Jeremiah Hall Oxendine is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Carter County Dodge, as well as a brief tenure with the NFL Giants. Outside of finance, he works as a basketball referee. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to develop customized recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Jeremiah Guinn is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to his advisory role, he served 20 years in the US Air Force and spent time at Binghamton University, State University of New York. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Kevin Siros is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith since 2014 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2004 to 2014. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Glen Archer is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2009 and has led Archer Wealth Group since 2010. Outside of his advisory roles, he owns ArcherWealthGroup, a support company. 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, and institutional entities. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Alejandro Mozqueda Alvarez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at NinjaTrader, Lee Construction Company of the Carolinas, and several educational institutions in North Carolina. 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.

Jay Collins is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments based in Bessemer City, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has four years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and Digital Intelligence Systems. Outside of finance, he has worked in the hospitality sector, including time with Banner Elk Winery. 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 uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jason Webster is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Huntersville, NC. He holds the Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mass Mutual and MML Investors Services in 2024, he spent eight years at Wilco Finance. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a business coach and mentor through Elevate Strategy & Consulting, supporting other professionals in business growth. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved software and educational seminars.

Nathan Strode is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo since 2016, following a year at MSI Financial Services, Inc. in 2015–2016. 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 offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, managing approximately $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 financial advisors.

Natalie Koletic is a financial advisor at Merrill in Charlotte, NC, with 16 years at the firm and 8 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of Merrill, she is an owner of Tiger Capital LLC, an entity that holds private non-controlling passive interests in commercial real estate LLCs and LPs. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Melissa Spivey is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. in Lincolnton, NC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2000 and has owned an online clothing boutique, Divas & Dimples, since 2012, which she maintains as a potential opportunity for her daughters. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to align investment strategies with client goals while supporting municipal and public finance work through affiliated advisory programs.

Patrick Smith is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, US Tech Solutions, Target, and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Brennen Davis is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, he worked at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, INC., and has experience in education at several school districts. He also serves as a limited agent performing fiduciary duties for an immediate family member. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations primarily through Vanguard funds and ETFs, serving a large client base via its digital platform and advisory team.

Carlos Cortes is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2019, he worked at Citigroup, the University of Miami, and PepsiCo. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ryan Cooke is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2024 and has prior work experience in various roles including positions at US Tech Solutions Inc and State Employees' Credit Union. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial product offerings, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Michael Carter is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. He has been with The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2005. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to create personalized portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Tyler Waters is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard and its affiliated entities since 2020 and previously worked at Edward Jones and WestRock Company. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, managing portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, and serves a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisory teams.

Alexander Rosenthal is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Vanguard-affiliated firms since 2023. Prior to his current role, he has held positions at Randstad, Morris Costumes, and Ameresco. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice for retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to set personalized asset allocations, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Benjamin Smitley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2017 and at Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2014. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. Their advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among investment choices.

Shannon Sandlin is a Certified Financial Planner® at Edward Jones with 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2012 and serves as a board member of the Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts in Wilmington, North Carolina. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment strategies and advisory services through a nationwide network of financial advisors.

Hope Glashen is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2021. She previously worked at TIAA-CREF from 2014 to 2021. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages a rental property. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and primarily constructs portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs.