Patrick Schaffer is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Mooresville, NC, and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2026, he worked at Edward Jones and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers tailored, primarily non-discretionary services and has specialized programs such as the SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services for small businesses.

Shane La Verde is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has four years of industry experience and has worked with Vanguard Advisers, Vanguard Marketing Corporation, and The Vanguard Group since 2021. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering various customization options.

Thomas North II is a CFP® professional with 31 years of experience currently serving at Ameriprise. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005 and has also operated T.M. North & Nco. since 1994. He serves on the board of directors for Invest in Others, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services for clients generally holding at least $1,000,000 in investable assets, offering written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to deliver tailored retirement advice through a centralized consulting team.

Philip Suggs is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. His career includes over two decades at OneMain Financial and his current tenure at The Vanguard Group beginning in 2020. Vanguard Advisers combines automated and human-supported investment advice to serve retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach that employs proprietary methodologies to personalize asset allocations, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs.

James Liddington is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Gladstone Wealth Partners, LPL Financial, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services. Vanguard Advisers offers both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a proprietary, goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to portfolio construction, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through its digital platform and extensive advisor team.

Brian Schroeder is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He has been affiliated with The Vanguard Group since 2008 and concurrently holds a role at Interface Promotions since 2009. Vanguard Advisers offers both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, primarily constructing portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs while providing tax-aware features and customization options.

Carolyn Weaver is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently working with Vanguard Advisers since 2021. Prior to joining Vanguard, she spent six years at Aventus Investment Advisors, Inc. She holds fiduciary roles including power of attorney and trustee for immediate family members. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm combines goal-based, algorithm-driven portfolio construction with a large-scale digital platform, managing extensive client relationships through more than 2,400 advisors.

Ryan Lee is a CFP® with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2014. He has been affiliated with The Vanguard Group and its related entities since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a contract driver for a delivery service. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to portfolio construction, utilizing proprietary models and predominantly Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Brandon Mainz is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Pfs Investments Inc, automotive sales positions, and as a driver for Uber. He also has involvement in sales of loan products and home-related services through Primerica affiliates. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm uses model-delivery investment strategies managed by third parties and supports accounts through Pershing custody and BNY Mellon Advisors.

Steven Reich is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has prior experience with Avantax Investment Services Inc. and Independent Tax & Financial Planners, PC. Outside of finance, Reich has been involved with the LSAA Basketball Association. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, combining digital delivery with a team servicing model to manage a large client base efficiently.

Curtis Ackerly is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2017. Prior to joining Vanguard, he held positions at Ruby Tuesday, the University of South Carolina, and the Moore School of Business. Curtis is also involved as an agent for a family business outside of his advisory role. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Blake Mathews is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Deutsche Bank and The Vanguard Group, Inc. prior to his current role. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages portfolios using mostly Vanguard funds and ETFs, combining digital delivery with personalized service across a broad client base.

Stephen Wang is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Huntersville, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is a business owner of Without Limit Inc., a non-investment related enterprise. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources to provide both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Michael Lewis is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with The Vanguard Group since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of HTM Development, LLC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large advisor team and advanced digital platform.

John Fitch III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Mooresville, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at PNC Investments and NYLife Securities, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches.

Matthias Black is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Vanguard and its affiliates since 2025. Prior to joining Vanguard, he worked in various roles across multiple industries, including media, retail, and education. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to construct personalized portfolios largely comprised of Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large advisory team and digital delivery platform.

John Chidwick is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. based in Mooresville, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Signature Wealth Group, Wdsworth Group-First Financial Resources, and Stonestreet Wealth Management. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner at Signature Wealth Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, emphasizing tailored plans through detailed risk profiling and firm research, with a significant portion of its advisory business conducted on a non-discretionary basis.

David Monteith Jr. is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has spent the majority of his career at The Vanguard Group. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to asset allocation, managing portfolios primarily with Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Jacob Betz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Trinity Wealth Securities, Florida Financial Advisors, and Tristate Financial Advisors. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide its recommendations.

Michael Crutchfield is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently with Vanguard Advisers. His prior roles include positions at TIAA and CUSO Financial Services. He holds active life, accident, health, and annuity licenses. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios mainly composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large advisor team and scalable digital platform.