Nathan Strode is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Ryan Cooke is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2024 and has prior work experience in various roles including positions at US Tech Solutions Inc and State Employees' Credit Union. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial product offerings, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Michael Carter is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. He has been with The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2005. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to create personalized portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Tyler Waters is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard and its affiliated entities since 2020 and previously worked at Edward Jones and WestRock Company. Vanguard Advisers provides both 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, managing portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, and serves a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisory teams.

Alexander Rosenthal is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Vanguard-affiliated firms since 2023. Prior to his current role, he has held positions at Randstad, Morris Costumes, and Ameresco. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice for retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to set personalized asset allocations, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Hope Glashen is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2021. She previously worked at TIAA-CREF from 2014 to 2021. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages a rental property. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice 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 constructs portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Anne Douglas is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. Her prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Clearview Wealth Management. She also provides notary services on a part-time basis. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, employing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach that utilizes proprietary methodologies and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm is notable for its scale and digital delivery, managing a large client base through a combination of automated platforms and a team servicing model.

Nicholas Atkinson is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard since 2017, working across Vanguard Advisers, Vanguard Marketing Corporation, and The Vanguard Group. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President of Product Development for Genick Dealer Solutions, a consulting and auditing firm. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supporting a high client-to-advisor ratio through its digital platform and broad range of customizable investment options.

Melissa Quillan is a CFP® and Series 63 holder with 12 years of experience in the financial industry. She has been with The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2014, currently based in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, constructing portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs with various tax-aware and customization features.

Leonard Bullard Jr. is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. He has worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2017 and is the owner of Bullard Strong LLC, an e-commerce business focused on creating TikTok videos to promote products. Prior to Vanguard, he held positions at Pet Paradise and 4G Project People. Vanguard Advisers provides 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 is notable for its scale and digital delivery, managing a large number of client relationships through a combination of technology and advisory teams.

Austin Crass is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he was involved with Smart Home CLT, LLC from 2020 to 2022. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through digital and personal advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach featuring proprietary models and a range of customizable portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Meagan Scarlette is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Us Tech Solutions, The Vanguard Group, Momentum Realty, and Galavantier. 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 provides a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Christopher Gaffney is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, he worked at NYLife Securities, LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. 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 primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a high volume of client relationships through a digital platform supported by a large team of advisors.

Gary Phillips is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, Inc., and 131 Main. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and largely invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Logan Murphy is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 10 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. He previously worked at Capital Client Group, Inc. for nine years before joining Vanguard in 2026. 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 offers portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs with various customization options.

Matthew Atkinson is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers. He has held roles at The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Vanguard Marketing Corporation since 2011 and is also the owner of Adeline's Cup of Tea, LLC. His background includes over a decade at S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co. and involvement in private investment partnerships and fiduciary roles for family trusts. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach featuring proprietary glide-path methodologies and portfolios constructed largely from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Lucas Zubrod is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 2009. He has also been affiliated with The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Vanguard Marketing Corporation since 2002. Zubrod serves as Treasurer and board member of Lake Wylie Lutheran Church, where he manages the church's financial operations. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary models and portfolios built mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a digital platform supported by over 2,200 advisors.

Shawnette Pate is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Vanguard since 2014 and has additional work history in entertainment services and food service roles. Outside of her advisory work, she has involvement in event staffing and previously owned a residential complex services business. 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 methodologies and offers a broad range of portfolio customization options, managing a large client base through its digital platform combined with advisor support.

Austin Bell is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2021 and previously held roles at LPL Financial and Investment Centers of America, Inc. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm’s investment approach is goal-based and algorithm-driven, using proprietary models to create personalized asset allocations primarily with Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Kevin Cline is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2025 and concurrently affiliated with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and THE Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2022. Prior to his financial career, he worked at Shanghai High School International Division from 2017 to 2022. Vanguard Advisers provides 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 is notable for its scale and digital delivery, managing hundreds of thousands of client relationships through a combination of automated platforms and advisor teams.