David Vanhorn is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2023, he worked at UBS Financial Services for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership interests in several investment-related entities, including a family real estate holding corporation and private practices. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including cash-flow, retirement, and specialized planning, utilizing proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Melanie Walton is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2008. Her roles have included positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and investment committee insights to develop its financial plans.

Jeffery Gardner is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at several firms, including Nationwide Investment Services Incorporated, Allianz Global Investors, and PGIM Investments LLC, before joining LPL Financial in 2019. Gardner holds a Series 66 license and is based in Alpharetta, GA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset managers, supported by technology tools for research and operations.

Kadijatou Diallo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities, Merrill, Bank of America, and TD Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning through dedicated advisors and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Paul Kerbey is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. 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, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and investment consulting services through various specialized programs and a range of portfolio management styles.

Richard Levine is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, where he has worked since 2001, accumulating 25 years of industry experience. He is based in Suwanee, GA, and has spent his entire advisory career at Ameriprise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written recommendations and ongoing tax-aware retirement income planning.

Charles Soukup is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial and Sullivan and Schlieman Wealth Management, LLC in 2025, his work history includes roles outside the financial services industry. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management.

Jay D'meza is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for six years before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2022. D'meza has ownership interests in two investment-related businesses, Alpha Wealth Advisors LLC and Jata Wealth LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services tailored to clients who meet certain net-worth thresholds, utilizing Wells Fargo’s research, planning tools, and multiple service channels.

Dorian Piekarz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Before joining LPL Financial in 2026, he worked at Edward Jones for four years and Backbone International for one year. Outside of advising, he has participated occasionally in disaster relief efforts by transporting supplies to areas affected by natural disasters and has assisted community members with setting up LLCs and business licenses. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves 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, supported by extensive operational tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Guy Rush is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include a multi-year tenure at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities, as well as over a decade with Publix Super Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutions, with a focus on tailored financial planning and a range of retail and institutional investment services.

Chance Hutto is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, where he supports clients in achieving their financial goals by tailoring strategies to their unique circumstances. He has progressed through several roles at Fidelity, including Investment Solutions Representative II and I, Stock Plan Associate, and Customer Relationship Advocate since joining the firm in 2022. Prior to his current position, Chance gained experience as a Senior Loan Officer at New American Funding and as a Home Advisor at Mr. Cooper. He also completed an internship at Enterprise Investment and Planning in 2018. His professional background encompasses client relationship management and financial solutions. Outside of his professional career, Chance has interests in cars, food, movies, and reading.

Courtland Seeger is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously spent two years at PwC. He holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Debby Minot is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, she provides wealth management services and financial strategies to affluent individuals, retirees, executives, women, and business owners. She focuses on creating comprehensive plans to build, manage, preserve, and transfer wealth, tailoring advice to clients' risk tolerance, investment goals, and liquidity needs through a disciplined, long-term process. Debby’s expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, executive compensation, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. She is a member of the Wood DeTienne O'Connor Group, which has been recognized on Forbes' "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list in 2023 and 2024. Debby holds professional designations such as CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned her bachelor's degree from Minot State University. Her community involvement includes participation with the American Heart Association, Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley, and Phoenix Children's Hospital. Debby enjoys adventure sports, basketball, golfing, hiking, running, skiing, traveling, and spending time with her family. Born and raised in North Dakota, she relocated to Arizona in 2000 to begin her career in the financial industry.

Shannon Sullivan is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2008. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked at Truist Investment Services, Inc. for 12 years. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Mark Hitt is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at E*TRADE Securities LLC and E*TRADE Capital Management LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process utilizes structured discovery conversations and proprietary tools without offering individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Eunice Jairrels is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at E*Trade Securities and held positions in staffing and aviation companies. Outside of her advisory role, she works as a delivery driver for Amazon Flex. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Alan Smith is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2009. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides access to proprietary research and capital markets solutions.

Cathy Couch is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. She is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and previously worked for Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC and WFG Investment Inc. Outside of advising, she provides bookkeeping and accounting services for local organizations, including a humane society resale shop and a condominium association. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual, pension, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a wide network of financial professionals and multiple platform options.

Leslie Bell is a Planning Consultant at the Alpharetta Investor Center, where she collaborates with Financial Consultants and VPFCs to support current and prospective clients. Her role involves partnering with clients through various life events to provide professional service and guidance tailored to their financial needs. Leslie has experience in multiple roles within Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager and Financial Representative, and has prior experience as a Customer Service Representative II at United Community Bank. This background provides her with a foundation in client relations and financial services. Outside of her professional work, Leslie is involved in family activities, fitness, social events with friends, caring for pets, running, and volunteering.

Vishal Padda is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase. 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 employs over 14,000 advisors and manages approximately $671 billion in assets, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.