Robert Ellis Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 19 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2012. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Dennis Leili is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2009, with a brief tenure at Gwfs Equities, Inc./Empower in 2022. Based in Jacksonville, FL, Leili's career includes over a decade at Bank of America, N.A. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeffrey Steinberg is a financial advisor with Fidelity who holds a Series 66 designation and has 19 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2018 and prior positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. He is based in Jacksonville, FL. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, commodity pool operations registration, advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and the integration of AI and algorithmic methods in its research.

Michel Pertile is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked within various Fidelity affiliates since 2014. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, managing portfolios through a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic construction. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and employs systematic methodologies alongside oversight controls.

Darcie Blomberg is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Jacksonville, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for ten years before joining Wells Fargo in 2019. Outside of finance, she co-owns Stage Concepts and Rigging, LLC, a business providing rigging and spotlight rental services. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions informed by research and diversification principles.

Antonio Kes is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill Edge for four years and has held various roles in other industries, including construction and communications. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and a centralized due diligence process. The firm incorporates an ESG eligibility framework and accesses a broad range of investment products through its unique regulatory registrations.

Kevin Wortmann is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in the Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida office. He joined Merrill Lynch in 1995 and serves as a Senior Vice President. Kevin and his team manage and coordinate the financial affairs for a select group of families in the Ponte Vedra area and across the United States, employing a comprehensive approach that addresses clients’ entire financial picture and continuously monitors progress. Kevin holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation from The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. He also holds FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 registrations. Kevin earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Florida State University in 1992. He focuses his practice on asset management, retirement planning, and risk management for individual clients. Residing in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, Kevin is involved in local youth sports programs, particularly baseball. He previously served in leadership roles with the Seminole Booster Club and Ponte Vedra Athletics. Kevin lives with his wife, Dori, and their son, Mason.

Nitin Parekh is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, he holds ownership interests in SHEERJI LLC and Shivam Hospitality, LLC, both investment-related businesses. 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 employs a large-scale, research-driven approach and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Danielle Spriggs is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2012 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Monte Poole is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, Poole works part-time operating shot and game clocks at Tennessee Tech University and recruits and trains softball umpires for USA Softball of Central Tennessee. 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, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Timothy Guididas is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill for 14 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is an angel investor in a medical device development and manufacturing company, SteriTools, LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

La Taisha Mazumdar is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. She has worked at Merrill since 2017 and previously spent seven years at Fidelity Investments. Outside of her advisory role, she teaches spin classes and Pilates in Jacksonville, FL. 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.

John Mclaughlin IV is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and MSSB since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Advisory Board, Finance Committee, Investment Committee, and Pension Committee of the Diocese of St. Augustine. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management delivers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools.

Kyle Leiser is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Jacksonville Beach, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Ameriprise since 2017 and prior experience at Aramark from 2015 to 2017. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice, supported by algorithmic automation and oversight committees.

David Vanderbilt is a financial advisor with Merrill in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1999. 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 model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tristin Effinger is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. Tristin has worked at Merrill since 2014 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Michael Morris is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at FedEx Corporation and involvement with small businesses such as Fairhope Brewing Company and Blue Dawn Surfboards. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios, and it is notable for its use of AI-driven methodologies and its formal advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Brian Heller is a financial advisor with Fidelity who holds the Series 66 designation and has 15 years of industry experience. He has worked with various Fidelity entities since 2010, including Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and Fidelity Investments. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a charitable gift fund. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Dan Pierce is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2018, progressing through various roles including Branch Leader, Investment Solutions Team Leader, and Investment Solutions Help Desk. Dan focuses on helping associates maximize their potential both personally and professionally. Throughout his tenure at Fidelity, Dan has gained experience in leadership and investment solutions, contributing to his expertise in these areas. His career demonstrates a steady advancement within the company, reflecting his commitment to his role and the organization. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Dan enjoys baseball, fishing, fitness, golf, running, and skiing.

Scott Penrod is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of finance, he operated a woodworking and furniture business under the name Penrod Chic from 2014 to 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers recommendations on a non-discretionary basis, combining institutional advisory capabilities with broker-dealer and investment adviser functions.