Michael Sheppard Jr. is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in helping families, retirees, and busy professionals address both their short-term and long-term financial goals. He provides tailored strategies that encompass general investing, retirement planning, education planning, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategies, and tax minimization. Michael utilizes a one-on-one approach to understand client priorities and develop portfolio strategies aligned with their objectives. He offers ongoing advice and adapts portfolios as circumstances change, supporting clients through complex financial decisions such as buying a home, saving for college, and preparing for healthcare needs. In addition to his advisory role, he coordinates with Bank of America specialists on banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Florida Gulf Coast University and a Master's degree from the University of Florida. Michael has earned professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he enjoys activities such as boxing, camping, football, hiking, pickleball, reading, skiing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Robert James is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has 16 years of industry experience, including roles at THE O.N. Equity Sales Company and Ohio National Financial Services. Outside of advising, he is involved in business development coaching and operates an independent insurance agency through Marathon Risk Solutions. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm supports both discretionary and non-discretionary management and provides access to proprietary model strategies and unaffiliated third-party advisers.

Paul Farthing is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2010, following prior roles at Gunnallen Financial, Inc. and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm operates through thousands of financial professionals and offers access to multiple platforms, discretionary and non-discretionary management, as well as proprietary model strategies.

Jeimy Rodriguez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Their prior work experience includes roles at JPMORGAN Chase Bank, Bank of America, Merrill, Amazon.com, and Banco Davivienda. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Heidi Kesner is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in North Port, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2012, with brief periods at LPL Financial and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Outside of her advisory role, she creates epoxy crafts and tumblers, participating in craft fairs and selling her designs online. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a comprehensive range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm is distinguished by its extensive national network of advisors and branch offices, as well as affiliated capabilities including a trust company and proprietary investment products.

Mark Uebelacker is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Punta Gorda, FL, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. He has two years of industry experience and has worked at various firms including Forthright Capital Partners and Merrill Lynch/Bank of America. Prior to his financial services career, he had roles in marketing, university positions, and service industries. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

James Levell is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2014 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Levell is also the owner of Levell Wealth Management, LLC, an investment-related business based in Punta Gorda, FL. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including retirement, education, risk, and wealth-transfer planning, utilizing proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations for clients.

Eric Loche is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated private bank since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing rental property. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm‑approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Stephen Serati is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several firms, including Securities America Advisors, SSN Advisory, and MSI Financial Services. He is a partner in Millenia Investments, a company involved in investment advisory and insurance-related business. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm utilizes a model-based investment process with portfolio optimization and supports various investment strategies and third-party managers.

Amber Weaver is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She previously practiced law at Amber L. Weaver, Esquire P.A. for sixteen years before transitioning to finance. Weaver serves as an advisory board member for Meals on Wheels of Charlotte County. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations.

Jean Paul Ceballo is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Merrill Lynch, Charles Schwab, LPL Financial, and Wells Fargo Bank, among others. Primerica Advisors serves primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm manages a wrap-fee asset management program that utilizes model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers and offers a range of strategic, tactical, tax-managed, and income-distribution investment models.

Stacy Hart is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera Wealth Services since 2013 and Cetera Investment Advisers since 2023. Outside of her advisory role, she is co-owner of a home inspection business with her spouse. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Brittany Ingman is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2017. Prior to that, she was employed at Arcadia Amoco (Marathon) for three years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an event coordinator for a local boating club that organizes boating events and social gatherings. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thaddeus Obecny is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. His career includes long tenures at Avantax Insurance Agency, LLC and Avantax Investment Services, Inc. He is also a partner in a notary public service and serves as an executor of an estate, overseeing its operations. Additionally, he assists with financial management for his son's professional golf business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Jill Spatola is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 25 years of experience in the financial industry. She specializes in managing both personal and corporate retirement plans, developing income plans, and providing personal wealth analysis. Jill works closely with her clients' attorneys, CPAs, and Medicare specialists to ensure that all aspects of their wealth management plans are aligned. Her practice serves a variety of clients, including real estate professionals, corporate executives, and small to mid-size companies, focusing on strategies such as family wealth management, legacy planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Jill holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts and has completed additional coursework at Bryant University. She has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Throughout her career, she has been involved in community organizations such as BNI, Girls on the Run, School on Wheels of Massachusetts, and Women United of Charlotte County. Jill has also served on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including School on Wheels of Massachusetts and the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County. In addition to her professional commitments, Jill volunteers as a coach for Girls on the Run and participates in local chambers of commerce. She has chaired initiatives like the School on Wheels Holiday Bag Drive, which involved coordinating community efforts to support students. Jill balances her professional and community work with personal interests including adventure sports, boating, running, and spending time with her family.

Kristin Cardona is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Punta Gorda, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, she worked in healthcare-related roles at several rehabilitation and care centers. Outside of her advisory work, she is co-owner of AC Cattle Company, an agricultural business based in Branford, FL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Matthew Streiff is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations and over 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages personal residential rental properties. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of investment advisory programs and affiliated services. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Sharry Hawkins is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services tailored to clients who meet certain net-worth thresholds, combining investment research and planning tools with optional implementation through various brokerage and advisory programs.

Daniel Kowalczyk is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Fidelity Investments, and Wintrust Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he has a limited association with a multi-level marketing company through product use and minimal compensation. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party portfolio managers for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and charitable organizations.

Glenn Darrah is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2019 and has also been affiliated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA 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 investment options and bank deposit sweep programs among its offerings.