Alexander Baran is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has four years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Wells Fargo Investment Institute, Inc. and Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm provides investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Rachel Ramm is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 5 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has worked at J.P. Morgan entities since 2022 and previously held positions at Citigroup, Energy Impact Partners, and the University of Florida. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities not common among institutional advisory programs.

Steven Dellinger is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses with 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Securities, LLC for 22 years before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a selective wealth advisor program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The program combines quantitative and qualitative research to support investment recommendations and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Lincoln Steelman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America N.A. prior to joining UBS in 2020. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a range of capital markets solutions.

John Jacobsen is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held roles at Principal Financial Services and The Biz of Athletes. Outside of his advisory work, Jacobsen operates @NFLscout on Instagram, where he posts football scouting and fantasy football content, and serves as a director of player evaluation, providing scouting reports and recruiting advice. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, managed account strategies, and affiliated investment products, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

April Martin is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. Her career includes a period of extended travel and time as a homemaker. 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 uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and manage funds.

Blake Cooling is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Charlotte, NC. He holds the Series 66 designation and began his career at UBS in 2026. Prior to joining the firm, he spent five years at Hofstra University and over a decade in educational roles at Cardinal Gibbons High School and St. Michael's School. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Dennis Rankowitz is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has six years of industry experience, including roles at Avatar Securities, Xanthus Capital Management, Axa Advisors, and Wells Fargo. Outside of Raymond James, he works as a portfolio strategist and financial advisor with Gaskin Asset Management in Charlotte, NC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using advanced analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Richard Miller is a financial advisor at Stifel with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Stifel since 2007. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach includes proprietary asset allocation and planning methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group, which provide clients with analytical guidance to support their financial decisions.

Judith Mohr is a CFP® certified financial advisor with 37 years of industry experience. She is currently with LPL Financial and has held prior roles at Securities America Advisors, Householder Group Financial Advisors, Woodbury Financial Services, and Equity Services. Outside of her advisory work, she serves in a fiduciary capacity for the Estate of Gregory A Lohr. 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 financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Geoff Coyne is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his role, he assists clients in defining their financial goals and aligning investment strategies with long-term objectives through disciplined, education-based planning. He emphasizes building meaningful relationships to gain a deeper understanding of each client's unique financial goals. Geoff has progressed through several positions at Fidelity Investments, starting as a Financial Services Representative in 2024, moving to Financial Representative from 2025 to 2026, and currently serving as an Investment Consultant since 2026. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Geoff has interests in beach activities, fitness, golf, running, and traveling.

Elizabeth Younts is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Sterling Financial Group, Commonwealth Financial Network, Lincoln Investment, USI Insurance Services, and Wells Fargo Insurance Services. Outside of her advisory work, she is a trustee for a family member's trust. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves 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.

Tanner Braunschweig is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with Series 66 and Series 63 designations and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Crowders Mountain and The Vanguard Group. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing annual retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Duncan Sullivan is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Charlotte, NC. His prior roles include positions at First Citizens Investor Services and First Citizens Bank. Sullivan is also a licensed notary. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions, providing a range of financial planning and investment management solutions supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Matthew Scott is a Financial Advisor with the CBC group, part of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he works within a larger team focused on helping clients meet their personal wealth goals. He provides assistance to clients in planning their financial objectives across various areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, and small business strategies. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Supply Chain Management and Management Information Systems from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, earned in 2018, and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Prior to entering financial advising in 2022, Matthew served nine years in the United States Marine Corps, including two deployments to Afghanistan, and earned a Naval Achievement Medal before being honorably discharged as a Sergeant. He also worked with Target Corporation in their distribution network, where he was recognized as manager of the year. Outside of his professional career, Matthew is involved as a para guide working with the blind. His personal interests include painting, reading, spending time with family, watching movies, and writing.

Thomas Austell is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously at MetLife Securities Inc. from 2015 to 2017. Outside of advisory roles, he is a continuing education instructor and is involved in life settlements and insurance sales. He also owns OmniWealth Financial Planning, LLC. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved software without discretionary authority, with implementation of recommendations managed through separate arrangements.

Tracy Levering is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2015 and previously worked at Axa Advisors. Levering also serves as a Notary Public for Mecklenburg County. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs through its network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing third-party asset managers and model portfolios for client solutions.

Mariah Tastet is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Liberty University, Ronald Blue Trust, Upkey Inc., Walmart Inc., and Guilford Technical Community College. Her background includes roles in education and finance. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeff Fitch is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2021. He has over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, having held positions at TD Ameritrade as a Senior Financial Consultant from 2013 to 2021 and at AXA Advisors as a Financial Consultant from 2009 to 2013. Jeff focuses on helping clients achieve their financial goals through thoughtful planning and fostering a clear understanding of their priorities. He collaborates with clients to build financial plans that support confident and comfortable investment decisions. Outside of his professional work, Jeff has interests in cars, family activities, fitness, football, golf, and pets.

Alaina Cass is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Citibank NA and Citigroup. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines systematic quantitative screens with qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities.