Joseph Hubbard is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing, where he has worked since 2021, and previously held roles at PNC Investments, MML Investors Services LLC, and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory work, Hubbard coaches and teaches lacrosse at Seaforth High School in Pittsboro, North Carolina. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Paul Birkenstock is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Marketing Ventures of America and The Turas Group, as well as several years in educational and camp settings prior to joining Fidelity. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios from a broad universe of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and it serves a range of clients through discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services.

Amy Peters is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2010 in various roles. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including households of varying net worth, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Andrew Love is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Onemain Financial for nine years before joining Fidelity. Andrew is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS‑qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Gregory Archer is a CFP® professional with over 21 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones in Durham, NC since 2004. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and operates a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Christian Hill is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services and Fidelity Investments. Hill also has experience outside finance, including employment at Bonefish Grill and Campus Towers. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Larsen Wharton is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2026. Larsen has been with Fidelity since 2021, progressing through various positions including Investment Solutions Representative II and I, High Net Worth Service Associate, and Customer Relationship Advocate. This progression reflects extensive experience in client-facing roles within the investment solutions domain. In this capacity, Larsen collaborates with clients to understand their financial goals and develop strategies to support informed decision-making. Larsen leverages both personal experience and Fidelity's resources to assist clients in navigating their financial journeys. Outside of work, Larsen's interests include beach activities, family engagements, outdoor adventures, parenthood, and skiing.

Michael Irvin is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones in 2026, he worked at several firms including Equitable Advisors, Compass Insurance Advisors, and Philadelphia American Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Staff-1 Services Group, providing support staff and guest services for events. 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 and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Dylan Howard is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments and United Textile Distribution, as well as a six-year period at Frank Howard's Backhoe Service prior to entering the financial industry. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and oversees affiliated sub-advisers with an emphasis on governance and compliance.

Samuel Bogaczyk is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Coastal Federal Credit Union, CUSO Financial Services, Bank of America, Merrill, and Yadkin Bank. He also served ten years in educational roles at Durant Road Middle School, Millbrook High School, and Appalachian State University. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a nonprofit board member for Overflowing Hands, Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, combining research and portfolio management solutions across discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Mark Brackett is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Chapel Hill, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 46 years of industry experience. His career includes tenures at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2020. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides advisory services that often incorporate scenario modeling and planning but leave implementation and updates to clients.

Michael Ray is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He serves as an advisor and foundational point of contact for clients seeking to build trusted relationships. Michael prioritizes understanding clients' goals to develop tailored financial plans and investment strategies aimed at pursuing their lifelong objectives. He has held multiple roles at Fidelity Investments, including Workplace Planning Associate in 2024, Workplace Planning Consultant I from 2024 to 2025, and Workplace Planning Consultant II from 2025 to 2026. This progression reflects his growing expertise in workplace planning and investment consultation. Outside of his professional work, Michael has interests in fitness, food, football, golf, lake activities, and traveling.

Douglas Richmond is a financial advisor at Osaic with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 51 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2025, he spent 27 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. He is also licensed to offer various insurance products, including accident and health insurance, disability insurance, life settlements, premium financing, and traditional life insurance. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to multiple investment platforms and third-party money managers.

Christine Singer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments and FIDELITY Brokerage Services LLC since 2018. Prior to her financial career, she held roles at Cambridge Proofreading, the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, and American Journal Experts. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio construction. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic methods, serving a broad range of investors through discretionary and non-discretionary approaches.

Heather Green is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Chapel Hill, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 10 years of industry experience. Her prior firms include Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc and SunTrust Advisory Services. She is also commissioned as a North Carolina Notary Public. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client solutions.

Meghan Porter serves as a Resident Director at Merrill, where she focuses on wealth management for high-net-worth individuals, their families, and businesses. Her role involves delivering investment insights, banking convenience, and lending solutions through Bank of America, while leveraging a global network of specialists to support clients in navigating today's changing financial markets. Meghan emphasizes a goals-based wealth management platform to develop and personalize financial strategies that align with clients' life priorities and aspirations. With a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Trust and Wealth Management from Campbell University, Meghan is a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). She assists clients with estate planning, investments, wealth transfer, retirement income, and services related to defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Her expertise extends to institutional investment consulting, legacy planning, employee benefits, portfolio management, and strategies tailored for women and wealth. Beyond her professional commitments, Meghan is active in the community as a board member for the North Carolina Educational Scholarship Fund and a member of the Junior League of the Palm Beaches. She resides in Cary with her husband and enjoys music, family time, and traveling.

Todd Gaertner is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2021. He has been with Fidelity since 2007, progressing through multiple positions including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Financial Representative, and Retirement Investment Services. His career in financial services dates back to 1993, with experience in stock brokering and trading at various firms such as First Hanover Securities, M S Farrell, M H Meyerson, Schwab Capital Markets, and Cummins Financial. Throughout his career, Todd has worked extensively in financial consulting, investment consulting, and retirement investment services, leveraging a comprehensive background in trading and market making. He collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial plans aimed at aligning with their needs and long-term goals while enhancing clarity and confidence in their financial decisions.

Antoinette Russell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Lenovo, Greene Resources, Abrigo, ArchiveSocial, and Best Buy. Outside of advising, she operates an e-commerce business with Amway Vitality Essentials and participates as an Amazon Associate. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Matthew Desocio is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity since 2021, with prior employment including roles at East Carolina University and Jaguar Land Rover of Raleigh. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC, where Desocio is affiliated, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Joseph Vicars is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chapel Hill, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. since 2011. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.