Alexis Szathmary is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining TIAA-CREF in 2024, Alexis worked at Morgan Stanley, Harrisdirect LLC, E*TRADE Securities LLC, and Edward Jones among other firms. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing ties to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm’s advisory model distinguishes between one-time financial planning services and ongoing discretionary management through various managed account options.

Sebastian Leguizamon is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of experience with Principal Securities, Inc. and Principal Life Insurance Company, and has previously worked at BNY Mellon, Raymond James, Morgan Stanley, Capco, and MidFlorida Credit Union. He is based in Tampa, FL. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel abroad. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

William Hamm is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Partners with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Independent Financial Partners since 2012. In addition to his advisory role, Hamm oversees day-to-day operations for an ecommerce brand focused on men's clothing and provides consulting services to registered investment advisers. Independent Financial Partners delivers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisers. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform with over $12.5 billion in assets under management and offers both advisor-directed and centrally managed investment options, along with specialized retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.

Louis Robert Jr. is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 65 credential and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Principal Securities Inc. and Principal Life Insurance Co. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sale and service of fixed life insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care insurance, and disability insurance through various carriers. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty military personnel. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Sydney Manderson is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 license and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked with Manderson Wealth Strategies since 2020 and has been affiliated with various Principal entities since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member of the Safety Harbor Chamber of Commerce and is involved in the Finance Council of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third‑party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Neetul Sharma is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66, Series 65, and Series 63 designations. Prior to joining Citigroup in 2020, Neetul worked at Capital One Advisors LLC and Capital One Investing, LLC from 2016 to 2020, as well as at Spire Wealth Management and Equitable Advisors earlier in his career. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a wide range of investment advisory programs and broker-dealer execution and custody services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies implemented through discretionary and non-discretionary programs, supported by internal standards and oversight committees.

Matthew Hunter is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at MassMutual Life Insurance Company and Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2019, with prior experience at Waddell & Reed Inc. from 2015 to 2018. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to develop collaborative, goal-based recommendations.

Frank Brawley is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 credential and has been with UBS since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is the managing member of Lake Elbert Investments, an LLC established to manage real estate fund investments that are now being wound down. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of products and services supported by proprietary research and capital market insights.

Gregory Hauer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and six years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial and Fogarty Wealth Management since 2020 and previously was associated with Creighton University from 2016 to 2020. In addition to his advisory roles, he is an attorney and owner of Kairos Law Group, LLC. 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 wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Jay Hill is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career there in 2026. He previously worked at TCM Bank NA for 18 years and took a one-year break as a homemaker before joining Ameriprise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that focus on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies, supported by a centralized service team and extensive research tools.

Louis Bernstein is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at E*Trade Securities LLC and E*TRADE Capital Management LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis. The firm manages a broad range of client assets and delivers services through both direct client relationships and corporate agreements.

Kyle Osting is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at The Vanguard Group and The Prudential Insurance Company of America, among others. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios constructed from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Brandon Bailey is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2023. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Robin Carmichael is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, and has 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Signator Investors Inc, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Transamerica Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he is co-owner of a custom engraving and gift business based in Clearwater, Florida. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment approach is model-based and utilizes portfolio optimization tools, allowing advisors to implement discretionary strategies, third-party manager selections, and proprietary models.

Kirk Cunningham is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management. In this role, he advises entrepreneurs and C-suite executives on managing their personal balance sheets, offering guidance on investments, credit, philanthropy, and estate planning services. Before joining Merrill, Kirk spent 12 years as an Investment Specialist at J.P. Morgan’s Private Bank, where he managed portfolios and provided investment solutions for clients. Prior to that, he held a similar position at Goldman Sachs & Co. Kirk holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame and an M.B.A. in Finance with a focus on Investment Management from Indiana University. He has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation.

Thomas Peterson is a CFP® with 13 years of experience in financial advising, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has been with Raymond James since 2016 and is also associated with Peterson Wealth Management. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as a professor with the Association of Financial Educators. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools such as risk profiling and probability modeling to support client decision-making.

Jack Halvorsen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he operated under Wealth Bridge Financial Group, a DBA for LPL, for one year. His background includes work outside finance, such as positions at Southwood Golf Club and Pizza @ Tyrone Square. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, utilizing various investment approaches including model portfolios, third-party management, and customized strategies.

Brian Bernhardt is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise and UBS Financial Services. He has an ownership interest in a non-investment-related business based in Aspen, Colorado. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a variety of advisory programs for individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Brian Rowley is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Clearwater, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2014. Outside of his financial advisory role, he serves as a soccer referee for Largo United and the Pinellas Soccer Officials Association. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Howard Hill II is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Clearwater, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial since 2009 and also operates Hill Financial Services. Hill is the president of a personal S chapter corporation, a non-investment-related business activity. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary investment consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.