Alan Ponce Montes De Oca is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Coca Cola Consolidated, Allstate, and Amazon.com. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

John Pilkington is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 21 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Vanguard Group since 2004 and previously worked at Manning & Napier Advisors. Pilkington serves as treasurer and board member of Belmont Trolley, a nonprofit community organization in Belmont, NC. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice through digital and personal advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and retirement plan participants. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach featuring proprietary asset allocation models and portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Grace Kellerman is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Vanguard, she worked at Stride Spin & Fitness in a non-investment role. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm is notable for its scale and digital delivery, managing a large number of client relationships with a team servicing model.

Zackery Hawkins is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 10 years of industry experience and has been with The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2015. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary methodologies to construct portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a variety of customization and tax-aware features.

Sean Ryan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2021 and previously worked at Wells Fargo from 2017 to 2021, as well as Lowe's from 2015 to 2017. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with investment options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Jack Schulte is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His career includes roles at various Vanguard entities since 2021, as well as previous positions outside the financial industry. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, delivering services at scale through a combination of digital platforms and a large advisory team.

Christopher Zehetmaier is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Gladstone Wealth Partners, LPL Financial, and GWN Securities Inc. before joining Equitable Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes a variety of third-party advisory models and offers services covering mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, alternative investments, and ERISA fiduciary services.

Christopher Hart is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His background includes service in the United States Navy and entrepreneurial involvement with Verde Mexican Nuevo Latin Fusion in Charlotte, NC. He also has experience working at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. 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 supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Aminata Toure is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. She has been with Vanguard and its affiliated entities since 2026 and has no prior industry experience. Outside of her advisory role, she previously worked in other sectors, including a cleaning business. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary methodologies to set personalized asset allocations, largely utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs with various customization and tax-aware features.

Lenora Griffin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Matthews, NC. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 20 years of industry experience. Griffin has been with LPL Financial since 2007 and also works with LPL Enterprise LLC. 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 financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Aaron Shaw is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Envoy Securities, ION Group LLC, and Baker Tilly US LLP. 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 that incorporates Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and managing a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisor teams.

Evan De Castro is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple Vanguard entities since 2022. Prior to Vanguard, his background includes roles at Randstad, Variant Private Wealth, and BoodleAi. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a combination of digital delivery and advisor support across a broad client base.

Cameron Payne is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with nine years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Vanguard Advisers. He has held positions at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Payne Investments, and DHG LLP. Vanguard Advisers delivers investment advice through a combination of automated platforms and human support, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Derrick Gullett is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Vanguard in various capacities since 2006, including his current role at Vanguard Advisers since 2020. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large advisor team and a digital delivery platform.

Ryan Sherba is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. He has worked with various entities within the Vanguard organization since 2021 and has prior experience outside the financial sector, including roles at Lowe's and Leslie's Pool Supplies. 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 investment approach with proprietary methodologies and offers a range of customizable portfolios largely constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Ryan Sullivan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Us Tech Solutions and The Liberty Group. Outside of finance, he has worked as a microphone assistant for NBC Sports Group Events during the President's Cup. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm employs over 14,000 advisors and manages approximately $671 billion in assets, offering a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Matthew King is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. His background includes roles at The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Vanguard Marketing Corporation, along with prior experience in the U.S. Air Force and various other positions. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach and manages a large client base using a combination of proprietary models and Vanguard funds.

Nathan Hearns is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, based in Charlotte, NC, and has 21 years of industry experience. He has worked with Vanguard Advisers since 2014 and has been associated with various Vanguard entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he was involved with No Mess Dumpsters from 2022 to 2025. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models to construct portfolios largely from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering various customization and tax-aware features.

Kimberly Lafone is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with two years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2019, following six years at Carolina Asphalt. 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, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, and offers financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Andrew Plate is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Equitable Advisors, LLC, and various educational and country club positions. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach leveraging proprietary methodologies and primarily invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs.