Joseph Anderson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at NC Farm Bureau and Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute. Anderson is based in Morganton, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and provides a range of advisory programs and investment options through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Allison Weaver is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has held various roles including positions at educational institutions and family businesses. Outside of her advisory work, she is employed as a nanny. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions through a large network of advisors, utilizing strategic and tactical allocations, model portfolios, and third-party asset managers.

Myron Stephens is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Morganton, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He worked at Blue Ridge HealthCare from 2007 to 2019 before joining Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory role, Stephens is the owner of M & K Collectibles, a business focused on buying and selling sports memorabilia and trading cards, and serves a six-year term as a trustee at First Baptist Church of Morganton. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and over 15,000 branch offices.

Mitchell Sayers is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at The Vanguard Group for one year before joining Ameriprise in 2017. Outside of advising, he owns QC Somm LLC, a private sommelier and wine consulting service. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware strategies.

Michele Compton is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Edward Jones and J.W. Cole Financial. Since 2020, she has also been associated with Signature Wealth Group as a Senior Wealth Advisor. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services supported by advanced analytical tools and has a notable affiliation supporting municipal and public finance work.

Steven Fisher is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Valdese, NC, with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Woodforest National Bank and the Catawba Valley Baptist Association. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of a rental property business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Matthew Starnes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Hickory, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2019 and previously worked at SagePoint Financial. Starnes also operates Starnes Financial Group and has been a self-employed insurance agent since 2002. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers various financial planning and asset management solutions, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies on discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Mark Teague is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2014. His prior roles include positions at Capital Guardian Wealth Management and Wells Fargo Clearing. He is also appointed as an authorized agent with Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina to sell Medicare-related insurance products. 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, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive advisor tools and a broad spectrum of financial products.

Peter Nelson is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Spectrum Financial Inc. and Securities America Advisors. Outside of finance, Nelson serves as a board member and marketing committee chairperson for Exodus Homes, a nonprofit organization focused on helping individuals reintegrate into society after rehabilitation or incarceration. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs a model-based investment process emphasizing asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary strategies and third-party managers.

Michael Austin is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Newton, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked at Wells Fargo for three years and served in the US Army North Carolina National Guard for 13 years. He is the Committee Chair for Shepherds for Sheepdogs, a nonprofit that provides trained service dogs to veterans and law enforcement officers with PTSD. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, focusing on holistic, goal-based planning across various financial topics without managing discretionary trading authority.

John Watkins is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in Western North Carolina. He focuses on developing personalized financial strategies designed to help clients pursue their long-term goals through tailored wealth management approaches that adapt to changing market conditions. John's expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, corporate benefits, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, and retirement income. He applies his knowledge to assist clients across various financial aspects, including corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, and employee benefits planning. In addition to his professional work, John is active in his community, volunteering with local organizations. He has personal interests in baseball, fishing, golfing, and hunting, reflecting his engagement with the community and leisure activities. John is committed to partnering with clients one-on-one to develop strategies aligned with their individual goals.

Scott Brooks is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance, LoyaltyEdge LLC, and American Express. Outside of his advisory work, he is a co-owner of rental properties in Morganton, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad range of individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a variety of investment strategies and affiliated services through a large network of advisors and branch offices.

Samuel Dyer is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients' individual goals to assist them in developing strategies tailored to their financial objectives. His areas of expertise include general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial needs. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Appalachian State University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Samuel engages with clients to discuss their goals and concerns, providing ongoing advice as their financial needs evolve. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Samuel has interests in chess, cooking, fishing, golfing, hunting, skiing, and soccer.

Sarah Montgomery is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, bringing four years of industry experience. She previously worked for Truist Investment Services, Inc. for ten years before joining LPL Financial in 2024. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, supported by extensive operational tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Tyler Barnhardt is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Morganton, NC, and has seven years of industry experience. Prior to rejoining Edward Jones in 2019, he worked briefly at Quest Capital Strategies, Inc., and has been involved with BH Media Group since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, Barnhardt serves as president of both the Rotary Club of Morganton and the Mountain View Bobcats Athletics booster club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of investment programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and maintains a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Bradford Link is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2020, he worked at Cloninger Ford and NC Farm Bureau Insurance. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally works as a delivery driver for a local pizza restaurant. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Christopher Mcbride is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been a member of the Lail Watkins Group since joining Merrill in 2014. The team delivers extensive knowledge with combined decades of practical experience, focusing on service and goal-oriented strategies to build and maintain long-term relationships. Leveraging the full enterprise capabilities, they serve clients' investment and banking needs through access to Bank of America. Christopher works as a full-service planner with families possessing $250,000 or more in investible assets, covering areas from asset gathering to legacy planning. He also supports business clients in retirement planning options including 401(k) plans, cash management services, treasury functions, investment management, lending, and business transitions. His client focus areas include education planning, family wealth management strategies, employee financial health, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a High School Diploma/GED from Summers County and has earned the professional designations Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, Christopher enjoys boating, bowling, golfing, pickleball, and spending time with his family.

Tomohiko Minami is a CFP® and CFA® credentialed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2024 and previously spent eight years at SunTrust Advisory Services and SUNTRUST INVESTMENT SERVICES, Inc. He is also involved in a private insurance agency business affiliated with his advisory work. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers a wide range of financial planning and investment management services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of advisors.

Douglas Rongo is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 25 years of experience in the industry. His career includes long-term tenure at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Millennium Investment and Retirement Advisors, among other firms. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for the Tarheel Chapter of the United States Merchant Marine Academy alumni association. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension funds, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm operates through a large network of financial professionals and employs multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Jackson Bell is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2021 and has prior experience including self-employment and roles outside the financial industry such as with Andy Popplin Basketball Camps and JEA Design. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, and affiliated financial products. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.