Robert Slane is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 12 years of industry experience and has been president and owner of The Wealth Transfer Group, Inc. since 1983. He provides estate planning design and consultation, including GRAT and Split Dollar administration, and regularly speaks on estate planning topics to various professional and charitable organizations. ValMark Advisers, Inc. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, offering solutions through proprietary and third-party platforms, and is noted for its involvement with investment-company products and index licensing.

David Litras is a financial advisor with Vanderbilt Advisory Services in Melbourne, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Vanderbilt Advisory Services and Vanderbilt Securities, LLC since 2018 and previously spent 11 years at LPL Financial. Vanderbilt Advisory Services serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, trusts and estates, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, proprietary model portfolios, third-party sub-advisors, and financial planning services, with an investment approach that combines strategic asset allocation and multiple forms of analysis tailored to client objectives.

Melissa Reaktenwalt is a financial advisor at Rossby Financial, LLC with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. and MML Investors Services. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the board of the nonprofit One World Education and is involved in speaking engagements through Rock and Sway Media. Rossby Financial is a Registered Investment Adviser that serves individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, pension/profit-sharing plans, and corporate entities. The firm employs multiple investment analysis methods and offers tailored strategies through discretionary and non-discretionary services, managing approximately $358.6 million across about 800 client relationships.

Joshua Ellis is a financial advisor at Sowell Management with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. In addition to financial advising, Ellis is involved in various activities including real estate sales, independent insurance agency work, tax preparation and accounting services, and specializes in employment retention and R&D tax credits. Sowell Management is a multi-team registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and other RIAs with portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm employs multiple management styles and offers model portfolios, third-party manager selection, and unified managed account solutions through various platforms.

Randolph Martin is a CFP® with 46 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Rossby Financial, LLC since 2024. Prior to this, he worked for Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. from 2010 to 2024 and has maintained Randolph Martin Insurance since 2006. He is also involved in book publishing through the Randolph Martin Retirement Group. Rossby Financial is a Registered Investment Adviser providing portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement consulting to individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, pension/profit-sharing plans, and corporate entities. The firm manages approximately $358.6 million across about 800 client relationships and employs a range of analytical methods to tailor investment strategies to clients’ risk tolerance and goals.

Maria Dianne Ergas is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving at Procyon Advisors, LLC. Her prior roles include positions at Facet Wealth, Vanguard Advisers, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Outside of finance, she is a flight instructor with Black Sheep Flight Services, where she provides flight and ground training. Procyon serves a diverse client base including individuals, families, businesses, institutional investors, and registered investment advisors. The firm offers tailored, long-term investment management and advisory services, primarily managing assets on a non-discretionary basis and integrating AI tools alongside human oversight.

John Rojas is a financial advisor at Rossby Financial, LLC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and Series 63 designations and has worked at firms including Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and NewEdge Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Strategic Tax Advisors, where he provides tax preparation and accounting services. Rossby Financial provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, charitable organizations, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and other business entities. The firm manages approximately $565 million in discretionary assets and employs diversified investment strategies tailored to clients’ objectives and risk tolerances, including the use of third-party managers and wrap-fee programs.

Amanda Pearson is a financial advisor at World Equity Group, Inc. with seven years of industry experience. She previously worked at Stifel for seven years and spent eighteen years at Faith Lutheran School & Daycare. Outside of her advisory role, Pearson serves as the lead costume designer for Encore Dance Studio’s performance company. World Equity Group, Inc. provides fee-based investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional clients such as pension plans and charitable organizations. The firm offers managed portfolios through its wrap-fee programs, combining discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Scott Olson is a financial advisor at IP Financial Advisory Services LLC with 45 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at multiple firms, including Independent Financial Group and Financial West Group. Outside of advising, he serves as a continuing education instructor. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm constructs customized portfolios and provides access to third-party investment advisors, focusing on non-high-net-worth individuals and integrating insurance and risk management services alongside traditional investment advisory programs.

Laura Lunn is a financial advisor at Sequent Planning, LLC with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at United Insurance Services, Ltd. and Nordstrom. In addition to her advisory role, she operates as an independent insurance agent. Sequent Planning, LLC serves individuals, retirement plan sponsors, businesses, endowments, and nonprofits, offering asset management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services. The firm uses a structured risk framework and a combination of firm-developed models, third-party managers, and customized allocations, supported by platforms like AdvisorEngine and custody through Charles Schwab.

