Alina Gray is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked at several notable firms including Truist Advisory Services and SunTrust Investment Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm delivers tailored, non-discretionary planning and investment consulting using risk profiling and analytical modeling, supporting clients through a broad network of advisors and specialized programs.

Michael Mcnamee is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 43 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley. 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 high-net-worth individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Daniel Motyl is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 28 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC and H.D. Vest Advisory Services. He is also president of Daniel H. Motyl, CPA, PA, a tax services firm. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm offers diverse investment implementation options, including proprietary and third-party model strategies, with features such as advisor transition support and documented business relationships with professionals offering legal and accounting services.

Ruth Doepel is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2008. She is based in Sarasota, FL, and holds a Series 63 license. Outside of her advisory role, she owns The DW Group LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning and consulting services with a non-discretionary approach and provides access to a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.

Thomas Mcdavitt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He worked at Commonwealth Financial Network for 26 years before joining LPL Financial in 2023. Mcdavitt is also involved in providing various insurance products including term life, whole life, and long-term care insurance through affiliated business activities. 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 a range of advisory and brokerage services with access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational tools for advisors.

Michael McDonald is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Fisher Investments since 2016. His practice is based in Venice, FL. Outside of his advisory role, he manages real estate holdings alongside his wife as a landlord, focusing on long-term investments unrelated to securities. Fisher Investments provides discretionary portfolio management to a diverse client base, including institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals, utilizing a centralized investment process that incorporates quantitative and qualitative research. The firm is notable for its global client reach and use of tax-aware and risk management strategies across various asset classes.

Michele Custer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Comerica Securities and Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs supported by structured planning tools and a Global Investment Committee, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Alan Gorlick is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 24 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Next Financial Group Inc, Merrill, Banc of America Investment Services, Inc., and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. He is also involved with Gorlick Financial Strategies, where he conducts speaking engagements and seminars. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive technology and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Cassandra Costa is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2025. In this role, she partners closely with clients and their Financial Consultant to provide planning support, simplify financial complexity, and help connect current decisions with long-term goals. Before becoming a Planning Consultant, Cassandra served as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025 and as a Financial Representative from 2023 to 2024. Through these roles, she has developed experience in client relationship management and financial representation. Outside of her professional work, Cassandra enjoys art, barre, beach activities, painting, yoga, and spending time with her family.

Lindsey McCarthy is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. She has been with Fidelity Investments in various capacities since 2008, including positions as Investment Solutions Consultant - Insurance, Financial Consultant, Central Relationship Manager, Prime Services Manager, Prime Services Senior Associate, and Prime Services Associate. Prior to her tenure at Fidelity, Lindsey worked as an Equity Trader at Timucuan Asset Management from 2016 to 2019. Lindsey's professional focus is on empowering individuals and families to achieve financial security and independence through personalized financial planning. She employs a holistic approach that supports families at various life stages, encompassing education planning, retirement, and legacy building. She holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside her professional career, Lindsey's personal interests include fitness, golf, horseback riding, Pilates, and yoga.

Christopher Garcia is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sarasota, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Jay Boswell is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Bradenton, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with nine years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Wells Fargo, spanning various positions since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Stephen Wanvig is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Venice, FL, holding CFP® and Series 63 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as vice president of the South Creek Homeowners Association and is involved in community beautification efforts. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser providing investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad planning menu, including specialized services such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

David Russo is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Woodbury Financial Services and Questar Capital Corporation prior to joining OSAIC in 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Royal Palm Financial, where he occasionally assists clients with life insurance and fixed annuity products. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage, advisory, and financial planning services. The firm employs advanced portfolio construction tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management with access to various third-party money managers and investment platforms.

Taylor Alt is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with a Series 65 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2023, Taylor worked at SmartPro Financial and MoneyShow/Investment Seminars, Inc., and has experience in self-employment through Double Stag, LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, trusts, and estates. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services delivered through independent Financial Professionals using a range of portfolio management and model-based solutions.

Stephen Cetrulo is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2009. Based in Sarasota, FL, he operates within one of the largest firms in the industry. 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 investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a centralized operational structure and a distinctive multi-asset, model portfolio approach.

Sandra Hildebrand is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 30 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and Planning Solutions Group, with extensive experience in financial planning and advisory services. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for clients approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, delivering personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Richard Smalley is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 35 years of experience providing financial and wealth management advice and services. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 1997, Richard has focused on delivering personalized financial strategies tailored to his clients' long-term goals. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Richard holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his High School Diploma from Steel Valley High School. In addition to his professional work, Richard has been actively involved in his community, serving as a 20-year board member of the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota and Desoto Counties. He also enjoys personal interests such as biking, cooking, fishing, and golfing.

Raymond Mccormack Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Cetera, bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Kestra Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he chairs the Planned Giving Advisory Council for the Catholic Foundation of Central Florida and leads educational programs focused on poverty and prosperity through United Against Poverty. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of investment programs and manages over $256 billion in assets through a network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Alfred Caliendo is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2008. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.