Douglas Williams Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones for four years. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Springboard Promotions as an independent contractor, selling promotional products to individuals and businesses. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting based on client goals, using analytical tools and risk profiling.

Erick Ellsweig is a Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill, where he also holds the Sports and Entertainment Advisor designation. He has over two decades of experience working with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, including clients from the entertainment and technology industries, entrepreneurs, business owners, and senior executives. Erick and his team provide holistic wealth management services, focusing on areas such as family wealth management strategies, sports and entertainment, and retirement income. Erick grew up involved in a multi-generational family business, an experience that informs his approach to advising clients through significant financial decision points and wealth planning. He has earned recognition from Barron's, Forbes, and the Financial Times for his work in the industry. Erick holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Northwestern University, where he remains active in volunteer leadership, and a law degree from Brooklyn Law School. He also holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. In addition to his professional work, Erick serves as co-chair of the National Alumni Admissions Council and Director for South Florida at Northwestern University. He is involved with Northwestern University, Chabad, and Sigma Chi - Omega Chapter. Erick resides in Palm Beach County with his wife and three children and enjoys music, traveling, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Trent Reisberger is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving clients, primarily in the Greensboro area, since 2012 while stationed at the Friendly Center Bank of America. Trent earned a bachelor's degree from Marietta College in Ohio in 2003. Prior to his career in financial advising, he operated his own business for ten years. He obtained the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation in 2016 from The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional work, Trent spends considerable time with his wife and three daughters, often traveling as his daughters participate in competitive athletics.

Walter Lambeth is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Prudential Equity Group, LLC in 2003. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm offers investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and both brokerage and advisory solutions, managing approximately $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 advisors nationwide.

Angela Eddins is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has 31 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at LPL Financial, BNC Bank, and Pinnacle Bank/Pinnacle Financial Partners. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as an Associate and Operations Manager at Pinnacle Asset Management and as a Registered Principal at Anchor Wealth Advisors. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm employs analytical tools and risk profiling to deliver non-discretionary consulting tailored to client goals and maintains specialized advisory programs such as municipal and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory Services.

Torrell Ackles is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Closet Factory, Overhead Door Co, and the United States Postal Service. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a range of clients including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jeffrey Barker is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses, and has 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Osaic since 2024 and previously held roles at Securities America Advisors and Questar Capital Corporation, as well as operating Barker Financial Services since 1993. Outside of financial advising, he owns a photography business and is involved in selling sports memorabilia. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, providing a range of investment and retirement solutions supported by a complex network of affiliates and proprietary strategies.

Richard Sexton Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in High Point, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James and its affiliated entities since 2002 and serves as president of Sexton Companies Inc., where he oversees tax preparation and bookkeeping services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Alana Ibironke is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, she worked at Cetera Wealth and Tapfin/EY, among other firms. Outside of her advisory role, she is the owner of 605 Rental LLC, a real estate business. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, along with affiliated trust and insurance services.

Mark Witte is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he provides wealth planning and investment management services to families and high net worth individuals. He focuses on goals-based wealth management, including wealth accumulation, preservation, and generational wealth transfer. Mark specializes in areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, and retirement income. Mark has been serving the financial industry since 1998 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in Finance from Clarion University of Pennsylvania in 1997. Outside of his professional role, Mark is an active member of the Crescent Rotary Club of Greensboro and serves on the Board of Directors of Junior Achievement of the Triad. He enjoys biking, cooking, golfing, running marathons, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Christopher Barbee is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Stifel since 2017. Prior to joining Stifel, he worked at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. from 2014 to 2017. He serves on the Greensboro Financial Services Advisory Council as a board member. Stifel provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm’s investment approach incorporates proprietary methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group, offering analysis and guidance intended to support client decision-making.

Anna Knight is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, she spent a total of nine years affiliated with Emory University in various capacities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Caleb Barker is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Rech Global. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alejandra Rico Rivera is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She previously worked for seven years at Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance before joining Merrill. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Christopher Holbrook is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in High Point, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he manages and owns commercial rental properties in the High Point area. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Tracie Lucas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 12 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Truist Investment Services and BB&T Securities. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a notary public and works as an outside employee for Kersey Valley, Inc. 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 services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies, supported by advanced advisor tools and a broad platform that includes insurance and banking partnerships.

Chad Barber is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Edward Jones, and Blue Ridge Bank. He also serves as a trustee for the James Barber II Revocable Trust. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions through a large network of advisors utilizing various model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Tracy Collins is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. located in High Point, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, Collins worked at several firms including BB&T and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of advisory roles, Collins is involved with Pinnacle Asset Management in a licensed bank advisor capacity and supports clients through Pinnacle Financial Partners/Pinnacle Bank by integrating financial planning with banking strategies. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools to align with client goals and supports municipal and public finance services through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Craig Forys is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greensboro, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked in the education sector for Guilford County Schools and Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools. He is also a licensed disability insurance agent. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and institutional platforms.

Austin Jensen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Advanced Space Systems, and REI Drilling. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and develops model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.