John Witt is a financial advisor with Merrill in Greenville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2003 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2022. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Carter Mc Crary is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, where he has worked for 10 years. He has nine years of industry experience. Outside of advisory work, he is a co-owner of McCrary Property Group, LLC, an LLC established for potential future property investments. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Isaac Monkiewicz is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial plans tailored to their individual needs and goals. He utilizes Fidelity's tools and resources to provide guidance and strategies aimed at helping clients manage their financial journeys effectively. Isaac's professional experience includes roles as an Investment Consultant, Director Retirement Planner, and Retirement Planner at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025. Prior to that, he worked as a Senior Financial Services Representative at Morgan Stanley from 2020 to 2023. Outside of his professional work, Isaac has interests in biking, cars, cooking and baking, hiking, parenthood, and snowboarding.

Kimberly Cordone is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Wachovia Bank, N.A. since 2007 and with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party analytics.

Karen Sweet is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Greenville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2009. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning.

Kenneth Hicks is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2018, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He is based in Greenville, SC. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 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, offering financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and municipal advisory services.

Ronald Metcalf Jr. is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and spanning 39 years in the industry. His career includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, Reliastar, VOYA Financial Advisors, and ownership of The IBEX Group. He serves on the finance committee of Rock Springs Baptist Church. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, including affiliated and third-party managers, and oversees more than $256 billion in assets.

William Mc Atee is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, Crestview Group, and Adobe, as well as a five-year period at Clemson University. Merrill, in conjunction with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies overseen by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Veronica Mackey is an Investment Consultant with extensive experience in wealth planning and financial advisory roles. She has worked at various firms including Axia Wealth Advisors Raymond James, Tilly, Inc., Parallel Financial - Fiduciary Alliance, The PS Group - Consolidated Planning, Northwestern Mutual, Palmetto Trust and Investment Group Raymond James, and Ameriprise. Her professional background encompasses positions such as Wealth Planning Associate, Paraplanner and Head of Operations, Director of Operations, Financial Advisor, Lead Associate Advisor, Registered Sales Assistant, and Broker Trainee. This diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of financial planning and operations within the financial services industry. Outside of her professional endeavors, Veronica enjoys attending concerts, kayaking, reading, and traveling.

Bobby Ragan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greer, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2016. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisers. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and various investment strategies.

Joseph Christiano is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 66 registration and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he founded Christiano Financial Coaching and spent 15 years at Duke Energy. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Gregory Zander is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously spent 17 years at Metlife Securities, Inc. Zander serves on the board of Regency Commons in Greer, SC. 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 offers collaborative, annual planning relationships utilizing firm-approved software and includes specialized planning services such as divorce and estate-settlement planning.

William Brown is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America. He is also a business owner of Brown Smith Investments, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and financial planning services supported by a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Nicholas Ray is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Financial Services and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience in athletics-related businesses. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research.

Timothy Lee is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wachovia Bank, N.A. 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 a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Mark Boukather is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC since 2024. Prior to joining OSAIC, he spent 21 years at Triad Advisors, Inc. He is also an owner and advisor at Hawkins & Boukather, LLC, an investment and asset management business. Boukather serves as a board member-at-large for the Riverstead Property Owners Association and acts as a bookkeeper for Hallmark Baptist Church. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to construct diversified portfolios managed on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Shaila Griffis is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2025, she worked at Fidelity Investments for three years. Outside of finance, she works as a consultant and independent contractor in pet sitting. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Corey Phillips is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Greenville, SC, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. He has 14 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2011. Phillips also serves as an adjunct professor teaching finance at Presbyterian College. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products.

Mary Crowley is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member of the Sagent Society, a Spartanburg-based women’s group that hosts speakers from various local associations and charities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individual and institutional clients, offering customized financial planning and a range of investment programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and market models.

Jonas Harley is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with corporate executives and their families to develop financial plans tailored to their specific needs, values, and goals. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, progressing through various roles including Benefits & Planning Consultant, Executive Services; Workplace Planning Consultant II and I; High Net Worth Associate; and Financial Representative - Full Trader. He holds the designation of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and possesses a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Jonas has interests in baseball, fitness, football, hiking, museums, and reading.