Toya Pollard is an investment adviser representative at Principal Advised Services with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as Assistant Vice President for Advice, Education, and Sales at Principal Bank. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary wrap-fee investment management program. The firm combines third-party and proprietary methodologies and operates within the Principal Financial Group family, leveraging affiliated entities to offer a range of financial products and services.

Christian Cancello is a financial advisor with 49 Financial in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 65 designation and has one year of experience in the financial industry. Prior to joining 49 Financial, he held positions at Resurgent Capital Services and Indaco Greenville. 49 Financial serves a diverse client base including retail and high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans, providing financial planning, retirement-plan consulting, and investment management. The firm emphasizes a disciplined, long-term diversified asset allocation approach and offers tiered fractional family office services.

Joseph Leary is a financial advisor at Ascentis Independent Advisors, LLC in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and 66 licenses with 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at ORG Partners, Defender Capital, Silver Oak Securities, JMP Securities, Citizens Capital Markets, Citizens Bank, and U.S. Bancorp Investments. Ascentis Independent Advisors serves individuals, trusts, estates, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities by providing asset management, comprehensive portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach includes discretionary management, third-party managers, and a Private Direct Investments program, offering tailored advice across a range of asset classes with ongoing portfolio monitoring and rebalancing.

Cheryl Thompson is a financial advisor at Ally Invest Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Ally Invest Advisors since 2020, following roles at Ally Invest Securities LLC and Fifth Third Securities. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as the treasurer and a board member for the local Carolina chapter of the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS). Ally Invest Advisors provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through web-based and virtual platforms, offering ETF-based Robo Portfolios and personalized financial advice. The firm employs model portfolios based on Modern Portfolio Theory across five risk tiers and incorporates features such as tax-sensitive allocations and tax-loss harvesting.

Michael Reilly is a financial advisor at MissionSquare Retirement with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at GWFS Equities, Inc., MML Distributors, LLC, and MassMutual Financial Group. MissionSquare Retirement serves state and local government employers, their employees, and certain nonprofit entities by administering deferred compensation and qualified retirement plans. The firm offers plan administration, recordkeeping, education, and advisory services, including discretionary Managed Accounts and nondiscretionary Fund Advice, supported by Morningstar Investment Management’s model portfolios and investment expertise.

Devin Young is a financial advisor at Principal Advised Services with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Young has diverse work experience across multiple industries, including retail and management positions. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients. The firm combines third-party methodologies and proprietary models to deliver both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions, supported by integration within the Principal Financial Group family.

Ryan Whitley is a CFP® professional with 18 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with RFG Advisory, LLC and has prior experience at Waddell & Reed Inc. and Signator Investors, Inc. Whitley is also involved in managing rental property investments. RFG Advisory serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to alternative investments, leveraging model strategies, third-party platforms, and acting as sub-adviser to multiple ETFs.

Russell Martin is a financial advisor with Ally Invest Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and Truist Advisory Services. Ally Invest Advisors provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through largely web-based and virtual solutions, offering ETF-based Robo Portfolios and personalized advice delivered via a third-party asset management platform.

Oliver Gooden is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license with 19 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with CG Advisory Services and has previously worked at Geneos Wealth Management, Wealth Advisory Group, and Steben & Company Inc. Gooden also works as a registered assistant for the Wealth Advisory Group. CG Advisory Services is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management through proprietary and customized models, along with financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and fiduciary advice, using a combination of fundamental and technical research and AI tools to support investment decisions.

Ken Adams is a financial advisor with Advisory Services Network who holds the PFS™ and Series 63 designations and has 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cetera Wealth Services and Simplicity Investments, and he also operates an accounting and tax services business as a CPA. In addition to his advisory work, he is a licensed independent insurance agent providing life, accident, and health insurance. Advisory Services Network supports independent investment adviser representatives serving individuals, families, corporations, and retirement plans with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm offers flexible engagement options and employs strategies based on client objectives and risk tolerances, utilizing various securities and third-party managers.

