Austin Lytle is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently serving at IFG Advisory, LLC. His background includes roles at BluHawk Wealth Management and LPL Financial LLC. He provides administrative support to IFG Advisory, an independent investment advisor firm. IFG Advisory offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm utilizes a range of investment strategies and third-party managers to tailor portfolios to client objectives, including management of held-away assets like 401(k)s and HSAs.

Cody Lewallen is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently affiliated with IFG Advisory, LLC in Mooresville, NC. His prior roles include positions at Marsh McLennan Agency, LPL Financial, and Old North State Trust. Lewallen also conducts non-investment related activities for Marsh McLennan Agency, supporting its insurance services. IFG Advisory, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs a variety of investment strategies using sub-advisors and third-party models, managing both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios across a broad range of asset types.

Robert Sloan is a financial advisor at Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Principal Advised Services and affiliated entities since 2026. Prior to his current role, he worked at Founders Federal Credit Union and held various positions in retail and service industries. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm combines third-party and proprietary models and benefits from operational integration with other Principal Financial Group entities.

Gregory Klibanov is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked for TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services LLC for 23 years and has been with Principal Financial Group entities since 2025. Principal Advised Services offers investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, combining third-party and proprietary models to deliver both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management solutions. The firm is part of the Principal Financial Group family, providing access to affiliated products and integrated operational support.

Gregory Bennett is a financial advisor at IFG Advisory, LLC with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including LPL Financial, Merit Financial Group, and A. G. Edwards & Sons. He serves as trustee of his deceased father’s trust, a role involving fiduciary responsibilities. IFG Advisory provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm customizes investment strategies using a combination of sub-advisors, third-party models, and a variety of financial instruments, and also manages held-away assets to align with clients’ overall financial goals.

Austin Carter is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and various positions within the Principal Financial Group family, including Principal Bank, Principal Securities, and Principal Life Insurance Company. Principal Advised Services offers investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, combining third-party methodologies with proprietary models for both non-discretionary recommendations and discretionary investment management. The firm operates within the Principal Financial Group, providing access to affiliated products and integrated trading services.

Dalton Thiem is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding the Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Principal Life Insurance Company, Principal Securities, and Principal Advised Services since 2024, with prior experience at Flagstar Bank. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates proprietary models with third-party tools and leverages its affiliation with Principal Financial Group to offer access to proprietary products and coordinated services.

Benson Milburn is a financial advisor at Principal Advised Services with a Series 66 designation. He began his career in the financial industry in 2026 and has held roles at Principal Advised Services, Principal Bank, Principal Life Insurance Company, and Principal Securities, Inc. Prior to this, he worked at Truist Bank and has experience outside finance including positions at Carolina Golf Club and DoorDash. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm leverages proprietary and third-party models and integrates with affiliated entities within the Principal Financial Group to offer access to proprietary funds and related products.

Alixis Roccia is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Principal, Roccia worked with American Security Mortgage Company and has coached lacrosse and basketball at Marvin Ridge High School. Principal Advised Services provides retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients with investment advice, combining third-party tools like Morningstar and proprietary models through its SimpleInvest program. The firm operates as part of the Principal Financial Group family, offering integrated access to affiliated financial products and services.

Cole Wickersham is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 66 credential and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Principal Life Insurance Company, Principal Bank, Principal Securities, Inc., and various other positions before joining the financial services industry. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary, wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates third-party and proprietary models and operates as part of the Principal Financial Group family, enabling access to affiliated banking, insurance, and asset management products.

Paul Short is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA-CREF and its related entities since 2009. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals connected to TIAA-administered retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, and other entities. The firm offers both point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management with a fiduciary standard applied to its registered investment adviser services.

William Wright is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining TIAA-CREF, he worked at Equitable Advisors, LLC and has been involved with organizations such as Furman University and E2D - Eliminate the Digital Divide. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing relationships through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm offers both point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management, applying a fiduciary standard within its vertically integrated advisory model.

James White is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA and TIAA-CREF since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he owns multiple residential rental properties. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients connected through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm provides a fiduciary standard through its RIA services and manages portfolios ranging from model-based to customized solutions under approved investment policy statements.

Ryan Prokay is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining TIAA-CREF in 2023, he owned and operated Carmel Lawn and Landscaping LLC for over a decade. He also serves as a board member of the Mt Isle Harbor Homeowners Association. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans. The firm distinguishes between one-time financial planning services and ongoing portfolio management, employing both model and customized portfolios within a fiduciary framework.

Randy Johnson is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones, LPL Enterprise, Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Additionally, he has involvement with a non-variable insurance agency and the LPL business in Huntersville, NC. TIAA-CREF’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals with existing TIAA retirement plan relationships, as well as trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm combines point-in-time financial planning with ongoing portfolio management, operating within a vertically integrated structure that includes affiliated funds and donor-advised fund services.

Joshua Selvey is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining TIAA-CREF, he held various roles including involvement with Calibers Indoor Gun Range LLC and Breezy Moving Company LLC. He has also worked in non-financial sectors such as Wilmington Water Tours and the University of North Carolina Wilmington. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals connected with TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm operates a vertically integrated advisory model that includes point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management services.

Melissa Vian is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with TIAA-CREF since 2014. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning, discretionary managed account programs, and broker-dealer services primarily to individuals connected to employer retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans. The firm’s advisory model distinguishes between one-time planning services and ongoing discretionary management, and it acts as adviser to the TIAA Donor Advised Fund sponsored by Charityvest.

Sara Homsi is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Equitable Advisors, Merrill, US Trust, and AXA Advisors. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans. The firm distinguishes between one-time planning services and ongoing portfolio management, and it acts as adviser to the TIAA Donor Advised Fund.

James Campbell is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has prior experience at Wells Fargo Clearing, Vanguard Marketing Corporation, and Apple. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing relationships through employer retirement plans. The firm combines point-in-time planning services with ongoing portfolio management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund sponsored by Charityvest.

Tina Jackson is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with TIAA since 2016. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often working with clients connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm provides both point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management, utilizing model and customized portfolios managed under a fiduciary standard.