Dave Ethington is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2008. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance via multi-asset model portfolios and affiliated managed accounts. The firm is notable for its large scale, integrated structure, and combination of advisory and brokerage services.

Zach Cleveland is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to understand their financial goals and develop clear, actionable plans to support their financial well-being. He has held his current position since 2025. Prior to his current role, Zach worked as a Retirement Planner at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025. He also gained experience as a Paraplanner at Solutions First Financial Group between 2023 and 2024, and as a Retirement Specialist at Vanguard from 2022 to 2023. Outside of his professional work, Zach engages in family activities, social events with friends, music, and reading.

Tanner Brady is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at both Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2012. Merrill, along 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Umta Younadim is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, Younadim worked at BMO Bank NA and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Outside of financial services, Younadim has been involved with Pranam Yogi LLC and Nite Out Entertainment 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technological tools and oversight of substantial discretionary assets.

Kira Hill is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at various Charles Schwab entities since 2008, including Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab Trust Bank. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and maintains a distinctive operational structure integrating advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Brennan Diamond is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held roles at Ironwood Investment Counsel and Barilotti Wealth Strategies, and has multiple engagements with Arizona State University. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience at the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutions.

Hunter Severson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials. He began his advisory career in 2026 after roles at Charles Schwab and other organizations. Outside of finance, his experience includes work at a golf course and involvement with community events. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Carson Hymas is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is a general partner and managing member of a pizza catering business in Mesa, AZ. Merrill, along 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 a range of clients including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Jade Mc Anelly is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to Merrill, she worked at Morgan Stanley and Bank of America, N.A. Outside of finance, her background includes roles in education and the entertainment sector. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Kyle Kramer is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Bank of America and Morgan Stanley. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Fisher is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Franklynn Kasel is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2023, Kasel worked at Uber, Securian Financial Services, and Renaissance Financial, among other firms. 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 broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations through a centralized due-diligence framework.

Julie Ramos is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently with Fidelity. She has worked with Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors since 2018 and Fidelity Investments since 2015. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Ethan Alvarez is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Republic Services, and State Farm Insurance. Merrill, along 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Fernandez is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2014. 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 developed by internal and third-party teams.

Shaun Richardson is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2013 and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors, combining internal and third-party portfolio management approaches.

Gregory Mengel is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of KGP Associates, LLC, which manages an office rental business. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm emphasizes holistic analyses and periodic reviews, allowing clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option.

Donald Bohonko Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 25 years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at Royal Alliance, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Ameriprise. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Sean Kealey is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is associated with a family business, Sugar Dreams Cakes and Things, primarily managed by his wife. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jacob Hansen is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with three years of industry experience. He previously worked in various roles outside financial services, including at Shin-Etsu MicroSi and Mountainside Fitness. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of advisors, offering goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm’s approach includes comprehensive analyses and the option to combine planning with managed accounts under a consolidated billing system.