Tyler Newton is a Benefits & Planning Consultant specializing in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2021. In his current role, he partners with executives to help them understand their employer benefits and develop plans aligned with their financial goals. He employs a consultative approach to support clients in building confidence in their financial strategies and fostering strong relationships with Fidelity. Tyler's experience at Fidelity spans several positions, including Investment Solutions Representative at multiple levels from 2022 to 2025, and High Net Worth Service Associate from 2021 to 2022. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Tyler enjoys activities such as beach outings, boating, fishing, golf, traveling, and spending time with family.

Jonah Kaufman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he spent 14 years at Cuso Financial Services and has been associated with Coastal Federal Credit Union since 2011. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Nathan Philbrook is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Apex, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Dick’s Sporting Goods and the Portland Sea Dogs. Outside of finance, he has experience in customer service and sales within the golf equipment sector. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Brandon Cousanca is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been working in the financial services industry since 2008 and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Brandon earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Banking from Appalachian State University. His professional experience includes personal wealth management, executive compensation, qualified and non-qualified plans, and asset management for non-profits. He works with clients on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of his professional role, Brandon spends time with his wife Elizabeth and their two sons, James and Will. The family enjoys activities near water at the beach or lake, attending sporting events, and traveling together. Brandon's personal interests include baseball, football, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Karla Zuniga Rivera is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2023 and was previously employed at Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Target, and Panera Bread. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Draven Sneed is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as an advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at OSAIC and FSC, and he has also worked with NC State University and served five years in the US Army. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Steward Wealth Strategies as a Wealth Associate. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, and organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Essence Murphy Miller is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Humana, and Conduent. In addition to her advisory work, she is a licensed notary public. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm operates on a large scale with extensive resources and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Victoria Johnston is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2018 and previously worked at State Farm and Western Sizzlin. Johnston is based in Raleigh, NC, and holds a Series 66 license. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Emelyn Sebastian is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. She has been associated with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Natalie Ostendorff is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Emerald Holdings LLC and Mofu Shoppe. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Dario Martinez is a Benefits & Planning Consultant in the Executive Services division at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with clients to develop financial plans aimed at helping them achieve their financial goals. He has held several positions at Fidelity Investments since 2021, including Investment Solutions Representative II, Fixed Income Specialist, and Investment Solutions Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, Dario worked as a Relationship Banker at Bank of America from 2020 to 2021 and as a Junior Associate at Sterling Financial Group from 2017 to 2020.

Eric Carter is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. Prior to this, he worked as a Customer Relationship Advocate at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023. In his current position, Eric focuses on providing tailored investment guidance by understanding each client's individual goals and offering clear perspectives on the risks and opportunities associated with investing. He aims to build long-term relationships with clients through trust, consistency, and open communication as their financial needs evolve. Eric's professional approach centers on a client-first philosophy, emphasizing intentional listening and informed decision-making. His experience at Fidelity Investments spans roles that concentrate on customer relationship management and investment solutions, allowing him to support clients effectively in navigating their financial journeys.

Michelle Pham is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise since 2016, currently based in Raleigh, NC. Outside of her role at Ameriprise, she is also employed managing an advisory business as a sole proprietorship in Charlotte, NC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement planning with a focus on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s retirement income offering combines proprietary research and third-party data to support tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Nathaniel Coats is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, Coats is active as an insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products, including life and annuities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base that includes individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and multiple program structures.

Joseph Robbins is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Raleigh, NC, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked at FSC Securities Corporation and Wells Fargo in various advisory roles. Robbins serves on the finance committee of North Raleigh Presbyterian Church and has been involved in client relationship management roles outside his advisory work. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Nathan Podbielski is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and began his career in the financial industry in 2026. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, his work experience includes positions in various service and retail roles. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, relying significantly on LPL-sponsored solutions and third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage services.

David Caballero is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Financial since 2005. He operates out of Wake Forest, NC, and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he manages Caballero Holdings LLC, a real estate rental business. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Katherine Voitle is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, with one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at US Capital Wealth Advisors and various educational institutions. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide array of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, with a financial planning process that uses firm-approved tools and analysis methods to develop tailored strategies.

Michael Wilson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2013 and previously worked at Axa Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is a managing partner at Oakbridge Financial Group, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model that incorporates both advisory and brokerage channels to deliver tailored client solutions.

Annie Ross is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Durham, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Elissa Olszewski CPA PA and HD Vest Advisory Services Inc, as well as operating Ross Tax & Financial Services. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a part-time minister and is a sole proprietor of ImagineU Media, where she writes spiritual books and produces media ministry content. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.