Jeff Dear is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Guardian Life Insurance Company, Park Avenue Securities, Wells Fargo, MassMutual, and PNC Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach involves structured discovery conversations and approved tools, with a focus on advisory services rather than individual security recommendations.

Charles Nelson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership in Noslen Group LLC, involved in investment-related activities. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Shelly Beaulieu is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She has held her current position since 1999 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joshua Cabada is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping individuals and families navigate important financial decisions with confidence, focusing on building strong, trust-based relationships through clear communication and responsive service. Joshua works closely with clients on areas such as family wealth management strategies, retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible investing, tax minimization, and small business strategies. Joshua holds a Bachelor's Degree from Kennesaw State University and has earned professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is bilingual, proficient in both English and Spanish. Outside of his professional role, Joshua enjoys camping, genealogy, hunting, music, soccer, spending time with his family, and woodworking. His approach centers on uncovering what matters most to clients and their families to create strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals.

Joseph Armenta III is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, he worked in the hospitality industry at various establishments including Southern Roots Tavern and Eatery and Dingus Magees. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Charlton Bulkin is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Peachtree Corners, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and also has experience with MassMutual Life Insurance Co and MetLife Securities Inc. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Kenneth Collett is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, incorporating economic modeling techniques to help clients evaluate potential outcomes.

James Tuenge is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Johns Creek, GA. He holds a Series 66 credential and began his advisory career in 2025 after a 28-year tenure at Newell Brands. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in market research studies related to food product testing. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, offering goal-based financial planning without discretionary portfolio management. Their approach includes comprehensive written recommendations across various planning areas and allows clients to integrate planning with managed-account services through a consolidated billing option called WealthPlan.

Cory Robinson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Buford, GA, holding a Series 66 license and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2018 and previously worked at Invest Financial Corporation for five years. Robinson also owns Cory L Robinson CPA PC, a tax preparation and accounting business he has operated since 2012. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, offering a range of financial planning and asset management solutions including model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and institutional platforms.

Jesse Warshaw is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley and UBS Financial Services, as well as at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Luz Botero Lopez is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities, as well as the Stern Law Firm and AVT Inc. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and operates an e-commerce business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools.

Charles Williams III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2011 to 2022. Wells Fargo Clearing specializes in retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, providing tailored investment solutions and acting as an ERISA fiduciary when advising clients.

Tok Son is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America NA and has experience in construction and retail sectors. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Justin Cook is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Alpharetta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at Edward Jones for six years and has held roles at several companies including Kimberly Clark and Halyard Health. In addition to his advisory role, Cook is involved with Crump Life Insurance Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services utilizing model portfolios, third-party managers, and customized strategies.

Henry Dodson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities for several years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Eric Hansen is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2013, he worked at Financial Telesis Inc, Invest-N-U, LLC, Arista Investment Advisors, LLC, and Citigroup Global Markets. He is also involved with Hartman Astor Investment Consultants. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Luke Snider is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he is a member of the Snider Team. He began his career at Merrill Lynch in 2009 after graduating from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Luke has over 15 years of experience in wealth management, focusing on areas such as college education planning, international wealth management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Luke holds a Bachelor's Degree from Georgia Institute of Technology and has earned professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) from the Investments & Wealth Institute, Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He has been recognized by Forbes on the 2023 list of "Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors Best-in-State" and as a member of The Snider Team on the 2023 and 2024 Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" lists. Outside of his professional work, Luke is an active member of Buckhead Church and the GT Mentor Jackets. He resides in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife Lilian and enjoys football, woodworking, yoga, and spending time with his family. He also serves as a small group leader and volunteer at Buckhead Church and maintains connections within the Georgia Tech community.

Barbara Denton is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2016 and previously worked with Dominguez & Jones Wealth Management Group. Outside of her advising role, she is involved as an independent contractor selling gourmet food through Tastefully Simple. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools to align recommendations with client goals and supports its services with technology and specialized consulting programs.

Alex Cunningham is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Duluth, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Financial Services since 2009. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and a selection of discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm uses a tiered wrap-fee structure and curates third-party asset managers, delegating trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Steven Keener is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.