Jason Fagan is a financial advisor at Sowell Management in Merritt Island, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, the ON Equity Sales Company, Ohio National Financial Services, and Chesser Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he leads Fagan Financial Group, focusing on insurance and benefits, and is involved with Cash Flow Architects, providing securities solutions to insurance agents. Sowell Management is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and other RIAs with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers diverse investment strategies and support services to its network of over 100 independent advisors.

Michael Baumann III is a financial advisor at Impact Partnership Wealth, LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has held various roles since 1987, including positions at Honor Financial Group, Inc. and Coast 2 Coast RE, LLC. Baumann serves on a condominium board of directors in Brevard County, FL. Impact Partnership Wealth provides investment management, financial planning, and ERISA retirement-plan consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary model portfolio solutions and direct asset management, combining third-party strategists with adviser-managed models and tactical asset allocation.

Michelle Flynn is a financial advisor at Latitude Advisors, LLC with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at GWN SECURITIES, Inc. since 2018. Outside of advisory work, Flynn serves as a voluntary board member for the City of Cocoa Beach Firefighters Pension Board and is involved in health and benefits consulting within the aviation industry. Latitude Advisors serves individual and business clients, offering financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, third-party manager selection, and pension consulting. The firm uses a combination of model-based strategies and fundamental/quantitative analysis, managing most client relationships on a discretionary basis with final decision authority over third-party model recommendations.

Andres Yepes is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience currently serving at Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC. His prior experience includes roles at J.W. Cole Advisors, INC. and Raymond James & Associates, Inc. He serves as treasurer and board member for the Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation and volunteers as an ambassador for the Melbourne Regional Chamber. Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC provides investment advisory services through a network of independent advisors and multi-advisor teams to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $13.45 billion in client assets. The firm offers a broad range of investment products and specialized services while overseeing advisor recommendations within an approved product menu.

Raymond Wasser III is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with nine years of experience at Archer Investment Corporation and over three decades of experience as a CPA. He has been with Archer Investment Corporation since 2016. Archer Investment Corporation provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, pension plans, and investment companies through separately managed accounts and proprietary mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $900 million, offering both discretionary and model-driven portfolio management based on comprehensive financial assessments and diversified asset allocations.

James Fox is a financial advisor at Impact Partnership Wealth, LLC with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at World Equity Group and Taylor Capital Management. Fox also maintains a role at Wadadli Financial Group, where he is involved in insurance and securities sales. Impact Partnership Wealth provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and business entities. The firm employs a combination of third-party strategists, adviser-managed models, and direct indexing, offering discretionary portfolio solutions alongside financial planning and consulting services.

Jared Doucette is a financial advisor with Integrity Advisory Solutions holding a Series 65 designation. He has five years of experience with Illuminate Financial Group and eleven years of work history at Rockingham Metal Works. Integrity Advisory Solutions serves individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and other business clients through a network of approximately 100 independent advisors, managing around $1.1 billion in client assets. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and model portfolio programs, utilizing a range of investment strategies and third-party platforms.

Terrence Rocks is a financial advisor with Inspire Advisors, LLC in Melbourne, FL, holding a Series 65 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with Inspire Advisors since 2023 and previously with GA Repple and Teleios Financial Partners. Outside of his advisory role, he co-founded and serves on the board of Brevard Youth Network, a Christ-centered outreach program focused on at-risk youth. Inspire Advisors is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing over $1 billion for individuals, institutions, charitable organizations, and broker-dealers. The firm integrates Biblically Responsible Investing through proprietary screening tools and employs a mix of quantitative, fundamental, and technical analyses, often implementing portfolios via model allocations and proprietary ETFs.

Nelson Cover III is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LaSalle St. Investment Advisors, L.L.C. since 2017. He previously worked at FSC Securities from 2014 to 2017. Outside of advisory work, he is the owner of 420 Place LLC, which owns the building where his firm operates, and serves as successor trustee on the Cassandra Hartford Trust. LaSalle St. Investment Advisors provides fee-based financial planning and investment supervisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, pension plans, charitable organizations, and small businesses. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment approaches, emphasizing a predominance of non-discretionary assets, and provides customized solutions including third-party manager selection and managed account programs.

Samantha Verzi is a financial advisor with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services before joining Kestra in 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she is a sales representative for Mary Kay Cosmetics and assists with her spouse’s car restoration business. Kestra Private Wealth Services provides investment advisory services through a network of independent advisors and multi-advisor teams, serving individuals and institutional clients with a broad range of investment products and platforms. The firm manages approximately $13.45 billion in client assets across over 200 advisors.