Lawrence Whitley Thomas is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tempe, Arizona with 16 years at the firm and 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Outside of his advisory role, he officiates basketball games for various local leagues, including city, youth, and high school levels. 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 strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Adrian Paredes is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2022 and also has experience with Bank of America N.A. Prior to his advisory role, his work history includes positions at Rocket Mortgage and other companies. 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 institutional investors.

Paul De Stefanis is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked with Edward Jones since 2011. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard and maintaining a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Maya Byrd is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, she worked at Merrill for three years and held positions at various organizations including CSM Corporation and the City of Phoenix Municipal Court. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Paul Farington is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, where he has worked since 2014. He has 11 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and 15,100 branch offices.

Emma Johnson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2018, with prior experience at AssetMark. Charles Schwab 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 supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational services.

Wyatt Blanco is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, his work history includes roles unrelated to financial advising. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Alid Franco Basurto is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in restaurant operations at Morenos Mexican Grill, where he manages employee schedules. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Anna Setlak is a financial advisor at Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation. She has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Bank of America, Pour Decisions, Bagger Daves, Big Woods, Charles Schwab, Lake City Bank, and was part of Shilts & Setlak, LLC. Merrill, along 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Le Ger is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he operated Shine Design Mobile Detailing for four years and worked in education at Chandler/Gilbert Community College and Campo Verde High School. Outside of advising, he works as a server at Elliott's Steakhouse in Chandler, AZ. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs and educational seminars, using detailed client data and firm-approved analytical tools to deliver financial recommendations.

Mason Massow is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at LPL Financial. Prior to joining LPL in 2026, he worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services Inc. for a combined seven years. Outside of his advisory role, Mason is an associate at Massow Wealth Strategies, where he supports business operations. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm utilizes a variety of investment approaches, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

Ryan Evans is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. Prior to his advisory roles, his background includes positions at Arizona State University and various service and management roles. 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 strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Talon Supak is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PGA Tour Canada and Grayhawk Golf Club. Merrill, along 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Drake Paalani Wilson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at E*TRADE Securities LLC and Bridgecrest. Outside of his advisory work, he owns Nobriga Asset Management LLC, a company involved in SEO and marketing. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured planning tools and investment research.

David Kelly is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity in various capacities since 2012, including roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Prior to Fidelity, he held positions at USAA Financial Planning Services and Chase Investment Services Corp. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, 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 proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and it maintains distinctive regulatory registrations and advisory roles uncommon among large institutional peers.

Bennett Conklin is a CFP® and ChFC® with 32 years of experience in financial advising. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branches.

Robert Palke is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. for nine years before joining Merrill in 2022. He is also associated with a family-held real estate LLC, Land Research and Development, though he is not actively engaged in its operations. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Daniel Wellman is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2007, including 10 years with Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ. 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 and discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Lindsey Barba is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she occasionally works as a grocery delivery shopper for Instacart on weekends. 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 services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Pedro Franco is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Edward Jones, Morgan Stanley, and Vanguard. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting.