Kyle Hagemeier is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, Inc., First Command Financial Services, and prior service in the US Navy. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and offers portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, with various customization options.

Anna Hale is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at Fortegra and held various roles at Florida State University, including Facilities Supervisor and Student Affairs employee. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and offices.

Jason Wooten is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2019, following prior roles at TIAA and PNC Investments. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm combines a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs, serving a large client base through a digital platform supported by over 2,200 advisors.

Dawyne Wingo is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His career includes previous roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Liberty Tax Services. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, delivering customized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team that uses research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to inform strategies focused on retirement income.

Mason Bailey is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been affiliated with Bank of America and Merrill since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a deacon at Newsong Church and leads domestic and international ministry trips focused on discipleship. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Daniel Speer is a CFP® and ChFC® with 19 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2006. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment approach that integrates quantitative and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios and offers services including sub-advisory and retirement plan management.

Tony Richardson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2014 and previously worked at Axa Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Tony tutors students in English, Japanese, Series 7 exam preparation, and Bible Studies through WyzAnt Tutoring Company. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management via LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

David Thomas is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Thomas Relaxation Sanctuary LLC, a business involved in tax preparation and administrative duties. 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 a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Justin Fogarty is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Renewal by Andersen, CVS Health, and the University of South Carolina. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations and portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Ashley Rosales is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. She has been with Vanguard-related entities since 2013, including Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs in portfolio construction.

Joseph Murray is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles with multiple Vanguard entities as well as experience outside the investment industry, including at South Carolina Small Business and Chelo's Waterfront Bar and Grille. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, serving retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs, supporting a large client base with a digital and team-servicing platform.

Jacob Grant is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with four years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at DiSys and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Outside of finance, he owns and operates Fuego Morenito LLC, a cookie baking business based in Jacksonville, FL. Wells Fargo Advisors offers investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages over $671 billion in assets and combines research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute with a focus on diversification and modern portfolio theory.

Sydney Kimball is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Northwestern Mutual Investment Management, and Alex Beilin. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Kara South is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. She has previously worked at The Vanguard Group and Vanguard Advisers, Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with South Studio Collective LLC and has worked as a contracted driver for DoorDash. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and utilizes research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute alongside third-party data to support its investment approach.

Connor Lacz is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding a Series 66 credential. He began his advisory career in 2025 and is based in Huntersville, NC. Prior to joining Fidelity, his work experience includes various roles in education, hospitality, and retail. 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 employs a systematic investment process combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Patrick Wittekind is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Stifel Independent Advisors, LLC for 22 years and has been self-employed for over two decades. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for his own defined benefit and 401(k) retirement plans. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services and supports its large network with advanced planning tools and specialized programs such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Consulting Services.

Jason Bailey is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group since 2015. Prior to his current roles, he operated Baileys Total Home Care from 2010 to 2022. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, using a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a high volume of client relationships through a combination of digital platforms and a team servicing model.

Bruce Lau is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mooresville, North Carolina, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2003. Outside of his advisory work, he is a certified independent contract pilot and has served as a first officer for American Airlines. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients across a broad spectrum, including non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

David Jones is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2020, with a one-year tenure at CapFinancial Securities LLC in between. Prior to his advisory career, he was involved with Seaboard Brewing Company for six years. 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 supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Matthew Clauss is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cornelius, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses structured planning tools and market modeling to support client financial plans, offering services primarily in an advisory capacity.