Raymond Halstead is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. He is also the managing partner of REH CPA, PLLC, an accounting firm, and serves as managing partner of Halstead Real Estate Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he is an executive board member and treasurer for FeedNC, a local food bank, and president of the Morrison Executive Suites Owners Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide advisory firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to model portfolios, third-party managers, and customizable strategies across various program structures.

Anna Hale is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at Fortegra and held various roles at Florida State University, including Facilities Supervisor and Student Affairs employee. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and offices.

Jason Wooten is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2019, following prior roles at TIAA and PNC Investments. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm combines a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs, serving a large client base through a digital platform supported by over 2,200 advisors.

Tony Richardson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2014 and previously worked at Axa Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Tony tutors students in English, Japanese, Series 7 exam preparation, and Bible Studies through WyzAnt Tutoring Company. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm’s approach involves assessing client information and risk tolerance to match clients with suitable advisory models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

David Vespoli is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley, UBS Financial Services, LPL Financial, and Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd. Since 2009, he has also been involved with Stratos Wealth Partners, providing investment advisory services and managing fixed insurance products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary and advisor-managed strategies along with access to third-party money managers and alternative investments.

Justin Fogarty is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Renewal by Andersen, CVS Health, and the University of South Carolina. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations and portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Ashley Rosales is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. She has been with Vanguard-related entities since 2013, including Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs in portfolio construction.

Joseph Murray is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles with multiple Vanguard entities as well as experience outside the investment industry, including at South Carolina Small Business and Chelo's Waterfront Bar and Grille. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, serving retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs, supporting a large client base with a digital and team-servicing platform.

Jacob Grant is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group, Fidelity Investments, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates Fuego Morenito LLC, a cookie baking business based in Jacksonville, FL. 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 integrates research and analytics to support diversification and modern portfolio theory in its investment approach.

Sydney Kimball is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Northwestern Mutual Investment Management, and Alex Beilin. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Kara South is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing four years of industry experience. She has previously worked with Vanguard Advisers, Inc. and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Outside of her financial advisory role, she operates South Studio Collective LLC and has worked as a contracted food courier. 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 other sources.

Connor Lacz is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding a Series 66 credential. He began his advisory career in 2025 and is based in Huntersville, NC. Prior to joining Fidelity, his work experience includes various roles in education, hospitality, and retail. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm employs a systematic investment process combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Patrick Wittekind is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Stifel Independent Advisors, LLC for 22 years and has been self-employed for over two decades. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for his own defined benefit and 401(k) retirement plans. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services and supports its large network with advanced planning tools and specialized programs such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Consulting Services.

Jason Bailey is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 11 years of industry experience, all with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. He previously operated Baileys Total Home Care for 12 years. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering tax-aware and customizable investment solutions at scale.

Bruce Lau is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mooresville, North Carolina, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2003. Outside of his advisory work, he is a certified independent contract pilot and has served as a first officer for American Airlines. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients across a broad spectrum, including non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

David Jones is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple tenures at Wells Fargo Clearing and a prior role at CapFinancial Securities LLC. From 2014 to 2020, he was involved with Seaboard Brewing Company. 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 both brokerage and advisory solutions across a broad range of financial products.

Matthew Clauss is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019, including time at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Prior to that, he was with Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Wesley Gaines is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 2023. He has been affiliated with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2006. Vanguard Advisers offers both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, using a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach that incorporates proprietary methodologies and Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a combination of digital delivery and personalized advisor support.

Jeremy Huberty is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, based in Charlotte, NC. He has 22 years of industry experience, all spent with The Vanguard Group since 2004. Vanguard Advisers delivers both automated and human-supported investment advice, serving retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary methodologies and primarily constructs portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Veronika Kuzko is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she has worked at Primerica Financial Service and has been a travel agent at Archer Travel Service, Inc. since 2021, organizing various personal and business travel arrangements. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.