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.

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.

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.

Marcus Wallace is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. Prior to this role, he worked as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025. Marcus has experience in managing financial portfolios, having served as a Manager at Morgan Stanley from 2008 to 2015. He focuses on developing financial plans tailored to the unique needs of his clients, working closely with individuals from various backgrounds and financial situations to help them achieve their financial goals.

Joseph Benson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wachovia Bank, N.A. since 2007. 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 offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics, with approximately $671 billion in assets under management and over 14,000 financial advisors.

Jonathan Papac is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held positions at several firms including Fidelity Investments, J.P. Morgan, Wells Fargo, Voya Investment Management, Fifth Third Bank, and Bank of America. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured planning process.

Eliana Perez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and Bank of America. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Alexander Duhaime is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2016 and focuses on building trustworthy relationships with affluent families. He assists clients in developing holistic wealth plans centered around their short, intermediate, and long-term financial goals. His client focus areas include Personal Retirement Planning, Sports & Entertainment, and Retirement Income. Alexander holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from the University of West Georgia. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional role, Alexander is involved with the Georgia English Bulldog Rescue. He also enjoys golfing, hiking, and running.

Robert Wilder is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has worked at Raymond James since 2023 and previously spent over three decades at American Wealth Management, Inc. He is also the CEO of The Wilder Group LLC, a support company focusing on payroll and accounting. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting, utilizing risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports municipal and public finance work, which is uncommon among large institutional advisors.

Samuel Burton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at E*Trade Securities LLC and has a varied background including positions outside finance. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs serving both individual and institutional clients, utilizing structured financial planning tools and providing access to extensive investment resources.

Sibonee Pease is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2017, she worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC for three years. Outside of her advisory role, she coaches clients in fitness and health through the BODi platform and operates Health is Wealth 360, providing health coaching services for busy mothers. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and maintains unique offerings such as municipal advisory services and a SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services program.

Marc Cohen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cumming, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Cohen is involved in business coaching and consulting through Mackall, Cohen and Associates, LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering tailored, non-discretionary recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Shayna Markel is a financial advisor at OSAIC with two years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked primarily with Markel Financial Services, LLC in addition to her current role. Markel also serves as an associate financial advisor and insurance broker specializing in life, health, disability, long-term care, dental, and Medicare products. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform offering advisory and brokerage services. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with portfolio optimization and offers a range of managed accounts and third-party manager programs.

Casey Jones is an Investment Consultant at the Alpharetta Fidelity branch in Georgia. He has been in this role since 2025, focusing on educating and preparing clients for a financial future that meets their retirement needs and goals. Prior to this, he worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025 and served as a Retirement Planner at the same company from 2023 to 2024. From 2016 to 2023, Casey was a Financial Advisor at Wealth Integrity Financial. Casey has experience in investment consulting, relationship management, retirement planning, and financial advising. Outside of his professional work, he engages in family activities, fitness, social events with friends, golf, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Jeff Dear is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Guardian Life Insurance Company, Park Avenue Securities, Wells Fargo, MassMutual, and PNC Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach involves structured discovery conversations and approved tools, with a focus on advisory services rather than individual security recommendations.

Charles Nelson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership in Noslen Group LLC, involved in investment-related activities. 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 incorporates a range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Shelly Beaulieu is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She has held her current position since 1999 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joshua Cabada is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping individuals and families navigate important financial decisions with confidence, focusing on building strong, trust-based relationships through clear communication and responsive service. Joshua works closely with clients on areas such as family wealth management strategies, retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible investing, tax minimization, and small business strategies. Joshua holds a Bachelor's Degree from Kennesaw State University and has earned professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is bilingual, proficient in both English and Spanish. Outside of his professional role, Joshua enjoys camping, genealogy, hunting, music, soccer, spending time with his family, and woodworking. His approach centers on uncovering what matters most to clients and their families to create strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals.

Joseph Armenta III is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, he worked in the hospitality industry at various establishments including Southern Roots Tavern and Eatery and Dingus Magees. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.