Jon Veneziano is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in Central Florida since 2003. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and has over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. In his role, Jon combines traditional financial advice with custom investment strategy development, managing portfolios through a broad selection of Merrill model portfolios and third-party strategies. As a specially qualified Senior Portfolio Advisor, he is able to provide discretionary management of client investment strategies within the Firm’s Investment Advisory Program. His expertise encompasses family wealth management, employee financial health, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, special needs planning, and sports and entertainment finance. Jon’s approach to wealth management is consultative and objective, focusing on personalized strategies aligned with clients’ long-term goals. Jon holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Hartford. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he participates in community volunteering and dedicates time to personal interests including fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Julian Cook is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with six years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and previously worked at Brinker International for ten years. He holds a Series 66 designation. 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 range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Deborah Turner is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera since 2004 and also owns an accounting and tax consulting firm, Datch Corporation dba Alternative Small Business Solutions, where she has worked since 1994. Turner serves on the board of The Baytree Center Association and acts as president of the Orlando Sunshine Condominium Association; she was previously treasurer of a women's sports team organization. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement services, and access to third-party money managers. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutions, and utilizes a multi-manager platform with various discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Stephanie Carter is a financial advisor with Merrill in Lake Mary, Florida, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has worked with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith, Inc. since 2009 and with Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. 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 strategies for a range of individual and institutional investors. The firm supports trading, account administration, and custody while employing strategic and tactical asset allocation, including tax-aware strategies for investors with higher tax sensitivity.

Chadesh Persaud is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Fidelity, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. He also worked with the Orlando Magic from 2022 to 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Sarah Perry is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 1990. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Natasha Bohn is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, based in Lake Mary, FL. She joined the firm in 2025 and has prior work experience across various sectors including retail, education, and nonprofit organizations. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large, SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charities, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing tailored investment strategies across multiple platforms and custody arrangements.

Sidney Taylor II is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Deland, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Taylor serves as chairman of the investment committee for the Stetson Business School Foundation and advises St. Barnabas Church on endowment investments. He is also involved in small business consulting and holds minority ownership in a mobile dating app company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Lemar Williams is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Lake Mary, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 19 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. 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, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting.

George Thiergartner is a financial advisor at Stifel with 42 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at B. Riley Wealth Management, B. Riley Wealth Advisors, National Securities Corporation, and Moors & Cabot. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Stifel serves a broad spectrum of clients, including individuals, institutional investors, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, providing brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Ryan Buchholz is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Sanford, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2016, along with experience in education services and other sectors. Outside of advising, he owns Lucky Buick Projects, a woodworking business. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-delivery investment strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Christopher Mellon is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in New Smyrna Beach, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones and Raymond James & Associates. Mellon has been with Ameriprise since 2026. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning, tax-aware withdrawal strategies, and Social Security claiming options. The firm’s approach includes a centralized service team that provides written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice, operating within a defined investment universe influenced by affiliated product relationships.

Kenneth Vargas is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having worked in various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2015, including Portfolio Specialist, Director Retirement Planner, Retirement Planner, and Investment Solutions Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he worked as a Financial Representative at The Leaders Group from 2013 to 2015. Throughout his career, Kenneth has developed advanced knowledge of financial markets and focuses on understanding the unique vision of each client. He emphasizes building strong relationships through trust and outstanding customer service. Outside of his professional work, Kenneth has personal interests in baseball, fitness, motorcycles, parenthood, and writing.

Michael Nagy is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes a decade at Truist Advisory Services and roles at the University of Central Florida. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools to support client goals, while also maintaining specialized programs in municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Robert Taylor is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Heathrow, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering its advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

James Boyd is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets. The firm offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and tax-efficient solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Christopher McKelvey is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America. McKelvey is the owner and president of several support companies related to his practice, including AMGWM, LLC, Anderson McKelvey Group, and McKelvey AMG, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

David Gunby V is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Deland, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Deloitte for two years and has experience in both academic and local education settings. Outside of advising, he serves as an independent contractor for Gunby & Company and is the CEO and managing member of Gunby Enterprises, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutions. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through its affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Stephanie Kostakis is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She has held her current role since 2016 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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, and various institutional investors.

Sean Tamm is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Deland, Florida. He has 16 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns vacation and commercial rental properties, with day-to-day management handled by others. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.