Brendan Grady is a Series 65 licensed advisor at Gibbs Wealth Management, LLC with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at multiple firms, including FormulaFolios, Gradient Investments, Clarity Financial Group, and Questar Asset Management. Outside of his advisory role, he is also an insurance agent and holds seminars on fixed insurance products through his business, Grady Group, Inc. Gibbs Wealth Management provides discretionary investment advisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients through an advisor-directed Model Management program that utilizes third-party platforms and strategists. The firm focuses on selecting and monitoring model portfolios based on clients’ financial situations, goals, and risk tolerance rather than constructing proprietary portfolios.

John Walker is a financial advisor at Stephens with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 43 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stephens since 2003 and spent 11 years at Merrill prior to that. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an Innovative Club Advocate for Rotary District 7680, supporting new club development and participating on several committees. Stephens is a multi-team investment adviser with approximately 243 advisors and $18 billion in assets under management. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, foundations, corporations, and other institutional clients, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and investment banking services supported by in-depth equity research and committee-driven portfolio management.

Katherine Grzeszczak is a financial advisor at Stephens in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. She joined Stephens in 2026 and has prior experience with Barings and AdventHealth among other employers. Stephens is a multi-team investment adviser with approximately 243 advisors and $18 billion in assets under management, serving individuals, retirement plans, foundations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, combining bottom-up equity research with committee-driven asset allocation and also provides municipal advisory services and investment banking.

Joshua Kight is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Principal Advised Services since 2022 and has held roles at Principal Financial Services and Principal Life Insurance Company since 2016 and 2012, respectively. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients through nondiscretionary recommendations and a discretionary, wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates third-party and proprietary models, serving clients within the Principal Financial Group family and other retail clients.

Connor Snook is a financial advisor at Ally Invest Advisors with 10 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes a one-year tenure at Merrill and multiple roles within Ally Invest Advisors and Ally Invest Securities since 2019. Outside of advising, he works as a Senior Analyst in AML Quality Control for Ally Financial, supporting investigations related to financial crimes and compliance. Ally Invest Advisors provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through web-based and virtual solutions. The firm offers ETF-based robo portfolios and personal advice services, implementing model portfolios grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory across multiple risk tiers.

Jamal Jordan is a financial advisor with Ally Invest Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 19 years of industry experience, including eight years at Equitable Advisors, LLC and six years at Axa Advisors LLC. In addition to his advisory role, he manages digital product development for Ally Invest’s self-directed investment platform, focusing on product discovery and execution. Ally Invest Advisors serves a broad retail client base, offering discretionary portfolio management through automated services and advisor-led guidance. The firm utilizes ETF-based portfolios grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory, with automated allocation and rebalancing across multiple risk tiers and strategy variants, supporting both individual and high-net-worth clients.

Jeffrey Harris is a financial advisor with Ally Invest Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Ally Invest Advisors since 2021 and prior experience at Ally Invest Securities LLC and LPL Financial LLC. Outside of investment advising, he leads the Mortgage and Credit Card Executive Customer Relations teams at Ally Bank. Ally Invest Advisors serves a broad retail client base with discretionary portfolio management through automated and advisor-led services. The firm constructs ETF-based portfolios using Modern Portfolio Theory across multiple risk tiers and integrates digital processes to manage tens of thousands of client accounts efficiently.

Ryan Asher is a financial advisor at Prosperity Capital Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 credential with four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Sovereign Financial Group, CG Advisor Network, Curran Financial Partners, and Mass Mutual. Prosperity Capital Advisors provides financial planning, consulting, and discretionary investment management to individual investors, corporate clients, charitable organizations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs a model-driven, multi-sleeved investment approach using core risk-based portfolios and specialized strategies, and it offers a range of intermediary services including TAMP, sub-advisory, and Fund Strategist roles.

William Allen II is a financial advisor with Cary Street Partners in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Ancora Wealth Management before joining Cary Street Partners in 2015. Cary Street Partners offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses a broad investment menu and proprietary strategies, serving a diverse client base that notably includes state and municipal government entities and insurance company clients.

Mandisa Landry is a financial advisor at Belpointe Asset Management LLC with 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Purpose Comprehensive Wealth Management and Wells Fargo. Outside of advising, she is an insurance agent, selling various insurance products. Belpointe Asset Management is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, trusts, and other advisers. The firm manages approximately $7.6 billion in client assets and offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning using a combination of passive, active, tactical, and blended strategies.