advisory programs and institutional portfolio management.

Samuel Rivera is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management Inc. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2017. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and manages risk using strategies such as tax-loss harvesting and defensive tactics.

Andrew Mc Daniel is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, Andrew worked at Guidehouse and Hess Financial. Outside of finance, he has experience working in the hospitality industry at Chill's Grill and Bar. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs through a delivery model that includes LPL-sponsored programs and endorsed TAMPs.

Artis Garrett is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Glen Allen, VA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mass Mutual Life Insurance Co. and MML Investors Services since 2021, and previously with OneAmerica Securities and American United Life from 2016 to 2021. Outside of finance, Garrett owns Nightskool Entertainment LLC, a music label focused on developing and promoting artists, and he is also the author of a book published in 2023. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved software and event-driven planning programs to deliver tailored recommendations.

Marco Backus is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. Prior to this, he served as an Investment Solutions Representative at Fidelity Investments in 2024 and was a Customer Relationship Advocate at the company from 2022 to 2024. His professional experience at Fidelity Investments encompasses various client-facing roles focused on financial consulting and investment solutions. Raised in Germany, Marco relocated to the United States, bringing a broad range of experiences that enable him to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. He provides straightforward financial guidance aimed at helping clients feel confident about their financial futures. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Marco enjoys cooking and baking, participating in family activities, engaging in fitness and outdoor adventures, as well as reading and traveling.

Bruce Griggs is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Next Financial Group, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved with Pinnacle First Financial Group, LLC, where he sells life insurance. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to construct portfolios tailored to client needs.

William Jorgensen Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for 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 in its approach and delivers services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with financial advisors.

William Cully III is a CFP® professional at OSAIC with 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Royal Alliance for eight years and Bank of America, N.A. for three years. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, providing integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and offers access to multiple investment platforms, including third-party money managers and unified managed accounts.

Michael Palmore is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Richmond, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2009. His outside activities include partial ownership of an investment-related business, Stoever & Palmore LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. Advisors use Wells Fargo research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, offering clients flexibility in implementation through brokerage or advisory programs.

Gary Kelman is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2025, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services from 2013 to 2025. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions and maintains proprietary model strategies alongside access to third-party managers.

Aaron Rowe is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines in Henrico, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2018, following roles at EF Legacy Securities, LLC and Edelman Financial Services LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services across a diversified range of portfolios.

David Winn is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over twenty years of experience in asset and wealth management, specializing in strategic active portfolio management for small businesses, corporate executives, and physicians. His expertise encompasses a broad range of client focus areas, including corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments and non-profits, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Throughout his career, David has developed a holistic and analytical approach to portfolio management. He manages custom investment strategies on a discretionary basis, utilizing Merrill model portfolios and third-party investment options. Known for his integrity, honesty, and accountability, David maintains a limited client roster to ensure quality service. He serves clients from various sectors, including the medical field, pharmaceutical industry, major real estate development, businesses, and non-profits. David holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Financial Management from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is committed to working closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies. Outside of his professional work, David spends time with his twin children and pursues interests such as reading, scuba diving, and traveling. He is also actively involved in volunteering within the communities he serves.

Michael Thaler is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Effective Ministries Inc., which supports ministries in Africa, and owns My Purpose Plan LLC, a business focused on creating inspirational and educational materials. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing multiple investment platforms and both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Brian Gwaltney is a Financial Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2023. He provides financial guidance tailored to individual circumstances, emphasizing ongoing partnership and clear communication to help clients make informed decisions. Prior to his current role, Brian served as a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2019 to 2023 and as a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual from 2018 to 2019. His professional experience spans various aspects of financial advising across these organizations. Outside of his professional work, Brian engages in personal interests including bowling, football, and golf.

John Taylor III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an executor for his mother's estate. 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 IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Ryan Robertson is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation with 14 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones in Richmond, VA since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated mutual funds under a fiduciary standard.

Nicholas Shedd is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, where he has worked for 11 years. He has also been associated with Mainsail Wealth Advisors during this time. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and maintains unique offerings such as municipal advisory services and a SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services program.