Michael Lee is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc for 16 years. Michael also engages as a public speaker on investment topics. 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 range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Bradley Vaughan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving in this role since 2003, focusing on wealth management strategies, liability management, insurance, and investment management. Bradley assists clients with estate planning, portfolio development, tax minimization strategies, and lending solutions through Bank of America. He is a specially qualified Senior Portfolio Advisor who provides traditional advice and guidance, while also building and managing custom investment strategies and selecting from a wide range of Merrill model portfolios and third-party investment strategies. In his capacity as a Senior Portfolio Advisor, he may manage client strategies on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Bradley earned a degree in Financial Management from Clemson University and holds several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He has been recognized by Forbes, appearing multiple times on their "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" and "Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors" lists. In addition to his professional commitments, Bradley engages in various personal interests such as adventure sports, boating, football, music, pickleball, racquetball, skiing, spending time with his family, table tennis, and tennis. He is also involved in professional organizations and community activities.

Brandon Harbrecht is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Liberty, South Carolina, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2017, following a brief tenure at M/I Homes. Outside of his advisory role, Harbrecht is involved in farming activities, including raising farm animals on a property called Liberty Haven Farm. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves over four million clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated financial services, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Kyle Goff is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with two years of industry experience. Before joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at UBS Financial Services, Inc. for one year and has prior experience in various roles including at Chick-fil-A and Colliers International. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Devin Aylward is a Financial Consultant currently with Fidelity Investments, having held this role since 2026. Prior to this, Devin served in various capacities within Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant, Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative from 2022 to 2026. Devin focuses on creating personalized financial plans that align with the priorities and goals of clients and their families. His approach involves simplifying financial decisions to help clients move forward with clarity and confidence. Outside of his professional role, Devin has interests in cars, fishing, lake activities, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Frederick Phillips Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Greenville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a 25% partner in Twin Oaks Development, a commercial real estate investment entity in Spartanburg, SC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools such as Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations as part of its process.

Mary Brockman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation. She has been with Ameriprise since 2023 and has prior experience as an educator at several schools, including Hilton Head Island High School and Waccamaw Middle and High Schools. Outside of finance, she has experience working at Quiet Storm Surf Shop. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to support its clients, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Steven Sasser is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Greenville, SC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has eight years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, he serves in the South Carolina Air National Guard and is involved as Treasurer and Board Member of the 5/6 Council. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm 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, employing a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across multiple platforms.

Mary Watson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, Watson serves as Vice President of the Roper Professional Park Property Owners Association and Chair of the Westminster Endowment Committee, and she is involved in managing operations at Elevate Management Firm, LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies delivered through a centralized consulting team. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance products typical of a large institutional provider.

Asher Moorhouse is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at an industrial bonded warehouse and attended Anderson University. 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 diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting services supported by a wide range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Stephen Fleming is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2014 and joined Cetera in 2024. Outside of his financial advisory work, Fleming owns an Italian ice and custard shop in Greenville, SC, and is involved in the numismatics business through the sale of coin collections on eBay. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management options, ranging from automated allocations to bespoke strategies, supported by a large network of over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

John Wyatt is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. Before joining Cambridge, he spent twelve years at SC Tool Service Inc., a manufacturing business. He also serves as treasurer and volunteer for Trail Life USA. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing multiple portfolio management platforms and both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Alex Silva is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2025. Prior to this, Alex served in various positions within Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant in 2025, Investment Solutions Representative III from 2024 to 2025, Investment Solutions Representative II in 2024, and Investment Solutions Representative I from 2022 to 2024. Before joining Fidelity, Alex worked in Retirement and Benefits at Merrill Lynch from 2017 to 2021. Alex's professional experience encompasses financial consulting, planning, and investment solutions, with a focus on helping clients clarify their financial goals and develop strategies tailored to their needs. This background reflects a commitment to understanding and supporting clients' financial objectives. Outside of work, Alex has personal interests in cooking and baking, fitness, gardening, golf, military service, and music.

Coleman Huff is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Duke Energy for three years, Securitas Infastructures for four years, and the Anderson County Sheriff's Office for six years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a network of over 23,700 financial advisors and more than 15,000 branch offices nationwide.

Adelina Vela is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked at WesBanco Securities Inc. and Foresters Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-founder and developer of Hudson River Venue, a non-investment-related business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national 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 supported by in-house and third-party research.

Paula Ann Conti is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2025, she worked at Morgan Stanley for eight years and held positions at Carolina Capital Management and Securian Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a power of attorney and executor for a friend, managing their affairs and estate as needed. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Aaron Galloway is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2017, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Galloway is the owner of Four Thirteen Holdings, LLC, a business involved in the design, manufacture, marketing, and sale of products, and serves on the finance and investment committee of Holland Park Church. Raymond James & Associates is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutions, and municipal entities with financial planning and consulting services, emphasizing tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Roger Williams Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2012, following five years at Palmetto Tide Holdings, LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and consulting services, employing a range of portfolio management styles supported by proprietary research and model manager options.

Paul Valentine is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Greenville, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner and CEO of Hillside Boarding Stable and co-owns his Edward Jones office as part of a team. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a national network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Frederick Koppelmann is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial in Greenville, SC, with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and nonprofit organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with model portfolios and research from various sources.