Michael Jones is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Money Concepts Capital Corp. He previously worked at GWN Securities Inc. for nine years and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Jones is based in Charlotte, NC. Money Concepts Advisory Service provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers multiple managed programs utilizing a mix of model portfolios, IAR-designed portfolios, and third-party sub-advisers, applying fundamental and technical analysis alongside modern portfolio theory.

Alexis Quen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Investment Institute, Inc. in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 65 designation. Alexis has been with Wells Fargo Investment Institute since 2025 and has prior experience at Wells Fargo and in various roles outside the financial industry, including work with Voodoo Donuts. Wells Fargo Investment Institute provides institutional research, manager due diligence, model portfolio construction, and asset-allocation guidance primarily to Wells Fargo’s wealth and fiduciary businesses, as well as select external clients. The firm’s work is divided across specialized research and portfolio management divisions and focuses on delivering research and model guidance rather than direct investment management.

Kevin Iobbi is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF based in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Third Bridge and academic appointments at Hamilton College and Greenwich High School. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division serves individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, offering financial planning and discretionary managed account programs through a fiduciary model that includes both model and customized portfolios.

Dawn Wilson is a financial advisor at &PARTNERS with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and eight years of industry experience. She previously worked at Neuberger Berman LLC for seven years and Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC for two years before joining &PARTNERS in 2025. &PARTNERS serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers investment management, financial and tax planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing a mix of proprietary and third-party strategies with ongoing monitoring and account reviews.

Rahul Kashyap is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill, LPL Financial, Fortune Investment Advisory, and the United Postal Service. TIAA-CREF’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and smaller retirement plans, often serving clients connected through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm provides both point-in-time financial planning and ongoing portfolio management, operating within a vertically integrated group that includes affiliated funds and donor-advised fund services.

Adam Dinkins is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nine years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ally Invest Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. First Citizens Investor Services serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering advisory and brokerage services with a client process focused on IAR-led assessments and diversified investment strategies across equities, fixed income, mutual funds, and ETFs.

Marcus Atkinson is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with First Citizens Investor Services since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director helping set up youth summer football camps and is contracted with USA Track & Field as a coach and referee. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities by providing advisory and brokerage services through investment adviser representatives and third-party portfolio managers. The firm offers portfolio management, wrap programs, model portfolios, an automated guided investing platform, and tax-aware services, focusing on client-driven assessments and a mix of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis for asset allocation.

Christian Patterson is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Truist Advisory Services and affiliated firms since 2018, including Bb&T Investments and Bb&T Securities. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset allocation, investment policy analysis, fiduciary support, and a manager-selection program implemented through a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies with integration across affiliated entities.

Amy Wong Pawa is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with TIAA-CREF since 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she owns an investment property that she manages and rents. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, corporate entities, and small retirement plans, often serving clients who have pre-existing relationships through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm provides a range of advisory services including model portfolio management and customized portfolios, operates a donor-advised fund, and offers related affiliated services.

Prabhvinder Kaur is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at TIAA-CREF since 2023, with prior roles at Financial Principles and Metcalfe and Associates. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals with employer retirement plan relationships, as well as trusts, estates, and small retirement plans. The firm combines point-in-time planning with ongoing portfolio management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund.

Dimitri Tcherkassov is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Chase Bank and StormGuard Restoration before joining First Citizens. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes a client-centered approach with fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

William Bulluck Jr. is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. and holds a Series 66 designation. He has seven years of industry experience and has worked at firms including Edward Jones and Foundations Investment Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Bulluck is involved with the Matthews Chamber of Commerce and the Charlotte Connectors Networking Group. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm employs multiple advisory platforms, often using third-party asset managers and model portfolios, and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Robert Bogia is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Cornelius, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has worked with Fulcrum Capital Partners since 2018 and has been affiliated with Principal Securities Inc. since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Bogia serves as president of his homeowners association and operates an LLC for tax purposes. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm’s advisory offerings include financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions through distinct adviser and promoter arrangements.

Adam Batchelor is a financial advisor at OSAIC Institutions, Inc. based in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Infinex Investments, Inc. since 2022 and previously at LPL Financial, LLC from 2015 to 2022. OSAIC Institutions, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers customized advisory services, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and access to alternative investments and lending solutions, operating a hybrid adviser and broker-dealer model.

Alan Gray is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. based in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 21 years of industry experience, including roles at First Citizens Asset Management, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as President of the Board for both the Porter Ridge Athletic Association and the Union County Youth Soccer Program. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and tax-aware services, utilizing fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to guide investment allocations.

Dylan Mc Cullough is a CFP® professional at Schwab Wealth Advisory with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2004 and has served at Schwab Wealth Advisory for 14 years. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in Charlotte, NC. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering annual financial reviews and investment recommendations across various asset classes. The firm operates as an internal advisory unit within the Schwab ecosystem, delivering advice through standardized asset allocation models and Schwab research tools while leaving final trading decisions to clients.

Daniel Huth is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His prior work includes roles at UBS Financial Services and M&T Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally assists with a non-investment related collectibles business run by his spouse. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate and business clients, retirement plan sponsors, participants, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset allocation and investment policy analysis, fiduciary support, participant advice, and a manager-selection program implemented through both discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

La Terra Frechette is a financial advisor with Truist Advisory Services who holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Truist Advisory Services, Frechette held roles at TIAA, Amazon, and has experience connected to the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina. Outside of finance, Frechette was involved with Capital City Gymnastics for several years. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset allocation, investment policy analysis, fiduciary support, and a manager-selection program leveraging third-party platforms and AI-enabled research tools.

Ee Yang is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with 11 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Members Trust Company, Credit Union Investment Services, SeCU Brokerage Services, SeCU Life Insurance Company, and the State Employees' Credit Union. Outside of his advisory work, Ee Yang owns a sole proprietorship, ProjectEM Co, which produces signs and laser goods. TIAA-CREF’s Advice & Planning Services division provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, and corporate entities, often serving clients connected through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm combines one-time planning with ongoing portfolio management using both model and customized strategies.

Matthew Moore is a financial advisor at HB Wealth with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at JPMorgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA for 10 years each, as well as serving as Manager and Partnership Representative of MAAN Holdings, LLC. HB Wealth Management provides wealth management, investment management, and financial planning services to individuals, families, trusts, retirement plans, corporate entities, foundations, and family offices, as well as institutional clients and investment companies. The firm typically manages discretionary accounts, employing a combined quantitative and qualitative investment process across public and private strategies and advises registered investment companies and affiliated private funds.