E. W. James Sprandel is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021 and previously spent six years at Sg Americas Securities, LLC. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory services, and holds distinctive registrations including with the CFTC as a commodity pool operator.

Courtney Kort is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2025. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies designed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Trevor Jackson is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with individuals and families to develop financial plans and investment strategies aligned with their goals and values. He joined Fidelity Investments in 2024, initially serving as a Financial Representative before transitioning to his current role in 2025. In his role, Trevor focuses on understanding clients' priorities and co-creating tailored financial solutions to provide greater control over their present and future objectives. Outside of his professional duties, he enjoys activities such as beach outings, football, golf, hiking, and snowboarding.

Kristen Rodgers is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and having two years of industry experience. She previously worked at First Financial Bank and Key Investment Services, accumulating nine years of experience before joining Merrill. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Robert Long is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Hilton Head Island, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering 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 through both direct individual plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Isaac Van Puffelen is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he collaborates with wealth management teams to help clients gain clarity and confidence regarding their financial goals. Prior to his current role, Isaac gained experience within Fidelity Investments as an Investment Solutions Representative, High Net Worth Service Associate, and Customer Relationship Advocate from 2020 to 2023. This progression reflects his growing expertise in providing financial solutions and client service. Outside of his professional work, Isaac engages in family activities, social events with friends, as well as recreational pursuits such as golf, surfing, and traveling.

Nicolas Park is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for the South Carolina Department of Revenue for 13 years. He holds the 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 broad range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Kevin Courtney is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Citigroup Global Markets and A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. He serves on the stewardship committee of Providence Presbyterian Church in Hilton Head Island, managing the church’s finances and encouraging membership giving. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and analyses.

Ryan Berry is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A., among other related entities. 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 individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Susan Graziano is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2020 and previously at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2020. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, and public entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services, supported by a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Katherine Phifer is a CFP® professional with 19 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Merrill from 2007 to 2010. Phifer serves on the finance committee of the Beaufort County Open Land Trust. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Nicole Herron is a Benefits & Planning Consultant specializing in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments. In this role, she partners with executives to help them understand their employer benefits and supports them in developing confidence in their financial plans through a consultative approach. Nicole has extensive experience within Fidelity Investments, having held various positions since 2013, including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked at Suntrust Bank as a Personal Banker and at Sterling Capital Management LLC as an Investment Associate. Outside of her professional work, Nicole has personal interests that include boating, cooking and baking, fitness, football, gardening, and spending time with her pets.

A. Danielle Troutman serves as the Senior Resident Director and Senior Financial Advisor at the Merrill office in Beaufort, South Carolina. She leads a team that focuses on providing wealth management services to generations of affluent families, including corporate executives, institutions, business owners, non-profit organizations, retirees, and widows. Danielle's approach integrates a client-focused strategy with the firm's goals-based wealth management process, global thought leadership, and advanced technological tools to assist clients in planning for their current and future financial needs. Danielle began her career in financial services in 2010 after several years in commercial real estate development and property management. Her expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. She works closely with individuals and families to understand their financial situations and facilitate the attainment of their personal goals, such as funding education, ensuring retirement readiness, managing healthcare costs, and facilitating intergenerational wealth transfer. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from American InterContinental University with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Danielle is active in her community, having served as the past President of the Board of Directors for Child Abuse Prevention Associates, a former board member of the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Beaufort County, and a volunteer at Riverview Charter School. She has also contributed to fundraising efforts for Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation, Friends of Caroline Hospice, and Young Life of Beaufort. Danielle resides on Lady's Island with her husband John and their four sons.

Gary Bezilla is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 41 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Merrill and Morgan Stanley DW Inc. He is based in Hilton Head Island, SC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs. The firm combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics, managing roughly $671 billion in client assets through a large network of over 14,000 advisors.

Samuel Cage is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has held various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2014, progressing through positions such as Financial Consultant, Workplace Planning Consultant III, Retirement Relationship Manager, and several others related to financial representation and investment solutions. His professional experience spans over a decade, during which he has focused on helping clients and their families advance toward their financial goals through a client-centered planning process. Samuel's career reflects a consistent commitment to financial consulting and retirement solutions. Outside of his professional work, Samuel enjoys activities such as biking, family activities, golf, hiking, and running.

Luke Schultz is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He began his career at Fidelity in 2012, progressing through roles including Trader, Premium Relationship Associate, Investment Solutions Representative, Retirement Solutions Representative, Retirement Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant before assuming his current position in 2022. Drawing on his professional start in the United States Marine Corps, Schultz applies discipline and attention to detail in his work. He follows a three-step process focused on understanding client situations and priorities, analyzing these situations, and partnering with clients to develop and maintain personalized financial strategies. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Schultz has interests in board games, fitness, hiking, outdoor adventures, military service, and parenthood.

Leonard Mangiaracina Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, and AllianceBernstein. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in YHSea LLC, a real estate investment venture. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services that utilize firm-approved tools and methodologies to guide client decisions.

Herbert Tanner is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 42 years of industry experience, currently serving at OSAIC since 2017. His prior experience includes roles at INVEST Financial Corp. and Hand & Tanner Financial Group Inc., where he has held leadership positions. Tanner is involved in several community and nonprofit activities, including serving as past commodore of the Beaufort Water Festival, a board member of Garden City Chapel and Retreat, and on the endowment committee for United Way of the Lowcountry. He also holds leadership roles in religious organizations and civic foundations. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform that offers brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment approach involves model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, utilizing risk assessments and multiple program options, supported by a complex affiliate network and significant scale.

Ryan Salisbury is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Adirondack Trust Company and Saratoga National. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a boat rental business based in Hilton Head Island, where he assists with various operational tasks. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios and offer advisory solutions.

Libby Norris is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she focuses on building deep relationships with clients to understand their unique financial goals and preferences. She employs a collaborative and educational approach to guide clients and their families in developing financial plans aimed at providing peace of mind. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Libby worked at Vanguard from 2017 to 2023, where she held several roles including Retail Sales Manager, Senior Sales Consultant, Sales Consultant, and Brokerage Investment Professional. This extensive experience has contributed to her expertise in wealth planning and client relationship management. Outside of her professional career, Libby has interests in cooking and baking, fitness, reading, and volunteering.