Emily Collins is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab, Charles Schwab Bank, Bank of America, and Discover Financial Services. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily for clients in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm uses Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and research tools to tailor recommendations based on client goals and risk tolerance, executing trades only with client authorization.

Philip Whittaker is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory. His prior work includes roles at The Vanguard Group and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. He is based in Phoenix, AZ. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm emphasizes asset allocation and investment selection through Charles Schwab’s proprietary models and offers tailored, point-in-time wealth management consultations without discretionary trading authority.

Trevor Willems is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2016, including roles at Charles Schwab Bank and Schwab Wealth Advisory. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and other referred clients. The firm utilizes Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools to tailor recommendations based on client goals and risk tolerance, with trades executed only upon client authorization.

Troy Lingley is a financial advisor with PNC Wealth Management in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes long tenure at Edward Jones and roles at Charles Schwab and Fisher Investments. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including a digital discretionary model account currently available as an invitation-only employee pilot. The firm utilizes algorithm-driven portfolio selection with investments implemented via approved model strategies using mutual funds and ETFs.

Blake Winston is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America and roles outside finance, such as at the Union for Reform Judaism and 6 Points Sports Academy. 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 investment strategies for a range of individuals and institutions.

Bruce Nicholas Cabanayan is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America for five years before joining Merrill in 2021. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Linda Schrunk is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Gilbert, AZ, with 32 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Merrill and Wells Fargo Clearing. Schrunk has been with Edward Jones since 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and advisory services, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and offices, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Lawrence Whitley Thomas is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tempe, Arizona with 16 years at the firm and 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Outside of his advisory role, he officiates basketball games for various local leagues, including city, youth, and high school levels. 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.

Adrian Paredes is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2022 and also has experience with Bank of America N.A. Prior to his advisory role, his work history includes positions at Rocket Mortgage and other companies. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Paul De Stefanis is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked with Edward Jones since 2011. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard and maintaining a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Maya Byrd is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, she worked at Merrill for three years and held positions at various organizations including CSM Corporation and the City of Phoenix Municipal Court. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Paul Farington is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, where he has worked since 2014. He has 11 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and 15,100 branch offices.

Tyler Smith is a financial advisor at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Investments, Wells Fargo, and Utah Valley University. Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios and offers advisory services that incorporate systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Craig Despres is a financial advisor with MML Investors Services, LLC, a subsidiary of MassMutual, based in Phoenix, AZ. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining MassMutual, he worked at Adopt Technologies, LLC and Zayo Group. He is also the owner and manager of Milestone Financial, LLC. MML Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual planning engagements and a range of programs including divorce planning, estate settlement, and employer-sponsored planning.

Emma Johnson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2018, with prior experience at AssetMark. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational services.

Wyatt Blanco is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, his work history includes roles unrelated to financial advising. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Alid Franco Basurto is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in restaurant operations at Morenos Mexican Grill, where he manages employee schedules. 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, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Anna Setlak is a financial advisor at Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation. She has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Bank of America, Pour Decisions, Bagger Daves, Big Woods, Charles Schwab, Lake City Bank, and was part of Shilts & Setlak, LLC. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Le Ger is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he operated Shine Design Mobile Detailing for four years and worked in education at Chandler/Gilbert Community College and Campo Verde High School. Outside of advising, he works as a server at Elliott's Steakhouse in Chandler, AZ. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs and educational seminars, using detailed client data and firm-approved analytical tools to deliver financial recommendations.

Mason Massow is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at LPL Financial. Prior to joining LPL in 2026, he worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services Inc. for a combined seven years. Outside of his advisory role, Mason is an associate at Massow Wealth Strategies, where he supports business operations. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm utilizes a variety of investment approaches, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by extensive operational and research tools.