Grant Murphy is a CFP® with three years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Patriot Investment Management Group Inc. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group, Inc and Stark Aerospace. Patriot Investment Management Group advises individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and third-party asset manager selection, using fundamental and cyclical analysis to tailor and monitor client portfolios.

Neil Goodson is a CFA® charterholder with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Proffitt & Goodson Inc. since 2017 and previously at New Century Advisors, Inc. from 2010 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in a real estate partnership that owns the office building used by Proffitt & Goodson Inc. as its principal location. Proffitt & Goodson provides advisory services to individuals, families, trusts, and retirement plans, offering discretionary portfolio management, financial and wealth planning, and pension consulting. The firm employs an evidence-based investment framework with model-based, core-satellite allocations and uses automated tools for rebalancing and tax-loss harvesting.

Wayne Cravens is a financial advisor at Blue Ridge Wealth Planners in Knoxville, TN. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been in the industry since 2023, with prior roles at SmartBank and Relai. Blue Ridge Wealth Planners is an SEC-registered firm with a seven-advisor team managing approximately $276 million across 723 client accounts. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, employing a mix of fundamental, technical, and charting analysis alongside strategic and tactical asset allocation.

Marc Morris is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience, currently with Blue Ridge Wealth Planners since 2019. He previously worked at PYA, P.C. and held roles related to investment and finance at the University of Tennessee. Outside of his advisory role, he is the managing member of Lighthouse Financial LLC, an investment club where he oversees bi-annual meetings and investment strategy. Blue Ridge Wealth Planners provides discretionary asset management and goals-based financial planning to individual and high-net-worth clients, utilizing proprietary model strategies and a sub-advisory platform. The firm offers integrated wealth management, retirement rollover recommendations, and educational workshops.

Michael Brown is a financial advisor with Patriot Investment Management Group Inc, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 45 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., where he worked from 2015 to 2020. He took a brief retirement from 2020 to 2021 before joining Patriot Investment Management Group. Patriot Investment Management Group serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers personalized portfolio management and financial planning services, employing fundamental and cyclical analysis, and often operates under discretionary authority while integrating accounting services as an outside business activity.

Scott Fisher is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with TVAMP, LLC and has worked at related firms including Tennessee Brokerage Agency and LPL Financial. Fisher is involved in TVAMP Tax Planning, LLC, a tax preparation and accounting business. TVAMP provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a long-term, asset-allocation approach using diversified portfolios with mutual funds and ETFs, and offers additional services such as retirement-plan advisory, sub-advisory relationships, and educational seminars.

Brandon Smith is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license with six years of industry experience. He has been with Patriot Investment Management Group Inc. since 2019 and previously worked at Thierry V Sommer & Associates and Third Group Properties. Patriot Investment Management Group serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers personalized portfolio management and financial planning services, employing fundamental and cyclical analysis with ongoing portfolio monitoring, and integrates accounting services as an outside business activity.

Kevin Gormley is a CFP® professional with 15 years of experience, currently serving as an advisor at Leading Edge Financial Planning LLC. He has worked with Leading Edge Financial Planning since 2015 and is also the managing member and owner of Leading Edge Tax Planning, LLC, a tax planning and preparation firm. Prior to this, he spent nine years at Accounting Consultants, Inc. Leading Edge Financial Planning LLC offers wealth management and financial planning services to individuals, high net worth clients, trusts, estates, and businesses. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation, diversification, and long-term investing, utilizing a mix of low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment vehicles while providing discretionary portfolio management and continuous account reviews.

John Smartt is a financial advisor with Patriot Investment Management Group Inc. in Knoxville, TN, holding 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Patriot since 2019 and previously spent 27 years with Financial Counseling & Administration. Patriot Investment Management Group is a multi-team advisory firm managing approximately $1.9 billion and serving a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs fundamental and cyclical analysis to tailor portfolios and offers comprehensive financial planning, pension consulting, and oversight of third-party asset managers.

InvestmentNews recognized Thomas as one of the best wealth advisors under 40 in the USA. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and an Enrolled Agent for the IRS. He is also an adjunct lecturer in the Finance department at the Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee—Knoxville. He is the director of pro bono financial planning on the Board of the Financial Planning Association of East Tennessee and a volunteer tax preparer through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. He served a Christian mission for two years in Colombia, South America, and is fluent in Spanish. He currently volunteers in his church's youth program. In his free time, he enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife and two sons, playing strategy games and pickleball. He is a proud sponsor of the Tellico Village Pickleball Club.

