James Gomatos is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2012, focusing on delivering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth by first understanding clients' needs and helping ensure every strategy aligns with their goals. His role benefits from the combined investment resources of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America to address the various aspects of clients' financial lives. James holds the designations of Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a specially qualified Senior Portfolio Advisor who provides traditional advice and guidance, while also building and managing custom investment strategies. These strategies include selections from a wide range of Merrill model portfolios and third-party investment options. When servicing clients through the firm's Investment Advisory Program, James may manage these strategies on a discretionary basis. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Central Florida. Outside of his professional life, James engages in personal interests such as biking, golfing, and running.

Ricardo Cases is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank since 2020 and was previously with Equitable Advisors, LLC / AXA for 15 years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities compared to many institutional advisory programs.

Ruddie Ibanez Irizarry is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Orlando, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to his role at Edward Jones, he served in the US Army for 22 years and briefly worked at Citizens Wealth Management. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs backed by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

David Hage is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in St. Cloud, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients through a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and scenario modeling to support client financial goals.

Kenton Scott is a CFP® and Series 66-registered advisor with Edward Jones, based in St Cloud, FL. He has seven years of industry experience, including prior roles in municipal government positions with the City of Naples, Collier County Government, and the City of Batesville. Scott has worked with Edward Jones since 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Robert Rosen is a Series 66–licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice Chair of LEADS for the Kissimmee Chamber of Commerce. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

James Moulton is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, JP Morgan Chase Bank, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individual, high-net-worth, pension, corporate, and charitable clients with model-based and discretionary investment strategies constructed by internal and third-party managers.

Annaliese Grissom is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2024. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Kevin Torres is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an ambassador for the Osceola Chamber of Commerce, where he teaches new business owners about available resources and facilitates connections within the business community. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients nationwide. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions under a fiduciary standard.

David Burns is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in the Central Florida area since 1985. He focuses on retirement and income planning strategies, helping clients construct investment portfolios aligned with their objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizon. David provides expertise in family wealth management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. Throughout his career, David has collaborated closely with clients’ tax advisors and attorneys to promote the use of tax-efficient strategies and the implementation of appropriate estate plans. He has extensive experience in tax-exempt municipal bonds and other income-producing investments. David holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his high school diploma from Moeller High School and attended Ohio State University and the University of Central Florida without obtaining a degree. Outside of his professional work, David enjoys fishing, football, and golfing. He is recognized as a "Diamond Knight" for his support of The University of Central Florida’s athletic and scholarship programs.

Danielle Guzman is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 15 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with LPL Financial since 2011. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advisory support using various investment strategies and operational tools.

Mark Jama is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His career includes over a decade with Primerica Financial Services and Primerica Advisors, alongside roles in automotive sales and consulting. Outside of finance, he owns Nutty's Candies Gifts and Comics and teaches defensive driving. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure for its investment solutions.

Michael Panagis is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at VOYA Financial Advisors and has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2014. Outside of advisory services, he is involved as an independent insurance agent and sells fixed and health insurance products, as well as participating in a car rental business through the Turo platform. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm provides access to both affiliated and third-party investment managers through multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Christopher Dunnavant is a financial advisor at Merrill with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns CR Wildlife Services, a sole proprietorship providing wildlife products and related consulting, and serves as a board member of the McCormick Research Institute, which focuses on expanding access to equine-assisted therapies for veterans and individuals with special needs. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients via the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Felix Greer is a Series 66 registered advisor with Fidelity Investments, based in Celebration, FL. He has one year of experience in the financial industry, including prior work at Equitable Advisors and various roles before entering the advisory field. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory solutions.

John Woods is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has held positions at South State Bank, NBC Securities, and USA Financial Securities prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive technology and a large network of advisors.

Austin Howard is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, Jpmorgan Chase Bank, Wells Fargo, and AJH Commerce LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Herman Johnson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he spent 13 years with Avantax in various advisory and insurance roles. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer and Comptroller for the First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens and has provided tax preparation services since 1971. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Maria Vasquez is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at New York Life Insurance Company and service as a member of the State of Sonora Congress. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Cesar Sa Freire Vieira is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for 15 years at IE International Programs S.A. and completed an MBA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.