Phyllis Richards is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Hudson, OH, holding nine years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2015 and Primerica Financial Services since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, Richards is the publisher and owner of Vision and View Media, LLC, a newspaper serving African American and Hispanic communities. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and limited discretionary separately managed account options primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Tammy Blough is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has prior experience at Citigroup Global Markets starting in 2000. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, emphasizing an advisory role without individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Justin Petty is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Thrivent Financial since 2020, as well as prior positions at Energy Harbor, Performance Bicycle, and FirstEnergy. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive written recommendations on a range of financial topics. The firm combines holistic, goal-based analyses with managed-account program options while maintaining planning and management as separate services.

Amanda Brunnett is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with firms including Financial Planners of Cleveland and Royal Alliance Associates. She also serves as Director of Financial Planning at Heritage Financial Planners, where she prepares financial plans and manages client account services. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party investment management. The firm employs advanced portfolio construction tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Joseph Kosek is a CFP®-certified financial advisor at OSAIC with 43 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 27 years before joining OSAIC in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president and board member of a neighborhood association. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charities through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a variety of investment strategies and third-party management solutions.

Alexandria Michel is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, she worked in education at Open Door Christian School, Brunswick City Schools, and Buckeye City Schools. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Veronica Phillips is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. She has been associated with Fidelity Investments since 2013 and has worked with Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors since 2018. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm integrates proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, while also maintaining oversight of sub-advisers and addressing conflicts of interest.

Lira Wilson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Francine Hollis is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at PFS Investments Inc. since 2015 and has been with Primerica Financial Services since 2013. Hollis is involved in additional business activities including sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies, and she is a partner at Ronald Hollis Jr., LLC, a legal entity formed for Primerica business purposes. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee model, delegating trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Ivan Gavran is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2005. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also holds a unique position as a registered commodity pool operator and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Michael Grote is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018. Prior to his current roles, he had positions at Key Investment Services LLC and Waterway Car Wash. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

John O'Connor is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked within various Morgan Stanley entities since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through financial advisors and estate planning strategies.

Timothy Porter Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James since 2015 and is also employed by Wentz Financial Group as an associate. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary advice using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Christopher Royer is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in areas including Employee Financial Health, Small Business Strategies, Women and Wealth, and Retirement Income. He brings 25 years of experience navigating life stages with clients, understanding the emotional aspects of financial decision-making. Through a personalized approach, he aims to guide clients to a state of peace of mind by ensuring the best decisions are made at each stage of life. Royer collaborates with a team of experienced professionals to assist individuals and business owners in achieving their financial objectives. His background as an executive coach and risk manager supports clients in staying accountable to the financial plans they develop together. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has earned a Bachelor's Degree from Ashland University as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Loyola University Chicago. Outside of his professional work, Christopher Royer is involved with the Alzheimer's Association and enjoys personal interests such as basketball, drawing and sketching, golfing, photography, pickleball, and spending time with his family.

Maison Ross is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Wentz Financial Group and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Ross’s background includes roles in investment strategy and financial advising. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

John Kiss is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at ROCKET Mortgage for five years. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across various investment platforms.

Marie Chiarucci is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entities since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as secretary on the board of the Riverwoods Homeowners Association and volunteers to provide free financial advice to widows through Wings for Widows. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team.

Zachary Higgins is a financial advisor at OSAIC with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. He has previously been associated with Mass Mutual Investors Services and UBS Financial Services. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm combines brokerage and advisory services with financial planning and offers portfolios that include a range of asset classes managed using firm-provided tools, third-party managers, and both discretionary and non-discretionary approaches.

James Egan is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank. Merrill, along 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Van De Motter is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 35 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as at Citigroup Global Markets since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member of The Bicknell Foundation, where he helps oversee philanthropic gifting and the investment management of fund assets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured planning process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.