Francis Godbold is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and over 56 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates for 54 years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the investment committee of the First Presbyterian Church and is the founder and CEO of the Godbold Foundation, where he manages the foundation’s investment portfolio and oversees charitable distributions. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers tailored financial planning and consulting services with a variety of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and model managers.

Cynthia Watson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, Cynthia is an authorized seller of Pura Vida jewelry, conducting sales primarily online during non-business hours. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and proprietary investment estimates in its financial planning process.

Adam Wides is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2013 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Sasa Prcic is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citi Private Bank and USAA Financial Services. 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, and municipalities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services with a range of portfolio management styles.

Kimberly Schiavo is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 40 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Investacorp, Inc. for 25 years, followed by Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc. for four years before joining OSAIC in 2024. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in life and health insurance sales, including Medicare insurance. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk tolerance, and portfolio construction using various investment vehicles and third-party platforms.

Evan Eastman is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 15 years of industry experience, having devoted his career to serving business owners, executives, and high net worth families. Before joining Merrill Lynch, Evan traveled the country for over four years hosting financial strategy seminars and retirement planning sessions for corporate executives and their employees. In his current role, he equips businesses and families with the resources, knowledge, and tools needed to make informed financial decisions. Evan holds multiple professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida and completed an accredited certificate program at the Yale School of Management. Evan and his team focus on portfolio management, wealth transfer, retirement and estate planning, as well as personal banking services through their affiliation with Bank of America. Outside of his professional work, Evan participates in various community organizations such as the American Heart Association, Habitat for Humanity, Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, and the Salvation Army. His personal interests include boating, cooking, dancing, music, reading, singing, spending time with his family, swimming, traveling, and watching movies. He is also involved in multiple civic and professional groups including the Kiwanis Club of Largo/Mid-Pinellas and Rotary Club of Clearwater.

Forrest Barr is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Largo, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2020, he held roles at multiple firms including U S Employees Benefits Service Group, Retirement Planning Associates, and Bencor. He also serves as a servicing agent for a prior insurance policy outside of his advisory work. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad array of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Carter Hansen is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2019. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative, Premium Relationship Associate, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Services Representative at Wells Fargo Investments from 2008 to 2009 and at Etrade Securities from 2006 to 2008. Throughout his career, Carter has focused on assisting clients in creating financial plans based on their individual needs and goals, utilizing solid financial practices and resources. He emphasizes open and honest communication and aims to build trust with clients at every step. His experience spans financial consulting, investment advising, and relationship management within the financial services industry.

Shari Lynne is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2015. Merrill, together 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.

Dayna Olmsted is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. 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, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.

Brandon Cooke is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2014 and a prior position at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. from 2018 to 2020. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions supported by diverse portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.

Brandon Cordiano is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Morgan Stanley and H.T. Hackney. 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 broad range of clients including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Caroline Kearney is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2012. 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 services.

Murphy Bradshaw is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, Bradshaw is a licensed real estate agent managing residential property transactions for himself and close contacts. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services with a range of portfolio management options and municipal advisory capabilities.

Jeffrey Kitchen is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Guntrack Aviation LLC, which owns an airplane and trains student pilots for military aviation. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm provides a range of advisory programs including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and tax-efficient services, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Nico Koop is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James & Associates and Pershing LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates businesses in trading and sports/fitness sectors under KOOP ENTERPRISES LLC and STAY STRONG UNITED LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and investment management services through a network of independent professionals, employing a range of investment strategies and platform arrangements tailored to client objectives.

Timothy Hernandez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Emory Healthcare and the Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in managing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Brett Harner is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Achieva Credit Union, LPL Financial, The Golden 1 Credit Union, and Cuso Financial Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of investment and advisory services, including portfolio management and financial planning, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Stefano Aleppo is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2016, including roles at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, delivering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting on a non-discretionary basis. The firm combines quantitative modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

James Forsman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutions with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs tools like the Global Investment Committee’s Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations as part of its comprehensive planning process.