Anna Hartwell is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and Pruco Securities LLC. In addition to her advisory role, Hartwell serves as a House Director at NC State University, managing residential student housing. OSAIC serves a broad range of clients, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage, advisory services, and access to multiple investment platforms. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance assessments to construct diversified portfolios that incorporate various asset classes and provide discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Philip White is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at SunTrust (now Truist Bank) and Homeside Financial. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Elizabeth Scupin is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James Financial. She previously spent 12 years at Edward Jones and holds leadership roles at her own firm, Scupin Wealth Management, where she engages in financial planning and investment management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized programs in municipal and public finance as well as employer advisory services.

Robert Frye is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to this, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2010 to 2016. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Raleigh, NC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Foster Kyei is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2022. He has held multiple roles within Fidelity since 2015, including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, Central Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. In his current role, Foster focuses on creating lasting relationships with clients by simplifying complex financial situations and partnering with them to develop and implement personalized financial plans. His goal is to enable clients to make informed investment decisions and feel confident as they work towards their financial objectives. Outside of his professional work, Foster has personal interests in football, golf, soccer, table tennis, tennis, and traveling.

Liliana Barela is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she was self-employed and worked at DoorDash. She also operates an online sales business as a sole proprietor. 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 fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Shelley Bennett is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2014, including a role with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and comprehensive investment resources as part of its services.

Wallace Suggs II is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, NYLIFE Securities LLC, Thrivent Financial, and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a Branch Launch Manager for Grameen America, a nonprofit providing businesswomen in poverty with access to microloans and education. 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 range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jonathan Waterman is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2002, previously affiliated with Axa Advisors, LLC from 2002 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in guardianship and healthcare power of attorney responsibilities for his family. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and a broad range of third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model, tailoring services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Daniel Griffith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has just over one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Osaic and Samaritan's Purse, as well as experience in education and corporate settings. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research to support diversified investment strategies.

Donald Monroe is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 42 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2009. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, leveraging proprietary capital market research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, including futures commission merchant activities and principal trading.

Kent Thompson is a financial advisor at OSAIC based in Raleigh, NC, with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at OSAIC since 2018, following five years at Jhfn Sii. Thompson serves as secretary on the board of the Wake County Estate Planning Council, a charitable organization. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors and offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm uses asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios, and supports a wide range of account types and investment strategies.

Crystal Dempsey is a CFP® and Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 14 years of experience, currently practicing at Edward Jones in Garner, NC since 2012. She has been with Edward Jones throughout her advisory career. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and supports a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Shawn Ingram is a Planning Consultant who assists clients in achieving their financial goals by collaborating with them to create actionable and accessible financial plans. He currently works at Fidelity Investments, where he has held several roles since 2023. His positions have included Investment Solutions Representative, High Net Worth Associate, and Customer Relationship Advocate, reflecting his experience in various aspects of client relationship management and investment solutions within the firm.

Gregory Wesley Shanks is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley based in Raleigh, NC, with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at First Citizens Investor Services, TIAA-CREF, Captrust, and Fidelity Investment. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that combine retail and institutional solutions.

Jahan Powell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 4 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to his current role, he worked at Wells Fargo and Outback Steakhouse. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including model portfolio construction using quantitative analysis and algorithmic methods. The firm serves a variety of clients, including registered investment companies, and offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Kristiana Dowling is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Raleigh, NC. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 12 years of industry experience, all with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2010. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services supported by proprietary research and tools, serving clients who meet specific net-worth criteria.

Parker Tanner is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and joined Equitable Advisors in 2025. Prior to his advisory role, Tanner worked in various positions including at Lowe's Home Improvement and other service roles. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model combining advisory and brokerage services tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Joshua De Leon is an International Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides wealth management strategies to individuals, families, and businesses, focusing on legacy planning and addressing the complexities of the global financial environment. Joshua works to develop comprehensive strategies aligned with clients’ short- and long-term financial objectives. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey. Joshua is fluent in English and Spanish and holds professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Through his role, he leverages the investment resources of Merrill and the banking capabilities of Bank of America to help clients manage various aspects of their financial futures.

Philip Nation is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 39 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has worked at LPL Financial since 2024, previously spending 19 years at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. He is involved with Phil Nation Wealth Management LLC, a business related to his LPL activities. 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 investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management and model portfolios supported by proprietary and third-party research.