Abdul Nawabi is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, TD Ameritrade, Delta Global Services, and Werner Enterprises. Outside of advising, he is co-owner and partner of Arbor Roofing & Construction LLC and owns Lime Solutions LLC, a limited liability company managing rental properties. 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.

Shane Force is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, bringing three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and Specialized Loan Servicing. 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 serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Paul Burns is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Phoenix, Arizona, with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at Woodbury Financial Services for 16 years and OSAIC for one year. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by research and model portfolios from various subadvisors.

Matthew Edwards is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at VEREIT and as a University of Oregon Ambassador. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily composed of 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, combining multi-asset model portfolios with centralized custody and operational support.

Mark Emberton is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, Client One Securities, and Rock Bridge Financial. He is also a commissioned notary in Phoenix, AZ. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through a combination of advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio management, third-party asset management programs, and access to a range of financial and insurance products.

Brian Bolton is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2020 and previously held roles at E*TRADE Securities, Bank of America, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and scenario modeling as part of its advisory process.

Hunter Parker is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, McKesson, and a range of other organizations across different sectors. He has also been affiliated with Arizona State University since 2023. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jeremy Kitamura is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches football at Hamilton High School in Chandler. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written recommendation reports. The firm operates as a large institutional provider offering a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Jake Speight is a financial advisor at Strategic Advisers, LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services, LLC, and Grand Canyon University. Strategic Advisers provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Connor Kohlhase is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Bank of America and various entrepreneurial ventures, including operating a hauling and junk removal 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Fernando Quezada is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 65, 63, and 66 licenses and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked at Edelman Financial Engines and Charles Schwab. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through personalized recommendation reports and ongoing advice.

Donald Magdon Jr. is a CFP® with 37 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at LPL Financial since 2024. He previously worked for nine years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. In addition to his advisory role, he is also an insurance agent specializing in fixed and property & casualty insurance. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining research, model portfolios, and technology-driven strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Megan Heinsma is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has worked at Thrivent and its affiliated firm Thrivent Financial since 2023, following prior roles at Securities America Advisors and Capital Insight Financial Group. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, focusing on goal-based, holistic planning across a broad range of topics. The firm offers these planning services on a one-time or ongoing basis, separate from its managed-account program.

Clayton Sullivan is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank N.A. and Oasis Cannabis. He also spent a year working with Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Peggy Phillips is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch since 2010. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Schutz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, where he has been employed since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as power of attorney for his parents in Minneapolis, MN. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-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.

Michael Brown is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for his parent's trust. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs, and acts as an ERISA fiduciary when advising clients.

Preston Larson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and has a diverse background including roles in software, retail, and education. Outside of his advisory role, Larson serves as a counselor to the bishop at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he assists with religious meetings, youth teaching, and financial responsibilities for the congregation. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Paul Moses is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at The Vanguard Group and has held roles outside finance, including at Randstad and Paradise Valley Community. He is also the sole proprietor of White Glove Collectibles, a business involved in buying, trading, and selling collectibles. Fidelity Strategic Advisers LLC, where he is based, provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios using a variety of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Brianne Foldesh is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones for 17 years before joining Merrill in 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates a coaching business focused on lifestyle and mindset support. 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 institutional investors.