Leonard Newton is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2017, progressively advancing through roles including Investment Solutions Representative, Investment Consultant, and Investment Solutions Representative III. Prior to joining Fidelity, Leonard worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2016 to 2017. Leonard focuses on collaborating with clients to understand their financial goals in the context of their broader personal plans. This approach enables him to develop financial plans tailored to the unique short- and long-term goals of his clients and their families. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Leonard has interests in beach activities, family activities, fitness, football, military service, and outdoor adventures.

Trent Norman is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 1999 and currently serves in a role focused on assisting investors with investment strategy planning, retirement planning, and income planning. Additionally, he provides support for a variety of wealth planning needs. His tenure at Fidelity Investments includes experience as a Financial Representative from 2001 to 2007 before assuming his current position in 2007. Trent holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California, which support his expertise in financial consulting and planning.

Casey Pflum is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience, currently with Fidelity Investments. He has held various roles within Fidelity since 2000, including at Fidelity Brokerage Services, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and most recently at Fidelity. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company where Casey is based, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Erika Lundstedt is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and five years of industry experience. She has worked at Fidelity Investments in several capacities since 2020 and has prior experience at UBS Financial Services, Kohl's, and educational organizations. Lundstedt serves on the boards of the Indiana University Alumni Association and the Junior League of Cincinnati. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm is notable for its use of systematic methodologies, advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and integration of AI and algorithmic methods in research.

Abigail Luning is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 license with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, she worked at Skilcraft LLC and held various roles in staffing and manufacturing companies. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partial owner of a rental property business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and offers extensive retail advisor and branch networks alongside capabilities such as securities-based lending and trust services.

John Rand is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with Fidelity Brokerage Services, LLC since 2015. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies, and its incorporation of AI and algorithmic techniques in research.

Austin Trapp is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2021, he worked at Orion Advisor Tech for five years. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets, serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory services with a variety of portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.

Ethan Cox is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Covington, KY, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include a decade with StoneX Advisors Inc and StoneX Securities Inc, as well as managing Cox Financial Corp since 1996. Cox maintains involvement with Cox Financial Corporation, a non-variable insurance business. 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, supporting strategies that encompass strategic and tactical allocations as well as alternative exposures.

Nicki Niehaus is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, she collaborates with Senior Relationship Managers to support clients in working towards their financial goals. Building strong relationships with clients and their families is central to her approach, emphasizing trust, reliability, and competency. Nicki has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, holding various positions including Fixed Income Specialist and Investment Solutions Representative. Her progression within the company reflects her experience in wealth management and client support. Outside of her professional work, Nicki's personal interests include attending concerts and following football.

Jacob Templar is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he currently helps clients create strong financial plans aligned with their financial goals. He emphasizes building long-term, personal relationships to better understand client needs and provides education and clarity to ensure clients feel secure and confident with their plans. Jacob has held multiple roles at Fidelity Investments since 2020, including Central Relationship Manager, Investment Solutions Representative, and Customer Relationship Advocate. He holds insurance licenses for Arkansas and California. Outside of work, Jacob enjoys football, social events with friends, hiking, music, skiing, and traveling.

Amy Commins is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner, and Smith and Bank of America, N.A. since 2000 and 2020 respectively. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Anthony Krummen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked across multiple divisions of Fidelity since 2008. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves a diverse client base and is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, formal advisory roles to registered investment companies, and integration of AI in its research processes.

Austin Sammons is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Ameritas Investment Company, Western and Southern Life, and SkyLight Financial Group. Outside of finance, he has experience in a family painting business. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Ivan Lewis is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, serving in various roles including Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services from 2016 to 2024, and Executive Service Associate from 2012 to 2016. Ivan focuses on comprehensive financial planning and strives to ensure his clients understand their options by considering the human element in wealth planning. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Ivan has personal interests in biking, cars, fishing, and soccer.

Tyler Canup is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he held roles in education and retail, and he has worked with local schools and community organizations in the Covington, KY area. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jaidan Riley is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Covington, KY. He holds a Series 66 designation and has recently begun his career in the industry, joining Fidelity in 2026. Prior to this, he held various roles outside the financial sector. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, using a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator, advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and incorporation of AI and systematic methodologies in its investment process.

Bradley Shipe is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2003 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard and supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Cassandra Chaney is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones. Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, including the DDK Group team Cassandra is part of, serves individual, corporate, pension, and charitable clients. The firm offers a range of services such as financial planning, portfolio management, and custody, utilizing both manager-traded and model-traded strategies, along with internal research and tools including artificial intelligence.

Kelly Holterhoff is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 2025 and previously worked for 12 years with the Cincinnati Opera. 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 clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Belg is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 credential. His prior work includes positions at Chapel Electric Company and several grocery market chains. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.