Rebecca Nicholson is a Wealth Management Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill Lynch in 1996 following a career as a petroleum engineer. In her current role, Rebecca works with high net worth individuals, families, and business owners to understand their financial goals and develop tailored strategies to achieve them. Rebecca leads an advisory team that emphasizes a consultative approach, involving clients fully in the wealth management process. She conducts thorough investment assessments to gauge clients’ investment purposes and risk tolerances and makes periodic reviews to provide recommendations aligned with clients’ objectives and market conditions. As a qualified Portfolio Manager, Rebecca manages personalized and defined investment strategies that can include individual securities, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party investments, sometimes on a discretionary basis under the firm’s Investment Advisory Program. She holds professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorSM (CRPC®), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Rebecca earned her bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines.

Benjamin Walker is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Nashville, TN. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 20 years of industry experience, including 18 years with UBS. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in managing several sole proprietorships related to investment real estate. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.

Christopher Boyd is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2014. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering tailored financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Joseph Jackson is a CFP® professional with 47 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC since 2023. His previous roles include positions at LPL Financial for 11 years and Independent Financial Partners for 6 years. He operates a sole proprietorship, Jackson and Associates, where he engages in sales and marketing of securities, investment advisory, and insurance products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of advisers and advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party money managers to construct and manage portfolios on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Stephen Williams is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Hendersonville, TN, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, Williams serves as a soccer coach at a local soccer club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households, as well as pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of managed solutions and advisory services supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Thomas Moonshower is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at SunTrust Advisory Services and SUNTRUST INVESTMENT SERVICES, Inc. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm implements personalized investment strategies through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supported by RBC’s capital-markets capabilities and affiliated asset managers.

Michael Whittaker is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2026. His prior work experience includes roles in the automotive industry and a position at Purdue University Global. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of individual and institutional investors.

Scott Pantuso Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Wells Fargo Bank NA, as well as positions at PNC Capital Markets, PNC Bank, LPL Financial, and California Bank and Trust. 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 a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Russell Barnard is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Nashville, TN, and has eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with The Country Club and Boston College for over a decade. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and investment advisory services supported by structured planning tools and broad market resources.

Brandan Chasteen is a CFP® certificant with eight years of industry experience, currently associated with MassMutual Investors Services. His prior roles include positions at Private Advisor Group, LPL Financial, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of Harpeth Wealth Partners, a faith-based professional development organization for marketplace leaders. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, goal-oriented planning using firm-approved analytical tools and offers various educational and event-driven planning programs.

Aairiona Green is a financial advisor with Merrill in Nashville, Tennessee, holding a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2021, she held roles at Western Kentucky University, Hoff Bujnoch and Associates, and Natural Investments. Outside of her advisory work, she manages several business ventures, including a limited liability company involved in purchasing investment real estate and operating an Amazon drop-shipping store, as well as monetizing lifestyle content on social media platforms. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Thomas Atkinson is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in the Middle Tennessee area. With over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, he has worked in various roles supporting a diverse group of clients in achieving their specific financial goals. Thomas focuses on educating clients about the recommendations and options available to them, ensuring a clear understanding of each personalized financial plan. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Thomas holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his bachelor's degree from Auburn University. He emphasizes building strong client relationships and collaborates one-on-one to develop financial strategies tailored to clients' long-term goals. In addition to his professional work, Thomas is committed to community involvement and volunteers with local organizations. His personal interests include adventure sports, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, photography, running, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Andrew Harrison is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wood Financial Group, Cetera, B. Riley Wealth Advisors, B. Riley Wealth Management, and Randstad. Fidelity, through its Strategic Advisers LLC affiliate, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its work with registered investment companies, use of AI in research, and advisory role in delivering model portfolios for Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Brian Bialek is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Nashville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2009 and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is a passive investor and partner in EnergyX, a clean energy technology company focused on lithium and battery innovations. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Joseph Bishop is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management based in Nashville, TN. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has 15 years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at LPL Financial, Cetera Investment Services, Regions Bank, and Jackson National Life Distributors. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing holistic, goal-based financial plans without discretionary trading authority, and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option.

Kimber Barton is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with over 31 years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. Her prior experience includes roles at Brentwood Financial Partners and Commonwealth Financial Network. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and manages rental real estate properties in Nashville. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and modeling tools, and it supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Craig Long is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 30 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked at Securities America Advisors and Mutual of Omaha. In addition to his advisory work, he has served as an expert witness in a life insurance lawsuit. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofits through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm provides a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services and employs firm-designed asset allocation and portfolio management tools across multiple investment vehicles.

Ryan Pearson is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets in Nashville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation. He has prior experience with Augusta Advisors and joined RBC Capital Markets in 2025. Pearson has no industry experience prior to 2016 and a period of unemployment from 2018 to 2025. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs offering portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes investment strategies based on client risk profiles and utilizes both in-house and third-party managers, with a notable focus on integrated capital markets and affiliated asset management capabilities.

Kevin Clunan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with First Tennessee Brokerage since 2001 and FTB Advisors, Inc. since 2013. LPL Financial serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Collin Bryan is a Financial Advisor with Tellis Bryan Wealth Management at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with a team that has over 60 years of combined experience, assisting multi-generational families with wealth management, retirement planning, and trust and estate planning considerations. Prior to his current role, Collin worked as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Bank of America, where he helped clients align their day-to-day financial decisions with their long-term objectives. During this time, he earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and developed his focus on guiding individuals and families in thoughtful financial planning. Collin holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri System. Originally from St. Louis, he now resides in Nashville with his wife and their Golden Retriever, Gus. Outside of work, he spends time with family and friends, stays active, reads, watches movies, and explores Middle Tennessee.