Toya Pollard is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining Principal Financial Services and Principal Life Insurance Company. Pollard also holds a position as Assistant Vice President for Advice, Education & Sales at Principal Bank, focusing on the sales of bank deposit products. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both nondiscretionary recommendations and a discretionary investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm leverages proprietary models and third-party methodologies within the Principal Financial Group family, supporting integrated access to affiliated products and services.

Christian Cancello is a financial advisor with 49 Financial in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been in the industry since 2023, including experience at Resurgent Capital Services and Indaco Greenville. Prior to advisory roles, his background includes work at the University of South Carolina and various other positions. 49 Financial serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans, offering financial planning, investment management, and tiered fractional family office services. The firm employs a disciplined, long-term, diversified asset allocation strategy based on Modern Portfolio Theory and leverages proprietary and platform model portfolios with oversight of sub-advisers and model providers.

Joseph Leary is a financial advisor at Ascentis Independent Advisors, LLC in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at U.S. Bancorp Investments, Citizens Bank N.A., and several other financial firms. Ascentis Independent Advisors serves individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and businesses, offering tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services. The firm employs a combination of asset allocation, fundamental and technical analysis, and utilizes third-party managers and alternative investments through its Private Direct Investments program.

Jack Bush is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, and has one year of industry experience. His background includes roles at Principal Bank, Principal Life Insurance Company, and Principal Securities, Inc. He also has experience in tutoring and various customer service positions prior to joining the financial sector. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary investment management program. The firm leverages a combination of third-party tools, proprietary models, and integration with affiliated Principal Financial Group entities to deliver its services.

Michael Reilly is a financial advisor at MissionSquare Retirement with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and previously worked at GWFS Equities, Inc., MML Distributors, LLC, and MassMutual Financial Group. He is also engaged as MVP, Field Sales with MissionSquare Retirement. MissionSquare Retirement serves state and local government employers, their employees, and certain nonprofits by administering deferred compensation and qualified retirement plans. The firm offers plan administration, recordkeeping, education, and Guided Pathways Advisory Services, with investment advice developed by Morningstar Investment Management and a multi-team advisory structure supporting over 40,000 participants.

Devin Young is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and currently in their first year in the industry. Prior to joining Principal, Young held positions at Goldman Sachs and several other companies across diverse industries. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both nondiscretionary recommendations and a discretionary wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates proprietary and third-party methodologies and operates within the Principal Financial Group family, enabling access to a range of affiliated products and services.

Caden Minnich is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and began his industry career in 2026. Prior to his current role, Minnich has held positions at Principal Bank, Principal Securities, Inc., and Principal Life Insurance Company. Outside of financial services, he has experience working at Elon University and other organizations in various roles. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services mainly to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both nondiscretionary recommendations and a discretionary wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates proprietary and third-party tools within the Principal Financial Group family, serving clients with a blend of algorithmic model portfolios, governance oversight, and affiliated product access.

Ryan Whitley is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience, currently practicing with RFG Advisory, LLC. He has worked with firms including Waddell & Reed Inc. and Navipath Financial, where he is also involved as an owner and financial advisor. RFG Advisory is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 178 advisors managing around $8 billion for over 17,000 clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and a range of investment strategies, serving individuals, institutions, and retirement plans with both active and passive approaches.

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.

William Petty is a financial advisor at ON Investment Management Company with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Paychex Inc. from 2015 to 2021. In addition to his advisory work, he assists Golden Mack & Associates by enrolling and educating participants in retirement plans. ON Investment Management Company is a registered investment adviser that provides financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement-plan advisory services to individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, businesses, and ERISA plan sponsors. The firm offers a range of services including comprehensive and modular financial plans and access to third-party investment programs, maintaining a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary asset management.

Brooke Humphrey is a financial advisor at Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Her prior work includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and positions outside finance such as at Doordash and Pure Haven Essentials. Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC is an SEC-registered firm providing wealth management, investment management, and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm employs a primarily long-term, portfolio-driven investment approach using ETFs, mutual funds, and selected individual securities, serving over 13,000 clients across multiple offices.

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

John Walker is a financial advisor at Stephens in Charlotte, NC, with 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Stephens since 2003 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an Innovative Club Advocate for Rotary District 7680, supporting the growth of new Rotary clubs in North Carolina. Stephens provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, pension plans, foundations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored portfolio programs with committee-based oversight and combines advisory services with broker-dealer and investment banking activities.

Katherine Grzeszczak is a financial advisor at Stephens in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her industry experience in 2026. Prior to joining Stephens, she worked at Barings and held various roles in healthcare, hospitality, and athletics. Stephens provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, pension plans, foundations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored portfolio programs with committee-based oversight and combines advisory services with broker-dealer and investment banking activities.

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.

Landon Pate is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Principal since 2026. Prior to joining Principal, his background includes roles in education and small business operations. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients. The firm combines third-party methodologies with proprietary models and is part of the Principal Financial Group family, offering integrated access to affiliated bank products and investment management services.

David Stortz is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC. He has been with Principal Advised Services and affiliated entities, including Principal Bank and Principal Life Insurance Company, since 2026. Prior to joining Principal, Mr. Stortz has experience in various roles across multiple industries, including marketing and community-focused organizations. 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 called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates third-party and proprietary models and benefits from its affiliation with Principal Financial Group and related entities.

Judy Poole is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing eight years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Lincoln Investment and Robinson & Associates. She is also a 50% owner and officer of Poole Financial Services Inc., involved in life insurance and annuities, and serves as CFO of Medlin Ventures LLC, overseeing financial management for family real estate. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management supported by an in-house Investment Management & Research team, utilizing proprietary screening processes and a range of portfolio options.

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 at Cary Street Partners with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has been with Cary Street Partners since 2015. Cary Street Partners serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment and financial planning services, utilizing proprietary strategies, third-party managers, and AI tools to support portfolio management.