Lucas Beatty is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Dallas, NC Boys and Girls Club and as a trustee for Venture Church. Thrivent Investment Management offers dedicated planning services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients. The firm provides holistic, goal-based analyses addressing a broad range of financial planning topics, with opportunities to combine planning and managed-account services under a consolidated billing option.

Richard Winn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Shelby, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007 and previously worked at New England Securities. Winn serves on the advisory board of South Mountain Children and Family Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, combining extensive operational resources and technology with a broad platform of products and services.

Carrie Jones is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 19 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services and Cambridge Investment Research. Jones serves as a board member for Serenity Pastoral Counseling, a nonprofit organization. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of advisors. The firm utilizes a range of advisory platforms and investment strategies, offering integrated brokerage, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Adrian Smigiel is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Belmont, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA from 2015 to 2018. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Ryan Welsh is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2022, previously holding roles at Bank of America and several other organizations. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a power of attorney for his parents in cases where they are unable to make decisions for themselves. 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 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.

Walter Greenwald is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at IC Advisory Services Inc. and The Investment Center Inc. for 15 years, as well as at Next Financial Group, Inc. and FFP Advisory Services Inc. Greenwald's other business activities include roles related to non-variable insurance products. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Kristine Pennington is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. She has held prior roles at Triad Advisors, Inc., Questar Asset Management, Questar Capital Corporation, and GCG Wealth Management. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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 with diverse investment options and utilizes technology tools for operational and research support.

Joshua Shelton is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Kings Mountain, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked for Broad River Retail dba Ashley HomeStore from 2016 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is vice president of C J Farms Inc in Shelby, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the country.

Calvin Lougassy is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Wells Fargo Bank, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his financial services career, he was involved with Study Hall LLC from 2019 to 2021. 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 offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Leah Flores is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 25 years of industry experience. She has spent the majority of her career with Wells Fargo entities, including Wells Fargo Bank, NA, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Veronica Lommel is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo and JPMorgan affiliates throughout her career. Outside of finance, she works as a part-time delivery driver for DoorDash. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and uses modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Adam Larsen is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to that, he operated Larsen’s Greenhouse Inc. for 13 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than 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.

Dwayne Clendaniel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at LPL Financial since 2012, Sharonview Federal Credit Union since 2004, and CUNA Brokerage Services from 2003 to 2012. Clendaniel is also associated with Sharonview Financial Services through Sharonview Federal Credit Union. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and an extensive range of operational tools.

Paul Bukta is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2011 and previously was with Edward Jones from 2007 to 2011. Outside of advising, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting services through his separate business, US Tax Service. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, and institutions. The firm provides a range of investment options including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational tools but maintains that investment decisions are made by advisors.

Richard Winn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Nationwide Securities, Inc. and operating Winn Insurance Network, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with the Christian Business Men's Committee. 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 variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios, with advice delivered primarily by investment adviser representatives using discretionary or non-discretionary strategies.

Joseph Reimels is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 46 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp for 16 years and Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC for six years. He holds a Series 63 designation. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in non-variable insurance activities. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, utilizing a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Michael Fayed is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2018 and previously worked at Summit Financial Group. Fayed serves on the boards of the Boys and Girls Club of Gaston County, the Heart Society of Gaston County, and the Gaston Community Foundation. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals using a variety of portfolio management approaches and platform arrangements.

Cassia Reed is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2017 in various roles and has prior experience with Upward Sports. Outside of advising, she is involved in a woodworking and fencing business where she assists in planning and execution. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, including tax-efficient services and proprietary investment options.

Michael Holdenrid is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Nationwide Securities LLC and Nationwide Insurance. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Caden Wealth Management, LLC, and operates as an independent insurance agent through Holdenrid Insurance Group. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing a variety of investment platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Jamie Richard is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 24 years of industry experience. He has held Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Richard serves on the board of Care Solutions in Shelby, NC, where he advises on elder health care issues. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves individual and institutional clients across a wide range of account types. The firm offers various investment strategies, including wrap fee programs and separately managed accounts, and operates under a fiduciary standard.