James Bowman is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Oak Ridge, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, Bowman serves on the finance committee of Central Baptist Church in Oak Ridge, where he is involved in preparing the annual budget and overseeing financial operations. 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 nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products under a fiduciary standard.

Amir Ghalyoun is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Greensboro, NC. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Thrivent since 2025. Prior to his current role, he spent ten years working with Poblanos/Amigos/Sams. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers goal-based financial planning covering a range of topics but does not include implementation or discretionary portfolio management within these services.

Rusty Russell is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with LPL Financial, bringing 31 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Kestra Financial Services from 2016 to 2019 before joining LPL Financial in 2019. Russell is also the author of "Unleashing the Gift of Giving: A Ministry's Guide to Building and Leaving a Legacy." 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 financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Merrill Stewart is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Clemmons, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he spent 16 years at Cuso Financial Services, LP and has been associated with Allegacy Federal Credit Union since 2003. He serves on the board of the nonprofit BISA and volunteers with the Alzheimer's Association. 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 broad range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Stephen Edwards is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. in Winston-Salem, NC, holding a Series 66 credential with eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird in 2018, he worked at Wake Forest University for five years. He is the founder and president of the Twilight Golf Club. The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, serves individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, separately managed account programs, and custody and brokerage services, utilizing a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies alongside tax management and direct indexing capabilities.

Jason Overby is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is a freelance photographer and fine art print seller, with work that includes sports photography and contributions to local and regional publications. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary, written recommendation reports tailored to clients’ financial goals.

Keary Didier is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2016, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Prior to that, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm employs structured planning processes and utilizes tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and Secular Return Estimates to assist in financial planning.

Wesley Carter is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 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 serves as the Athletic Director and Boys Basketball Coach at Calvary Christian School in King, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets. The firm offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Mickey Smith is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2011. He has operated his own advisory business, Mickey L. Smith, since 2004 and is involved with Stoked Ventures, which he has managed since 1999. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual clients, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

John Setzer is the Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at the Merrill Lynch Winston Salem office. With over 28 years of experience in financial services, he joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2001. John leads his team in advising clients on wealth accumulation, preservation, and transfer by creating customized wealth management strategies that encompass portfolio development, liability management, and asset preservation. John's expertise includes family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, and small business strategies, among other areas. He holds professional designations as an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a graduate of Appalachian State University and also attended the Wake Forest University School of Banking. In addition to his professional work, John is involved in his community through organizations like Habitat for Humanity and Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina. He is a member of the Appalachian State University Alumni and the YMCA of Western North Carolina. John's personal interests include boating, fishing, golfing, hiking, skiing, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Robbie Chandler is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Winston-Salem, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2016. Chandler serves on the advisory board and a subcommittee of the Winston Salem Foundation. 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 individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Mary Godino is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Winston Salem, NC, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing and its predecessor entities since 2009. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Paula Moreland is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and concurrently at CUNA Brokerage Services and Members Credit Union since 2012 and 2010, respectively. 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 representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and third-party research.

Brad Bradford is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Financial Representative, Premium Services Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, and Premium Relationship Associate. In his role, Brad partners with clients to understand their financial goals and develop customized financial plans tailored to their personal, family, and financial needs. He focuses on identifying strategies to improve these plans while maintaining open communication with clients. Outside of his professional work, Brad's personal interests include spending time at the beach and lake, fitness, social events with friends, and traveling.

Mitch Dayley is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he works closely with clients and their families to understand their financial goals and develop customized financial plans. His approach focuses on helping clients grow and protect their wealth, make informed investment decisions, and simplify their financial lives. Mitch has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having worked at Fidelity Investments in various capacities since 2011. His previous roles include Planning Consultant, Investment Management Consultant II, Investment Management Consultant I, and Investment Solutions Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he was a Licensed Investment Banker at Wells Fargo from 2013 to 2014. Outside of his professional work, Mitch has personal interests that include cars, fitness, golf, music, pets, and traveling.

Bill Wysor is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Kernersville, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for five years before joining Edward Jones in 2020. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jeffrey Trollinger is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience and has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2009. He is based in Winston-Salem, NC, and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory services supported by internal research and technology, managing approximately $394 billion in regulatory assets as of December 31, 2025.

Ashley Pritchett is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously spent three years with Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as a representative for Savvi.com, an online clothing business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large nationwide network of advisors and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions under a fiduciary standard.

Warren Lackey Sr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in High Point, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a member of the finance committee at High Point Country Club and holds trustee and managerial roles in various local trusts, family LLCs, and real estate ventures. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad range of individual and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Christine Bland is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 24 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2025 and previously spent significant time at FTB Advisors, Inc. and First Tennessee Brokerage, Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.