John Herbert is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His background includes roles in education and hospitality, including positions at the University of South Florida and Hilton ALBA. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

James Ciocia is a financial advisor at Cetera with 38 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at National Securities Corporation and Gilman & Ciocia Inc. in various roles spanning over four decades. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates Generations Tax & Wealth Management, a CPA and wealth management firm, and serves as an insurance agent for Universal Financial Consultants, focusing on fixed life insurance sales. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform that includes model portfolios, third-party managers, and customized strategies.

Keith Harvey is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience, currently serving at Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Based in Tampa, FL, he has worked exclusively with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans throughout his career. Outside of his advisory role, he manages personal rental properties. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits through a network of Financial Advisors. Their planning approach covers a broad range of financial topics, offering holistic, goal-based analyses and allowing clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under consolidated billing.

Andrew Whitmore is a CFP® professional with 31 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Ameriprise since 2009 and currently manages his practice through a legal entity he established for administrative purposes. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed written recommendations that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice through a centralized consulting team.

William Steves is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and Sunamerica Securities, Inc. Steves is also president and owner of Steves Investment Management, Inc., an investment-related entity used for tax reporting purposes. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with portfolio optimization and offers a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by multiple custodial relationships and alternative investment platforms.

Gerhard Steven Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palm Harbor, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he held various roles including work with Virgin Islands Small Business Development and Federal Emergency Management Agency. He also operated a taxi service business for a period. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and utilizing firm-approved tools and methodologies to support clients’ financial goals.

Gopal Sharma is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. and Questar Capital. Sharma also operates a sole proprietorship providing tax and accounting services and runs a corporation focused on life, health, and disability insurance sales. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse clientele, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with a wide range of advisory and brokerage services delivered through a multi-advisor platform.

Nickeel Kanji is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Merrill and Phelps Dunbar LLP and has a background that includes roles at the University of Central Florida. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a diverse range of funds and model portfolios.

Cassandra Rigney is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Land O Lakes, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Primerica, she worked in various roles including at Turo and the USA Census Bureau. Outside of her advisory work, she also drives for Lyft on a part-time basis. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients within a wrap-fee structure.

Kenneth Carruba is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 33 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Waddell & Reed, Inc., Carruba Quealy & Associates, and Silent Partners Technology, where he was also a business owner. Outside of his advisory work, he has owned an insurance business and maintained involvement in investment-related activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, and institutions. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services supported by a broad range of investment options and operational tools, with oversight of over $819 billion in discretionary assets and a network of more than 22,800 advisors.

Rufus Hawkins II is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Suncoast Credit Union, CUNA Brokerage Services, Edward Jones, and Fifth Third Securities. Hawkins is also actively involved with Suncoast Credit Union in an advisory capacity. 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.

April Bronson is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Raymond James and Associates, Signator Investors, Inc., and Full Circle Financial. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates Bronson's Crafts N Such, where she creates and sells hand-painted wood items. Osaic Wealth serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning and advisor-managed portfolios. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by risk-tolerance tools and allows advisors to implement discretionary strategies or select third-party managers.

Zehra Candler is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at USAA Financial Advisors and Watson Capital Management. She is also involved with Candler Wealth Management, a business entity related to tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a broad advisory platform. The firm offers diverse financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Eileen Thompson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Clearwater, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1995. Outside of her primary role, she serves as a power of attorney for a non-investment-related entity in Green Cove Springs, Florida. 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 model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jason Pinholster is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2016. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

George Keim is a CFP® certificant with over 33 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2006 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. In addition to his advisory role, he is an associate at Hirschberger Financial Services, where he provides financial planning services including tax and estate planning. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse clientele, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm uses analytical tools and risk profiling to tailor non-discretionary planning and encourages implementation through its advisory programs and other providers.

Kevin Donoghue is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, Donoghue serves on several boards including the Dunedin Fine Art Center and the Morton Plant Mease Health Care Foundation, and he is chairman of the Pinellas Health Facilities Authority. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research-driven modeling and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary retirement recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Jessica Whitton is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years at the firm and 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of several family rental properties. 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 diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Raymond Mckenney is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been assisting clients with financial decisions since 2010 and joined Merrill in 2018. Raymond holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He also maintains Series 6, 7, 63, and 66 registrations with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Raymond works with individuals, families, and business owners to develop tailored strategies that support their financial goals and long-term vision. His areas of focus include retirement income planning, wealth management, estate planning strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, and personal retirement planning. He aims to simplify complex financial decisions and collaborates with tax and legal professionals to provide a cohesive planning experience. He attended the University of South Florida - Saint Petersburg, though no degree was conferred. Outside of work, Raymond enjoys traveling, attending sporting events, fishing, boating, baseball, golfing, and spending time with his family. He lives in St. Petersburg, Florida, with his wife, Erica, and their two children, and is actively involved in youth coaching and mentoring within his community.

Jean Pierre Di Vito is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing comprehensive wealth management strategies tailored to individual client needs, including wealth transfer and allocation, retirement and estate planning services, banking, and concentrated stock risk management. Jean Pierre and his team draw upon over 55 years of combined industry experience to serve clients with customized, integrated approaches. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from LaSalle University and professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His team stays current with market strategies, trends, regulations, and tax laws to develop innovative financial plans aligned with clients' long-term goals. Jean Pierre is involved in several professional organizations such as the All Children's Foundation, Florida Orchestra, Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, La Salle University Alumni, National Audubon Society, and St Petersburg Opera. He also contributes to the community as a volunteer with the American Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity.