Monika Rana is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2004, accumulating 22 years of experience within the firm. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional fiduciaries. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, enabling access to a wide range of products and services.

Lyle Cady is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Saint Louis University and Kidsmart. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide 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.

Michelle Jaquess is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Cetera and Cetera Wealth Services since 2023 and previously spent 18 years at Securian Financial Services. She is also commissioned as a notary public. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Ryan Murphy is a financial advisor with Cetera in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Renaissance Financial Corp and Securian Financial Services. In addition to his advisory role, Murphy is involved in the sales of fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable organizations, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Melinda Ross is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Merrill, Archford Capital Strategies, and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments. Based in St. Louis, MO, she has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach 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.

Brandon Haid is a financial advisor with Cetera based in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and affiliated entities since 2023 and previously held roles at Securian Financial Services and Bellhops. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and access to third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Jasmine Hutson is a financial advisor at Stifel with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Stifel, Nicolaus & Co since 2016. Prior to her current role, she worked briefly at Fast Fitness Boot Camp. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach incorporates proprietary analysis and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group to support asset allocation and planning decisions.

Jacob Dofing is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 credential. He has one year of industry experience and has previously worked at MassMutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance, Edward Jones, and in hospitality roles including The Kitchen Grill & Games and Chick-fil-A. Outside of finance, he has worked as a bartender at Salt and Smoke, a restaurant and bar in Kirkwood, Missouri. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process includes both non-discretionary and discretionary options and features a broader range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Elias Stavrianos is a financial advisor with Cetera in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 credential and beginning his advisory career in 2026. His prior work experience includes roles at Jet Aviation and Maryville University, as well as involvement with various organizations such as Downeast Bird Dawgs and Gateway Grizzlies. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Keanon Lee is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His prior work history includes roles at various firms and organizations, including US Tech Solutions Inc and Chrysalis. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Ronald Jagels is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Edward Jones since 1998. He holds the Series 63 designation and is based in St. Louis, MO. 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 investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Patrick Oglesby is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Belleville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked for Endeavor Capital LLC, doing business as Homestead Financial Mortgage, from 2011 to 2019 before joining Edward Jones in 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, operates under a fiduciary standard, and maintains a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Amita Chinnadurai is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and its affiliates since 2011, with a two-year tenure at Edward Jones in between. She serves as Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair for the St. Louis Public Schools Foundation. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings, distinguishing it from many institutional advisers.

Bradley Cox is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Renaissance Financial Corp and Minnesota Life Insurance Co, among other firms. Cox serves as President of Young Professionals for Folds of Honor, where he leads communications and fundraising efforts for educational scholarships. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a multi-manager platform serving individual and institutional clients nationwide, offering a range of portfolio management and retirement services through its extensive network of independent advisors.

Robert Patrick is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at US Tech Solutions Inc. Outside of finance, he has experience in the hospitality sector, having worked at Applebee's Bar and Grill and Patrick's Bar and Grill. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a large network of advisors and uses research-driven strategies grounded in diversification and modern portfolio theory.

Clarissa Winger is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following two years with WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as executor for her mother’s estate. 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 grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Matthew Carruthers is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. 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 and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Brent Mcintosh is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors is an institutional firm with over 2,200 advisors, serving a broad client base with a range of investment services.

Tonja Casey is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at WELLS FARGO Advisors from 2013 to 2016. Outside of advising, she owns rental properties in St. Louis. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a wider range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

William Southerland is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018, following five years at Scottrade. 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 advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broad range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.