Fernando Vidal Otero is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Equitable Advisors since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the managing member of FVOESQ, LLC, a non-investment related business based in Orlando, Florida. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients—including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth investors—along with pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and supported by third-party asset managers and sponsored advisory programs.

Adam Iosue is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience in financial advising. He currently works at LPL Financial and has previously held roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, and USAA Investment Management Company. 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 model portfolio programs and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Christopher Scharnow is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palm Harbor, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Citigroup Global Markets, and Ameriprise. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Cameron Cobb is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at 717 Parking Enterprises and has a background in education, having taught at the University of South Florida, Wharton High School, and Liberty Middle School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by offering a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning using firm‑approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that include corporate financial planning agreements and various investment and planning strategies.

Kevin Hackett is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Tampa, FL, holding Series 66 and Series 63 designations and 18 years of industry experience. His career includes extensive tenure at Wells Fargo Clearing, interspersed with roles at Wells Fargo Bank, NA and Morgan Stanley. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Adam Palmer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Citigroup Global Markets, and UBS Financial Services. Palmer serves on the board and investment committees of the YMCA Tampa Metropolitan Area. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Justin Brolin is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, he worked at Your Boat Club and held various positions in local government and education. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery tools and firm-approved methodologies.

Diane Enterlein is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 24 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, ClearPath Advisory Group, American Integrity, Rodan And Fields, and Allstate Insurance Company. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, with additional services such as financial planning and access to third-party asset managers.

Maureen Atieno is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2022. Prior to this, she served as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022, and as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2013 to 2021. Throughout her career, Maureen has focused on partnering with clients to provide relevant tools and proactive guidance aimed at helping them gain and maintain confidence in their financial decisions. She emphasizes accountability and works alongside clients to support their financial well-being. Maureen's personal interests include fitness, motorcycles, parenthood, reading, traveling, and volunteering.

Diana Persaud is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2012 and previously held positions at New England Securities and Uvest Financial Services Group, Inc. Persaud is also involved in non-variable insurance products and health and dental insurance through her business activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and investment solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies across various asset classes.

Lisan Burney is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, Burney gained experience at Prudential Advisors and First Command firms. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the board of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8116 and volunteers with the nonprofit Accelerate/Ascend Brevard. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and institutional entities. The firm utilizes model-driven investment implementation with access to third-party asset managers and offers financial planning, insurance products, and affiliated trust services.

Paul Finocchiaro is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Enterprise. His prior roles include positions at C2P Capital Advisory Group, Centrus Financial Strategies, Southshore Financial Planning, Truist Investment Services, Citigroup Global Markets, USAA Financial Planning Services, and Valic Financial Advisors. He is also involved in non-variable insurance activities. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, with a notable focus on non-securities products and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Michael Smelyanskiy is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments, holding a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fisher Investments in 2022, he held roles at DoorDash and Indiana University. Fisher Investments serves a global client base including institutional and private clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates through a centralized investment process.

Kyle Melear is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Valdes Group. He joined the team in 2017, focusing on investment and economic analysis as well as client relationship development. Kyle works closely with business owners and high-net-worth individuals to develop goals-based wealth management strategies tailored to their individual needs. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Kyle worked as an analyst for an asset management firm specializing in real estate, private equity, and credit investments. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Kyle earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University, majoring in Finance and Business Management. Kyle and his team have been recognized in several Forbes rankings, including the Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams list for North Florida and America's Top Wealth Management Teams Private Wealth list. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys spending time outdoors and participating in community activities. He lives in Tampa with his wife, Erin, and daughter, Grayson.

Mark Malone is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill, Bank of America, and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, incorporating ESG considerations and leveraging its broad derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Tyler Plunkett is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and approximately six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise and Frank Girard Wealth Management. Outside of finance, he has experience with Elegant Valet Services and worked at the University of Tampa. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Todd Austin is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2011, including time at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Todd is a partner in several investment-related LLCs based in Tampa, Florida, involved in property management and investment interests. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a variety of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that includes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Jeni La Paglia is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Brandon, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at BB&T Investment Services, Inc. and Bank of Tampa, where she continues to serve as a Private Relationship Manager and office manager. Outside of her advisory work, she is also active as a ridesharing driver for Lyft and Uber. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, and retirement plan participants. The firm offers a range of advisory solutions including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by research tools and a broad suite of non-advisory financial services.

Adam Parks is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and over 15 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2015 and previously was with First Command Brokerage Services and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several business activities, including serving as an equity partner at Turner and Associates and owning Trinity Tax Advisors. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm utilizes multiple management platforms, offers access to third-party advisers, and develops proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

James Mccormick Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has served in various roles within Morgan Stanley since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he is a city commissioner in Safety Harbor, FL, and is involved with Rotary International as a district ambassador scholar selection chairman and outbound seminar coordinator. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.