Jonathan Vander Hoek is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Greenville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in related business activities including sales of loan products and referrals for home security and automation services. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and utilizes a tiered wrap-fee structure for its investment solutions.

Amalia Carmichael is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She has worked with both Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2014 and 2016, respectively. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tyler Lipscomb is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation. He began his advisory career in 2025 and has prior experience with Americans for Prosperity. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset management programs. The firm delivers services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and primarily utilizes third-party investment programs alongside firm-offered solutions.

Trevor Sherf is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Madison Avenue Securities and Common Sense Retirement Planning. Prior to his financial services career, he held roles in various organizations including Bob Jones University and Southeastern Freight Lines. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver customized recommendation reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Rufus Farley III is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Republic Finance, as well as positions outside finance such as at Outback Steakhouse and the University of South Carolina. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Frank Thomas Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Simpsonville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1988. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the management committees of several family partnerships. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary managed solutions, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm has a large retail advisor and branch network and offers additional capabilities such as a trust company and securities-based lending.

Steve Armaly is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 21 years before joining LPL Financial in 2025. Outside of advising, he is the owner of a non-investment-related business, EEEA, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and integrated financial services.

Madison Pee is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. Before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2025, Madison worked at City Scape Winery and held positions at several other firms including United Community Bank and Cracker Barrel. Merrill, together 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 accounts.

William Bruce is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Greenville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 2016. Bruce is also a member of a business networking group where he exchanges referrals with other professionals. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs. The firm utilizes a variety of third-party asset managers and advisory programs, focusing on personalized client assessments and a broad range of investment options.

David Mitchell is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Easley, SC, with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a residential rental property in Asheville, NC, which he manages with limited personal involvement. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, operating under a fiduciary standard with a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Thomas Way is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and Cherry Bekaert, LLP. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for Camperdown Academy in Greenville, SC, supporting students on the dyslexic spectrum. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute with third-party data to guide its investment approach.

Austin Rose is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He takes a personalized approach to financial planning by understanding clients' priorities to help define and pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His services include investment strategies, retirement planning, and coordinating with Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Austin's career began in consumer banking as an Operations Manager before transitioning into investment advisory after completing his MBA. He holds a Bachelor's degree and a Master of Business Administration from Clemson University. His professional designations include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (SE-AWMA®). He focuses on areas such as education planning, executive compensation, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Austin also participates in community service activities aligned with Merrill's tradition of community involvement.

Brent Whitlock is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Raymond James Financial and its related entities since 2004 and has operated Whitlock Financial Services LLC since 2013. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and offers specialized services such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Christopher Hartnett is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He is currently with Ameriprise in Greenville, SC, having joined the firm in 2023. His prior experience includes roles at Truist Advisory Services, Truist Investment Services, and BB&T Securities. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Deforrest Durham is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 35 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has worked at Osaic since 2018, following a two-year tenure at Signator Investors, Inc. Durham is also the president of Durham Investment Services, LLC, where he manages the sale of securities and insurance-related products. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base that includes individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of integrated financial services and employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Katie Best is a Series 66-credentialed advisor at Edward Jones with experience beginning in 2023 and a diverse background including roles outside finance such as operating Kate's Face Paint Creations and working at The Health Dare. She has held two separate terms with Edward Jones and a position at Grandbohemian Art Gallery. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management and a large national network of financial advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options under a fiduciary standard.

Matthew Miller is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual Life Insurance Company and MassMutual Investors Services since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Miller has ownership interests in aviation-related businesses, including GO FLY, LLC and Northbridge Aviation, LLC. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm structures financial planning as annual, collaborative engagements using firm-approved tools, with implementation requiring separate brokerage or insurance arrangements.

Natassya Tossany is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Morgan Stanley in Greenville, SC. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering comprehensive financial planning and investment advisory services supported by structured planning tools and research from its Global Investment Committee.

Amberlyn White is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Powdersville, SC, holding two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at ASE Private Wealth and held roles in staffing, education, and retail sectors. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary managed solutions, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors.

Judith Brown is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Edward Jones, where she has worked since 2015. She has 10 years of industry experience. Outside of her advisory role, she co-manages a rental property with her husband. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including households across various wealth levels, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and maintains a large national network of advisors and branches.