Catherine Stewart is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 2012. She holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Charlotte, NC. Outside of her advisory role, she acts as Co-Trustee for her mother's revocable trust. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to tailor asset allocations across various savings goals, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Ethan Fesperman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC. He holds the Series 66 designation and has eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2018, he worked at Rink & Robinson, PLLC and Associate Staffing. Outside of his financial career, he also serves as an assistant golf professional at River Oaks Golf Club, where he has been involved for over a decade. 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 both brokerage and advisory solutions leveraging research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party data sources.

Charles Thomas is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones from 2016 to 2019 and also has experience at Central Piedmont Community College. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets through a large network of advisors.

Brandon Badik is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, having worked at various Vanguard entities since 2025. His prior work includes roles outside the financial industry and at academic institutions. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach and manages portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, emphasizing scale and digital delivery through a large advisory team.

Alejandro Navarro is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Merrill and Bank of America before joining Vanguard in 2026. Navarro is based in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through services like Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor, serving retail investors and eligible retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach featuring proprietary models and portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

William Hayes III is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 1999. He holds the Series 63 designation and is based in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations, primarily employing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and supports a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisor teams.

Keith Sojak is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Vanguard entities since 2011, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers since 2026. Based in Charlotte, NC, his background is rooted in roles across the Vanguard organization. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to create personalized asset allocations, with portfolios mainly constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs and various customization options.

John Kershner is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Cornelius, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at major firms such as Merrill, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Clearing, and LindenThomas Company. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

David Crosland IV is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cornelius, NC, holding a Series 66 credential with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America from 2015 to 2020 before joining Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Sarah Fremin is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Her work history includes roles at The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Robert Half, as well as an office assistant position at Sheri L Major CPA, Inc. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and primarily constructs portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a broad range of customization options.

Michael Sansone is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers. He has been with The Vanguard Group since 2013. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios largely constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and tax-aware features.

Michael Crawford is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc., as well as academic positions at the University of South Carolina. Vanguard Advisers offers both automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages a large client base through its digital platform and advisory team.

Bryan Sherrill is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo and Pinnacle Bank prior to his current role. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer and Deacon at Diamond Hill Baptist Church and teaches at Rowan Cabarrus Community College. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning and investment consulting to a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses analytical tools and tailored strategies to deliver non-discretionary planning and supports various advisory programs across a large network.

Brooke Schneider is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously in diverse roles including positions at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, as well as in educational and entrepreneurial settings. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and managing a large client base through its digital platform and team servicing model.

Matthew Fleming is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2014. He has been associated with The Vanguard Group and its related entities since 2006. Fleming is based in Charlotte, NC. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary methodologies and primarily invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs, combining scale with digital delivery to manage a large client base.

Keith Smithers is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member of Patrick's Purchase POA, a community organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide array of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through a combination of direct individual plans and corporate financial planning agreements.

Ian Penny is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2018. Prior to his career in financial services, he worked in event management and academic support roles at Guilford College. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to develop recommendations delivered through discrete planning engagements.

Vachel Pennebaker is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Mooresville, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and Florida Financial Advisors. Prior to entering the financial industry, he held various positions in retail and service businesses. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Christopher Richard is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2012. He has been associated with The Vanguard Group and its related entities since 2007. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages a large client base through its digital platform combined with a team servicing model.

John Howard is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Vanguard Group, Vanguard Marketing Corporation, and Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to set personalized asset allocations, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs.