Emanuel Valverde is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Bank of America, N.A., Cintas, and several other companies across various roles. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tom Elliot is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Athens, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2005 and previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets from 2003 to 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved in mortgage and real estate services as a licensed real estate sales agent. 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 and a range of advisory services, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Joshua Little is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Monroe, GA, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Little Family Farms for one year before returning to Edward Jones, where he has been since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and retains a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the United States.

James Brown Jr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 41 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1984. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of a family farm in Monroe, GA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Bryan Hutto is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Athens, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Raymond James Financial, and A. G. Edwards & Sons. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in a property management business unrelated to his investment activities. 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 broad range of financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Maven Farmer is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Maven completed an internship with Davey Tree Company as a trimmer trainee. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, managing over $1 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors and over 15,000 branch offices.

Matthew Wilbur is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Athens, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Valic Financial Advisors for nine years before joining Raymond James in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, Wilbur is a partner in Hope Anthem LLC, where he writes, records, and performs music for religious gatherings and ceremonies. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual, institutional, and municipal clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management styles and notable municipal advisory services.

Kerisha Stewart is a financial advisor at OSAIC with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm utilizes a model-based investment approach and offers a range of advisory and brokerage services through a multi-advisor platform.

John Sligh is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Athens, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. Sligh serves as Treasurer and a board member of the Stuart F. Sligh Jr. Athletic Scholarship Fund, a family foundation supporting scholarships in memory of his nephew. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering customized financial planning and consulting services with a range of portfolio management strategies.

Joshua Mashburn is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Athens, GA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Woodmen Financial Services and Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society. Outside of finance, Mashburn has experience working at Mountain Fellowship Camp and Vail Resorts. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary portfolio management. The firm emphasizes broad planning topics and offers a consolidated billing option that separates planning and managed-account services.

Jason Piper is a financial advisor based in Watkinsville, GA, affiliated with LPL Financial. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked at Cetera Advisors LLC and Green Financial Resources. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a youth basketball coach in Bogart, GA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to 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, supporting advisors with a range of investment strategies and technology tools.

Susan Bencosme is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Megastar Advisors and AtlasBanc Holdings Corp. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and investment consulting through various advisory programs.

Joseph Taylor Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at GFG Strategic Advisors. Taylor is also involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coaches Ministry in Northeast Georgia, where he has been active since 1989. He serves on the advisory board and several committees of Prince Avenue Christian School, assisting with policy and management decisions. 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 utilizes risk profiling and analytical tools to tailor non-discretionary planning and consulting services aligned with client goals.

Patrick Dally is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a 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 manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, separately managed accounts, and tax-efficient services under a fiduciary standard.

Daniel Fowler is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and related entities since 2017 and previously held roles at Ameritas Investment Corp. and CCF Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he is also an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm offers access to multiple platforms and custodians, supports discretionary and non-discretionary management, and maintains proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Michael Malone Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Edward Jones from 2001 to 2017. Malone is also involved with Bones Investments, a real estate brokerage. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Megan Pennington is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Atlanta Flooring Design and Vera Bradley. Outside of advising, she occasionally assists with paid events at her church in Auburn, GA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

David Lilliston is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James and its affiliated entities since 2013. Lilliston operates Lilliston Wealth Management LLC, a solo business entity established to facilitate his move to Raymond James. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses analytical tools such as risk profiling and probability modeling to tailor non-discretionary planning and consulting services to client goals.

Christopher Manzi is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials. His prior work includes positions at Synovus Securities, Truist Investment Services, and he is involved in sports-related business activities through CJM Sports LLC and North American Golf LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports a broad network of advisors, with specialized services in municipal and public finance and employer advisory programs.

Amy Rehn is a financial advisor at Cetera with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Cetera in 2024, she worked at Triad Advisors, Inc. from 2007 to 2024. Amy serves as a board member of Jambos Donates, a charitable organization, where she contributes to strategic vision and volunteer activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that supports various investment strategies and program structures.