James Lalor is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Merrill in Denver, NC, with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America since 2012. Lalor is also an inactive Ready Reserve Captain in the United States Marine Corps. 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 a range of individual, institutional, and charitable clients.

William Bracken is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 30 years of industry experience, including over 10 years with Cambridge and more than 30 years as owner of Bracken Financial, where he also operates as an independent insurance agent selling fixed annuity and long-term care products. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad mix of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals.

Madison Turner is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, Turner was affiliated with The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. Outside of advising, Turner has held various roles in the food service industry and has experience working at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and institutional entities. The firm uses model-driven investment approaches and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and non-securities products through affiliated entities.

Conosha Williams is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having nine years of industry experience. She has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2019 and has also worked with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group since 2016. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and tax-aware features.

Adedoyin Adesanya is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, Adesanya worked at Truist Advisory Services and LPL Financial Services, among other firms. They have affiliations with the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. 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 uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Jackson Graham IV is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked in various roles within The Vanguard Group, Inc. and its affiliates since 2022. Prior to this, he held positions in different industries, including education and retail. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Personal Advisor services, serving retail investors and eligible employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, and it manages a large client base leveraging digital delivery and a team servicing model.

Austin Rogers is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials. He has three years of industry experience and has worked at Vanguard marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2022. Prior to his finance career, Rogers was involved with Massage Luxe and taught at Rollins College. Vanguard Advisers offers 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 to construct portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, providing scalable digital delivery alongside personalized service.

Joseph Gardner is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and has worked at various Vanguard affiliates since 2022. Gardner’s background includes experience in accounting firms and a brief role in seasonal holiday decoration. 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 portfolio management with a large digital platform and a team servicing model, offering a range of customization options using predominantly Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Jonathan Friend is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He has held positions at The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2004, including time at Four Peaks Brokerage from 2017 to 2023. 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 with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering customization options such as tax-aware features and ESG exposure.

Cole Eldridge is an advisor at Vanguard Advisers with a Series 66 designation and has been in the industry for less than one year. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, his work background includes roles at The Vanguard Group, Consolidated Planning, Dicks Sporting Goods, and various educational institutions. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to portfolio construction, utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs with features such as tax-aware strategies and customization options.

Marina Smith is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. She has been with The Vanguard Group since 2022. 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 utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages a large client base through a combination of automated platforms and advisor teams.

Thomas Hallmark is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Vanguard and its related entities since 2003 and owns Prismatic Property Group, LLC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and retirement plan participants, using a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach largely centered on Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a high volume of client relationships through its digital platform and team servicing model.

Garrison Stewart is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. He has worked with The Vanguard Group and its affiliated entities since 2022. Prior to joining Vanguard, he was employed at DigitalIntelligence Systems LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to portfolio construction, largely utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a high volume of client relationships with a substantial advisor team.

Robert Van Lanen Jr. is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Vanguard in various capacities since 2017. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, using a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios mainly composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through its digital platform and team servicing model.

Garth Stefan is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Before joining Vanguard in 2021, he worked at T. Rowe Price from 2015 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tutoring through his own business, Stefan Solutions LLC, and as a contractor with Varsity Tutors and Wyzant. 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 investment approach, primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs, and delivers services at scale through a combination of digital platforms and a large advisor team.

Heath Prior is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation for 13 years before joining Cambridge in 2022. He is also the president and owner of Prior Wealth Planning, a separate business entity. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers a range of account platforms and proprietary model strategies supported by a large network of financial professionals.

Edwin Gresham is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. since 2012. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and provides a range of advisory programs and consulting services.

James Sadleir is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Advisers, Vanguard Marketing Corporation, and The Vanguard Group since 2021. Prior to that, he worked at Drive Wealth Advisers and held positions outside the financial sector. 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 methodologies and primarily invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Brandon Schlesinger is a Private Wealth Advisor and Managing Director with Merrill Private Wealth Management. He joined The Oberheide-Schlesinger Group in 2007 following the completion of an intensive wealth management analyst program. In his role, Brandon leads the group's efforts in third-party asset manager selection, due diligence, and performance measurement, in addition to overseeing operational and compliance matters for the team. Prior to his current position, Brandon was a Senior Vice President and Alternative Investments Director at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematical economics from DePaul University and maintains several FINRA licenses including Series 7, 66, 3, and 31. Brandon also holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations.

Bryce Moritz is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds a bachelor's degree in Mathematics with a minor in Business Administration from Clemson University. Bryce grew up in northern Maryland and has a background that includes a variety of family experiences. Bryce specializes in creating personalized financial plans that address clients' unique goals, including college education planning, family wealth management, retirement income strategies, and legacy planning. He emphasizes tax minimization strategies and aims to develop tailored and adaptable plans that grow with his clients' needs. In addition to holding the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations, Bryce enjoys sports such as basketball, chess, football, golfing, and tennis, as well as watching movies. His approach involves understanding what matters to clients and their families to assist in pursuing their financial objectives.