Michael Bombara is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 28 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Fidelity Investments and its affiliated advisory firms since 2010. Based in Clearwater, FL, he currently works within Fidelity’s institutional platform. 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 process that integrates fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, with a focus on systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation.

Kevin Mc Knight is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 credential with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Franklin Templeton Investments from 2016 to 2019 before joining Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers planning services both directly and through corporate agreements.

Casey Cobb is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palm Harbor, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, utilizing structured discovery and firm-approved tools to support client decision-making.

Andrew Murphy is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Largo, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Raymond James, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Samuel Aspinwall is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner and owner of 7 Golf Tango LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering tailored financial planning and investment consulting through various specialized programs and a range of portfolio management styles.

Steven Nordbeck is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera Investment Advisors LLC since 2014. He also has a 20-year tenure at Achieva Credit Union. Outside of his advisory roles, he co-owns an equestrian boarding and training business with his spouse. Cetera Investment Advisors LLC is an SEC-registered firm that provides portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services to a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm operates a multi-manager platform, offering advisors various program options and access to third-party managers.

David Long is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 21 years of industry experience, having worked at various divisions of Raymond James since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of a small photography business. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering tailored financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management and research resources.

Michael Stryczny is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. He previously worked at American Wealth Management, Inc. for 15 years before joining LPL Financial in 2024. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research to support diversified investment strategies.

Darius Sabbides is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2017. Prior to his advisory role, he was associated with Fis and spent a year at Dr. BBQ. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Alexander Drexel is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2015. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Cheryl Baker is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Linsco / Private Ledger Corp., now part of LPL Financial, since 2002. Cheryl is also a licensed notary in St. Petersburg, FL. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to model portfolios and research through a broad network of investment adviser representatives.

Michael Collins is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked at Raymond James Financial and Raymond James Financial Services. Collins is also associated with Bluewater Financial and Agape Financial Inc. as investment-related business entities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisers. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced portfolio management techniques.

Christine Tharp is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 36 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. The firm serves a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions. Raymond James & Associates oversees roughly $501 billion in assets and provides a range of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and model manager options.

Gregory Wozniak is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at IFP Securities, LLC, Independent Financial Partners, LPL Financial, and Anchor Wealth Management LLC. He is based in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a wide client base that includes individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional consulting, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Jolanta Serrano is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is a business owner involved in managing investment properties with her husband. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutional investors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and integrates municipal advisory capabilities uncommon among large institutional advisors.

Stephen Katsarelis is a Managing Director and Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 25 years of experience at the firm, he specializes in organizing and simplifying clients' financial lives to help them focus on their true passions. Stephen’s approach emphasizes clear, jargon-free communication and personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client's long-term goals. His expertise covers a wide range of client needs including college education planning, divorce transition planning, legacy planning, retirement income, tax minimization, portfolio management, and women and wealth. Stephen holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations and has earned a Master’s degree from the University System of Maryland as well as a Bachelor’s degree from Eckerd College. Stephen participates actively in his community, volunteering with organizations such as Community Disaster Relief and Junior Achievement. Outside of work, he enjoys biking, boating, cooking, fishing, music, skiing, soccer, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Patrick King is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Saint Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fisher Investments, Bay Miles Group LLC, and Raymond James & Associates. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner at Bay Miles Group LLC, a publishing and technology business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools.

Melissa Mcleod is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools.

Richard Placey is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2008. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various specialized programs and investment strategies.

Catherine Springer Gallant is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. She has worked at various Raymond James entities since 2017 and previously worked at GF Investment Services, LLC and Global Financial Private Capital, LLC from 2014 to 2017. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional and pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.