Ryan Hoppie is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he supports individuals and families in pursuing their financial goals and working toward financial freedom. He focuses on providing personalized guidance and strategies that align with clients' values and long-term objectives. Prior to his current role, Ryan gained experience as a Portfolio Implementation Specialist at The Vanguard Group, a Financial Literacy Coach at Utah Valley University, and a Client Relationship Manager at Soltis Investment Advisors. He is committed to continuous learning and staying informed about industry trends and regulatory changes. Outside of his professional work, Ryan enjoys biking, camping, family activities, parenthood, and reading.

Michael Seelman is a financial advisor at Proffitt & Goodson Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has prior experience at Arkwise Wealth - Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, as well as a background that includes engagements with Soccer Shots and academic institutions. Proffitt & Goodson Inc. provides discretionary portfolio management, financial and wealth planning, and pension consulting to individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach combined with fundamental analysis and model-based asset allocation, managing accounts primarily on a discretionary basis using a core–satellite strategy with ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities.

Connor Cox is a CFP® professional with one year of industry experience, currently serving at Proffitt & Goodson Inc. He previously worked at Trust Co. of Tennessee and held positions at the University of Tennessee and the Knoxville Police Department. Connor is a board member and treasurer of the Financial Planning Association of East Tennessee. Proffitt & Goodson provides advisory services to individuals, families, trusts, and retirement plans, using an evidence-based investment framework combined with fundamental and technical analysis. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial and wealth planning, pension consulting, and employs both automated and held-away account technologies to manage client assets.

Bryce Hodge is a financial advisor at Blue Ridge Wealth Planners with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, 21st Mortgage, and First Century Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is also a licensed insurance agent offering insurance products to clients. Blue Ridge Wealth Planners is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients with discretionary portfolio management and financial planning. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and value-oriented investment strategies and supports clients through both proprietary and third-party model portfolios.

William Cochran is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving at TVAMP, LLC. His prior work includes positions at Raymond James & Associates and Regions Bank. He is based in Knoxville, TN. TVAMP provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals and employer-sponsored retirement plans, focusing on long-term, asset-allocation strategies using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers. The firm offers a range of services, including wrap-fee programs, educational seminars, and accounting-liaison support.

Melissa Mijares is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience. She is currently affiliated with TVAMP, LLC, a team-based firm in Knoxville, TN, and has worked previously with Edward Jones, Bank of Tennessee, and LPL Financial LLC. Mijares serves as Board Secretary for the Widowed Parent Relief Project in Knoxville. TVAMP provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, and employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a long-term, asset-allocation approach using diversified portfolios primarily made up of mutual funds and ETFs, and offers a range of services including ERISA retirement-plan advisory and access to third-party money managers.

Julia Kaye is a financial advisor with Blue Ridge Wealth Planners in Knoxville, TN. She holds a Series 65 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Blue Ridge Wealth Planners, she worked at Shellpoint Mortgage and 21st Mortgage. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as the Operational Finance and Governance Lead for the Knox County Young Democrats of America. Blue Ridge Wealth Planners is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients. The seven-advisor team manages approximately $276 million using tailored investment strategies that incorporate fundamental, technical, and value-oriented approaches, alongside offering educational materials and events on retirement and financial planning.

Brandon Alley is a financial advisor at Patriot Investment Management Group Inc with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 designation and has worked at Patriot Investment Management Group since 2017, following four years at Brogan Financial Inc. Patriot Investment Management Group serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and third-party manager selection, using fundamental and cyclical analysis to tailor and monitor client portfolios.

Michael Conaty is a financial advisor with TVAMP, LLC in Knoxville, TN, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including First Horizon Advisors, Inc. and Ftb Advisors, Inc., and has been with TVAMP and affiliated entities since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in Knox Youth Sports. TVAMP provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals and employer-sponsored retirement plans, emphasizing a long-term, asset-allocation approach using diversified portfolios primarily composed of mutual funds and ETFs. The firm offers ongoing asset management, retirement-plan advisory services, and access to third-party money managers through institutional platforms and unique features such as a wrap-fee program and educational workshops.

James Brynmor is a financial advisor at Marotta Wealth Management, Inc. based in Knoxville, TN. He holds a Series 65 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Leading Edge Financial Planning, Ameriprise Financial, and Capitol Financial Solutions. Marotta Wealth Management provides wealth management and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, including retirees, university professors, small business owners, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a modern portfolio theory approach with diversified asset allocation and offers fee-only fiduciary advisory services through a multi-advisor team.