Najran Thompson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked in various roles including at CarMax, Inc. and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Outside of his advisory duties, Thompson is involved in managing rental properties through ownership interests in real estate entities. 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 an ESG eligibility framework in its investment process.

Thomas Mandat is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Palm Beach, Florida. He specializes in offering comprehensive financial guidance to individuals and families, focusing on areas such as family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, retirement income, and employee financial health. Thomas holds a Bachelor's Degree from The Ohio State University and has earned the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA™) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designations through the College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. Additionally, he is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and serves on Bank of America's Key Leadership Council. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Thomas is actively involved in the Palm Beach community as an Ambassador for the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce. He maintains a client-focused approach grounded in trust and commitment to excellence, aiming to support clients in building lasting wealth through personalized, relationship-driven financial guidance.

Barry Botfeld is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at multiple Cetera entities since 2018 and prior positions at firms such as Summit Financial Group and Finalis Securities. He is based in Boynton Beach, Florida. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios.

Johana Diaz is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Merrill since 2017, including a prior role at SMDigital Partners. 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.

Debra Talarico is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise in various capacities since 2015. Her other business activities include involvement in real estate ownership outside of investment purposes. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning, dependable income sources, and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm employs a centralized team to produce tailored Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice, with a distinctive approach that includes restrictive enrollment criteria and integration of affiliated investment products.

Amanda Campbell is a financial advisor with Stifel in Palm Beach, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, Campbell serves on the board of Rosarian Academy and is Secretary of the Jupiter Police Foundation, where she assists with fundraising and event planning. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment analysis methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Kevin Wandoff is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. He is based in Palm Beach, Florida. 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.

Ryan Yelin is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Acentria Insurance and Tanium, and held roles outside the financial sector. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Dino Ruffa is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Securities America Advisors, Park Avenue Securities, and Guardian Life. Outside of advisory work, he owns an insurance agency and is a managing partner of Upward Wealth Group LLC, which provides financial planning and related services. OSAIC serves a broad client base including individual, high-net-worth, and institutional investors through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, managed accounts, and access to third-party money managers, employing asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing in portfolio construction.

Mark Belford is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Stephens, Inc. and KPMG Corporate Finance LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering investment consulting and advisory services through its Institutional Consulting Services program with a focus on quantitative asset-allocation modeling and manager due diligence.

Phillip Edwards is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Citigroup for 11 years before joining Merrill in 2024. Edwards serves as a director of the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County and is a board member of the United Way of Palm Beach County. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Luke Pingleton is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He assists clients in managing their individual wealth tailored to their specific needs, focusing on a thoughtful approach that begins with listening to each client's objectives and ensures that all strategies are grounded in understanding their desired outcomes. Luke began his financial services career in 2017. His expertise includes education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. The Pingleton Group emphasizes teamwork and client involvement, utilizing resources accessible through Merrill to provide comprehensive financial advice and guidance. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Alabama System and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Luke is involved with several professional organizations such as the Alabama Alumni Association, Big Dog Ranch Rescue, PGA National Junior Executive, Palm Beach North Young Professionals, Palm Beach Young Professionals, Scotch and Sharks, and The Benjamin School Alumni. He also participates in community involvement activities with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Place of Hope. His personal interests include adventure sports, chess, golfing, hiking, music, reading, skydiving, spending time with family, and traveling.

Staceyanne Johnson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Citigroup and CitiBank, N.A. Johnson holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and serves as a board member of the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach, a nonprofit organization that provides literacy programs for children and adults in Palm Beach County. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Tracy Cooper is a financial advisor with Merrill in Palm Beach, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2011. Outside of her advisory work, Cooper serves in leadership roles on the boards of several local charitable organizations, including SunFest of Palm Beach County, West Palm 100, and Liv's Lunches, where she participates in community service and organizational governance. Merrill 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 institutions. The firm utilizes internal and third-party managers and incorporates strategic asset allocation and tax-aware options.

John Whitledge is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Oppenheimer and Managed Account Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns JKM Legacy Holdings, Inc., a company involved in real estate investing. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and selectively managed accounts within a wrap-fee structure.

Eric Billingslea is a Wealth Management Senior Relationship Manager currently engaged in delivering personalized service experiences to families across generations. In his role, he acts as a primary point of contact, committed to addressing individual client needs and preferences. Since 2014, Eric has worked as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he supports clients in wealth management services. He facilitates discussions with Wealth Management Advisors when deeper wealth planning is needed, ensuring clients receive appropriate service and support. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Eric enjoys spending time at the beach, watching football, and participating in outdoor adventures.

Ronald Mercatante is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Kovack Advisors, Inc. and Kovack Securities, Inc., and he has been involved in insurance-related activities for more than two decades. Outside of his advisory work, he is engaged in tax services and owns an administrative firm. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a network of independent professionals. The firm offers a range of investment implementation options, proprietary and third-party model strategies, and features institutional resources such as advisor transition support and formal compliance programs.

Nathan Rimpf is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Goldman Sachs & Co. for nine years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

James Reilly is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley in various roles since 2009, including positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and serves clients through direct relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Kevin Crosby is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palm Beach, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. Prior to his current role at JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and JPMorgan Securities LLC, his background includes work at the University of Miami and involvement with several private ventures including Angelstone Tournaments Inc. and Angelstone Farms Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence, and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.