Eric Cohen is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in 2012 and joined The Liberatore Group as a Financial Advisor in 2015. In his role, Eric focuses on practice management, cash flow planning, and portfolio construction to support clients' financial objectives. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Eric is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant, awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and also holds designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Eric has been named to the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list for consecutive years from 2022 through 2026. He has served on the board of Urban Ministries of Wake County. Outside of his professional work, Eric enjoys travelling, watching sports, and spending time with his family and friends.

William Miller is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and over seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at First Bank, Evolve Bank & Trust, Prime Mortgage Lending, and Bank of Clarke County. 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 solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branches.

Mark Avitabile is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Durham, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2010 to 2016. Avitabile holds an inactive law license from the State of Indiana. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Jeffrey Lane is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in assisting high net worth clients in managing their comprehensive financial affairs. With over 31 years at Merrill, he utilizes the firm's investment tools, resources, and networks to simplify wealth management planning, focusing on retirement and estate planning, tax minimization, portfolio management, and philanthropic planning among other areas. Jeff began his career with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1990 after graduating from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree in Corporate Finance. He has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Jeff emphasizes forming meaningful client relationships to prepare for both expected and unexpected life events through tailored financial strategies and consistent reviews. Beyond his professional work, Jeff has served on the Board of Directors at Wake Enterprises, supporting independence for people with disabilities, and has received a leadership award from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. He is also involved with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. Jeff and his wife, Illyse, live in Raleigh with their two sons and a rescue dog. He enjoys golfing, ice hockey, music, running, and spending time with his family.

Amanda Penrose is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Zebulon, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at Equitable Advisors and Oakbridge Financial Group and is also the owner and photographer of Amanda Michele Photography, a part-time business she has operated since 2012. 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 a variety of third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model that combines advisory and brokerage channels, tailoring services through a structured client intake process and offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management.

Brandon Mendoza is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with individuals and families to organize their financial lives, define meaningful goals, and build personalized strategies for the future. His approach involves thoughtful planning, clear communication, and a commitment to helping clients make informed financial decisions. Brandon's expertise includes general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events. He emphasizes understanding clients' priorities to develop strategies that align with their financial goals. He holds professional designations such as Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Brandon earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in basketball, boxing, fishing, football, music, painting, running, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies.

Kent Kluba is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes seven years at Bank of America and Merrill. He holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and is based in Durham, NC. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction and serves in formal advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies.

Newman Townsend III is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 37 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at FSC Securities Corporation and OSAIC. He also manages Steward Wealth Strategies, a wealth management practice. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm provides a variety of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

David White is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corp for 17 years. He is also a partner at The Capital Planning Group LLC, where he offers disability insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care insurance, premium financing, and traditional life insurance products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and a variety of investment options for discretionary or non-discretionary account management.

Andrew Lange is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Northwestern Mutual and various organizations in education and sports. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC division provides investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified model portfolios.

James Gillespie III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at SunTrust Advisory Services and Suntrust Investment Services, Inc. He also serves as a trustee for a family trust. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services grounded in modern portfolio theory and tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Ryan Jacobs is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held positions at Equitable Advisors and worked outside the financial sector, including as a bartender at La Terrazza in Raleigh, NC. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Kyle Jackson is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. In this capacity, he collaborates with clients to develop financial plans aimed at helping them achieve their financial goals, and he creates engagement strategies tailored to each client's unique planning needs. Prior to this, Kyle held several positions within Fidelity Investments, including Investment Solutions Representative 2 and 1, as well as Customer Relationship Advocate, gaining experience across various facets of client service and investment solutions from 2023 to 2025. Outside of his professional work, Kyle is interested in baseball, beach activities, football, social events with friends, and movies.

Haley Egbert is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients and advisors to develop personalized and holistic financial plans. She focuses on building client relationships founded on trust, honesty, integrity, and reliability, aiming to empower clients in achieving their financial goals. Prior to her current role, Haley worked as a Financial Services Representative at Fidelity Investments. She holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California, supporting her work in financial planning and advisory services. Outside of her professional work, Haley has personal interests including boating, food, football, gardening, lake activities, and swimming.

Gordon Richardson Jr. serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With a career in the financial services industry beginning in 1983, he brings a comprehensive perspective to wealth planning and financial advice. Prior to his current role, Gordon worked as a senior tax manager at a major global accounting firm and has extensive experience in the brokerage industry. He holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Gordon earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Alabama System. He has been recognized on the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list consecutively from 2019 through 2026 and is a member of the Richardson Team, which has been named to the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” list multiple years.

David Stuckey is a financial advisor with Osaic, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Osaic since 1997 and has also worked at Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company since 1984. Outside of his primary advisory role, he assists clients with life insurance, disability insurance, fixed annuities, and long-term care insurance through a sole proprietorship. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering brokerage, investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement consulting services. The firm uses various portfolio construction tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management, integrating multiple platforms and third-party service providers.

John Lyle is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior roles include positions at Valic Financial Advisors and experience in retail at Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including model portfolios delivered to intermediary platforms.

Emily Johnson is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is a member of Wellington Westwood LLC. Emily works within The DDK Group at Robert W. Baird & Co., which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The group offers tailored financial planning, portfolio management, and brokerage services using a combination of in-house and third-party managers, including both traditional and non-traditional investment strategies.

Jonathan Hill is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at Woodbury Financial Services and Questar Capital Corporation. Outside of advising, he acts as an insurance agent specializing in health, life, and disability insurance and serves as a trustee for a family trust. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable investors, providing a range of brokerage, advisory, and financial planning services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm employs advanced asset-allocation tools and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account management, supporting various investment vehicles and third-party managed solutions.

Jon Stephenson is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2012. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to client goals.