Alexander Roliczek is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with three years of industry experience, currently associated with Cetera. He has held roles at multiple firms including Commonwealth Financial Group and Securian Financial Services Inc. Outside of advisory work, he has experience in fixed insurance sales and financial services. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser operating a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers and multiple program structures.

James Jones is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2014 and also at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2022. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a centralized operational structure supporting a large client base.

James Plair Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 1999 and was previously with Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a group health insurance brokerage business under James B. Plair Jr & Associates. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and various third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels tailored to client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizons.

James Mellette III is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Merrill since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, Mellette serves as a steward for the High Hills of Santee Historical Society, participating in meeting organization and membership oversight. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Roger Mulhern is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. He holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools without providing individual security recommendations as part of its standalone planning services.

Ashley Carter is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously held roles at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Northwestern Mutual Investment Management, and Herschel Harvey. 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.

Thomas Rogers is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, working with the Chakeris Group in the Charleston, SC area. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2017. In his role, Thomas focuses on assisting clients with various financial planning needs including education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, retirement income, and socially responsible investing among others. His approach involves understanding each client's individual priorities and concerns to develop tailored investment strategies aimed at achieving their desired retirement lifestyle. Thomas holds a B.S. in Financial Management with a corporate emphasis and a minor in accounting from Clemson University. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) professional and holds Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. He also has designations as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Thomas values building long-term relationships based on trust and transparency, and he is dedicated to educating his clients to help them make informed financial decisions. Born and raised in Charleston, Thomas enjoys being back in the Lowcountry. Outside of work, he spends time with his wife, Tanner, and they enjoy outdoor activities such as boating and golfing. He is passionate about Clemson athletics and is a member of the Clemson Young Alumni Association. Thomas is also involved with the American Red Cross.

Tyler Scott is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Thrivent, and Lucas Concrete Products, as well as employment at Sewanee: The University of the South and South Mecklenburg High School. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jyh Yee Lan is a Wealth Management Advisor with over four decades of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management since 1982, providing personalized financial advice that addresses a broad range of client needs and objectives. Jyh focuses on helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complexities of the financial marketplace to achieve both their financial and life goals. Her expertise includes education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, retirement planning, small business strategies, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Jyh holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from The Ohio State University. She maintains professional designations that include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). These credentials support her ability to develop and refine strategies that evolve with changing market conditions. Jyh is also active in community organizations such as The Ohio State University Foundation, Wing’s Charitable Foundation, and The American Revolutionary War Museum. Outside of her professional work, Jyh enjoys biking, cooking, golfing, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Kirk Baser is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and related entities since 2015 and previously at Summit Financial Group Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Dead Solid Golf Marketing, a golf marketing business he has operated since 1998. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients nationwide. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and consulting services, combining affiliated and third-party managers across discretionary and non-discretionary program structures.

John Atkinson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Mount Pleasant, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at KESTRA Investment Services, Executive Benefits Group, and Charon Planning. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in several business entities related to tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with discretionary and non-discretionary management options supported by research and model portfolios.

Elizabeth Couturier is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2004. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a volunteer committee member on the Charleston County School District’s Health Advisory Committee, participating in curriculum selection for Comprehensive Health Education. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm integrates internal and third-party investment approaches and delivers account administration, trading, and custody support across a range of client types.

Michael Felton II is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise in Charleston, SC. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2025, he spent 11 years at Bank of America and Merrill. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized retirement income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing annual advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients approaching or in retirement.

Edmond Coxe Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial and Securian Financial Services. Coxe also serves as a financial professional with Commonwealth Financial Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that provides a range of investment and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm operates a multi-manager platform offering diverse portfolio management options and serves over 10,000 advisors and approximately 800,000 clients nationwide.

Steven Potter is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Mount Pleasant, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2021, he worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2011 to 2021. His other business activities include fiduciary duties as an executor. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, offering written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary advice, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Howard Bridges is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked with various Fidelity entities since 1993. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm’s investment process combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

David Armstrong II is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009, currently serving at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including customized financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Robert Butler is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at US Lawshield, Marine Repair Services, Mediterranean Shipping Company, and several positions connected to educational institutions and hospitality in South Carolina. He is also involved as a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with various program options and custodial relationships.

Leonard Hutchison IV is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non‑qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non‑discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS‑driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jennifer Odell is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones and Publix Supermarkets. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers goal-based planning across various areas such as retirement, tax, estate, and special needs, with options to combine planning with managed account services under a consolidated billing program called WealthPlan.