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.

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.

Rachelle Flood Kupelian is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Citigroup and JP Morgan Chase Bank and has operated her own retail and online sales business for over a decade. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory services to both individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning using structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers diverse investment programs alongside comprehensive planning resources.

Christopher Foley is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2019. His prior work includes roles at Apple Inc. and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Outside the financial industry, he has been involved with GEP Talent Services, LLC, a company associated with acting residuals in Burbank, California. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves individual and institutional clients, including households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, and affiliated investment vehicles.

Kelly Amato is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Milton, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2023, Amato worked at StanCorp Investment Advisers, StanCorp Equities, and Standard Retirement Services from 2016 to 2023. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.

Mark Sullivan is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. 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, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Stephen Harrison is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Mass Mutual Investors Services, Metlife Securities Inc., New England Securities, and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a girls' high school lacrosse referee. 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, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Matthew Tarallo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and having two years of industry experience. His prior work includes a year at Morgan Stanley and five years at Penske Automotive. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning for business-owner transitions, sports and entertainment, special needs, and divorce, leveraging firm research and planning tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Noah Dangar is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at E*Trade Securities and Horizon Counseling, as well as a background in insurance and real estate. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large institution providing a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Bradley Roberson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Merrill for 12 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2024. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process 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.

Patrick Ballance is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to develop strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events. Patrick also facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for services related to banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree from the University System of Georgia. Patrick's approach involves understanding clients' priorities to offer ongoing advice and support as their needs evolve.

Massod Jamshidi is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to this role, he served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. His earlier experience includes positions at E*TRADE Financial, where he worked as a Financial Consultant from 2017 to 2022, a Branch Service Representative from 2016 to 2017, and a Senior Financial Services Representative from 2015 to 2016. Throughout his career, Massod has focused on developing customized financial plans that align with his clients' unique needs and goals. He emphasizes close communication to monitor and update financial strategies as life events occur, aiming to help clients successfully reach their financial objectives.

Jeffery Hanna is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with firms including Capital Investment Advisory Services LLC, Capital Investment Group Inc, Way Financial Group, and Triad Advisors, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he operates J Hanna & Associates Inc., a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. 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 portfolios, and access to third-party asset managers, supported by advanced research and operational tools.

Andrew Bowie is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 designations and has worked primarily with E*TRADE Capital Management and Morgan Stanley since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer for the Hyde Park Homeowners Association, managing dues collection and payment of communal expenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, delivering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-based planning services.

Bryan Gruskowski is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Roswell, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Barrett Brightwell is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who specializes in Private Wealth Management for families and Corporate Retirement Plans. He has over 17 years of experience in customizing wealth strategies, with expertise in areas such as family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, philanthropic and values-based investing, tax minimization, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. Barrett holds multiple professional designations, including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a double major in Finance and Economics, attending on a full athletic scholarship and lettering four years as a tight end on the football team. Residing in Buckhead with his wife Rachael and their two sons, Barrett actively participates in competitive tennis through the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and Atlanta Lawn Tennis Association (ALTA). In addition to tennis, his personal interests include football, golf, music, reading, running, skiing, soccer, and traveling. Barrett emphasizes a holistic approach to financial advising with a focus on connecting all aspects of clients’ financial lives to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals.