David Begala is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sarasota, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2008. Begala serves on the Board of Directors for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, using proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of investment and capital markets solutions.

Odot Hodges is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, TIAA-CREF, Securities America, and Fidelity Brokerage Services. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, and affiliated investment products, supporting its services with a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Mark Fantasia is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 28 years of experience in the industry. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with several firms including Workers Credit Union and CUSO Financial Services. Fantasia also operates Mark Fantasia Wealth Management, where he serves as an insurance agent and investment adviser representative. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base through thousands of financial professionals and provides access to multiple platforms, proprietary model strategies, and third-party advisers.

Daniel Gilmore is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial and its affiliate since 1999. Outside of advising, he is the CEO of Gilmore Family Investments, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients, utilizing analytical tools and risk profiling to tailor non-discretionary planning and investment recommendations. The firm supports a large network of advisors and maintains specialized programs including municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Morgan Edwards is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Morgan Stanley, CEI, and Gallup. Outside of finance, he operates a housesitting and pet sitting business. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services.

Justin Fornataro is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at PNC Investments, PNC Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank NA, and Merrill. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutional and pension plans, charitable organizations, and governmental entities, offering financial planning and advisory services with a variety of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Stephen Jerome is a Wealth Management Advisor and partner in the Polis Jerome Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2004 and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) certification, which he earned in 2006. Mr. Jerome’s expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, and retirement income. Before joining Merrill Lynch, he owned a marketing business in the Atlanta, Georgia area for six years. Stephen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Samford University. He resides in Bradenton with his wife, Jennifer, and their three daughters. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Cheryl Christensen is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She previously worked at A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. from 2004 to 2008. Based in Sarasota, FL, she holds the Series 66 designation. 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.

Dorothy Sperry is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include multiple positions at TD Ameritrade, Scottrade, and Edelman Financial Engines. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a centralized platform for advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

David White is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2014 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in family estate planning through a qualified personal residence trust and manages a real estate investment entity. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Jamie Shapiro is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bradenton, FL, having 24 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of JMS of Sarasota, LLC, which operates Animal Crackers Pets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools.

Conor O'Brien is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Webull Financial LLC. His background includes roles outside the financial sector, such as playing for hockey teams including the Fayetteville Marksmen, Iowa Heartlanders, and Indy Fuel. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes a structured financial planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and broad investment offerings.

Robert Jones is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 66 and Series 65 licenses and 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016 and previously held positions at Merrill and Banc of America Investment Services. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Anticus Services, LLC, a non-investment-related business. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services that include cash-flow, retirement, education, risk, and wealth-transfer planning, utilizing proprietary research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Jeffrey Alexander is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 registration, and has 53 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at LPL Financial, The Investment Center, Inc., Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., and he has operated Alexander Financial for over 25 years. He is involved in community service as a board member of the Washington Community Foundation and serves as president of the Washington Township United Fund. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual, pension, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals and multiple platform options.

Eldin Hadziabdic is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 2007 and joined Merrill in 2016. He holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) designation from The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. and a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from SUNY. Eldin focuses on family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. His approach to financial planning centers on understanding each client's life priorities, enabling him to develop personalized plans that align with their goals and aspirations. He provides access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience and lending solutions of Bank of America. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Eldin and his family reside in Lakewood Ranch, where they participate in community activities supporting organizations such as F.E.L.T. and All Faiths Food Bank. He also holds a National C Soccer Coaching License and coaches soccer at Lakewood Ranch Chargers. His personal interests include soccer, tennis, and traveling.

Tara Meyer is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. She has held multiple roles within the company, including Relationship Manager and Financial Representative, spanning from 2023 to 2026. Her work focuses on collaborating with clients to develop financial plans that prioritize their unique goals, values, and priorities. Tara emphasizes an approach to financial planning that empowers clients by providing the insight, tools, and strategies necessary to align their financial decisions with their long-term objectives. She is committed to supporting clients in managing their assets intentionally to achieve their financial goals. In her personal time, Tara enjoys activities such as beach outings, boating, fitness, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Kevin Hines is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Securities America Advisors, THE O.N. Equity Sales Company, and Ohio National Financial Services. In addition to his advisory role, he handles insurance planning through his business, Hines Financial Services Inc. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a multi-advisor platform with brokerage and advisory services that utilize model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a variety of managed account programs.

Alexander Garner is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with several firms, including First Command Advisory Services and Cetera Advisor Networks, prior to joining Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in 2020. Outside of his advisory work, Garner is involved as a part-time teacher in Manatee County and serves as a board member of the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage, an environmental organization. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm employs multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Travis Abbott is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sarasota, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at AmeriFactors Financial Group for five years before joining Edward Jones. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base that includes individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and maintains a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Michael Conway is a CFP® professional with 43 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His career includes roles at Commonwealth Financial Network, Black Diamond Custom Wealth Management, and Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation. He has also operated Conway Financial Services since 1978. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in fixed insurance sales. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various investment strategies and third-party managers.