Christa Ortwein is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2016 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2017. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as Secretary for Event Driven Corporation, a computer and IT services firm based in Alpharetta, GA. Merrill, along 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.

Alan Thompson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2025 and previously spent 18 years at Concourse Financial Group Securities Inc. Outside of his advisory roles, he operates AGT Financial LLC, where he provides investment advice and sells life insurance products to clients. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management and financial planning services, leveraging both affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures.

Jen Meredith is the Vice President, Wealth Planner. She has experience in financial planning, having served as Financial Planning Director at Morgan Stanley from 2020 to 2024 and as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2020. Jen focuses on creating comprehensive financial roadmaps that guide clients through retirement. Outside of her professional work, she has interests that include the beach, concerts, fitness, food, football, and volunteering.

Audrey Thorson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through dedicated teams. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its advisory services.

Abbe Moss is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning utilizing structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Thomas Ryan Jr. is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with over 21 years of experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial since 2019 and previously held positions at SunTrust Investment Services, Merrill, and Morgan Stanley. He is also the owner of Evidential Wealth Advisors, LLC, a support company for his Raymond James branch. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by risk profiling and modeling tools and offers specialized programs including municipal and public finance advisory services.

David Tollin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting through Accounting Associates of GA, LLC. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset managers.

Sloan Becker is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than 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.

Kendall Redmon is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2021, Kendall worked at American Global LLC and has experience in education, including roles at the University of Alabama and The Woodlands High School. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Corey Weese is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2021, following prior roles at E*TRADE Securities LLC and Millenium Security Services. Outside of his advisory work, Corey assists with election polling and volunteering for the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering comprehensive financial planning and investment advisory services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and investment research to support tailored financial strategies.

Damon Limberis is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1987, serving a diverse client base including corporate executives, retirees, business owners, successful professionals, athletes, and individuals with sudden wealth. Damon specializes in areas such as corporate executive services, executive compensation, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, special needs planning strategies, women and wealth, sports and entertainment, and tax minimization. He holds several FINRA registrations including Series 6, 7, 31, 63, and 65, and professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Damon earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from the University of Florida. He worked for two years as a research biologist with Bayer Chemical before transitioning into wealth management. He is actively involved in professional organizations including The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association and the University of Florida Regional Council. Damon contributes to his community through roles such as Secretary for AHEPA's One Housing Program in Atlanta and as an intake caseworker with the St. Vincent de Paul Society. He has also coached children's soccer for six years. Residing in Alpharetta with his wife Meredith and their three children, Damon applies his strong family orientation to his work, emphasizing customized financial strategies tailored to each client’s unique family dynamic and goals. Outside of his professional duties, he enjoys fishing, gardening, golfing, hiking, hunting, and skiing.

Jolene Abney serves as a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She collaborates with individuals, families, and organizations to provide financial advice centered on retirement planning, education funding, wealth transfer, and wealth preservation strategies. In her role, she utilizes Merrill's wealth planning tools to help clients manage investment risk and develop effective cash flow strategies focused on long-term financial goals. Jolene holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment (SE). She earned a master’s degree from the Oklahoma State University System and a bachelor’s degree from Southeastern University. Her client service areas include Corporate Executive Services, Divorce Transition Planning, Employee Benefits Planning, Family Wealth Management Strategies, Services for Endowments, Foundations, and Non-profits, Legacy Planning, Managing New Wealth, Personal Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management Services, and Small Business Strategies. Outside of work, Jolene enjoys biking, boating, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, running, scuba diving, soccer, and spending time with her family.

Cornelius Clark is a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works directly with clients to understand their financial situations and introduce solutions provided by Merrill and Bank of America. His position involves helping clients take control of their financial lives by selecting platforms and strategies suited to their current needs. Clark's expertise includes general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial events. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what matters to clients and their families to develop strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals. He provides ongoing advice and guidance, adjusting to clients' evolving financial needs. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Kennesaw State University.

Joseph Montgomery is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he rents his vehicle on the peer-to-peer platform Turo. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a blend of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and order-routing.

Tommy Cannon is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Lowe's Home Improvement, Straumann, and Xodus Medical before joining Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Raul Tiongson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 32 years of industry experience. His career includes over two decades at Charles Schwab & Co Inc and roles at New York Life Insurance Company, NYLife Securities LLC, and Premier Financial Alliance before joining Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory work, he has participated in ride-sharing as a driver. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and is distinguished by its extensive network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Andrew Flynn is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. His prior work includes nearly two decades at Concourse Financial Group Securities Inc. and nine years operating under Legacy Investment Advisors. He is also an insurance agent involved in the sale of fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform.

Roderick Agard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Athens, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and Bank of America, where he worked from 2015 to 2023. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process 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.

Jonathen Robinson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has previously worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, Edward Jones, and Truist Advisory Services. 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 brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Charles Pinigis is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Duluth, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice that addresses income sources, tax-aware withdrawal strategies, and Social Security options.