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.

Derrick Hayes is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016. Prior to his current role, he was involved in Therapy Lounge from 2010 to 2017. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their non-discretionary program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

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.

Howard Burke is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Cumming, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2014 and previously at Axa Advisors LLC from 2014 to 2020. Additionally, he is involved in outside insurance brokerage activities. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm employs a variety of advisory models, many implemented through third-party programs, and offers ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans via credentialed investment adviser representatives.

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.

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.

Charles Gorman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing who holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Equitable Financial Life Insurance, and service as an infantryman in the Georgia Army National Guard. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting with a focus on research-driven, diversified investment approaches.

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.

Charlton Bulkin is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Peachtree Corners, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and also has experience with MassMutual Life Insurance Co and MetLife Securities Inc. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Emily Ellis is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Marietta, GA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She worked at Edward Jones from 1999 to 2017 before joining Ameriprise Financial Services in 2017, where she has been since. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, offering tailored recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to deliver these services, with an emphasis on assets held within Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Kenneth Collett is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, incorporating economic modeling techniques to help clients evaluate potential outcomes.