Brian Edkin is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 1999 and was previously with TD Ameritrade for one year. Based in Franklin, TN, he has spent the majority of his career with Schwab. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separate managed accounts and maintains a large, integrated structure supporting a broad client base.

Mark Richards III is a CFP® certificant affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., with 23 years of industry experience. He previously spent 10 years at Commonwealth Financial Network before joining Raymond James in 2025. Richards is also the owner and president of Radnor Wealth Management LLC, where he manages financial planning and investment advice alongside overseeing the firm’s operations. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and delivers a range of advisory programs, including specialized services in municipal and public finance.

Ivie Burns II is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Franklin, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and also works with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Robert Levy is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Brentwood, TN, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services, Inc. and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 1997. Outside of advisory services, he is also involved in life, health, and fixed index annuity insurance sales. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning and offers asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Suzanne Nelson is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 33 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2024 and was previously with Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. for 27 years. Suzanne is also a commissioned notary in the State of Tennessee. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a broad range of advisory strategies alongside various non-advisory financial services.

Michael Prokop is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at New York Life Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers annual collaborative planning engagements using firm-approved tools and supports event-driven planning such as divorce and estate-settlement strategies.

Rachel Schultz is a CFP®-designated financial advisor at Charles Schwab with six years of industry experience. She has held roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Schwab, and CORE Finance, among others. Outside of her advisory career, she has experience with Butler University Tableware Everywhere. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by multi-asset model portfolios and access to alternative investments.

Campbell Dowling is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he was affiliated with the University of Tennessee Knoxville for four years and has worked with the Nashville Golf and Athletic Club. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services along with model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

James Aid is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets, Wells Fargo Advisors, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools such as risk profiling and scenario modeling to support client goals.

James Candella is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2010 and holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of finance, he serves as an actor and model with the Dan Agency in Nashville. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a range of capital markets, advisory, and research solutions.

Leonidas Vaughan IV is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has held previous roles at Mass Mutual, Raymond James, Merrill, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Prudential Equity Group. Vaughan is also a commissioned notary in Tennessee. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, incorporating diverse investment strategies and technology tools to support its extensive network of advisors.

Robert Soerens is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, Wells Fargo, and Sagespring Wealth Partners. He is also involved as an independent insurance agent and directs Clifton Street Wealth Management in Franklin, TN. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, employing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies tailored to client objectives.

Angela Hall is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Stifel with 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing, UBS Financial Services, and Merrill. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services based on a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Joseph Martinez is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Raymond James, Martinez worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC. Outside of advising, he is a partner in several restaurant-related businesses in Nashville, collaborating on restaurant consulting and investment activities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports a broad advisor network, combining technology and analytical tools to assist clients in implementing financial strategies.

Melissa Ward is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Brentwood, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Waddell & Reed, Inc., various insurance carriers, and Saltwater Therapy. She was also involved with Hope Clinic For Women for ten years. 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 institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including access to model portfolios and third-party asset managers.

Scott Pandillo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Liberty Wealth Management, LLC and Next Financial Group, each for over a decade. 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 portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive technology and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Peter Schallmoser is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in the financial industry. He specializes in designing cost-effective corporate retirement plans—including 401(k), defined benefit, and non-qualified platforms—for businesses that prioritize employee economic empowerment. Since 1997, Peter and the Schallmoser Group have worked closely with corporate and high net worth individual clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their unique goals. His areas of expertise include corporate benefits, equity compensation services, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. Peter holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Loyola University Chicago and a Master’s Degree from Pennsylvania State University. He holds multiple professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Beyond his professional work, Peter serves as a Village Trustee for the Village of Lake Barrington, Illinois, and volunteers with the Crushers Club in Englewood, Chicago. His personal interests include adventure sports, baseball, and traveling.

Kevin Riskevich is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Franklin, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He serves on the board of Blue Gray Lodge LLC, a private investment-related company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, delivering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Cara Rhodes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. She has 16 years of industry experience, including prior roles at First Horizon Advisors, Wells Fargo Clearing, Gibraltar Private Bank & Trust, and Merrill. Rhodes also serves as a notary in connection with her advisory activities. 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 institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning, portfolio management, and institutional platforms, supporting investment strategies through both proprietary research and third-party managers.

Catherine Oconnor is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 41 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC for over three decades. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and institutional entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated trust and insurance services.