Stephen Swofford is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 10 years of industry experience and holds a Series 65 designation. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of a holding company that has no active business operations. Fisher Investments serves a diverse global clientele, including institutional and private clients such as pension plans and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management using a centralized Investment Policy Committee that integrates quantitative and qualitative research, employing tax-aware and risk management strategies across multiple investment vehicles.

Bruce Chmara is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021. 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 advice grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm includes a broad range of financial products in its investment menus, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Christine Gordon is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning her career in financial services in 1999, she has focused on assisting clients through a holistic, formula-based approach to accumulating, managing, and preserving wealth. Christine works closely with individuals, families, and businesses, providing integrated wealth management and planning services based on a comprehensive understanding of each client’s financial situation and priorities. With over two decades of experience, Christine’s expertise includes retirement planning, business transition strategies, college education planning, legacy planning, and socially responsible investing. She holds several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Christine also completed a Non-Accredited Certificate Program at Taylor University. She is active in professional and community organizations such as the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce and Believers In Business, where she serves on committees and the board. Christine is committed to providing objective advice and personalized service, emphasizing integrity and attention to detail. She views financial advising as a process that requires adaptability to life changes and aims to empower clients to take control of their financial lives. Living in Chester County, she participates in local community activities and enjoys cooking, gardening, golfing, horseback riding, and photography.

Patrick White is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2022, including roles at Charles Schwab Bank. Prior to that, he spent nine years at Scottrade and four years at TD Ameritrade Investment Management. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Maria Merced is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise, with 19 years of industry experience. She has held roles at Ameriprise Financial Services since 2011, following positions at Piedmont Investment Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Janney Montgomery Scott. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through written recommendation reports and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jason Betz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 1998. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in live music performance through a separate business, JEB Productions. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing advice centered on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients nearing or in retirement.

Peter Mayer is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments, where he has been employed since 2019. In this role, he collaborates with clients and their families to define financial goals and assist in creating sustainable financial plans. Prior to his current position, he served as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2023. Before joining Fidelity, Peter worked as a Financial Analyst at Independence Square Advisors from 2016 to 2019. His professional experience spans financial analysis, planning, and consulting, enabling him to support clients in achieving their financial objectives. Outside of his professional work, Peter has interests in cooking and baking, fitness, golf, hiking, outdoor adventures, and reading.

Katherine Orth is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise in Wilmington, DE, and has nine years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is co-owner of Family First Legacy LLC and is involved with KMO LLC as a franchise advisor. Ameriprise serves individuals approaching or in retirement, offering a retirement-income planning service focused on clients with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary, written recommendation reports tailored to clients’ income planning needs.

Benjamin Spalter is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC prior to his current role. He serves as a trustee of a family trust, dedicating time to this responsibility alongside his advisory work. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, and uses proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Ryan Schwab is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He is currently with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, where he has worked since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at Equitable Advisors, Specialty Medical Products, Schwan's Global Supply, Ursinus College, and Pope John Paul II School. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs and provides integrated brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Stephen McGinn is a CFP® and ChFC® with 37 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, where he has worked since 2008. His prior experience includes roles at Principal Financial Services and 1717 Capital Management Company. Outside of his advisory work, McGinn is a member of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals, utilizing a range of investment strategies and platform arrangements.

Julia Williams is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at The Vanguard Group and Wells Fargo Clearing and Bank. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm uses a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and maintains oversight of sub-advisers while addressing conflicts of interest.

Alex Daniel is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop financial strategies using the extensive resources and services of the firm. He is committed to understanding clients' financial goals through a structured process. Alex has a broad range of experience in the financial industry, having held roles such as Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Investment Advisor Representative at Charles Schwab, and Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. His career also includes positions as a Financial Consultant II at Citizens Securities and Producing Agent at MassMutual, among others. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Alex has personal interests that include cars, social events with friends, movies, museums, tennis, and traveling.

Nehanda Spencer is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., BNY Mellon, Vanguard, and TD Bank. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Billings is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019 and previously held positions at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. He serves as a local board member for the Selective Service Administration. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering advisory services on a non-discretionary basis.

Thomas Missett Jr. is a CFA® charterholder with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial professional at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2013. He also acts as president of Strategem Wealth Management, a DBA under which he provides financial services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm provides various investment solutions across multiple platforms, combining proprietary and third-party strategies tailored to client objectives.

Christopher Grandieri is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in C2J Investments, LLC, a company involved in the hospital and healthcare sector. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and analysis methods.

Douglas McAllister is an Investment Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. He has built his career in financial services largely within Chester County, focusing on developing collaborative financial planning strategies and fostering strong client relationships. Douglas has extensive experience in the financial industry, having served in various roles at Vanguard from 2007 to 2024, including Senior Financial Advisor, Financial Advisor, Client Relationship Consultant, Client Relationship Administrator, and Client Relationship Associate. His professional background encompasses investment consulting and comprehensive financial advising. Outside of his professional work, Douglas has interests in baseball, comedy, family activities, hiking, music, and parenthood.

Sean Harding is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Avantax Advisory Services, Great Valley Advisor Group, Independent Financial Partners, and management of Harding Capital Management, LLC. Outside of finance, he is the owner of GLK Sports Training LLC. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research tools and a large network of over 22,800 advisors.

Andrew Rosecky is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services, working closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals. His approach includes thorough consideration of costs, tax implications, income needs, and risk management. Andrew holds a Bachelor's Degree from Drexel University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His expertise extends to a range of financial services such as commercial loans, corporate financing, trust services, 401(k) plans, residential mortgages, and life/long term care insurance, with banking, credit, and lending offerings provided through Bank of America. In addition to his professional focus, Andrew engages in community volunteering activities in line with the Merrill tradition. He has personal interests in football, music, pickleball, and yoga.