Larry Grant is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at LPL Enterprise, Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, Brighthouse Financial, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and METLIFE Securities Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Jessica Snyder is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advice. The firm’s IPS-driven investment process incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Benjamin Mayo is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and service positions at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Chick-fil-A. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stacey Polito is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Mooresville, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2010 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non‑qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, acting as an ERISA fiduciary and offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Maria Franco Archila is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, she worked at Solid Roofing for five years and taught at South Iredell High School and Mount Mourne Middle School. 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, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gregory Talbot is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a two-year tenure at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory options. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Joseph Lambert is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2004 and is involved as a general partner in rental housing and land development businesses. Lambert is also a co-owner of a luxury day spa franchise operated by his wife. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, manager searches, and performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, offering a range of advisory and brokerage services.

Luanne Veitch is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC. She holds a Series 63 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she worked at Compass Group - Morrison Healthcare, Avonti Arabians, and Starbucks Coffee Company. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Zachary Stephan is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at The Vanguard Group and Bank of America. 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, and institutional investors.

Walter Greenwald is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gastonia, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ic Advisory Services Inc and The Investment Center Inc. for 15 years each before joining LPL Financial in 2025. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Kirk Messick is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 2012. He began his career in the financial services industry in 2006 with Wachovia Securities. Kirk holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned his high school diploma from West Iredell High School. With over sixteen years of experience, Kirk focuses on goal setting and retirement planning, specializing in consolidation and distribution of retirement and pension plans. He employs Goals Based Wealth Management, creating personalized strategies to help clients pursue their financial goals through a structured process of defining objectives and implementing solutions. His approach emphasizes putting the client's interests first and building trust through integrity and hard work. Outside of his professional role, Kirk participates in community activities such as coaching the All Pro Dads Odell Elementary Chapter and serving as an Assistant Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America. His personal interests include hiking, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

James Thomas Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Mark Kuznitz is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2009 to 2023. Kuznitz is based in Denver, NC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide customized, non-discretionary recommendations supported by a centralized consulting team.

Jonathan Wise is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. from 2021 to 2024 and has a background that includes nearly a decade at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals near or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Daniel Willis is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior roles include positions at Bankers Life Securities, Robert Half International, and DiSys. 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 investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis, utilizing Wells Fargo research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Bailey Psuik is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, Bailey held positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and First Bank. Outside of finance, Bailey has experience working with the Republican Party of Florida. 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 databases.

William Haugen is a CFP® professional with 56 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to this, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. He serves as a board member of the Downtown Development Association of Morganton, NC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering 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 a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Richard Robinson is a CFA® charterholder and holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. He has nine years of industry experience and is currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC. His prior roles include positions at Great Western Bank, Portia Capital Management, and Cetera Investment Advisors, among others. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory services supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

John Shaffer is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Corpay and Wells Fargo Advisors. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with investment options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Ryan Culpepper is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds professional designations including Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Ryan Culpepper earned a Bachelor's Degree from Wingate University.