Matthew Diedrich is a financial advisor with Fidelity who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Fidelity since 2012 in various roles, including positions with Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Investments. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund, and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios and serves in advisory roles uncommon among large institutional peers.

Steven Bernstein is a financial advisor with Cetera based in Naples, FL. He holds the Series 66 designation and has 21 years of industry experience, all with Cetera and its affiliate Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2004. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, financial planning, and access to third-party managers, and oversees more than $256 billion in assets through a network of over 10,000 advisors.

Douglas Conroy is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Naples, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory services under a fiduciary standard and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors.

Jesse Radabaugh is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Naples, FL, holding the CFA® and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions within Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He has ownership interests in two financial advisory businesses based in Coon Rapids, MN. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, utilizing proprietary research and tools to create tailored recommendations that clients may implement through various brokerage or advisory programs.

Samuel Blanchette is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Naples, FL since 2026. Prior to this, he worked at Fidelity Investments for four years and held roles at North Peak Wealth Advisors and Target. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored reports and annual advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Sarah Reif Beck is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. in Fort Myers, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2008. She is part of The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice that serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The group offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing a range of strategies and both in-house and third-party managers.

Jacob Shelton is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Charles Schwab. His prior work experience includes roles at Elbin, Inc. and Towne Park Ltd. Shelton is based in Naples, FL. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management services. The firm is notable for its integrated custodial and advisory capabilities and a multi-asset, model-based investment approach with access to alternative investments.

Martin Schlissberg is a CFP® with 51 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2005. Based in Bonita Springs, FL, he holds a Series 63 registration. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Kevin Shamblin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Naples, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including customized financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and advanced modeling tools.

Derek Ashcraft is a Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He has been an investment professional in the financial services industry since 1995, providing a wide array of financial and investment services to a select group of clients. His expertise includes retirement planning, investment planning, estate planning services, alternative investments, risk management, liquidity management, portfolio management services, and personal retirement planning. Derek holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation, the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) certifications. He also holds the title of Senior Portfolio Manager, which enables him to manage personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, incorporating individual stocks, bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Additionally, Derek served as the Sales Manager for the Bloomfield Hills Merrill branch for ten years, delivering ideas, insights, and commentary to over 300 employees. Born and raised in Michigan, Derek earned a Bachelor's Degree from Western Michigan University and a Master's in Management from Harvard University. He is affiliated with professional organizations such as the Baldwin Society for Older Adults, the Harvard Alumni Association for Michigan and Florida, and the Harvard Club of New York. Derek is involved in the Baldwin Society and lives in Bloomfield Hills, MI, with his wife Melissa and their two children, Abigayle and Henry. Outside of his professional activities, Derek enjoys cooking, golfing, spending time with his family, traveling, and fitness.

John Kellar is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Naples, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Adaptive Investors, LLC, which he is transitioning for use in his practice. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning for business-owner transitions, sports and entertainment, special needs, and divorce.

Paul Murray is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Naples, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 51 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and access to various investment strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and proprietary research in its advisory process.

Rondi Albrecht is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She previously spent 30 years with Commonwealth Financial Network before joining Raymond James in 2025. Albrecht also owns two support companies, Rondi K. Albrecht & Assoc. PA and Albrecht Wealth Management LLC, both based in Bangor, Maine. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutions. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Marvin Mcintyre is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Naples, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 57 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is an author and managing director involved in writing both investment-related and fiction books during his non-trading hours. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and wealth management services, using structured planning tools and modeling techniques, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kelly Herradon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Naples, FL, with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill. Her background also includes roles in education and with the Miami Marlins. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored planning services.

Bradley Wheelock is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored investment strategies that incorporate both in-house and third-party managers, providing comprehensive portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services.

Carmen Mendez is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she is part of the Legates Carr Wealth Management Team. She has been with Merrill since early 2020 and serves as a Financial Advisor, Portfolio Advisor, and relationship manager. Carmen brings over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, having held roles in banking, portfolio management for a NYSE-traded fund, mergers and acquisitions, fund administration for an angel fund, family wealth management firms, insurance, and financial advising. She uses a Goals-Based Wealth Management approach to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to the priorities, risk attitudes, and goals of her clients. Carmen completed her high school education at Lee's Summit High School. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, she moved to Naples, Florida in 2008. Outside of work, Carmen spends time with her two sons, Jackson and Isaiah, enjoying activities such as going to the beach, playing golf, attending St. Agnes Catholic Church, and supporting the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kyle Schafer is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and has worked at firms including TD Bank, PNC Investments, and TD Ameritrade. He is based in Naples, Florida. J.P. Morgan Securities 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.

Sam Dracos is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he focuses on providing financial advice and developing investment strategies for clients. Prior to this position, he has held several roles at Fidelity, including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Before joining Fidelity, Sam worked as a Universal Banker at First Horizon Bank. Sam emphasizes building strong, trusting relationships with clients through active listening and understanding their unique circumstances and goals. His approach is collaborative, aiming to empower clients in making informed financial decisions. Outside of his professional work, Sam's interests include the beach, social events with friends, military service, and traveling.

Sebastian Brinkerhoff is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee of the Pelican Marsh Golf Club in Naples, FL. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, providing a broad range of planning options supported by Wells Fargo research and tools.