Kathy Melvin is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she is co-owner of a plumbing, HVAC, and electrical business in Queen Creek, Arizona, operated by her husband. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and affiliated services, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a network of nearly 24,000 advisors.

Tucker Swartz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Jpmorgan Chase Bank, N.A. He also has experience outside finance, including work with COPA Health and Arizona State University. 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 integrates quantitative and qualitative research and includes derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Raymond Thompson Jr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm provides a range of investment strategies and services under a fiduciary standard, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Daniel Jimenez Fulton is an advisor with Merrill holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses, and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, Varonis, Task Rabbit, and a teaching position at the University of Southern California. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Syndel Milanin Sendas is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, N.A., Syndel held roles at Stonex Group Inc. and StoneX Financial Inc., among other firms. Outside of finance, Syndel has been involved with Sendas Foods LLC. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Ortiz is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, Arizona, where he has worked since 2008, accumulating 18 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, including separately managed accounts and affiliated mutual funds, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Nicole Vargas is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 credential and with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, she operated a bookkeeping business for four years. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a long-term rental property in Mesa, AZ. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment products.

Samantha Stackhouse is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at ECS Commercial, Inc. and held various positions while pursuing her education at Franklin and Marshall College and Elon University. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Aaron Hamon is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo Clearing, as well as service in the Utah Army National Guard. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2019. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 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 a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a centralized operational structure and a formal alternative-investment platform.

Natalie Permuy is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, Arizona, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she operates an Etsy shop called NattyShackCreations, which focuses on arts and crafts as a hobby. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Lucas Widoff is a Certified Financial Planner® with 13 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2025 and previously held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Based in Queen Creek, AZ, he holds the CFP® and Series 66 designations. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with recommendations delivered through meetings and written summaries.

Alejandro Camacho is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Tempe, Arizona, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm's advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Jeremy Holmes is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, Holmes provides attendant care for his son with special needs and serves as a FINRA arbitrator when selected. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment strategies, maintaining a large retail advisor and branch network along with affiliated capabilities such as a trust company and proprietary mutual funds.

Brandon Zaun is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2016 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2017. 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.

Abraham Martinez Flores is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has seven years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE, Merrill, and Wells Fargo. Outside of advisory work, he delivers items part-time for Uber. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and employs analytical tools such as risk profiling and probability modeling to support client goals.

Amanda Washington is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with ChFC®, Series 65, and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. She has worked in various financial and insurance roles, including positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., and several mortgage and lending companies. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a structured program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research with a broad range of investment strategies, including derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Landen Westbrook is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been in the financial industry for less than one year, with prior experience including roles at Verizon Wireless and Trader Joe's. He is also affiliated with Arizona State University. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ross Murphy II is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, Arizona, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2007. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management using multi-asset model portfolios and provides integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Frank Che is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a professional scorer for ACT and state assessment tests, focusing on English reading and writing. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard, with a large network of advisors and branch offices supporting its advisory programs.

Christian Acosta is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and has been with the firm since 2026. He has prior experience at Wells Fargo Bank and held various roles in educational institutions and other companies. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.