Deborah Hamilton is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an officer for two Windy Shores II property owners associations in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Merrill, along 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 a range of client types including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Stephanie Winterrowd is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Saluda, NC, with five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, she worked at L. Blake Smyth, CPA, and was involved with the Tryon Downtown Development Association and the Congregational Church of Christ in Tryon. She also serves as President of the Saluda Business Association, organizing and leading monthly meetings. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Jason Reimers is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Royal Alliance Associates and Jennings Cook Financial Services. He also operates a sole proprietorship involved in insurance needs analysis and tax return preparation. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform that uses model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization.

Carol Hartis is a Series 66–licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Inman, South Carolina, and has 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she is a commissioned notary public in South Carolina. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

John Kraunelis is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and previously worked at Allworth Financial, AW Securities, Nuveen Securities, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a wide range of investment strategies implemented by its network of investment adviser representatives.

Jake Ballew is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his financial advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Greene Finney Cauley, LLP and held roles at Ambassador Personnel, Inc/Smith Drug Co, with additional experience in education at the University of South Carolina-Upstate and junior high and high school levels. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee accounts, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

David Foster II is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been active in the industry since 2020. His prior experience includes working at The H. Daniel Foster Company and Clemson University. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports advisory programs with a focus on municipal and public finance, as well as specialized services such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting.

Frederick Dutcher is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and has worked at several firms, including Royal Alliance Associates, First Southeast 401(k) Fiduciaries, First Southeast Investor Services, and Financial Telesis Inc. He is also the managing director of ROADSTEAD CAPITAL PARTNERS, where he manages corporate retirement plans. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, advisor-managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a range of discretionary and third-party managed strategies.

Michael Carter is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Greenville, SC, holding a Series 63 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with at least $1 million in net investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

Dalton Bartholomew is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Spartanburg, SC, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America for six years and Southern Management Corp for one year. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jordan Noblin is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2019 and previously held roles at Voya Financial Advisors, Bloc Design, Bohler Engineering, and ColeJenest and Stone. Outside of advising, Noblin is a licensed landscape architect involved in landscape design. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individual investors, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified portfolio management options and financial planning through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Collin Maides is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2023 and has prior experience in education and retail, including roles at Mars Hill University and St. Joseph's Catholic School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

John Mauney II is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in building personalized wealth management strategies. He works closely with clients to help them navigate the complexities of wealth management, focusing on areas such as retirement planning, education funding, legacy creation, tax minimization, and liquidity management. John began his career in financial services with Merrill Lynch in Jacksonville, Florida after graduating from Clemson University in 2013. He returned to his hometown of Spartanburg, South Carolina in 2015 to join his current team. He holds several professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of work, John is involved in the Mobile Meals of Spartanburg and his church, Trinity United Methodist Church. He enjoys spending time with his wife and children, playing golf, and engaging in outdoor activities in the Upstate region.

Matthew Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Spartanburg, SC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at First Heartland Capital Inc., Concourse Financial Group Securities, Inc., First Heartland Consultants, Inc., and Ameriprise. Smith is also involved with MCS Wealth Management, LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered by investment adviser representatives using a range of investment strategies and support tools.

Johnathan Reece is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Thrivent Investment Management and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and Thrivent Financial. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, offering goal-based analyses and written recommendations across a wide range of financial topics without providing discretionary portfolio management.

Thomas Mc Carver is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spartanburg, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1999. Outside of his advisory work, Mc Carver is involved in freelance photography and serves as chairman of the Media Ministry at First Baptist Church of Spartanburg. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors.

Harry Foster is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Spartanburg, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 45 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services since 1999 and serves as president of the H Daniel Foster Company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary consulting using analytical modeling and supports clients through various advisory programs and institutional consulting.

Kareem Johnson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spartanburg, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones for 13 years. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a trustee responsible for maintenance and security at Friendship Baptist Church. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Shawn Creal Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spartanburg, SC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bridgestone Americas and Michelin North America before joining Edward Jones in 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Hollie O'Shields is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney for a combined 18 years before joining Raymond James in 2022. Outside of advisory work, she is involved as an associate at Jeter Hrubala Wealth Strategies. 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, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools to align with client goals and supports its services with municipal advisory capabilities and specialized programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.