Karyn Lancaster is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in North Charleston, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has worked with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 2004 and operates a DBA, Valerie E. Thomas & Associates, LLC. 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 through a national network of representatives. The firm offers diversified advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Brandon Benton is a financial advisor with Merrill in Mount Pleasant, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2018 and was previously employed by AXA Advisors, LLC. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Hugli is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Johns Island, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 57 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured planning tools and a comprehensive investment approach.

Robert Philbeck IV is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2014 and is also associated with Maryland Financial Group, Inc. and Legacy Wealth Management. Philbeck conducts educational workshops as part of his other activities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and third-party research.

Collin Graves is currently serving as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. He joined Fidelity in 2018 and has held various positions including Financial Consultant and Investment Solutions Consultant, bringing a broad understanding of financial planning and investment strategies. Prior to joining Fidelity, Collin worked as a Financial Consultant at AXA Advisors from 2014 to 2018. Throughout his career, Collin has focused on partnering with clients to identify their unique financial goals and provide guidance tailored to their complex needs. His approach emphasizes collaborative planning aimed at helping clients attain peace of mind by understanding the story behind the numbers. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Collin enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, football, hiking, kayaking, and sailing.

Jacob Wright is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds the Series 66 credential and has 13 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at SunTrust Advisory Services, Truist Investment Services, and BB&T entities. He serves as a board member and finance committee member for City Life Church in Mount Pleasant, SC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, corporate, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using various analytical tools, supporting clients through advisory programs and institutional consulting across its extensive advisor network.

Craig McDonald Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Charleston, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. Before joining LPL in 2019, he worked at AXA Advisors and operated Fort Sumter Tours, Inc. from 2003 to 2019. He is involved as a referring agent for a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research, model portfolios, and technology-driven strategies.

Jeffrey Percy is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of financial product offerings that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Ryan Coughlan is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in North Charleston, SC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has six years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Russell Reynolds Associates and Cathartes and was involved with the Wake Forest University Basketball Club and Wake Forest University. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, operating through multiple platform sponsors and program managers.

William Wennberg Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A., Le Cavalier, and Equitable Advisors, LLC. He has worked in various capacities outside finance, including at Dupont Country Club as a fitness desk attendant. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jake Wynn serves as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he partners with clients and their families to develop financial plans aimed at achieving their financial goals and providing peace of mind. He emphasizes building strong relationships and maintaining trust, reliability, and competency through open communication and ongoing plan evaluation. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Jake worked as a Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2017 to 2020 and as a Financial Advisor at Prudential Financial between 2015 and 2017. His career also includes experience as an Operations Manager at Palmetto from 2013 to 2016.

Michael Barker is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Mt Pleasant, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement, with eligibility criteria based on investable assets. The firm provides comprehensive advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions, using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized retirement recommendations.

Kenneth Fickling is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cetera Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Advisors. He is involved in Charleston Retirement Planning, a non-variable insurance and investment-related business in Mount Pleasant, SC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and research resources.

Thomas Clarke is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory duties, he is an organizer of Breakwater Holdings LLC, a real estate investment entity in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes firm-approved planning tools and structured discovery conversations in its financial planning process.

Brannigan Beam is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 23 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mass Mutual Investors Services and Massachusetts Mutual Life Company, having previously worked for Northwestern Mutual in various capacities. Outside of his advisory role, he is an author and serves on a nonprofit board. Mass Mutual Investors Services is an SEC-registered broker-dealer and investment adviser that provides comprehensive financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm focuses on collaborative annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized services such as divorce planning, estate settlement, and employer-sponsored planning.

John Harris is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 credential and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2009. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services supported by extensive research and a variety of portfolio management styles.

Mattison McCurry is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. McCurry has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2011. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, institutions, pension plans, charitable organizations, and governmental entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services.

Kimberly Frankel is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at Stifel Nicolaus & Co. Inc. and multiple divisions within Raymond James. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides tailored financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Clayton Wood is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at C.B. Wood Financial LLC, which he founded, as well as Capital Asset Advisory Services and several other financial firms. He is also president of the Wood Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through independent Financial Professionals using a range of proprietary and third-party strategies.

James Greenho is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 35 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James & Associates and various divisions within Morgan Stanley since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he volunteers as a tennis coach at Bishop England High School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and analytical tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.