Christopher Connor is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at E*TRADE Capital Management LLC, E*TRADE Securities LLC, and Scottrade. Connor is based in Charlotte, NC. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with connections to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm separates standalone planning services from ongoing discretionary management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund while providing a range of managed account programs.

Matthew Fortenberry is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Prudential-related firms, Wells Fargo Clearing Services, and AXA Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients—including both non‑high-net-worth and high-net-worth individuals—along with pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset management programs, utilizing a range of third-party asset managers and proprietary advisory models.

John Knolhoff is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 19 years of industry experience, including 15 years with The Vanguard Group. Knolhoff serves as an agent on family members' investment accounts. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary methodologies to construct portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large-scale digital platform and a team servicing model.

Sulayman Nyang Jr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a mentor and business coach for at-risk young adults and holds positions on several nonprofit and advisory boards related to business coaching, education, and community initiatives. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services. The firm is notable for its extensive advisor network, comprehensive service offerings, and fiduciary standard of care.

Brendan Cole is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Charlotte, NC. He holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held various positions including roles at Principal Financial Services and The Hanover Insurance Group. He also worked as a retirement consultant offering personalized investment advice to Principal retirement plan participants. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Daniel Copeland is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and 66 licenses and having six years of industry experience. He has been with The Vanguard Group since 2020, following earlier roles in brokerage services and various positions including work in the hospitality and entertainment sectors. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supporting a large client base through its digital platform and extensive team of advisors.

Mary Grace Cardow is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at The Vanguard Group, Clemson University Academic Success Center, and Ameriprise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement planning advice through a centralized team using proprietary research and tools.

Hyun Paik is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, Paik worked at Fisher Investments and Fidelity Brokerage Services. Vanguard Advisers offers both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Caleb Wyckoff is a financial advisor with Merrill in Huntersville, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America N.A. and Merrill since 2023 and previously spent seven years at Harris Teeter. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ganna Wenzell is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 11 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Fifth Third Securities, and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, notable for its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored retirement income planning and ongoing advice based on detailed analysis and collaboration between a centralized service team and financial advisors.

Elaine Turner is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with six years of industry experience. She has worked at various Vanguard entities since 2020 and has also been self-employed in a childcare role since 2021. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach utilizing proprietary models to create personalized asset allocations, primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Laura Spivey is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Cornelius, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her prior work includes two years at Movement Mortgage before joining Edward Jones in 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and is notable for its extensive retail advisor network and affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services.

Jason Farouk is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His career includes roles at Bank of America, The Vanguard Group, Citizens Securities, and Santander Securities. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brian Zellner is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at D.A. Davidson & Co. for eight years and multiple positions at LPL Financial and Merrill. He also has experience outside the financial sector, including work with Vail Resorts and Bambis Christmas Trees. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and collaborates with third-party asset managers to deliver investment solutions tailored to clients’ risk tolerance and goals.

Michael Jones Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch since 2010. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Merrill serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional investors, offering managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, brokerage execution, and custody services. The firm emphasizes tax-efficient investment strategies and integrates closely with Bank of America’s broader banking and capital markets platform.

Adrienne Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2021. Prior to Vanguard, she held roles at Equitable Advisors, AXA Advisors, and Auto-Owners Insurance. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach centered on personalized asset allocations and a range of customizable portfolio options.

David Hahl is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Cornelius, NC, with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and Series 66 designations and has been with Edward Jones since 2010. 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 under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

John Abdelmalak is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has worked at various Vanguard entities since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Elect, LLC, though the business is currently inactive. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Bradley Mobley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include time at Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, Mobley owns a digital media business focused on photography and design, and he serves on the finance committee of Henderson Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services across a broad range of areas, including retirement, education, and specialized planning such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis. The firm uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and client letters.

Jason Smith is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked with Vanguard and its affiliates since 2014 and is currently self-employed as an author, engaging in book writing, public speaking, and recording art. Vanguard Advisers delivers both automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models to create personalized portfolios mainly composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering tax-aware and customizable options.