Gaurav Yelavarthi is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Fidelity Charitable and ANZ. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to build model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Anita Hearn is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Apex, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 6 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2008, totaling 15 years at the firm. Outside of finance, she is the owner and coach of Storm All Star Cheerleading, a competitive cheerleading gym where she coaches a team several hours per week without compensation. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Duy Nguyen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and approved tools to support client financial goals, while typically acting in an advisory capacity rather than as a fiduciary for retirement accounts unless separately engaged.

William Carpenter is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Caleb White and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its advisory roles with registered investment companies and its use of systematic methodologies and AI-driven research in portfolio management.

Leigh Bridges is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is a notary public. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by offering a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, with clients deciding on implementation through various brokerage and advisory programs.

Larry Melton Jr. is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience currently practicing at Fidelity in Raleigh, NC. His career includes prior roles at Facet Wealth, Charles Schwab, and TIAA, as well as multiple periods with Fidelity Investments. He works within Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Christopher Willis is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He worked at BB&T from 2007 to 2020 before joining Pinnacle Financial Partners and Raymond James Financial Services in 2020. Outside of advisory work, Willis is a partner and certified flight instructor at Executive Flight Training & Services, LLC, providing flight instruction and aircraft rental services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm uses risk profiling and analytical tools to tailor non-discretionary planning and consulting to client goals and supports a broad advisor network with specialized offerings in municipal finance and SIMPLE IRA advisory services.

Mikki Kline is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2008 to 2014 and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

April Sneed is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Durham, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research and self-employment in financial services. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as an officer for the Town of Rolesville, providing leadership and strategic vision. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction across various fund structures.

Sammy Mustafa Mohsen currently serves as an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with individuals and families to develop strategies aligned with their financial priorities, helping clients explore opportunities and address challenges. Sammy's experience includes a tenure as an Investment Solutions Representative II specializing in fixed income at Fidelity Investments. Through personalized guidance and ongoing conversations, he assists clients in making informed financial decisions and staying focused on their long-term goals. Outside of his professional work, Sammy is interested in family activities, social events with friends, movies, soccer, and traveling.

John Bottega is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Holly Springs, NC, holding a Series 66 credential and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Thorough Financial Group LLC and Waddell & Reed, Inc. from 2015 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with the Syracuse University Raleigh Alumni Association. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Michael Compitello is a Benefits & Planning Consultant within Executive Services at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, progressing through roles including Workplace Planning Consultant I, II, and III. As a Certified Financial Planner, Michael collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial plans aimed at achieving their specific goals and aspirations. He emphasizes empathy, attentive listening, and building trust to create a welcoming environment for his clients. His approach involves strategizing and implementing financial solutions that support clients' definitions of success. Outside of his professional role, Michael has personal interests in cooking and baking, fitness, hiking, pets, soccer, and traveling.

Dennis Cody is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he worked at Charles Schwab Co., Inc. and served six years in the United States Navy. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases to support its investment approach.

Xingyu Liu is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving the Carolina East Market. With over 11 years of experience in the financial industry, his background spans banking, lending, and wealth management sectors. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2019 as a Client Associate in Florida, Xingyu worked alongside multiple Senior Financial Advisors before relocating to North Carolina and beginning his own advisory career in 2022. Xingyu holds a Master of Science in Economics from NC State University, obtained in 2010. He is a native Mandarin speaker and holds active FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations, along with the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His expertise includes wealth planning, client service, relationship management, and providing ongoing financial planning and advice to help high-net-worth clients preserve and grow their wealth responsibly and efficiently. Residing in Cary, NC, Xingyu enjoys reading, soccer, table tennis, tennis, and traveling. He also values spending time with his family. His professional philosophy emphasizes that financial success requires intentional planning, reflected in his approach to helping clients make informed decisions and stay on track toward their financial goals.

Beatriz Mas is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Miami, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS since 2013 and has also been affiliated with Santander Securities and Banco Santander Central Hispano International since 2002. Outside of her advisory role, she is a representative for Amway. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans and portfolio management.

Hugh Morris Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JP Morgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Fisher Investments, Bank of America, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting through Morris Professional Tax Service and marketing via Vertical Vision (V2) Marketing, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, leveraging a large network of investment adviser representatives and various strategic, tactical, and alternative investment options.

William Griffin is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked with WestEnd Advisors, LLC from 2014 to 2019. Griffin serves as an investment committee member for Christ Church Raleigh. 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 across more than 14,000 advisors and provides a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Edward Pavel is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., JP Morgan Securities, LLC, and Citizens Securities, Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and leverages research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute to support its investment decisions.

Quintin Ellis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021. Prior to joining the financial industry, he spent six years with the Frisco RoughRiders. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Frederic Anders is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James Financial in Raleigh, NC. His prior experience includes roles at BB&T and its affiliates. Anders also works as a Licensed Bank Advisor with Pinnacle Bank, assisting clients with banking and investment needs and coordinating with Raymond James advisors for investment services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base ranging from individuals to institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting, supported by analytical tools and a broad advisor network, and has notable municipal and public-finance capabilities.