Kurtis Nolan is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. Prior to this role, he worked as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2026. He has held several roles at Principal Financial Group, including Financial Consultant II from 2023 to 2024, Financial Counselor from 2022 to 2023, Client Onboarding Manager from 2019 to 2022, and Client Service Specialist in 2019. Kurtis partners with individuals and families to assist them in making informed decisions about their financial futures. He employs a holistic planning approach to understand clients' goals, values, and financial situations, helping to develop personalized plans tailored to their priorities. His services include strategies related to investing, retirement planning, and managing financial milestones, with adaptability to clients' evolving needs over time. Outside of his professional work, Kurtis engages in activities such as biking, spending time with family, fitness, and golf.

Elizabeth Whitsel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Chapel Hill, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, she worked at First Horizon and held multiple roles at SunTrust, including advisory and investment services positions from 2015 to 2020. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services supported by research, model portfolios, and technology-driven investment strategies.

Harrison Wright is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he specializes in delivering personalized financial planning experiences that help clients align their goals with actionable strategies. He collaborates closely with Financial Consultants to identify opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and pursue long-term financial success. Harrison has progressed through various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Solutions Representative II, Investment Solutions Representative I, and Customer Relationship Advocate. His professional focus includes a strong foundation in financial planning concepts and client advocacy, guiding clients through key decisions with clarity and confidence. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional role, Harrison has personal interests in cooking and baking, golf, movies, and skiing.

Michael Hughes is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hillsborough, NC, with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Nancy Williams is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Durham, NC. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 13 years of industry experience, including 10 years with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Williams serves as president of the Blue Devils Toastmasters and holds board positions with the Colony West Advisory Board and the Hinton Mill Owners Association. 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 Financial Professionals and employs a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Richard Walsh is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Uber and held positions at UNC Chapel Hill’s Office of Sponsored Research. Outside of finance, he is involved in delivering flowers during busy holidays for Fallons Flowers. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and systematic methodologies in its investment process.

Nicholas Kolb is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various roles including at Colby's Ice Cream & Bake Shop LLC and as an independent contractor. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a youth ice hockey referee on weekends. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Julio Aguirre is a financial advisor at Merrill in Cary, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2007 and also has experience at Bank of America, N.A. since 2025. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Obudho is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021, following prior roles at TD Ameritrade and COR Clearing LLC. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm integrates proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Wells Clark is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at RGA Investments and several other organizations in varied capacities. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company where he works, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including multi-manager and fund-of-funds strategies.

Benjamin Lowry is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he worked at the State Employees' Credit Union for two years and has held various roles including positions at North Carolina State University and several local businesses. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

John Spivey is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2012. He has been with Fidelity since 1997, progressing through various roles including Senior Account Executive, Financial Planning Consultant, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he was a Financial Consultant at D. E. Wine Investments from 1996 to 1997. With 28 years of experience at Fidelity, John specializes in retirement, wealth planning, and income planning. He assists clients in understanding Fidelity's broad platform of resources to build and execute personalized financial plans. Outside of his professional career, John is interested in family activities, fitness, hiking, reading, traveling, and volunteering.

Benjamin Carr is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has prior experience with Fidelity Investments. Outside of finance, he is the principal songwriter and performer for Personality Cult, a musical arrangement business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a multi-manager platform that offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Sherry Kho is a CFP® professional with 18 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Ameriprise since 2008, initially with Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. and continuing with Ameriprise since 2020. Based in Durham, NC, she holds the Series 66 designation. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm uses a centralized consulting team, algorithmic modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written Recommendation Reports, emphasizing managed accounts and offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

James Kraft is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Janney Montgomery Scott, LLC, and West Marine. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including fund advisory and model portfolios, and is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator and use of AI and algorithmic methods in research.

Kurt Schmiemann is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 21 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a notary in Durham, North Carolina. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

David Cove is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Raleigh, NC, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 65 designations. He has 29 years of industry experience, including more than two decades at Mass Mutual Investors Services and roles at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company and MSI Financial Services. MassMutual Investors Services operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses collaborative, software-driven planning tools and offers a range of investment and education programs.

Nathan Bost is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2020. He has five years of industry experience, including prior roles at Advance Auto Parts and Duke Health Technology Solutions. Outside of advising, he assists with the business operations of his wife’s anesthesia practice. 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 advisory strategies supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

James Campbell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various roles including teaching alignment-based Vinyasa yoga and breathwork at 110 Yoga and Triangle Rock Club. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across retail, institutional, and registered investment company clients.

Janet Ramsey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Durham, NC, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations along with Series 63 and 65 licenses. She has 41 years of industry experience, including 16 years at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024. Ramsey is involved with Premier Advisor Group LLC, a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, supported by research and model portfolios from internal and third-party sources.