John Pence is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 31 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2025, he spent 22 years with The Strategic Financial Alliance, Inc. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis with algorithmic automation overseen by specialized committees to generate tailored retirement income recommendations.

Daryl Ullmer is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Acworth, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2017, he worked for State Farm in management and insurance roles for 14 years. He established a corporation related to insurance during his time at State Farm, although he did not pursue the agency further. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Christian Bratton is a CFP® certificant with six years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at OSAIC since 2023. Prior to joining OSAIC, he held roles at FSC Securities / The Legacy One Group and worked at Wellstar Cobb Hospital for seven years. Outside of advising, Bratton is involved as an insurance agent licensed to sell life, disability, and health insurance, and he holds supervisory responsibilities through Singletrack Financial LLC. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform that emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by a range of investment programs and third-party manager options.

Clark Turner III is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE Capital Management, and SunTrust Investment Services. Turner is also involved as an agent team member with insurance agencies affiliated with State Farm. 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 and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, with an emphasis on systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation.

Carla Kesterson is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience in the financial industry. She is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has held positions at Cambridge Investment Research, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Morgan Stanley DW Inc. Additionally, she operates as an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals.

Sandra Acosta Kaasbell is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her prior work history includes positions at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties and FlightSafety International. Outside of her advisory role, she is an active real estate agent with VPR Virtual Properties Realty. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutional and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various programs and provides municipal advisory services alongside market-making and execution roles in municipal and government bonds.

Tien Sun is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Atlanta and serving clients nationwide. He holds a bachelor's degree in finance and international management from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), he specializes in helping high-income professionals, entrepreneurs, and emerging wealth builders translate financial success into intentional, lasting wealth. With a decade of industry experience, Tien's approach combines investment strategy, tax-aware planning, and legacy considerations. He guides clients through pivotal moments such as business exits, liquidity events, and divorce, working closely with their CPAs and attorneys to ensure alignment and strategic clarity. His client focus includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, women and wealth, and retirement income. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Tien is involved in community organizations including the Asian Leadership Network at Bank of America, the National Association of Chinese Americans, and the National Association of Women Business Owners. He enjoys spending time with his three children and participates in activities such as drawing, hiking, music, reading, rock climbing, traveling, watching movies, and yoga.

Deborah Flugstad is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2007. She holds a Series 66 license and operates out of Kennesaw, GA. Outside of her advisory role, she is president of Verden Haus, LLC, a vacation rental business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Richard Lebel Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Marietta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 45 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cetera Advisor Networks, VOYA Financial Advisors, Magellan Planning Group, and First Citizens Investor Services. In addition to his advisory work, he has been involved as an independent agent in non-variable insurance since 2006. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, leveraging both proprietary and third-party strategies across various investment approaches.

Frederick Saavedra is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Edward Jones, Cornerstone Wealth Management, and Truist Investment Services. Saavedra also operates Fred Saavedra LLC, a non-investment-related business entity. 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 with access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Michael Terry is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Marietta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and having 32 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Raymond James Financial and its related entities since 2002 and is also involved with Terry Investment Group, Inc., a support company he owns. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical and risk profiling tools and supports municipal and public finance work through an affiliated municipal advisor.

Grace Harris is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., JP Morgan Securities, LLC, and Bank of America, N.A. Her career at Merrill spans two periods, from 2013 to 2018 and from 2022 to the present. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jackson Heinlen is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with one year of industry experience. He is currently with Edward Jones and has prior experience at Equitable Advisors. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Rod Bazarsky is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Tradebe Environmental Services from 2010 to 2018. 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 financial advisors and branch offices, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

David Cauble IV is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Atlanta, GA, holding the Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked with Ferst Readers and Kennesaw State, and he has been involved with Stadia Church Planting. Cauble serves in several nonprofit roles, including as a board member and trustee for multiple foundations and colleges, providing strategic planning and governance support. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm combines client planning with managed-account options under a consolidated billing approach while maintaining separate service components.

Kathryn Montcalm is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Ridley International Inc. and ongoing work with PFS Investments Inc. She is also involved with Post Oak Baptist Church. In addition to advisory services, she receives compensation for referrals related to home security, automation products, and loan services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure while delegating trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Kenneth Whitley is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Atlanta, GA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2004. Outside of advising, he is an owner of WVP Ventures LLC, an entity involved in leasing office space to his firm. 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 municipal advisory services.

Samuel Vogelbacher is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previous work experience with firms including Fidelity Investments and Wells Fargo. Vogelbacher also maintains outside employment with Uber. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

David Nunez is a financial advisor with Merrill in Marietta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2021 and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2026. His background includes roles in both academic and staffing organizations. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Stephen Albritton is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Securities America Advisors, PNC Wealth Management, and TIAA-CREF. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, managing over $256 billion in assets through a network of more than 10,000 advisors.