Karla Hicks is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers. Her prior roles include work with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and THE Vanguard Group, Inc., alongside experience as a home healthcare worker. Vanguard Advisers offers 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 utilizing proprietary models to create personalized portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Tiara Leggett is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 credential and beginning her industry career in 2026. Her prior work includes roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, Liberty University, MKS2 Technologies, and Navy Federal Credit Union. She is also the owner of Tiara DeShay, LLC, an insurance-related business. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by its proprietary glide-path methodology and advanced tax-aware features.

Bryan Raithel is a CFP® with 25 years of experience currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 2019. He has been associated with The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Vanguard Marketing Corporation since 2010. Raithel also serves as a fiduciary agent and custodian for an immediate family member's investments. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through platforms serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to construct personalized portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Carlos Stennis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and approximately 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC since 2011 and Wachovia Bank, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an assistant chaplain for Trail Life USA, where he teaches biblical lessons. 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 employs a large-scale, research-driven approach and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Ethan Mcduffie is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing based in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 63 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at DYSIS and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. 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 combines extensive research and analytics with a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Ethan Edwards is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with several firms including Fidelity Charitable and Wells Fargo Clearing Services. Outside of advising, he is involved as an owner and partner in Action Auto Group LLC, a business based in Oakboro, North Carolina. 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, utilizing various platform arrangements and a mix of proprietary and third-party strategies.

Thomas Robinson is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ameriprise, where he spent two years, as well as self-employment and positions outside the financial industry. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Niren Johal is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. He has worked at several Vanguard affiliates and Tristate Financial Advisors during his career. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human‑supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer‑sponsored retirement plans, employing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and a team servicing model.

Joseph Kinson is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. His prior roles include positions at Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, Townsquare Interactive, Total Quality Logistics, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Lenoir-Rhyne University, and United Parcel Service. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create personalized asset allocations using mostly Vanguard funds and ETFs, and it manages a high volume of client relationships through its digital platform combined with a large advisory team.

William Lewis III is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2019, previously spending time at Edward Jones and Andrew Roby Construction. He also holds an insurance license and maintains a limited role as an insurance agent. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants, using goal-based, algorithm-driven asset allocation primarily through Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base with a high client-per-advisor ratio, emphasizing digital delivery and customized portfolio options.

Nathan Randall is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, having previously worked at Equitable Advisors, LLC. Outside of the financial sector, he has experience working in moving services and retail. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing 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 offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Stacey Littlejohn is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wachovia Bank, N.A. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 registrations. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options tailored to clients who meet net-worth requirements, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools to develop recommendations delivered through meetings and written summaries.

Sweetie Flores is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC. She holds a Series 63 designation and has recently begun her career in the industry. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, her background includes positions at Southern Adventist University and Concrete Roses Life Center. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. 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.

Joseph Sriraman is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he held positions at PGA Tour Superstore and several universities, including the University of Valencia and the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that offers investment advisory services, financial planning, 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.

Max Miller is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing rental property in Concord, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies and affiliated services, supported by a large network of financial advisors nationwide.

Cory Morris is a financial advisor at Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sean Seabolt is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing Services since 2017. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Rhamel Brown is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in providing training for body and mind through his part ownership in 360 Student Athlete, a local community-focused organization. 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 employs over 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Korel Mack is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 12 years of industry experience. Mack has been with Vanguard Advisers since 2019 and is also employed by The Vanguard Group. Outside of advising, Mack works as a contracted driver for Lyft and DoorDash, and has roles as a transcriptionist and apparel designer for companies including Rev.com, Teespring, and Redbubble. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and retirement plan participants, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach that incorporates proprietary models and a range of customization options. The firm serves hundreds of thousands of clients through more than 2,200 advisors, emphasizing digital delivery and portfolio management with Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Nicholas Mercer is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at USAA, Fisher Investments, and the Department of the Navy. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice through digital and personal advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models and primarily invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs, with a focus on scale and digital delivery.