Indranath Lahiri is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works directly with clients to understand their financial situations and aspirations, developing personalized wealth management strategies that address their long-term goals. He provides access to Merrill's investment insights along with Bank of America's banking and lending solutions, creating flexible financial plans responsive to changing market conditions. Mr. Lahiri's areas of expertise include college education planning, corporate executive services, family wealth management, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. He holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's degree from Jadavpur University and Master's degrees from both the University of North Carolina System and the University of Texas System. In addition to his professional work, Mr. Lahiri participates in community volunteering in line with Merrill’s tradition of service. His personal interests include badminton, basketball, biking, bowling, camping, drawing and sketching, football, gardening, hiking, and music.

Omid Bonakdar is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He collaborates with individuals and families to understand their goals, values, and concerns in order to co-create financial plans aimed at pursuing their lifelong objectives. Prior to his current role, Omid gained experience at Fidelity Investments as a Workplace Planning Consultant from 2022 to 2024, progressing through multiple levels in that capacity. Before joining Fidelity, he worked at Guidehouse in 2021 as a PPP Loan Analyst and ERAP Manager. Outside of his professional career, Omid has interests that include the beach, cooking and baking, movies, music, snowboarding, and traveling.

Joshua Cummings is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, including fund advisory and management for registered investment companies.

Philip White is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at SunTrust (now Truist Bank) and Homeside Financial. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Stephen Ellis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Chapel Hill, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial, formerly LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER CORP., since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Strategic Financial Group, Inc., which operates as a DBA for his LPL business. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, combining advisory services with a range of non-advisory financial products and technology tools.

Carla Tyner is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 20 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2007 and holds the Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets services and proprietary research.

Jaidyn Ramsey is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and no prior industry experience. Before joining Fidelity, Jaidyn worked at Beautylish, Inc. and held various positions outside the financial industry. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a diverse range of investment products.

Elizabeth Scupin is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James Financial. She previously spent 12 years at Edward Jones and holds leadership roles at her own firm, Scupin Wealth Management, where she engages in financial planning and investment management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized programs in municipal and public finance as well as employer advisory services.

Foster Kyei is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2022. He has held multiple roles within Fidelity since 2015, including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, Central Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. In his current role, Foster focuses on creating lasting relationships with clients by simplifying complex financial situations and partnering with them to develop and implement personalized financial plans. His goal is to enable clients to make informed investment decisions and feel confident as they work towards their financial objectives. Outside of his professional work, Foster has personal interests in football, golf, soccer, table tennis, tennis, and traveling.

Liliana Barela is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she was self-employed and worked at DoorDash. She also operates an online sales business as a sole proprietor. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jonathan Waterman is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC, where he has worked for 24 years. Prior to the firm's rebranding, he was affiliated with Axa Advisors for 18 years. Outside of advising, he holds various roles including healthcare power of attorney for his spouse and guardianship responsibilities for his daughter. Equitable Advisors serves individuals across a wide range of wealth levels, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management. The firm’s approach involves matching clients to program models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment programs and offering ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Jahan Powell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 4 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to his current role, he worked at Wells Fargo and Outback Steakhouse. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including model portfolio construction using quantitative analysis and algorithmic methods. The firm serves a variety of clients, including registered investment companies, and offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Kristiana Dowling is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Raleigh, NC. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 12 years of industry experience, all with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2010. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services supported by proprietary research and tools, serving clients who meet specific net-worth criteria.

Timothy Rauwald is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has 34 years of industry experience, including 17 years at UBS. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, incorporating fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets functions.

Jacob Fiore is a financial advisor at Osaic based in Morrisville, NC, with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. His prior work history includes roles at RHI General Group, Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, and TFIA AmWINS Group, Inc. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization tools, and is noted for its scale, affiliate network, and private-equity ownership.

William Durkin is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Bank of America, Merrill, and Peapack Gladstone Bank. He also has a background at Cornell University. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary multi-asset investment solutions combined with integrated brokerage, custody, and financial planning services.

Thomas King is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Northwestern Mutual prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner and owner of Gold Crown Realty LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG criteria within an institutional investment framework.

Richard Mills is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Kane Dixon is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Edward Jones and was involved with various business ventures including KGD Enterprises LLC, Blue Alliance IT, Paesanos Pasta House, and Patterson's Cafe. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Paul Terrey is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing, Merrill, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory work, he manages general business activities for Triangle Advisory Group LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.