Ellen Owens is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Queen Creek, AZ, holding a Series 63 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked with PFS Investments Inc. since 2010 and Primerica Financial Services since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she is engaged as a self-employed photographer, trainer, and art sales professional. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options. The firm employs an independent due-diligence process to evaluate asset managers and uses a tiered, percentage-based wrap fee structure.

Ron Mabry is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been a team member since 2001. Beginning his career in the Phoenix office, he held various roles focused on customer service before becoming a registered Financial Advisor in 2006. In 2008, he transferred to the Mesa Branch to work alongside his father as part of the Mabry Group. Ron specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He employs a goals-based approach, tailoring strategies to clients' specific needs and providing advice and education to support informed decision-making. His process includes routine reviews and adjustments in collaboration with clients to help them achieve their desired lifestyle. He holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Ron earned a bachelor's degree from Arizona State University Polytechnic Campus. A native Arizonan, he lives in Gilbert with his wife and three children.

John Hall is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and maintains a large network of advisors and branch offices across the country.

Ginger Fargas is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2023, she spent 13 years with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services. The firm offers a range of investment strategies through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing proprietary and third-party models across various platform arrangements.

Michael Medina is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Shea Homes for 13 years. He has no reported responsibilities outside his advisory role. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and offices nationwide.

Brian Bolton is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with 12 years of industry experience. His prior firms include E*TRADE Securities, Bank of America, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and advisory programs supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services ranging from retirement planning to access to private funds and structured products.

Preston Larson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and has a diverse background including roles in software, retail, and education. Outside of his advisory role, Larson serves as a counselor to the bishop at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he assists with religious meetings, youth teaching, and financial responsibilities for the congregation. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Dylan Ollendieck is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at John Deere, Ascentra Credit Union, and TBK Bank Sports Complex. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Todd Obrien is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Colliers Securities LLC for 18 years before joining LPL Financial in 2021. He is also involved with Todd OBrien LLC, a business entity registered 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 institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Stuart Boardman is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at BancWest Investment Services, Inc. and Bank of the West. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brian Bjurstrom is a financial advisor at OSAIC with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors and the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. OSAIC serves a diverse clientele, including individual, high-net-worth, pension, corporate, and charitable clients, providing integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct portfolios across various asset classes and supports multiple advisory and managed-account solutions.

Jonathan Pagan is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previous experience at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, Massey Services, and four years of service in the U.S. Navy. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2026. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm provides tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Cory Elmore is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at John Hancock Advisers, John Hancock Funds, John Hancock, Edward Jones, and Neodent. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals—including high-net-worth clients—institutions, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a wide range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Christopher Janiak is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked at Lowe's and was involved with NewLife Assembly of God for over a decade. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on comprehensive goal-based financial planning without discretionary portfolio management. The firm’s approach allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while maintaining separate planning and investment services.

Nicholas Moore is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab and E*TRADE Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he manages rental property as a sole proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, combining tailored financial planning with various investment offerings. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools.

Todd Clarke is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has previously worked with firms including Ensign Financial Partners and OneAmerica Securities. Outside of advising, he owns an event space in Queen Creek, AZ, and serves as chairman of the board for the nonprofit Giving Can Be Fun. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, utilizing a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures.

Chris Schneck is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1995 and Bank of America since 2011. Schneck serves as a board member of the Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation, a nonprofit organization supporting seniors in need. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions, utilizing internal and third-party managers and providing comprehensive trading, account administration, and custody support.

Hayley Fisher is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at City National Bank and CBRE. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery processes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers planning services both directly and through corporate agreements.

Jeremy Pickles is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been providing financial services since 2005. He offers advice and guidance for potential investment solutions that consider clients' life goals, risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs. Jeremy assists a select group of affluent clients with investment tax minimization, estate planning services, and wealth transfer strategies. Utilizing data-driven analysis, historical data, and Merrill's proprietary research, he develops customized financial strategies designed to meet client expectations and long-term goals. His services also include portfolio management, stock option analysis, retirement planning, life insurance analysis and funding, and wealth preservation. He works closely with clients' other family advisors, including attorneys and accountants, to address total wealth management needs. Jeremy holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Queens College and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He lives in Gilbert, Arizona with his three children. Additionally, he is involved with USA Swimming and USA Waterpolo.

Benjamin Mangels is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty and Next Generation Real Estate, as well as experience with the University of Arizona and Desert Mountain Golf Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.