Joseph Carretta is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Sarah Lodge is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 19 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2015 and City National Bank since 2017. Lodge serves on the Board of Directors for the Sarasota County Public Hospital, overseeing the healthcare system's mission and supporting its foundation's efforts. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering tailored advisory programs and portfolio management through a mix of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Jeffrey Hollifield is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Metlife Securities Inc. for 30 years before joining Mass Mutual in 2016. Hollifield is also an independent insurance agent specializing in disability, life, accident, health insurance, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software to deliver written recommendations tailored to clients’ goals.

John Denton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a passive partner in Cadenza Capital LLC, a real estate-related business in Palmetto, FL. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs supported by structured discovery processes and proprietary planning tools.

Wilber Geiger is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2019, he worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC for a combined ten years. He has a partial ownership interest in JWGEIGER LLC, a firm that holds investment property. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advice. The firm's approach 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.

Michael Piccione is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for seven years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory services alongside brokerage, featuring both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and various investment strategies.

Susan Knight is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Brian Hensley is Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2020. In this capacity, he works with clients and their families to grow and protect their wealth, assist with investment decisions, and simplify financial lives through customized financial planning. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Brian served as a Financial Advisor at Intellicents Advisory Services from 2017 to 2019 and at Intego Financial Group, LLC from 2013 to 2017. He began his career as a Legacy Advisor at Water Street Solutions, where he worked from 2011 to 2013. His professional experience spans over a decade in wealth planning and financial advisory. Outside of his professional work, Brian has personal interests in boating, concerts, football, and scuba diving.

Aaron Chao is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. He has held various roles in the financial services industry, including Financial Consultant Partner and High Net Worth Broker Specialist at Charles Schwab from 2018 to 2022, and Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual from 2017 to 2018. Aaron focuses on helping individuals and families develop and understand their retirement plans, aiming to provide a clear roadmap for clients to achieve their financial goals. He values open and honest communication as a foundation for building lifelong relationships with clients and their families. Outside of his professional work, Aaron has interests in camping, cooking and baking, food, music, pets, and skiing.

Julie Veltus is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Palmetto, Florida, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co. since 2003. Outside of her advisory role, she operates Veltus Financial Services LLC, providing insurance consulting for individual and group employee benefits. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers ongoing financial planning using firm-approved software to analyze client goals and provides asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Shane Yoest is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013 and is the owner of Yoest Premier Wealth Management LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in fundraising for Toys for Tots, supporting a seasonal bike drive. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party money managers.

David Dalton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2002. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by internal and third-party research and technology.

Richard Pinkham is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Sarasota, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for 13 years before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2022. Outside of his advisory role, Pinkham owns MRP Investment Co, LLC and serves as an agent for Capstan Insurance Consulting LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including niche areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Elizabeth LaBoone is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over thirty years of experience to her role. She started her career at Barnett Bank and has been with Merrill Lynch since 1992. Elizabeth focuses on client-centered wealth management, emphasizing consistent communication, goal-based strategies, and customized portfolio management. Her areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, as well as women and wealth. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor's degree from Stetson University and a Master's degree from the University of North Florida. She has earned several professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®), Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor (ADPA®), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of her professional duties, Elizabeth enjoys biking, cooking, reading, and running. She has been involved with community organizations such as The Haven of Sarasota, where she served on the board of directors, contributing to programs supporting adults and children with disabilities. She lives in Lakewood Ranch with her husband Perry.

Joel Sims is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Truist Investment Services, Truist Advisory Services, and Truist Bank. Sims is based in Bradenton, Florida. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is an SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, trusts, and estates. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through independent Financial Professionals using various portfolio strategies and custody platforms.

George Famiglio Jr. is a CFP® with 38 years of experience in the financial industry, currently serving at Cetera. He has a long career history primarily with Avantax entities, spanning from 1987 to 2025, and has been operating his own CPA firm since 1971. His outside activities include serving as a fiduciary trustee and providing tax preparation services through his accounting practice. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services, operating as a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers and multiple program structures.

Jared Hermann is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sarasota, FL, holding a Series 66 license and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools combined with broad investment offerings.

Stephen Mcdonald is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2010. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor investment plans aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Austin Villodas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Bradenton, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Archer Education, Empower Financial Services, TD Ameritrade, and Wells Fargo Advisors. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by in-house and third-party research.

Terry Rehfeldt is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera since 2005 and also operates Rehfeldt Wealth Management and The Rehfeldt Group, where he provides tax and accounting services as a CPA. Rehfeldt serves as a board member of First Southern Bank and volunteers with the Manatee County Hundred Club, a nonprofit supporting law enforcement. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm operates a multi-manager platform with various program structures and custodial relationships, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets managed by over 10,000 advisors.