Carol Thomas is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in the Heathrow, Florida office. She began her career in the financial services industry shortly after graduating from St. Michael's College in Winooski, Vermont, in 1983. Transitioning from administrative roles, she became a financial advisor in South Florida in 1997 and has since provided personalized wealth management strategies to her clients. Carol’s areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. She holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Originally from a small town in Upstate New York near the Vermont-Massachusetts border, Carol has lived in Florida since 1984. She currently resides in Lake Mary, Florida, to be near her two married daughters and two grandsons. Her personal interests include golfing, reading, scuba diving, skiing, swimming, yoga, and spending time with her family.

Kevin Murphy is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Orlando, FL. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, Murphy worked at Putnam Investments and has diverse experience including roles outside the financial industry. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios alongside centralized custody and order-routing services.

Alejandro Benedetti is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2009 and was with Schwab Wealth Advisory Inc. from 2012 to 2025 before joining Charles Schwab Bank in 2025. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and employs multi-asset model portfolios alongside centralized supervision and custody services.

Linda Xue is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Maitland, FL, holding a Series 66 license and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS Financial Services Inc. in 2021, she worked at UBS Business Solutions AG from 2018 to 2021 and Ernst & Young from 2014 to 2018. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans.

Arly Manigat is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Orlando, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2014. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering wealth advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services through an integrated wrap fee program and managed accounts. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and multiple asset allocation strategies.

Neal Bhatia is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Synergy of Florida and BCI Integrated Solutions. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Kimberly Burns is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Orlando, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022 and has prior experience at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. from 2019. 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 advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Travis Webb is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Winter Park, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and worked with Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2014. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions, managing approximately $671 billion in assets and employing over 14,000 financial advisors.

Fallon Beacham is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab and its related entities since 2011, with a brief tenure at Alegeus Technologies. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, delivering guidance through multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment programs.

Edgar Ramirez is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2018 and previously at Fidelity Brokerage Services from 2015 to 2018. Based in Orlando, FL, Ramirez’s background includes roles at two major firms. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a substantial client base primarily consisting of 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 offers a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management options, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Stephen Ryan is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Eustis, Florida, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2019, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing 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 individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting services through a variety of portfolio management styles and supported by affiliated research and sub-advisers.

Jeffrey Krummick is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Orlando, FL, holding a Series 66 license and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2010 and worked at TD Ameritrade from 2020 to 2024. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base that primarily includes 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 affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and a range of alternative investment options.

Kaikai Wang is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Orlando, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade, Citigroup, JP Morgan Securities, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, along with service in the US Army Reserve. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment services supported by centralized custody and an integrated operational infrastructure.

Robert O Roark is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and has held prior roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank, Bank of America, Target, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Morgan Stanley. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm utilizes centralized due diligence and combines quantitative and qualitative research to support its advisory process.

Patrick Murphy is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Charles Schwab since 2015. Based in Orlando, FL, he is part of a large team of advisors within the firm. Charles Schwab serves a broad client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options supported by in-house research.

Paul Gillham is a financial advisor at Osaic with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Eagle One Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a small insurance sales business and an identity theft prevention service. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan participants, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform, emphasizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization.

Alexander Maxwell is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in strategic wealth planning, focusing on assisting ultra high net worth families and successful business owners with growing, preserving, and transitioning their wealth. His services include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and tax minimization. Alexander holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He earned a Bachelor's degree from Seminole State College and also attended the University of North Florida and Florida International University without obtaining further degrees. Born and raised in Central Florida, he serves his community with a relationship-first approach. In addition to his professional work, Alexander enjoys boating, camping, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, surfing, watching movies, and spending time with his family. He is also a member of BCG Private Wealth Management, recognized on Forbes' "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list from 2023 to 2026.

Diego Molina is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Orlando, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Cricket Wireless and various educational positions. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Garrett Burke is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management, focusing on developing financial strategies and providing tax-efficient portfolio management for high-net-worth individuals and families throughout the United States. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification and the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation from the Investments & Wealth Institute™. Garrett's expertise includes Corporate Executive Services, Executive Compensation, Family Wealth Management Strategies, Legacy Planning, Managing New Wealth, Personal Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management Services, Tax Minimization, and Retirement Income. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in April 2011, Garrett worked as an analyst in the business development group at Lockheed Martin, where he helped manage the portfolio of new business acquisition investments for a multi-billion dollar business area. He focuses on serving individuals, families, and businesses by developing personalized strategies based on clients' risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and overall investment goals. Garrett earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business and completed an Accredited Certificate Program at the University of Chicago. He is a member of professional organizations including Leadership Seminole, the Notre Dame Club of Orlando, and The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida. Garrett is also involved with the Rescue Outreach Mission. Outside of work, he enjoys adventure sports, golfing, music, reading, running, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Tracy Belton is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 43 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2010. Belton also serves on the board of the Lake County Museum of Art. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles and research resources.