George Mwai is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at First Horizon National before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a General Partner and Managing Member of MFL LLC. 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 and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ellie Ivancich is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Nashville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2017 and also served at Belmont University from 2014 to 2018. Outside of her advisory work, she serves on the advisory board of STARS Nashville, a local children and youth organization, and is a board member of the Belmont Athletics Hall of Fame Committee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets, with a focus on structured planning tools and a diverse suite of investment offerings.

Justin Martin is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Wachovia Bank, N.A. He is based in Nashville, TN. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

William Morgan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has prior experience at LPL Financial and Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Morgan Wealth Management. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm supports a variety of investment approaches across multiple platforms, with both proprietary and third-party strategies, and features institutional resources such as advisor transition programs and documented conflict-of-interest controls.

Michael Clower is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2018, he worked at DSI Security, Dollar General, and American Income Life Insurance Company. He serves as a board member of the Nashville Predators Foundation’s Young Professionals Board, where he participates in event promotion and fundraising activities. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutions.

Lee Burklow Sr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the M.A.D. Mavericks Baseball Organization, a youth-focused nonprofit in Brentwood, Tennessee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved planning tools and strategies developed by its Global Investment Committee.

Lauren Gwinn is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Nashville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2021. Prior to her current role, Gwinn was involved with nonprofit organizations including the Adventure Science Center, The ALS Association of Tennessee, and Friends of the Zoo. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning on a range of topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs through a consolidated billing option.

Kevin Kostyk is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management based in Nashville, TN, with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Thrivent Financial since 2018, with prior experience including roles at Christian Care Ministry and Scoutcast. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm provides goal-based analyses and planning on a broad range of topics, operating separate planning and managed-account services without discretionary trading authority.

Brandon Edmondson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a sole proprietor involved in real estate property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process utilizes structured discovery and approved tools to develop customized financial plans.

Travis Mcafee is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, and offers financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Timothy Hutchinson Sr. is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 26 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven and emphasizes access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and advisory services through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Tavis Mccourt is a CFA® charterholder with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates since 2019. He previously worked at 12th Street Asset Management LLC and has additional responsibilities as a trustee for a personal trust. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 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 municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Amanda Schween is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 23 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2008 and spent one year at Edward Jones prior to that. 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.

Lauren Jones is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Nashville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at Vibe Volleyball Lab and held teaching positions at Belmont University and South High School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and scenarios to model outcomes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning services.

William Nichols is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Nashville, TN, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He previously spent 32 years with Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. Nichols is also involved in providing and servicing corporate and individual employee benefits including major medical, disability, life insurance, and fixed annuities. Osaic Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms.

Hal Johnson III is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Stifel Nicolaus & Co., Inc. since 2006. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in Nashville, TN. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and municipalities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, providing analytical guidance intended as a basis for client decisions.

Benjamin Wakefield is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2010. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to client goals and risk profiles. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a wide range of products and capital markets services.

Brian Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 license and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial and Simmons Bank in 2024, he worked at Edward Jones for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, he has experience in the restaurant industry, including a position at Demos' Restaurants. 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, supported by extensive resources and technology.

William Sanderson III is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2004. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining wealth management with institutional trading capabilities. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans and portfolio management to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Brittany Thomas is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Bank of America Private Bank and Elwood & Goetz, as well as experience as a full-time college student. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.