Karen Sites is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, and Wells Fargo Clearing. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework where applicable.

Graham Cox is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sarasota, FL, where he has worked since 2009. He has 15 years of experience in the financial industry. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in local music as a bass player in a cover band and records music as a hobby for online streaming. He is also a 50% member of a salon and spa business. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Mark Edwards is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Bradenton, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2000. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

John Hegener is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, MML Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and as an independent insurance broker. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in tennis coaching through his business, Winstons Tennis Coaching. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Anthony Langello is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Langello serves on the Board of Directors for Palm Lakes HOA in Tallevast, FL. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm that serves individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which focuses on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Anthony Venetta is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Securities, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-general partner of Delco Properties LLC, a real estate business. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets and advisory services.

Amanda De La Hunt is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving at Edward Jones since 2013. She holds a Series 66 license and is based in Sarasota, FL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Jack Matuszewski is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked in various roles including at Fidelity Investments since 2023. Prior to his advisory career, he held positions at Lakeland Valet, Whole Foods, and Balch Lake Marina. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its use of systematic methodologies, delegated portfolio management, and its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Alejandro Eslava Cortes is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Bank. 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 both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Allan Thiessen is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and totaling 43 years of industry experience. He has worked with Merrill since 1983 and Bank of America since 2009, both located in Sarasota, FL. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Daniel Vigne is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and has previously worked at Northern Trust Securities and other firms. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking capital market assumptions to support client decision-making.

Ernie Garcia is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and the Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kevin Farrow is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 20 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Aegis Capital Corp, LPL Financial, and Suncoast Credit Union. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole owner of Bruin Equity Holdings, which is involved in the purchase and sale of real estate. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing multiple program structures and a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party money managers.

Karmen Keup is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 28 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2006 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor solutions to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Joe Lee is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Sarasota, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Raymond James Financial Services, Transamerica Financial Advisors, Global Financial Private Capital, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Fidelity. MassMutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative financial planning with tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and offers specialized planning services including divorce planning, estate settlement, and employer-sponsored programs.

Edward Thomas is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2016. He has been with Fidelity since 2006, progressing through several positions including Investment Solutions Consultant - Managed Accounts, Portfolio Specialist, and Premium Services Representative. His long tenure at Fidelity reflects a deep familiarity with the company's tools and resources aimed at helping clients achieve their financial goals. Throughout his career, Edward has developed expertise in financial consulting and investment solutions. He emphasizes a compassionate, dedicated approach with a family-first attitude in his work with clients. This approach is supported by his extensive experience across multiple roles within Fidelity. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Edward enjoys football, golf, outdoor adventures, spending time with pets, and traveling.

Christopher Gleber is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Kenner, LA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Gleber is a past president of the Financial Planning Association of Louisiana. He is also involved as a managing member and CFO in an e-commerce business venture, BNC Group LLC. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research-driven recommendations with algorithmic tools and personalized financial advice. The firm provides a wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Joseph Carretta is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Sarah Lodge is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Sarasota, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Morgan Stanley and City National Bank. She serves on the board of directors for the Sarasota County Public Hospital, participating in governance and educational activities. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored advisory programs that combine portfolio management, financial planning, and custody services using both in-house and third-party investment managers.

John Denton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a passive partner in Cadenza Capital LLC, a real estate-related business in Palmetto, FL. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs supported by structured discovery processes and proprietary planning tools.