Patrick Traynor is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2025 and has concurrent experience with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group since 2021. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm’s approach uses algorithm-driven, goal-based methodologies to create personalized portfolios predominantly composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, integrating tax-aware strategies and various customization options.

Kenneth Zdziarski is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and has worked at various Vanguard entities since 2026. Outside of finance, he is a freelance musician. Vanguard Advisers offers 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 composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a digital platform combined with a team servicing model.

Michael Dugan is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a ChFC® designation along with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at NYLIFE Securities, LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach featuring personalized asset allocations, largely implemented through Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Cody Bussell is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments, holding a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Thompson Private Wealth and Allied Millennial Partners. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates using a centralized investment approach that combines quantitative and qualitative research. The firm also offers sub-advisory and retirement plan services alongside managing separate accounts and pooled investment vehicles.

Michael Doyle is a Series 66 credentialed advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He has been with Vanguard since 2025 and has prior experience working in marketing and creative industries, including roles at Hi-Rez Studios and the Savannah College of Art and Design. 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, combining proprietary models with Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through a scalable, technology-enabled platform.

Ariel Murchison is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, Ariel worked at Better Mortgage and Wells Fargo Inc. Outside of advising, Ariel owns and operates Ariel Evon Photography LLC. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with personalized asset allocations primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

John Patrick West is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2018, following a year with Centaurus Financial Inc. and prior roles including employment with Bellhops Moving Company and the University of South Carolina. Vanguard Advisers offers 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 volume of client relationships through a combination of digital platforms and an extensive advisor team.

Cole Blankenship is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he draws on Fidelity's resources to develop personalized financial plans tailored to clients' goals, values, and future visions. Cole encourages open communication and partnership with clients to create thoughtful financial strategies. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, gaining experience from various roles including Investment Consultant, Financial Representative, and Investor Center Intern. Prior to joining Fidelity, Cole interned at TMDL LLC, CPA's Consultant in 2018. Outside of his professional career, Cole enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, scuba diving, skiing, and playing soccer.

Orlando DiBacco is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with clients to develop financial plans aimed at helping them and their families achieve their goals. Orlando has held multiple positions at Fidelity Investments, starting as an Intern in 2023, and progressing through roles including Financial Services Representative, Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, before assuming his current position in 2026. His professional experience at Fidelity Investments spans various aspects of financial planning and consulting, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the financial services industry. Outside of his professional work, Orlando enjoys spending time at the beach, attending concerts, and participating in sports such as football, golf, and tennis.

Robert Koch is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc., alongside prior positions in consulting and education. Vanguard Advisers provides 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 methodologies and invests largely in Vanguard funds and ETFs, combining scale with digital delivery to manage a large client base efficiently.

Michael Milne is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments and Cetera. Outside of his advisory role, Milne has contracted as a transportation and delivery service provider with Uber and Amazon Flex. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary methodologies and constructs portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Isaac Acosta Montenegro is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience currently affiliated with Vanguard Advisers. He has held roles across multiple sectors including real estate sales and home remodeling, with ownership positions at Pivot Remodeling LLC and Finway Insurance Agency, LLC. In real estate, he works as an agent assisting with residential property transactions in Charlotte, NC. 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, primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs, and is notable for its scale and digital delivery model managing hundreds of thousands of client relationships.

Todd Clarke is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Broadridge Financial Solutions and Apex Systems, as well as positions at several universities. Vanguard Advisers offers 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 approach using proprietary methodologies to create personalized portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

David Heiligenthaler is a CFP® professional with over 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Firms including Securities America and First Allied Advisory Services. He also operates DHFS Wealth Management, a business related to his LPL practice. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients, including retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Stephen Head is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 2019. He has been affiliated with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2007. 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 using proprietary models to construct diversified portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Bryan Brown is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Merrill Lynch and PNC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, using a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach centered on proprietary models and largely Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a high volume of client relationships through a digital platform supported by a large team of advisors.

Edward Dingess is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at TIAA-CREF and Maverick Transportation. He maintains an insurance license in Concord, NC. 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 portfolios largely constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large team of advisors and a digital platform.

William Dana II is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mooresville, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 designations and 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, Infinite Wealth Advisors LLC, W&S Brokerage Services, Western & Southern Life, and SagePoint Financial. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, and affiliated investment products. The firm is notable for its large advisor and branch network and maintains affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services, including trust services and securities-based lending.

Corrina Halter is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at JP Morgan Chase and Equitable Advisors. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as an estate executor in an investment-related capacity. 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 construct portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and managing a large client base through a digital platform combined with advisor support.

Mitchell Dee is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having eight years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2019 and is also affiliated with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. prior to and during his current tenure. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans by providing both automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, utilizing proprietary models and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs to construct diversified, customizable portfolios.