Trista Calvert is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Brentwood, TN, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She previously worked at First Tennessee Bank from 2013 to 2019 and has been associated with First Horizon Bank since 2019. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms while supporting a large network of over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

William Sullivan is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management and a senior partner with The Sullivan Gardner Group. He focuses on advising entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, and their families, managing accumulated life savings to support business ventures, retirement planning, intergenerational wealth transfer, and charitable gifting. Bill delivers a comprehensive and customized suite of strategies, often anticipating client needs based on decades of experience. With over 25 years in financial services, Bill’s expertise includes family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, small business strategies, and tax minimization. His professional background spans private banking, capital markets, corporate finance, and public tax accounting, with prior roles at Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley, ABN AMRO, and Arthur Andersen. Bill holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Villanova University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Bill maintains offices in Chicago and Nashville, serving a national clientele. He is involved with professional and community organizations, including The Fountains of Musica Foundation, BSA Troop 31, and Mending Hearts Inc. Personal interests include reading, running, and traveling.

Chirag Delwadia is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2009 to 2021. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of financial product offerings than typical large institutional advisers.

Michael Murdock is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 23 years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Global Shares Inc., Stephens Inc., Edward Jones, and Wells Fargo Clearing. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2022. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process utilizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools, focusing on advisory services without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Bernie De Velle Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2018. Prior to that, he was employed at CORT Business Services for three years. Merrill, alongside 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 a variety of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities.

Stuart Smith is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and previously at Citigroup Global Markets from 1993 to 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as chair of the finance committee for the Tennessee Golf Foundation, which promotes amateur and professional golf in Tennessee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Jeffrey Sloan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and previously spent seven years at Morgan Stanley and six years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. 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.

Lisa Webb is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her financial services career in 2003 with Banc of America Investment Services and joined Merrill in 2008. Lisa serves a diverse clientele of forward-thinking individuals and families across the greater Middle Tennessee area and nationwide, including active and retired physicians, educators, and senior-level executives in various industries such as technology. Her approach is centered on ongoing, comprehensive financial planning designed to identify clients’ goals and address potential risks. With expertise spanning education planning, retirement income, tax-minimization, estate planning, portfolio management, and socially responsible investing, Lisa builds customized financial strategies tailored to each client’s situation. She also assists clients in navigating Social Security, Medicare, long-term care, and coordinating with other professional advisors. Lisa holds a Bachelor’s degree from Pace University and holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, tennis, and traveling.

Jonathan Wickersheim is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hendersonville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a photography business where he manages photo sessions and client communications. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Katharina Glover is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2008. The firm oversees approximately $501 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. Raymond James & Associates offers a range of services such as financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, supported by a nationwide adviser network and multiple portfolio management styles.

Sarah Szpak is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2018 and previously held roles at Spa Haus and Carraway Center. 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, and institutional investors.

Shelly Pearson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She previously worked for Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC for 13 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2022. 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.

Neal Faught is a CFP® with 25 years of experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2007. He holds Series 63 registration and is based in Brentwood, TN. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership interests in a bookkeeping and tax preparation service, and he co-owns an LLC that pools funds to support practice expenses and marketing. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes annual, collaborative planning relationships using analytical tools, with clients implementing recommendations through separate brokerage or insurance arrangements.

Jason Pharris is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with various divisions of Morgan Stanley since 2007 and serves as a board member and director of the Brandywine Pointe Home Owners Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Shari Lyle is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Ftb Advisors, Inc., First Tennessee Brokerage, Inc., Fifth Third Securities, Inc., and Citigroup Global Markets. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a broad range of non-advisory financial services.

John Halsell IV is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He serves as a trustee and holds power of attorney related to family mineral royalty investments. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio management strategies utilizing both in-house and third-party managers.

Karianne Subgrunski is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 2011, based in Brentwood, TN. 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. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kyndra Chaffin is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2006. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base—including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities—and offers financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional advisory services through various specialized programs.

Mitzi Michaelson is a Wealth Management Advisor with more than 24 years of experience in financial and wealth management services. She joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000 after working for JC Bradford as an investment advisor and sales coordinator for the Defined Asset Trust division. Mitzi serves as a Senior Portfolio Advisor, managing custom investment strategies on a discretionary basis, utilizing Merrill model portfolios and third-party investment options. Mitzi holds an MBA from Middle Tennessee State University and a bachelor's degree from Millsaps College. She has earned several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She previously served as co-president of the Tennessee Chapter of Women's Exchange at Merrill. Mitzi resides in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with her husband Rick and daughter Ellie. She and her husband are involved in the local medical community and have held leadership roles in the Stones River Medical Alliance, Tennessee State Medical Alliance, and the American Heart Association. Mitzi is a member of The Rutherford Society and actively participates in the Charity Circle of Murfreesboro. She is also affiliated with St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Murfreesboro.

Daniel Smith is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Nashville, TN. He has been with LPL Financial and its predecessor firms since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in independent insurance brokerages that place non-variable life insurance, fixed annuities, and long-term care insurance. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.