Joshua Thomas is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined The Ebeling/Melby Group in 2021 as a Financial Advisor and brings 15 years of experience in the financial industry, having worked in various capacities within the field. Joshua's areas of focus include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income. Joshua holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his High School Diploma/GED from Missouri State University. A United States Army veteran, Joshua is also an avid international traveler. He is involved with the Make A Wish Foundation. He resides in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin with his wife Ashley, their daughter Maribelle, and their dog Cappy. Outside of work, Joshua's personal interests include boating, camping, cooking, football, music, and watching movies.

Shane Mc Cauley is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Muskego, WI, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, combining research and modeling to deliver written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Nicholas Hassler is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at OSAIC since 2024. He previously worked at LPL Financial for six years and has been associated with SII Investments, Inc. for over a decade. Outside of advisory roles, Hassler is a registered tax preparer. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse clientele including retail and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to various managed account solutions. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to build portfolios across multiple asset classes and supports a complex platform structure involving multiple mergers and third-party arrangements.

Matthew Jackson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hartland, WI. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2023. Prior to his advisory role, he held positions in various industries including food service and landscaping, and attended the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in a centralized consulting approach, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

John Gehlhaart is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at INVEST Financial Corp and Waterstone Bank. He is also involved with WaterStone Investment Services, a DBA for his LPL business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources to support diversified investment strategies.

Matthew Lynch is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Delafield, WI, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pacer Financial, Inc. and Jackson National Life Distributors LLC. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, tailoring strategies to each client’s advisory risk profile.

Nolan Rux is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Pruco Securities LLC and Cintas Corporation. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called WealthPlan while keeping the services separate.

Sally McVey is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. She assists clients in managing their wealth by aligning their financial decisions with their personal priorities, focusing on clarity and simplicity. Her approach includes income generation, tax efficient investing, and estate planning considerations to support clients' lifestyles and long-term goals. Prior to her current role, Sally was an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2020 to 2022. She has also held positions as an Equity Analyst and Portfolio Manager at Oarsman Capital, Inc. from 2017 to 2020, and as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2015 to 2017. Outside of her professional work, Sally enjoys family activities, exploring food, solving puzzles, and playing tennis.

Kimberly Coleman is a financial advisor at OSAIC with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work history with High Point Capital Group, Inc. and MassMutual. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as Secretary and Treasurer of High Point Capital Group, where she manages finances and supports business strategy and financial controls. Kimberly also provides notary public services to clients. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers an integrated range of brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing various tools and strategies to construct portfolios across multiple asset classes and supporting discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Brandon Hendrickson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 designation and experience beginning in 2024. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he held positions outside the financial industry, including roles at Cellular Sales of Knoxville Inc., Panera Bread LLC, and Carroll University. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm employs algorithmic automation alongside research and modeling to generate personalized retirement income plans, serving clients primarily through managed accounts.

Jordan Hopp is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at SII Investments, Inc. for five years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. Outside of advising, Hopp is employed as a carpenter with Ironwood Builders in Waukesha, WI. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and nonprofits. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research from both internal and third-party sources.

Brandon Cintron is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Waukesha, WI, holding a Series 66 credential and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

August Fuiten is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at University of Wisconsin - La Crosse and Wipfli Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with BA Superstructure, LLC, where he manages an advisory business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver non-discretionary, personalized recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team.

Brooke Newell is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wellspring Personal Financial Services LLC since 2019, providing administrative support to the branch manager in addition to her advisory role. Her prior experience includes positions at Reis Financial Services and Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, with a focus on customized plans developed through detailed client interviews and risk profiling.

Jeffrey Ehrhardt is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Fidelity and its affiliated entities since 2007. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and develops model portfolios delivered to intermediary platforms.

Joel Mayes is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica since 2004 and was employed by the Waukesha School District from 2015 to 2023. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in sales of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. 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 offered separately managed accounts. The firm uses a tiered wrap-fee structure and curates third-party asset managers while delegating trading to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Nathan Fair is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Edward Jones and Hartford Funds. He has been with Raymond James since 2021. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and asset-allocation analyses through its Wealth Advisory Services Program and maintains capabilities in public finance and municipal work.

Brandon Helleson is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has 16 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Pruco Securities, LLC and Stratifi Strategic Financial Solutions. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides financial planning, advisory services, and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by an integrated platform that combines advisory programs with brokerage and insurance product sales.

Taylor Fowler is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Wauwatosa, WI, holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, Fowler worked at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance and has held roles at the University of Wisconsin Whitewater and Milwaukee County Parks. Outside of advising, Fowler serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for Blessings in a Backpack, a nonprofit providing weekend meals to students, and is involved with the Brookfield Chamber of Commerce as an Ambassador. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and institutions, offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates primarily through LPL-sponsored programs and endorsed third-party managers, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Julie Irato is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as the internal vice president of the Ozaukee County Horse and Pony Club, a nonprofit 4-H organization focused on training young horse riders. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment plans.