Ken Carlson is a CFP® with five years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. He has held roles within The Vanguard Group and Vanguard Marketing Corporation since 2021 and has prior experience at Techtronic Industries and Delta Airlines. Carlson is also the owner of an investment-related rental property business. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to deliver personalized asset allocations, with portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Steven Choo is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with a Series 66 designation and one year of experience at Vanguard and its affiliated entities. His prior work includes positions at WOW Payments and involvement with the Summer Youth Employment Program in Chinatown. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to construct portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and managing a large scale of client relationships.

Robert Fox is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard entities since 2013 in various capacities. His other business activities include serving as an executor for an immediate family member’s estate. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large advisor team and a digital delivery platform.

Lily Waters is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and beginning her advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, she worked in healthcare-related roles at Bayada, Autumn Care of Cornelius, and Autism Learning Partners. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions and manages approximately $671 billion in assets.

John Shaffer is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Corpay and Wells Fargo Advisors. 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 investment options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Benton Holbrooks is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Digital Intelligence Systems LLC and prior teaching positions at Appalachian State University and Concord High School. He also operated an Animal Bed and Breakfast for ten years. 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 employs over 14,000 advisors and manages approximately $671 billion in assets, offering a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Christopher Charte is a CFP® professional with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. His career includes multiple roles at The Vanguard Group, Inc., along with prior experience at Selective Wealth Management and Barrett-Johnson & Associates. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through services tailored for retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to construct portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and managing a large client base with a combination of digital platforms and advisor support.

Thomas Francomano is a financial advisor at Merrill with the Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2018 and also works as a coach for True Lacrosse. Merrill provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individual investors, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional accounts using model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party teams.

Nicholas Harris is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. He previously worked at BB&T for three years and has been with The Vanguard Group since 2021. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs, delivering services at scale through a combination of digital platforms and advisor teams.

Onyinyechuku Nwokorie is a CFP® professional affiliated with Vanguard Advisers, with eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments, T. Rowe Price, and PNC Bank. Currently based in Charlotte, NC, he has been with Vanguard and its affiliated entities since 2026. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary models to create personalized portfolios predominantly composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, supporting a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisory teams.

James Gniadek is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard and its affiliates since 2021. Prior to his current role, his work experience includes various positions outside the financial industry and at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create personalized portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large team of advisors and a scalable digital platform.

Jackson Klein is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Vanguard, he worked at Morgan Stanley and United Community Bank, Inc. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and tax-aware features.

Natalie Glenn is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2015 and Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC since 2018. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

William Fisher is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Vanguard Advisers and its affiliated entities, including Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, where he has worked since 2022. Prior to that, he held roles at Edward Jones and was involved with organizations such as Western Carolina University and local arts and activity centers. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models to set personalized asset allocations, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs, with various tax-aware and customization features.

Paul Jackson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2009. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Gustavo Andrade Alanis is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and four years of industry experience. He has worked at various Vanguard affiliates since 2021 and previously held positions outside the financial sector, including roles at CVS Health and educational institutions. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisor teams.

Sofia Estimable Charles is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at firms including Fidelity Investments and Truist. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios centered on Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and tax-aware features.

Sally Schroeder is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers. She has been with The Vanguard Group since 2010. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and is notable for its scale and digital delivery model.

Eileen Stoner is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2021, following a decade at UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and scenario modeling.

Edie Kijesky is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Huntersville, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2018 and previously held roles at Sourcepoint/ISGN and Ocwen. Outside of her advisory work, she is a VIP Ambassador for Plexus, a position involving a small monthly time commitment. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm relies on model-based investment strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through established third-party providers.