Ted Fichter is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 1991, he has accumulated over 30 years of experience in offering strategies and potential solutions tailored to clients’ risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and overall investment objectives. Ted’s expertise spans a broad range of investment vehicles to help clients establish appropriate financial plans. Ted holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He completed his education at Parkway West High School. Outside of his professional role, Ted serves as a board member of Lions In Sight, a nonprofit foundation. In this capacity, he travels internationally to developing countries to facilitate humanitarian aid.

Stephanie Ayer is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 27 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at LPL Financial for 11 years. Outside of her advisory work, she is employed in a shipping and customer service role with Slayer Calls. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports a broad advisor network with a range of client-focused programs.

Dillon Blankenship is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for seven years and has held roles at several other firms, including Cascadia Wealth Management. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience with Sheep Mountain Outfitters and Dan Blankenship Construction. 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, utilizing a variety of strategic investment approaches supported by advanced operational tools.

Brittany Daniel is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and OSAIC. 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 provides a range of advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives who utilize diversified strategies and resources.

Ronald Richards is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors for over 16 years. Richards is based in Boise, Idaho. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on goal-based analyses and written recommendations across a broad range of financial topics. The firm separates its planning services from managed accounts and does not offer portfolio management for institutional clients.

Stephen Schultz is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with OSAIC and Family Tree Financial, where he provides life and health insurance sales. His prior experience includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and other firms. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing various asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across a broad range of investment types.

Steven Halvorson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Boise, ID, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Sunroc, Werner Enterprises, and nearly a decade of self-employment. He is also involved with KASUPKO Inc., a business entity unrelated to investment activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Patrick Courtright is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has been with Raymond James & Associates for 10 years. 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, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a nationwide adviser network.

Tracy Druzisky is a financial advisor at Stifel with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2020, following seven years at UBS. Outside of her advising role, she serves as Vice President of Druzisky Golf Design, a golf course design business. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm uses a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to guide asset allocation and planning, offering fee-based financial planning that clients may choose to implement independently.

Kayla Sirkow is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Boise, ID, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she is employed as a paraplanner at FWMG, LLC, where she manages practice operations. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers retirement-income planning services for clients nearing or in retirement, emphasizing tax-smart withdrawal strategies and Social Security options. The firm combines research and modeling with algorithmic tools to generate tailored recommendations, primarily serving individuals with significant investable assets.

Glen Esteban is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Eagle, Idaho, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial, including its predecessor LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER CORP., since 2005. Esteban is also associated with Esteban & Associates, Inc., an investment-related business connected to his LPL practice. 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 variety of financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Alexandria Strawn is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. She has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved with BATS Xpress since 2017 and previously worked at Chip Cookies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, utilizing a range of portfolio management strategies and platform arrangements.

Scott Krueger is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 47 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 his advisory role, he serves as co-guardian for his sister and holds trustee responsibilities for a family trust. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Leslie Hobbs is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following five years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of advisory work, she and her spouse own and operate a flower-selling business in Caldwell, Idaho. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Lorraine Harper is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She offers a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with listening to clients' needs and aims to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals. Lorraine provides access to Merrill's investment insights to address various aspects of her clients' financial lives. Originally from California, Lorraine moved to Boise in 2009 to play golf for Boise State University, where she earned her bachelor's degree. She has worked in the financial industry since 2013 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2015. Lorraine holds professional designations including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Lorraine follows Merrill's tradition of community involvement, volunteering with organizations such as Make A Wish Idaho and the Meridian Canine Rescue. Her client focus areas include family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income.

John Potter is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Boise, ID, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TruStage Financial Group, CUSO Financial Services, MML Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Company, Cetera, and Bank Of The Cascades. He serves as co-successor trustee for the Clarence Bigler and Marie Bigler Trust. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering a range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides access to various portfolio programs and third-party asset management through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jerry Scarrow is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Eagle, Idaho, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial and its affiliate Raymond James Financial Services since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the inventor and owner of multiple kitchen products through a privately held company, SC2 Holdings, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting, utilizing risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Conor Clifford is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Boise, ID, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Key Investment Services and KeyBank, as well as experience with Everton Management Group and other private ventures. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with several business entities, including Bubbly Bee LLC and Juniper Rentals LLC. 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 employs over 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Dan Reece is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works closely with clients to help them pursue financial freedom through personalized, goal-based planning. He focuses on building long-term relationships rooted in trust and transparency, aiming to be a consistent and reliable resource for clients and their families. Dan has held various roles in the financial services industry, including Associate Financial Planner at Mainspring Wealth Advisor - Raymond James Financial Services, Investment Services Representative at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Financial Advisor at Home Federal Bank - Cetera Investment Services LLC, Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab & Co., and Financial Advisor at Edward Jones. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Dan has interests in the beach, family activities, football, parenthood, and traveling.

David Mccollum is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley DW Inc. for seven years before joining LPL Financial in 2013. He also operates a separate business under the name BOS Wealth Management in Meridian, ID. 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 participant-level retirement advice, supported by extensive technology and operational resources.