Ashwin Patel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for seven years before joining LPL Financial in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an agent for term and permanent insurance through AB Patel Wealth Management. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Thomas Barnhart is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2015. The firm serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. Fisher Investments uses a centralized investment approach with a combination of quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and applies tax-aware processes and defensive strategies to manage risk.

Mark Thompson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2009. He also serves as a power of attorney for his spouse. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Dajah Cherise Mitchell is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Jpmorgan Chase Bank. Outside of finance, her background includes roles in government, retail, and service industries. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide investment recommendations.

James Mackler Jr. is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as Managing Director and Branch Supervisor at Dogwood Wealth Advisors in Atlanta. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a tailored, non-discretionary approach using risk profiling and modeling tools to support client goals.

Alfred Ponder is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 31 years of industry experience. He has led The Ponder Private Wealth Group since 2016 and has prior experience with Avantax Insurance Agency, Avantax Advisory Services, and Avantax Investment Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with diverse program options and over $256 billion in assets under management.

William Washington II is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including Investacorp, Inc., Securities America, Inc., and Primerica Financial Services. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm uses model-based strategies managed by external asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through established third parties.

Elliot Schwartz is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo firms since 2009, including seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC prior to his current role. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets through a large network of over 14,000 advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Michael Halberg is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with two years of industry experience. He is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has previously worked at IFP Securities, LLC and Independent Financial Partners. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally assists friends and family with real estate transactions on weekends. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a wide range of clients—including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts—by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions through proprietary models and third-party strategists, supported by a network of independent Financial Professionals.

Yancey Carter is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fayetteville, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of advising, he owns businesses managing pecan farming and timber harvesting in Hahira, GA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs over 14,000 advisors and manages approximately $671 billion in assets, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Nicholas Russell is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2013 and currently serves in their McDonough, GA office. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with the Society for Financial Awareness where he presents financial seminars, and he serves on the board of Arlington Hope Enterprises, a nonprofit birthing center. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisor serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Tyrone Johnson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an officer in Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, participating in social planning activities. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines research and analytics with diversification principles and modern portfolio theory, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions through a large network of financial advisors.

Allen Fowler is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2013, currently holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he acts as a power of attorney for his father. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Diane Coffman is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at BancWest Investment Services, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Bank of America. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Roderick Washington is a CFP® with 22 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently an advisor at Cetera and has held various roles within Cetera and Avantax firms since 2005. Prior to joining Cetera, he spent nine years at 1ST Global Advisors, Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a network of over 10,000 advisors, with access to multiple program platforms, third-party money managers, and a multi-manager investment approach.

Therman Mc Daniel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for eight years and was involved with DriveTu.com. Outside of his advisory work, he provides educational support to a private investment club formed with high school friends during the pandemic. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach combines proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools within a defined investment ecosystem.

Michael Jones is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 with a brief tenure at other firms including Medtronic and Mutual of Omaha. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in a marketing business that serves professional clients such as actors, athletes, and authors. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, with a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Elizabeth Holcombe is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2017 in various capacities. Prior to joining the firm, she was involved with Covington First United Methodist Church. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate accounts. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services including discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Floyd Gantt is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Fayetteville, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of investment services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Takilya Stewart is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, she spent twelve years with Kimberly Clark Corporation. Stewart also had a brief role with Berean Christian Church in 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.