Samuel Bruns is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with The Vanguard Group and Vanguard Marketing Corporation since 2016. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary methodologies and primarily constructs portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Matthew Czerw is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at DoorDash, Instacart, Chubb, Northwestern Mutual, and The Vanguard Group, where he has been since 2022. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily for retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach featuring proprietary asset allocation models and portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Michael Pappas is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Vanguard Advisers and affiliated Vanguard entities for five years. Outside of his advisory roles, he was involved with At The Neck Apparel from 2020 to 2023. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary strategies and offers a centralized operational structure.

Gregory Adams is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2013. He has worked with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2011. Adams is a member of the Finance Committee for Holy Angels in Belmont, NC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm combines goal-based, algorithm-driven asset allocation with a portfolio construction focused on Vanguard funds and ETFs, delivering services at large scale through a digital platform and a team advisory model.

Jeffrey Kindley is a CFP® with six years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers. He has worked with The Vanguard Group and its affiliated entities since 2020 and previously held a position with the City of Boca Raton. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Personal Advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary methodologies and mostly Vanguard funds and ETFs to construct personalized portfolios.

Nalbi Erdogan is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 12 years of industry experience. He has held positions at The Vanguard Group since 2018 and previously worked at HSBC Securities and HSBC Bank USA. Erdogan holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with a proprietary glide-path methodology and offers a wide range of portfolio customization options using primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Robin Miller is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently with Vanguard Advisers. His prior experience includes roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers, LPL Financial, and running his own advisory firm. He serves on the board of the Washington Women's in Insurance and Financial Services, a nonprofit organization. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through its digital platform and over 2,200 advisors.

Christopher Madeira is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2011. He is based in Charlotte, NC, and holds the Series 63 designation. Outside of his advisory role, Madeira is involved in rental property investment as a landlord in Charlotte and Hilton Head Island. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to create personalized asset allocations, focusing largely on Vanguard funds and ETFs with tax-aware and customizable strategies.

Kallen Busker is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group since 2022. Prior to Vanguard, he was self-employed and held positions at Edward Jones and other companies. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to set personalized asset allocations, largely employing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a high volume of client relationships through its digital platform and team servicing model.

Zachariah Hamilton is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at State Farm and held teaching positions at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Liberty University. Outside of finance, he coaches basic whitewater maneuvers, navigation, and safety at the U.S. National Whitewater Center in Charlotte. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach, constructing portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs with options for tax-aware and ESG-focused strategies.

Michael Mcmanus is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and CFA® designations as well as Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. Prior to joining Vanguard in 2019, he worked at Rockland Trust Co. for six years. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach. The firm is notable for its scale, managing hundreds of thousands of client relationships with a combination of digital platforms and a large advisory team.

Caroline Collins is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and advisory services supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Michael Klenck is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 32 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and Retirement Income Advisors, Inc. He also operates REH Wealth, a financial services business, and works as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform supporting various investment strategies and program structures.

Shelden Flowers is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Mooresville, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he worked in the automotive sales industry and briefly at New York Life Securities. He is also the founder and CEO of MagnaMat, a business specializing in magnetic rug locks sold on Amazon. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and supports a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

James Fill is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals, focusing on a collaborative approach that considers each client's full financial picture, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and long-term objectives. James has expertise in corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a bachelor's degree from Ohio State University. In addition to his professional work, James participates in community volunteer activities in line with Merrill’s tradition. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, football, golfing, pickleball, and spending time with his family.

Scott Drahzal is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 2002. He has been associated with The Vanguard Group and Vanguard Marketing Corporation since 1999. He is president of his local homeowners association board. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to asset allocation and portfolio construction, primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Sarah Hind is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience and has been with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC since 2010. She also holds a Series 66 license and has worked concurrently with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. during her tenure. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary models to construct portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering various customization options including tax-aware strategies and ESG exposure.

Daniel Richardson is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management in Concord, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has professional experience at Lincoln Financial and Liberty Life Assurance prior to joining Thrivent. Richardson has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entities since 2025. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based financial planning covering a wide range of topics and combines planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing arrangement called “WealthPlan,” while maintaining separation between planning and portfolio management.

Steven Looser is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2008 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He operates under the business name The Looser Financial Group. 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, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside model portfolios and research support.

Teresa Chapman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2016 to 2021. 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 and financial planning services supported by structured discovery tools and proprietary investment models.