Robert Savage is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc., Bankers Life Securities, Inc., HD Vest Investment Services, and Savage Law, PLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, retirement advice, and institutional platforms.

Joseph Matura is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2016 and also founded Designed Wood Flooring Center LLC, a business he has managed since 2013. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs, delivering investment guidance through multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and order-routing operations.

Tania Kvakic is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2013 and also at City National Bank since 2018. Kvakic serves on the Board of Directors for the Arizona Coyotes Foundation, a charity focused on community involvement and fundraising. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs featuring customizable portfolio management and financial planning services supported by in-house and third-party investment managers.

Ryan Mcintyre is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. His career includes tenures at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 financial advisors and employs research-based investment evaluation methods grounded in diversification and modern portfolio theory.

Brooklyn Taylor is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. Taylor’s background includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and JP Morgan Private Bank. Outside of finance, Taylor is a partner in a bakery franchise with two locations in Arizona and manages a residential rental property through a revocable trust. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide investment recommendations.

Chad Stauffacher is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 30 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Camelback Padel, LLC, a padel and pickleball court rental business in Phoenix, AZ. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing comprehensive written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to deliver tailored retirement advice while emphasizing managed accounts and affiliated investment products.

Jeffrey Hostenske is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over seven years of experience in advisory roles, complemented by two decades of leadership in the restaurant industry, which provided him with insights into disciplined financial management, strategic growth, and operational excellence. Jeffrey focuses on comprehensive wealth management strategies that include college education planning, retirement planning, legacy planning, tax minimization, and portfolio management services. He is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Jeffrey earned an Associate's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree from Johnson & Wales University, following his graduation from Fisher Catholic High School. He emphasizes a planning approach built on three pillars: Planning, Investing, and Coaching, aimed at helping clients navigate the complexities of market volatility and achieve their long-term financial goals. Originally from Lancaster, Ohio, Jeffrey values the work ethic and educational foundation instilled in him from an early age. Since relocating to Phoenix in 2011 with his wife Jennifer, he has been committed to assisting clients in turning their ambitions into financial achievements. Outside of work, Jeffrey's interests include cooking, football, golfing, music, and watching movies.

Buba Nyassi is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ. His previous roles include positions at The Vanguard Group and Great-West Financial, as well as experience in senior care and health systems. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and an integrated operational structure.

Christopher Rios is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill Lynch and Vanguard before joining Strategic Advisers, LLC, a Fidelity Investments company. Outside of his advisory roles, he spent eight years with Harvest Church. Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies while delivering model portfolios for Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Miguel Espinoza is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Bank. Espinoza is also involved in a separate business activity outside of investment advisory services in Prescott Valley, AZ. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Taylor Ryan is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2024. Prior to this role, Taylor served as an Investment Consultant and Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, and held positions at Goldman Sachs Personal Financial Management as a Wealth Manager and Relationship Manager from 2018 to 2022. Taylor's professional experience spans various aspects of financial planning and wealth management. Taylor is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) and holds a California Insurance License. Their approach to financial planning emphasizes building a foundation of trust and providing ongoing guidance and support to clients as they work towards their unique financial life goals. Outside of professional responsibilities, Taylor is interested in family activities, fitness, pets, traveling, and volunteering.

Richard Kuhn is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Surprise, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2004. 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 financial advisors and branch offices.

Hailey Schmitt is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and having two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera, she worked at McCormick Ranch Golf Club and has also been affiliated with Renaissance Financial. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and provides multiple program options including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies.

Jeffrey Munster is a financial advisor with Merrill in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2006 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a power of attorney position with a non-investment-related entity, K & V B, based in Phoenix. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nicholas Thompson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CapFinancial Partners, LLC (CAPTRUST), Alpha Cubed Investments, LLC, and the Arizona State University Office of Planning & Budget. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and third-party asset management, supported by tools such as machine learning for research and operational support.

Derek Brown is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Peoria, AZ, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. His background includes roles at AE Wealth Management and Independent Wealth Management, as well as a position at McFadden's Bar and Grill. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and customized strategies supported by operational and research tools.

Joseph Shinske III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc., CUNA Mutual Group, and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a commissioned notary. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, including access to model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Mark Barenbaum is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include sixteen years at Woodbury Financial Services and a year at OSAIC. Outside of advisory work, he owns Baum54 INC, which operates the business Mrbcruises. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered primarily by investment adviser representatives using discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Ellen Dean is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James in various capacities since 2000 and recently operated under the Paradise Financial Partners brand. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with Medicare health insurance sales through her business, Dean and Associates. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by analytical tools and maintains unique services such as municipal advisory capabilities and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Chad Swanson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Goodyear, Arizona, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked at Southwest Products from 2014 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he manages rental property in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of investment strategies and advisory services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large national network of advisors and branch offices.