Samuel Starling III is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Citigroup Global Markets. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

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®-certified financial advisor with over 31 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial, where he has worked since 2019. His prior experience includes roles at Kestra Financial Services, First Allied Advisory Services, and Covenant Financial Solutions. Russell is the author of a published book titled *Unleashing the Gift of Giving: A Ministry's Guide to Building and Leaving a Legacy*. 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 broad range of advisory services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive research and technology tools.

Joel Lacsina is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His work history includes positions at Brightway Insurance, BCA Financial Services, Inc., and Publix. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery, with notable activities including registration as a commodity pool operator and advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies.

James Kirkpatrick III is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and co-heads KM & Associates, a twelve-person professional wealth management team. He works with high net worth families, corporate executives, and business owners to develop in-depth wealth management strategies that address their complex financial lives. His team assists clients in identifying and prioritizing financial goals before implementing customized plans to pursue those goals. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from Wake Forest University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). James was born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he remains active in community affairs. He serves on the Local Leadership Board of Search Ministries and has held leadership roles such as past chairman of the War Memorial Commission, past president of the board of trustees of the Greensboro Historical Museum, and past chairman of the Triad Chapter of Golfers Against Cancer. James and his wife, Katharine, have four children. In his personal time, he enjoys playing golf, following Wake Forest athletics, fitness training, and listening to a variety of music.

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.

David Marcus is a financial advisor with Merrill in Greensboro, NC, holding the Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an officer of 3 D Mgmt, a for-profit entity based in Greensboro. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

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.

Brian Peters is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 25 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Lincoln Financial Securities, Wells Fargo Clearing, and BB&T Investment Services. Peters is also involved with RD Marketing Group, a non-variable insurance business based in Greensboro. 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 advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Ethan Gephardt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, having previously worked at First Horizon Bank and held various roles including delivery driver positions and full-time student status. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Maggie Woodlief is the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. In this capacity, she leads a team of investment professionals dedicated to assisting clients and their families in managing and enhancing their complex family wealth systems. Her career at Fidelity Investments spans over a decade, beginning as a Senior Relationship Manager from 2013 to 2020, followed by her role as a Planning Consultant from 2020 to 2025. This experience has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of investment management and financial planning. No additional information regarding her education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement has been provided.

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.

Jeffrey Champigny is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Greensboro, NC, with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Kingsview Partners LLC, Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Outside of finance, he is involved with Burlington Beer Works, a cooperative brewery in Burlington, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Bill Wysor is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Kernersville, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2020 and was previously with Wells Fargo Clearing for five years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a wide range of investment advisory services through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Nathan Aldendail is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2013. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Greensboro, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

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.

Cory Williamson is a Financial Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2021. In this role, he focuses on personalized financial planning to help clients work toward achieving financial freedom and security aligned with their individual purposes. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Cory served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. Throughout his career, Cory has developed expertise in financial consulting and advising, assisting clients in managing their financial goals and strategies. His approach centers on empowering clients through tailored financial plans. Outside of his professional work, Cory has interests in baseball and fitness.

Jerome De Wane is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

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.