Michael D'alessandro is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His career includes roles at Truist Investment Services, SunTrust Investment Services, and SunTrust Bank. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and offers the AMC Advantage manager-selection program, supported by proprietary research and inter-affiliate integration.

Kendrick Crockett is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Empower, he worked at Thrivent Financial and PepsiCo. Outside of his advisory role, Crockett is involved in real estate as a licensed broker and owner of a real estate investment business. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as to retail brokerage account holders. The firm emphasizes long-term portfolio returns through integrated services linked to Empower’s administrative platforms.

Kevin Maxwell is a Series 65-licensed advisor with Equity Services, Inc. (ESI Financial Advisors) and has four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equity Services in 2026, he spent five years with Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors LLC and eleven years with Knights of Columbus Insurance, where he continues to serve as a Field Agent specializing in life insurance and related products. Equity Services, Inc. provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms, including third-party asset managers and model portfolios, and manages a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary client accounts.

John Cumming is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., where he has worked since 2009. He has 31 years of industry experience and holds a Series 63 license. Cumming serves as an independent contractor for Edgewater Family Wealth. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and modeling tools, and it supports municipal and public finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Monette Spears is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Travis Bowersox is a Wealth Management Advisor and Portfolio Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in The Villages, FL. He specializes in wealth management planning, professional investment management, and providing financial strategies tailored to high net worth families, CEOs, business owners, executives, and retirees. Travis earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Central Florida School of Business. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is also the founding member and current president of The Villages Estate Planning Council, which comprises professionals such as attorneys, CPAs, and trust officers. Outside of his professional commitments, Travis enjoys an active lifestyle with interests in biking, chess, cooking, hiking, rock climbing, running, swimming, and spending time with his family. He resides in Mount Dora with his wife, Sarah, and their daughter, Ella.

Eric Blamick is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Eustis, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is a part owner of a mini warehouse business in Eustis. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Chad Buchignani is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he partners with clients to help them make appropriate financial decisions for themselves and their families, focusing on wealth management and ongoing financial monitoring. Prior to joining Fidelity, Chad worked as a Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2018 to 2020 and as an Investment Consultant at Scottrade between 2016 and 2018. Chad holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. His approach centers on building and maintaining client relationships based on trust, reliability, and transparency. He chose to join Fidelity due to its trusted brand, ethical values, and unique investment approach. Outside of his professional life, Chad enjoys baseball, family activities, fishing, exploring food, caring for pets, and running.

Dale Cebert is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Morgan Stanley, and National Planning Corporation, as well as operating Cebert Wealth Management since 2014. He is also involved with Cebert Tax Service, LLC, which provides tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other 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 network of over 22,800 advisors.

Casey Orourke is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2018, he worked for SII Investments, Inc. from 2013 to 2018. 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 portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and a large network of advisors.

John Knopick is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Rollins College for 18 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Brittany Myers is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Fidelity, based in The Villages, FL, and has two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes seven years at Citizens First Bank and a year at Blooms Baking House. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and offers oversight of affiliated and unaffiliated sub-advisers.

Clint Shea is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee of a trust for his parents. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm’s approach involves assessing client risk tolerance and matching clients with program models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Brittani Tilley is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Her prior experience includes one year at AXA Advisors, LLC before joining Edward Jones in 2017. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. 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, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Daniel Whitley is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 14 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 13 years. Outside of his financial advisory work, he serves as a Senior Airman in the DC Air National Guard, responsible for aircraft maintenance. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement-income planning advice supported by proprietary research and algorithmic tools. The firm’s approach emphasizes dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies within a product ecosystem influenced by affiliated investment options.

John Stewart IV is a ChFC® and Series 66 designated financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience, currently with Edward Jones since 2012. He serves on the boards of the Lake County Sheriffs Charities Organization and the Mount Dora Kiwanis Club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm is notable for its large retail advisor and branch network as well as its affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services.

Richard Levand is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously held positions at United Southern Bank and Blackwater Inn / Williams Landing. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Brian Hentz is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience in financial services. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial, where he has worked since 2017. His prior experience includes roles at National Planning Corporation, Morgan Stanley, Securities America Advisors, and Securian Financial Services. Outside of his advising role, he is a managing member of Graunke & Hentz Wealth Management LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and custom strategies, supported by advanced advisor tools.

Britt Worrell is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. In this capacity, she leads a team of financial advisors who collaborate with clients to develop plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. Prior to this, she served as Assistant Branch Leader from 2022 to 2024, and has held various leadership positions within Fidelity Investments since 2018. Her experience includes roles such as Team Leader for Central Relationship Managers and Client Services, Onboarding Coach, and Senior Investments Specialist. Through these positions, Britt has gained extensive experience in managing teams and supporting client financial needs. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Britt has interests in concerts, fishing, food, movies, reading, and volunteering.

David Christian is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has held several roles within the company since 2012, including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Investments Representative, Retirement Solutions Representative, and Financial Representative. David's experience spans multiple aspects of financial consulting and investment solutions, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of wealth planning. He holds a California Insurance License. His approach centers on assisting clients with selecting wealth planning strategies tailored to providing benefits both currently and in the future.