Ward Johnson III is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments and UWM, Inc. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves as an advisor to registered investment companies and employs systematic methodologies including AI-driven research.

Keith Crabtree is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with First Clearing, LLC since 2015. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Emmett Davis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been with Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2015 and has worked within various Fidelity divisions, including Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Investments. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a charitable gift fund. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, delivering model portfolios and managing funds with a focus on oversight and governance.

Luke Mckinney is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raleigh Wealth Solutions and Equitable Advisors, LLC. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios, serving a broad range of investors including charitable funds and registered investment companies.

Blake Parker is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Cary, NC, holding the Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at First Bank and Cypress Landing, as well as a role at Appalachian State University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Alexander Khan is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He joined Fidelity in 2018 as a Financial Consultant and has been working in this role until his promotion in 2022. In his role, Alexander focuses on helping clients build out their unique vision for success by developing goal-based financial plans. He aims to understand clients' goals, concerns, family needs, and individual investment styles to equip and empower them to make sound financial decisions. He is involved in educating clients on achieving financial freedom. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Alexander enjoys concerts, family activities, golf, hiking, music, and soccer.

Donovan Mccullough is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments and companies such as Bellhop, Opendoor, DoorDash, and UNC Charlotte. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, and it is noted for its use of systematic methodologies and advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies.

Patrick Yanke is a CFP® professional with 26 years of experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial in Raleigh, NC. He has been with Raymond James since 2009 and is also the owner of Yanke Academy, LLC, where he works as a public speaker and author. Yanke serves as a board member and secretary for Divine Mercy Radio, a nonprofit organization. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Jon Bell is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' Raleigh Investor Center. In this role, he focuses on fostering a high-performance work culture by supporting associates to develop their talents and assist clients in planning for their long-term financial well-being. Jon has been with Fidelity Investments since 2006, initially serving as a Regional Consultant before assuming his current leadership position in 2011. His professional experience spans various roles in the financial industry, including positions as a Portfolio Analyst at Stanford Group Company, Financial Advisor at UBS Financial Services, US Equity Product Specialist at Baring Asset Management, and Senior Portfolio Accountant at State Street Bank. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jon engages in family activities, hiking, reading, and volunteering.

Clark Preston is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Guaranteed Rate and Angel Oak Home Loans. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory solutions.

Patrick Wigington is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he worked in various roles at Whole Foods Market, Paramount Realty, Starbucks, and Emerald View Landscape & Design. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct systematic model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Krista Biondolillo is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation. Krista has been with Edward Jones since 2000, including a recent role starting in 2025. 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 advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Nathaniel Roberts is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and State Employees Credit Union. He has worked in diverse environments, including a year with the North Carolina General Assembly and involvement with 1 in 6 Snacks. Fidelity, through its Strategic Advisers LLC division, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery.

Ryan Homer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been affiliated with various Fidelity entities since 2001, including Fidelity Brokerage Services and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs across a range of asset allocation strategies.

Cheryl White is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She previously worked at Prudential Equity Group, LLC from 2001 to 2003. Outside of her advisory role, she has acted as power of attorney for her mother and administrator for her father’s estate, and holds an ownership interest in a family business, Pilgrim’s Progeny, LLC. 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 both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Nicole Santos is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Cary, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at MML Investors Services LLC and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2017, following a year at Merrill. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, with an emphasis on collaborative, goal-based planning using firm-approved analytical tools.

Steven Halko is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 2003, focusing on serving high-net-worth individuals and families. Steven's client base includes physicians, business owners, couples, and families, with relationships often spanning multiple generations and over twenty states. He concentrates on long-term investing and wealth planning, helping clients determine their financial needs and risk tolerance. Steven also coordinates efforts with clients' CPAs and attorneys to align tax-minimization and estate planning strategies and provides access to Bank of America specialists for additional banking and lending needs. Before joining Merrill, Steven had a seven-year professional hockey career in the NHL with the Carolina Hurricanes and in the American Hockey League. He graduated from the University of Michigan, where he captained the National Championship hockey team in 1996. Steven holds several professional credentials, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) designations. Steven resides in Morrisville, North Carolina, with his wife Sherene. They have two adult sons who live and work locally. Steven has coached hockey at various levels and remains active in sports as an avid curler with the Triangle Curling Club. He is also a volunteer with the Carolina Hockey Alumni Association. His personal interests include music, reading, spending time with family, and traveling.

Shayla Jones is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Fidelity Investments since 2022 and prior experience in retail positions at Ulta and DTLR. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable and registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory solutions.

Daniel Arney is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds a Series 66 designation and has 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for five years before joining LPL Financial in 2013. Arney is based in Holly Springs, NC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Krista Cavalieri Carr is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked with Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she works as an independent sales contractor for Southern Skies Events, LLC, assisting with wedding planning and vendor partnerships. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a systematic investment approach that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services along with fund management and model portfolio delivery.