Clark Gilliland is a financial advisor with Merrill in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory roles, he has been involved with Arion Care Solutions and Not My First Rodeo, indicating experience with entrepreneurial and care service ventures. Merrill provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model‑based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates strategic asset allocation and tax-aware options within its portfolio implementation.

Kenneth Grossnickle is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 1997. He began his career in financial services in 1996 at a small brokerage firm before joining Merrill Lynch. Ken specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, and managing new wealth, focusing on strategic planning and implementing financial strategies to help affluent families, individuals, and business owners stay aligned with their goals and preserve their lifestyle. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona. Ken has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor (ADPA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is actively involved with the Eller College and has served on the Parent Advisory Board at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Outside of his professional work, Ken is engaged in community activities in Phoenix, including volunteer efforts with Phoenix Children's Hospital and The Society of St. Vincent de Paul. His personal interests include football, hiking, music, and skiing.

William Freeman is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sun City, AZ, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and possessing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and is notable for its extensive network of financial advisors and branch offices as well as its affiliated services.

Brayden Hodson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2018, including a role at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB starting in 2022. Prior to Schwab, he was employed by Wells Fargo from 2016 to 2018. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and employs multi-asset model portfolios alongside a formal alternative-investment onboarding process.

Gale Northrop is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Fidelity and TD Ameritrade. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at Sweet But Fearless, an education and mentorship organization focused on women, where he contributes to strategy, training, and podcasting. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, AI-driven research, and its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Gigi Schneppat is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and Professional Wealth Strategies for 15 years. Schneppat is also the owner of Diamonds and Platinum, an S corporation used for tax reporting purposes. 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 range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors.

Manuel Laguer is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Charles Schwab since 1998. Additionally, he has maintained a long-term affiliation with the University of New York at Buffalo. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios, supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Brian Polk is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Buckeye, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously spent twelve years at JW Marriott at Desert Ridge. 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 national network of advisors and branch offices.

Scott Macdonald is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Phoenix, AZ, where he has worked for 15 years. He has 18 years of industry experience. Macdonald serves on the boards of The V Foundation for Cancer Research and Catholic Charities, contributing to fundraising efforts for cancer research and community aid. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings. The firm employs proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Joshua Watson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Surprise, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 16 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory process relies on centralized due diligence combining quantitative screening and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, focusing on written asset allocation advice, manager searches, and customized performance reporting.

Marcus Luckeneder is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for eight years and Equitable Advisors for three years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in product design and manufacturing through a non-investment-related business activity. 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, asset management programs, and institutional platforms, combining a broad advisory network with extensive non-advisory financial services.

Christopher Lapaglia is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Scott Given is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, and has 15 years of industry experience. He has served with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2014. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and employs multi-asset model portfolios supported by Schwab Center for Financial Research due diligence.

Adrian Puentes is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Charles Schwab and Morgan Stanley during his career. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investments within a large, integrated operational structure.

Serge Lazar is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been employed since 2021. In his role, he assists clients with various financial needs by evaluating their current financial status, understanding their goals, creating investment plans aligned with those goals, and educating clients on Fidelity's principles of investing. Serge's professional experience centers around financial planning and client education within the investment sector. Outside of his professional work, he has personal interests that include camping, cooking and baking, movies, reading, soccer, and traveling.

Ryan Furuta is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at Fidelity Investments and its affiliated entities since 2000. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Charles Konopaski II is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., USAA Investment Management Company, and Merrill. Outside of finance, he creates custom acrylic abstract art under the name CK Sports Artwork. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, with a focus on multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Clifford Shnier is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2019 and previously at Voya Financial Advisors. Outside of advising, he is involved with Meridian Special Needs Planning and Meridian Estate Services LLC, which focus on financial planning for special needs and legal document preparation, respectively. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers multiple portfolio management options and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Keith Osborne is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones, Nova R Wealth, Inc., and Wells Fargo Clearing. Osborne is also involved with KLO Companies LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. 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 financial planning and asset management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-supported advisory tools.

David Coltom is a CFP® with 40 years of industry experience, currently serving at Thrivent Investment Management since 2004. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and is based in Surprise, Arizona. Coltom has a long tenure at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management, Inc. 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 and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while keeping the services separate.