Michael Bateman is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked with Independent Financial Group LLC and Bjo Capital Management Inc. outside of his current role. Bateman also provides economic and tax revenue analysis consulting services for the State of Utah. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse clientele including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm combines brokerage and advisory services with financial planning and uses asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and third-party platforms to deliver customized investment portfolios.

David Moore is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with two years of industry experience, currently with Edward Jones. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he spent 11 years at Nextgear Capital. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Daniel Montesinos is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Clearing Services, E*TRADE, and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a delivery contractor for DoorDash. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Braeden Cutler is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he works with a diverse client base including working professionals, families, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals. He specializes in areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, employee financial health, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He began his career at Fidelity Investments, gaining experience in customer service and assisting small businesses with retirement plan selection. He later counseled 401(k) plan participants and served as an investment consultant, helping individuals plan and invest for various financial goals. During his tenure at Fidelity, he earned a bachelor's degree in Economics from Utah State University in 2023. In 2026, he joined Merrill Lynch to broaden his capabilities in serving clients. Outside of his professional work, Braeden enjoys outdoor activities and traveling with his wife. They appreciate the Utah outdoors, and Braeden is actively engaged in golf, aiming to improve his game. He is fluent in English and Italian.

Evan Phelps is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in South Jordan, UT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at E*TRADE Securities and Associated Food Stores. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers comprehensive advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses structured planning processes and firm-approved tools, serving clients primarily in an advisory capacity.

Benjamin Hill is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles outside of finance, such as involvement with Glenwild Golf Club and local baseball teams, as well as experience in catering and university settings. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and supports multiple investment approaches including model portfolios, third-party managers, and customized strategies.

John Holmgren is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, Holmgren serves on the board of directors for Parker Theatre in South Salt Lake, UT. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Auston Belka is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with a Series 66 designation and over 18 years of experience at Wells Fargo Bank. He joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he and his wife hold a real estate investment entity for personal investing purposes. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services through a large network of advisors. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory solutions with other financial products and referral channels.

Tyler Vongsawad is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual in various roles from 2005 to 2024. Outside of advising, he is an author and participates in occasional speaking engagements. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions through a national network. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options, supported by research and a variety of investment strategies.

Guilin Jiang is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Sandy, Utah, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing four years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2021 and has also operated as a self-employed advisor since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee’s return estimates and Monte Carlo simulations.

Joshua Ames is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2023, he was employed at Decimal LLC and KPMG Spark, among other positions. He is a member of networking organizations BNI and NAIFA. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutions by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm combines personal risk assessment with program models and third-party asset managers to deliver customized investment solutions.

Melinda Cespedes is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2017, including its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., and previously at Planned Security Resources. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm provides written recommendation reports using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, supported by a centralized consulting team.

Sunnie Wight is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at E*Trade Securities and E*TRADE Capital Management for over a decade. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools alongside advisory services.

Mark Fairclough is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he engages in holistic wealth planning and benefits education to assist individuals and families in making informed decisions aimed at achieving their personalized financial goals. He emphasizes serving as a comprehensive financial resource to help clients navigate significant life events and celebrate financial milestones. Mark has accumulated extensive experience at Fidelity Investments, progressing through various roles since 2010. His previous positions include Workplace Financial Consultant, Annuity Sales Representative, Financial Consultant, and Portfolio Specialist. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as an Operations Analyst at Riggs Capital Management from 2008 to 2010. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California, enabling him to provide licensed insurance advice and services in these states.

Devin Murphy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at firms including E*TRADE Capital Management, CapFinancial Partners (CAPTRUST), Northwestern Mutual, and Fidelity Investments. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a range of investment services supported by firm-approved planning tools and methodologies.

Yu Huang is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, Yu held positions at Nu Skin, E Excel International, ISOTRUSS, and English Life. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support client outcomes.

Jayne Smith is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Provo, UT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 12 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill from 2013 to 2021 before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2021. Outside of her advisory role, she is the sole proprietor of J7 Capital LLC, an investment-related real estate business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes structured discovery conversations and proprietary planning tools, emphasizing advisory services without individual security recommendations in standalone planning.

Joshua Walkenhorst is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he spent several years affiliated with Brigham Young University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning approach uses structured discovery conversations and proprietary tools to model outcomes, with clients responsible for implementing their plans.

Amanda Mahr is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Low VA Rates, and Vivint Smart Home. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques in its financial planning process.

Steven Shelton is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in West Jordan, UT, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, Shelton is involved in coaching volleyball for local high school and community teams and co-manages a business that handles payroll and staffing for his practice. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional providers.