Philip Townsend is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Townsend is involved as an officer in Coconut Grove MHP LLC, a real estate-related business based in Key West, Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutions with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates proprietary tools and market simulations.

Mary Ebert is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2021, she worked at Cervidea NutraScience from 2019 to 2021. Outside of finance, she has operated Mary Ebert Photography since 2007. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis.

Crystal Bahr is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2008 and is based in Tampa, 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Richard Marcatos is a CFP® with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Morgan Stanley and has previously worked at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is a passive investor and sole proprietor of a restaurant/bar/nightclub business in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Jonathan L. Crevasse II is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor with the Penny Crevasse Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Tampa, Florida. He has been advising affluent individuals, business owners, and corporate executives since 2015, with experience spanning multiple states and international locations including Perth, Australia. Jonathan works closely with clients to develop bespoke financial strategies tailored to individual goals and life priorities. In collaboration with firm specialists, he provides guidance on long-term planning incorporating tax minimization and estate planning. His role includes overseeing both asset accumulation and distribution phases, addressing legacy planning and generational asset transfer strategies. His expertise areas include family wealth management, legacy planning, new wealth management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, retirement income, and serving specialized sectors such as women and wealth, sports, and entertainment. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from St. John's University in 2012, where he was on the dean's list. Jonathan holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

Robert Martin is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Osaic since 2023 and previously spent 12 years with Cetera and its affiliate entities. Martin also operates a sole proprietorship under the name MyPFA, focusing on sales and marketing of securities and insurance products. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base that includes individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients through a vast network of advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to construct portfolios across various asset classes.

Jerome Morgano Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Apollo Beach, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in auto racing through Venomous Motorsports LLC and manages his practice expenses via JM2 Management LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce tailored recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical for a large institutional firm.

Matthew Tsokos is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 credential with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include work at Sponsler, Johnson, & Andrews, P.A., as well as positions in education and at the University of South Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and advisory programs supported by advanced analytical tools and a broad range of investment services.

Jack Mangiafico is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CN Wealth Management Group dba Keybridge Wealth Management and Raymond James Financial Services. Outside of advisory work, he operates Jack's Coverage, assisting individuals and families with health insurance enrollment. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment strategies and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in Model Wealth Portfolios.

Kenneth Coggins is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including AXA Advisors, Prescott Financial, and National Securities Corporation. Since 2021, he has been with Morgan Stanley and currently serves in their Private Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Danijela Grgic is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing a supplement company and overseeing a rental property business. 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, and various organizations.

Dylan Champagne is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 65 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at G+P Autowash, Best Yet, the University of Alabama, and Hooked Deals. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process overseen by an Investment Policy Committee and offers a range of services including sub-advisory and retirement plan management.

Paul Hay is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, LLC, since 1999. Additionally, Paul is a licensed attorney in the state of Georgia since 1982 and serves as executor of his parents' estates. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals across the wealth spectrum, as well as to pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers to deliver its services.

Sheau Lei Ellison is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked extensively with Merrill and Bank of America, including a long tenure from 1997 to 2025. She serves on the board of directors for The Paralelo Foundation, a private grant-making foundation. 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 Alston is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 credential and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Alston serves on the foundational board of Advent Health Zephyrhills. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Jeffrey Kartheiser is a financial advisor with Stifel in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 63 license and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He worked at Raymond James & Associates for 27 years before joining Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc in 2017. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment methodology is based on proprietary capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Alexandra Valdes is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she supports The Valdes Group. She focuses on relationship management, investment model development, and business development, working with individuals, entrepreneurs, families, and businesses to address their wealth management needs. Alexandra contributes to the team's multigenerational education and support initiatives. She joined Merrill and The Valdes Group in February 2018 after developing her client management career at Kforce in Atlanta. Alexandra graduated from Florida State University in 2013 with Bachelor's degrees in Finance and Marketing. She holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Alexandra was born and raised in Tampa, Florida, and maintains active community involvement with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Metropolitan Ministries, and Operation Healing Forces. In January 2024, Alexandra and her team were ranked #1 in North Florida on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list for the second consecutive year, and in November 2023, they were ranked #13 on Forbes "America's Top Wealth Management Teams Private Wealth" list for the second consecutive year.

Carla Weidman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 37 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63, 65, and 66 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2010. Outside of her advisory work, she owns rental property in Tampa, Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools to support its advisory services.

Benjamin Parson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Delta Contractors & Associates LLC, Florida Financial Advisors, and Fulton Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and models, while clients are responsible for implementing their plans.

Kevin Dempsey is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Citigroup for 13 years before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2024. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in Tampa, FL. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework and offers a range of approved funds and strategies through its Institutional Consulting Services program.