Samuel Starling III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Citigroup Global Markets. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive advisory tools and oversight of substantial discretionary assets.

Amir Ghalyoun is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Greensboro, NC. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Thrivent since 2025. Prior to his current role, he spent ten years working with Poblanos/Amigos/Sams. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers goal-based financial planning covering a range of topics but does not include implementation or discretionary portfolio management within these services.

Rusty Russell is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with over 31 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial, where he has worked since 2019. His prior experience includes roles at Kestra Financial Services, First Allied Advisory Services, and Covenant Financial Solutions. Russell is the author of a published book titled *Unleashing the Gift of Giving: A Ministry's Guide to Building and Leaving a Legacy*. 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 broad range of advisory services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive research and technology tools.

Joel Lacsina is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His work history includes positions at Brightway Insurance, BCA Financial Services, Inc., and Publix. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery, with notable activities including registration as a commodity pool operator and advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies.

James Kirkpatrick III is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and co-heads KM & Associates, a twelve-person professional wealth management team. He works with high net worth families, corporate executives, and business owners to develop in-depth wealth management strategies that address their complex financial lives. His team assists clients in identifying and prioritizing financial goals before implementing customized plans to pursue those goals. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from Wake Forest University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). James was born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he remains active in community affairs. He serves on the Local Leadership Board of Search Ministries and has held leadership roles such as past chairman of the War Memorial Commission, past president of the board of trustees of the Greensboro Historical Museum, and past chairman of the Triad Chapter of Golfers Against Cancer. James and his wife, Katharine, have four children. In his personal time, he enjoys playing golf, following Wake Forest athletics, fitness training, and listening to a variety of music.

Stephen Edwards is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. in Winston-Salem, NC, holding a Series 66 credential with eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird in 2018, he worked at Wake Forest University for five years. He is the founder and president of the Twilight Golf Club. The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, serves individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, separately managed account programs, and custody and brokerage services, utilizing a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies alongside tax management and direct indexing capabilities.

David Marcus is a financial advisor with Merrill in Greensboro, NC, holding the Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an officer of 3 D Mgmt, a for-profit entity based in Greensboro. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jason Overby is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is a freelance photographer and fine art print seller, with work that includes sports photography and contributions to local and regional publications. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary, written recommendation reports tailored to clients’ financial goals.

Keary Didier is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Wells Fargo Clearing, Merrill, and UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, delivering tailored financial planning through its network of financial advisors and specialized estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and investment modeling techniques.

Brian Peters is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greensboro, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 25 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Lincoln Financial Securities, Wells Fargo Clearing, and BB&T Investment Services. Peters is also involved with RD Marketing Group, a non-variable insurance business based in Greensboro. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Ethan Gephardt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, having previously worked at First Horizon Bank and held various roles including delivery driver positions and full-time student status. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving 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, and institutional platforms, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Maggie Woodlief is the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. In this capacity, she leads a team of investment professionals dedicated to assisting clients and their families in managing and enhancing their complex family wealth systems. Her career at Fidelity Investments spans over a decade, beginning as a Senior Relationship Manager from 2013 to 2020, followed by her role as a Planning Consultant from 2020 to 2025. This experience has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of investment management and financial planning. No additional information regarding her education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement has been provided.

Robbie Chandler is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Winston-Salem, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2016. Chandler serves on the advisory board and a subcommittee of the Winston Salem Foundation. 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, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Jeffrey Champigny is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Greensboro, NC, with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Kingsview Partners LLC, Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Outside of finance, he is involved with Burlington Beer Works, a cooperative brewery in Burlington, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Mary Godino is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and holds a Series 63 designation. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Paula Moreland is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Winston Salem, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include a decade at CUNA Brokerage Services, INC and ongoing service with Members Credit Union since 2010. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions with a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and model portfolio programs.

Brad Bradford is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Financial Representative, Premium Services Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, and Premium Relationship Associate. In his role, Brad partners with clients to understand their financial goals and develop customized financial plans tailored to their personal, family, and financial needs. He focuses on identifying strategies to improve these plans while maintaining open communication with clients. Outside of his professional work, Brad's personal interests include spending time at the beach and lake, fitness, social events with friends, and traveling.

Mitch Dayley is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he works closely with clients and their families to understand their financial goals and develop customized financial plans. His approach focuses on helping clients grow and protect their wealth, make informed investment decisions, and simplify their financial lives. Mitch has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having worked at Fidelity Investments in various capacities since 2011. His previous roles include Planning Consultant, Investment Management Consultant II, Investment Management Consultant I, and Investment Solutions Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he was a Licensed Investment Banker at Wells Fargo from 2013 to 2014. Outside of his professional work, Mitch has personal interests that include cars, fitness, golf, music, pets, and traveling.

Steven Patton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Greensboro, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and Guilford Financial Partners. Outside of his advisory role, he has operated Allegro Piano Service since 1997. 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.

Bill Wysor is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Kernersville, NC, with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2015 to 2020 before joining Edward Jones in 2020. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.