Bryan Steele is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as the general manager of a property rental business in Charlotte, NC. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including portfolio management and fee-based financial planning. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and delivers advisory work through a network of Financial Advisors utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Melanie Trexler is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC, where Melanie works, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic methods to construct portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and serves as a registered commodity pool operator and advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Brian Booe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Mill, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, among other positions outside finance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Carter Barlow is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at The McKay Firm. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional fiduciaries.

Landrum Henderson Jr. is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 51 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner and proprietor of a rental property in Pawleys Island, SC. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The group offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing a range of strategies including traditional and non-traditional investments.

Jason Farouk is a financial advisor with Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple positions at Merrill and Bank of America, as well as a year at The Vanguard Group. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional fiduciaries.

Branon Pope is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in York, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at North Western Mutual and was involved in the golfballs.com business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated financial services.

Michael Jones is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 2010, he has collaborated with his team to develop customized wealth and financial strategies tailored to the individual needs and goals of his clients. With over 20 years of experience in wealth management, Michael focuses on areas including education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the professional designations of CHARTERED FINANCIAL CONSULTANT (ChFC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Michael completed his high school education at Totino Grace and attended the University of Minnesota System, though no degree was conferred. Originally from Kentucky, he currently resides in Laguna Niguel with his family. His personal interests include boating, cooking, fishing, golfing, and reading.

Benjamin Horn is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and over 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley \& Co., Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. He leads a weekly CFP discussion at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and investment programs supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Mary Chase is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill from 1997 to 2021 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC from 2021 to 2022 before joining Morgan Stanley in 2023. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both direct relationships and Corporate Financial Planning agreements with employers.

Heidi Johnson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. She has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Daniel Bryant is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2018, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, including the DDK Group team, serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations with a range of services such as financial planning, portfolio management, and separately managed accounts. The firm employs a mix of manager-traded and model-traded strategies supported by internal research and oversight and reported approximately $394 billion in regulatory assets under management as of year-end 2025.

Rob Lotz is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2021. In this capacity, he partners with clients to develop customized financial plans aimed at helping them achieve their unique goals. His approach centers on being a trusted advisor to assist clients in managing their wealth effectively. Rob has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through various roles including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, and currently Vice President, Wealth Planner. This experience has provided him with a broad understanding of financial planning and investment strategies. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Rob enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, family activities, golf, surfing, and parenthood.

Gordon Whittaker is a Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, part of the Ellison Kibler team. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2003, following two years at another wealth management firm, he has focused on financial strategies and investment management for high-net-worth individuals, including professional athletes and entertainment professionals. His expertise encompasses corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Gordon has also trained financial advisors across the country through Merrill's Peer-to-Peer National Faculty program and served as the 2025 Chairman of the Merrill Financial Advisory Council to Management (ACTM). Gordon holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and the Sports and Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (SE-AWMA) designation awarded by The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. Additionally, he is a Registered Player Financial Advisor with the National Football League Players Association. He graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor's degree in chemistry and also attended the University of Colorado. Gordon was individually ranked #4 in North Carolina-West on Forbes' "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" 2026 list. Originally from Brandon, Vermont, Gordon resides outside of Charlotte with his wife, fellow team member Angie Whittaker, and their family. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys adventure sports, biking, hunting, exercise, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and spending time with his family.

Christian Perry is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS, he worked in various roles including at Top Golf and Tropical Smoothie. Outside of financial services, he is involved in retail service work at Target. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets and advisory services.

Kathryn McKenzie is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, BMO Harris Financial Advisors, and Wells Fargo. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for family trusts. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial product offerings including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Randy Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, Bank of America NA, Merrill Lynch, and Wells Fargo. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in a non-variable insurance agency based in Huntersville, NC. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and brokerage and insurance products through its integrated platform.

Michael Williams is a Series 66 registered advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, based in Charlotte, NC. He has 21 years of industry experience and has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2004. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering holistic, goal-based financial plans that cover various topics such as retirement, tax, estate, and special needs planning. The firm combines planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option while maintaining separate services.

Carlos Martinez Acuna is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining Merrill, he worked in various roles including at Central Piedmont Community College and multiple service and food industry positions. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s corporate platform, offering access to a wider set of financial products and services.

Tyler Crawford is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Fifth Third Bank, and The Vanguard Group, as well as positions in educational institutions. He has worked in the Charlotte, NC area throughout his career. 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 uses research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute alongside third-party data to inform its investment approach.