Thomas Adent II is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Birmingham, AL, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014 and previously at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. from 2015 to 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Sarah Burt is a financial advisor with Merrill in Montgomery, AL, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2010 and previously at UBS Financial Services from 2006 to 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she is an independent consultant for Rodan + Fields, a skincare products company. Merrill, together 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using both model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Tryon Mc Laney is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Alabama Ag Credit, ACA for four years and held a position with the State of Alabama for over a decade. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns agricultural land in Montgomery, Alabama, which is leased to a cattle farmer. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 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 public entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Cameron Clark is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping individuals prepare to retire with dignity and grace while continuing to support them as their financial goals evolve over time. His client focus areas include legacy planning, managing new wealth, socially responsible and values-based investing, ESG investing, and retirement income. Since graduating from Auburn University with a bachelor's degree, Cameron has gained experience across various facets of the financial services industry, including banking, loan origination, servicing 457b plans, and delivering seminars on personal finance. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of his professional work, Cameron enjoys spending time with his wife and two boys. His personal interests include adventure sports, biking, cooking, music, reading, tennis, and following Auburn football. He also plays guitar and piano, particularly blues, soul, and funk music.

Karen Gallahar is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Montgomery, AL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. 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, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

William Akins is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Montgomery, AL, holding the Series 66 designation with five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2026, he worked at UBS Financial Services for five years and has held positions at Raymond James Financial Services and Cru. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm provides a broad planning menu and combines advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Leeanne Dean is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, she worked at Jackson Thornton Public Accountants and Consultants for three years. She is also an associate with Meridiem Advisory Group LLC, where she assists with client interactions and 401(k) plan support. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individual and high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm employs fact-finding, risk profiling, and analytical tools to tailor investment advice and supports both advisory programs and institutional consulting through a large network of advisors.

Mitchell Dubina is a financial advisor at Stifel with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Stifel since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President of the Wynlakes HOA Board and is active on the Board of Trustees and related committees at Trinity Presbyterian School in Montgomery, Alabama. He also volunteers with the Druids Charity Club, organizing local fundraising events. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, which supports analyses for asset allocation, retirement, insurance, and estate planning.

Jordan Halloran is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with LPL Financial, bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he worked eight years at StoneX Advisors Inc and Stonex Securities Inc. Halloran is also a wealth advisor for MAX Credit Union’s wealth management department and serves on the board of Leadership Autauga County, where he holds leadership roles in community education and development. Additionally, he acts as Ambassador Chairperson for the Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing a network of advisors and multiple portfolio options across strategic, tactical, and alternative investments.

James Adams III is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2012. The firm serves over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of wealth management services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. Edward Jones manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jeffrey Bogdanovich is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 2015 to 2022 and briefly worked at Infinity Bicycles. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

David Brooks is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2012. He brings to his role over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, having begun his career in 2009. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, David worked with Vanguard Investment Co. in Charlotte, NC. He focuses on delivering client-centered advice grounded in time-tested principles, assisting individuals, families, and business owners in managing their financial lives with clarity and attentiveness. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. David holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Auburn University, where he and his wife, Candice, both graduated from the College of Business. They live in Auburn, AL, with their three sons, Ward, Emmett, and Lucas. The family emphasizes strong values related to commitment and family, and they are members of First Baptist Church Opelika. Outside of his professional pursuits, David enjoys activities such as golfing, boating, cooking, fishing, football, hunting, music, and spending time traveling with his family.

Harry Jackson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Montgomery, Alabama, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He worked at Merrill from 1999 to 2009 before joining LPL Financial, where he has been since 2009. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. It offers a range of financial planning and asset management services, including access to model portfolios and third-party subadvisors, supported by technology tools for operational and research purposes.

Jacob Ray is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2013 after completing his Bachelor's Degree from Middle Georgia College in Air Traffic Management. Jacob holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His professional focus includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income. Jacob works with a diverse group of clients across the country to develop financial strategies aligned with their short- and long-term objectives. Jacob and his wife Catherine reside in Montgomery, Alabama with their two children, Hanan and Virginia. The family is active in their local community and participates in organizations such as the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, First United Methodist Church, Montgomery Symphony Orchestra, and Saint James School. Outside of work, Jacob's interests include cooking, football, music, reading, running, skiing, and traveling.

John Burns is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2020, following prior roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and Bank of America/Merrill Lynch. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as an executor for his mother’s estate. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Megan Carter is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2020 and previously worked at Alfred Saliba Corporation for four years. Outside of her advisory role, Megan is involved with her church as the director of children's music, working with children from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Beatrous is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping clients develop personalized wealth management strategies tailored to their individual financial goals. William leverages the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services and lending solutions offered by Bank of America to provide comprehensive financial guidance. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). William earned his High School Diploma from Montgomery Catholic Preparatory. Committed to community involvement, he dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations in alignment with Merrill's tradition of serving the communities it supports.

Paul Winn is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Montgomery, AL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and Citigroup Global Markets since 2002. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process incorporating firm-approved tools and scenario modeling.

Melvin Sikes is a CFP® and ChFC® with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2016. He has been involved in entrepreneurial ventures including ownership of Meridiem Advisory Group, LLC, a support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and employs advanced analytical tools to support client goals.

John Dunn is a financial advisor at Stifel with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors, PNC Managed Account Solutions, BB&T Investment Services, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services with a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.