William Herring is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2021. Prior to that, he held positions at Hog Slat Inc, Southeastern Interiors, and was self-employed for a year. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models, including third-party and proprietary offerings, and provides ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Jacob Mejan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and currently beginning his career in the industry. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he has held positions at Osaic and Steward Wealth Strategies, and has experience teaching at Liberty University and Grace Christian School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing a network of investment adviser representatives who implement various model portfolios and customized strategies supported by advanced research and operational tools.

Maryanna Johnson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and investment committee guidance.

Charles Savidge III is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Raleigh, NC. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Clifton Thomas Jr. is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jack Garrison is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he held roles outside the financial industry, including positions at Hanes Geo Components and Appalachian State University. Outside of his advisory work, he operates as an independent contractor landscaper through ADG Properties LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients across wealth levels, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm’s approach includes matching clients to program models or discretionary managers and utilizes a network of third-party asset managers alongside firm-offered programs.

Adam Cheshire is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Cetera, and First National Bank of PA. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in fixed insurance sales. 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 employs over 14,000 advisors and manages approximately $671 billion in assets, providing both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by comprehensive research and analytics.

Craig Buzak is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2009 and with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions, managing approximately $671 billion in assets across more than 14,000 advisors.

Bruce Honeycutt Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with over 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2010 and previously held positions at Morgan Stanley, Citigroup Global Markets, and Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated. Honeycutt maintains a wealth management practice under LPL Financial. 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 advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Jamie Claytor is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, where he has worked since 2014. He has three years of industry experience. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning processes supported by its Global Investment Committee’s return estimates and modeling tools.

Nathaniel Sale is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Durham, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA and Pitboss LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Elaine Jolley is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. She is currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has previously worked at Vesta Wealth Advisors, Principal Securities Inc., Principal Life Insurance Company, and Edward Jones. Outside of her advisory work, she is a founder of Vesta Divorce Solutions, a service focused on divorce planning, and serves as a volunteer board member for Sherry Braswell Ministries. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, employing both proprietary model strategies and third-party solutions across multiple platform arrangements.

Joel Hudson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and also works with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with American Defense Systems Inc., which provides bulletproof armor and contracts with the U.S. Army. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and models to support client financial plans.

Shay Pond is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, Shay worked at OSAIC, FSC, and Equitable Advisors, LLC among other roles. Shay also contributes as a Wealth Associate at Steward Wealth Strategies, where responsibilities include client meetings, financial planning, and serving on the internal investment committee. 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 financial planning and asset management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary platforms.

Michelle Cejudo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Truist and Wells Fargo Bank N.A., along with several years of experience at The Cheesecake Factory. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Drewry Littlewood serves as a Wealth Management Advisor and leads the Littlewood & Associates Wealth Management team. In this role, he provides customized wealth strategies and integrated advice to individuals and families. His approach includes investment management, retirement planning, trust and estate planning services, cash-flow analysis, education savings, and charitable giving. Drewry focuses on helping clients address their priorities and work towards their financial goals efficiently, anticipating critical points in their personal and professional wealth to support informed decision-making. Drewry holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant. He is also a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His client focus areas include college education planning, employee benefits planning, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Raised in Durham, North Carolina, Drewry is active in his community as a member of White Memorial Presbyterian Church and YMCA Camp Thunderbird. He lives in Raleigh, North Carolina, with his wife and two children. They enjoy spending time outdoors, particularly fishing and boating on North Carolina's Outer Banks.

Justin De Prino is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Raleigh, NC. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 25 years of industry experience, including 15 years at Morgan Stanley. His current role at Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co began in 2026. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software to analyze client goals and provide written recommendations.

Jody Mansfield is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Rapp Mansfield & Associates Team. She has over twenty years of experience in the financial industry, having held roles on a trading desk at the Delaware Group in Philadelphia and with an International Finance Group in Richmond, VA. Jody also worked at Wachovia Securities, a predecessor of Wells Fargo Advisors, in Regional Management and later as a Wealth Management Advisor for nearly two decades before joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2016. Jody’s expertise lies in delivering personalized wealth management and comprehensive planning strategies for individuals and families. She emphasizes building relationships defined by integrity, honesty, and trust, focusing on understanding her clients’ unique life priorities to create tailored financial plans. Her client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, and retirement income. Jody holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Economics and Business Management from North Carolina State University and a Master of Business Administration from Meredith College. She holds the designations of Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA), and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP). A native of North Carolina, Jody is raising two sons, William and Max, with whom she enjoys outdoor activities such as snow skiing, boating, and scuba diving.

Ryan Lun is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping individuals and families develop personalized financial plans that align with their unique goals. Ryan works with clients to address priorities such as retirement savings, education funding, wealth management, and long-term financial security. Ryan holds a Master's Degree from East Carolina University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His approach emphasizes understanding each client’s financial situation to create tailored strategies that support their objectives. Outside of his professional work, Ryan enjoys spending time with his family and engaging in activities such as baseball, cooking, football, golfing, reading, running, softball, table tennis, and watching movies.

Martin Coward is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, and operates under a fiduciary standard across its advisory programs.