John Fitch III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Mooresville, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at PNC Investments and NYLife Securities, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches.

John Chidwick is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Mooresville, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with several firms including Signature Wealth Group, Wdsworth Group-First Financial Resources, and IFG/Russell Advisors. He is also CEO of 4 Life Investments, a real estate brokerage, and is a partner at Signature Wealth Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored, non-discretionary services that incorporate risk profiling and scenario modeling. The firm supports a broad advisor network and is notable for its municipal advisory affiliation and specialized SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory program.

Michael Woods is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management in Conover, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. He has prior experience at Catawba Valley Health System and Iredell Health System, as well as community involvement through a decade of work at Newton Recreation Center. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing comprehensive, goal-based financial planning without portfolio management or institutional advisory services.

Christopher Cannon is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at MassMutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company before joining Raymond James in 2019. Cannon serves on the board and investment task force of the Hickory Museum of Art. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides tailored financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs analytical tools and risk profiling to support non-discretionary consulting and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

William Bell is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hickory, North Carolina, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones and its affiliated entity since 1994. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Leslie Stewart is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. Stewart previously worked at SagePoint Financial for six years before joining LPL Financial in 2019. He is co-owner of Southeast Tax & Consulting Services LLC, a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Nikkita Gibson is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Deal Financial Group, Inc. and Heritage Planning Associates. Outside of finance, Gibson is an artist with over 20 years of experience and serves on the audience engagement committee at the Hickory Museum of Art, as well as on the board of the nonprofit Outright Youth. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse portfolio management options, financial planning, and access to third-party managers across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Steven Reese is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hickory, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, Reese is involved in commercial real estate as a partner and serves as vice president of the owners association for a local property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated products, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branches.

Henry Thompson IV is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge since 2016 and also has a longstanding affiliation with Capital Concepts dating back to 2004. Outside his advisory work, he serves on multiple nonprofit boards, including as president of the SALT Block board and a member of the YMCA of Catawba Valley Soccer Club board. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers a range of financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Thomas Bumgarner is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He previously worked at VOYA Financial Advisors and has operated his own firm, Stan Bumgarner Incorporated, since 2010. He is also the owner of Stan Bumgarner Wealth Management and works as an independent insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Brent Mcdonald is a financial advisor at Cetera with 22 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked at several firms, including Securities America and Investacorp, and has been a co-owner of Tar Heel Wealth Management since 2010. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a general board member for the Pregnancy Care Center of Catawba Valley and presents financial educational workshops through My Secure Advantage. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, managing over $256 billion in assets across more than 10,000 advisors.

Elizabeth Rogers is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. for 11 years. She is also the owner of Renaissance Financial Partners of North Carolina, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by model portfolios and research.

Steve Englebert Jr. is a financial advisor specializing in trust and wealth management. With over 23 years of experience as a trust officer, he offers clients a perspective on preserving, insulating, and passing along wealth in a tax-efficient manner. His client base includes business owners, younger couples accumulating wealth, individuals nearing retirement, and retirees across the United States. Steve focuses on helping clients clarify their financial goals by discussing short- and long-term plans, family responsibilities, alignment with other advisors such as CPAs and attorneys, legacy considerations including wills and trusts, and assessing assets and liabilities to minimize debt and enhance cash flow. His approach aims to support clients in making informed decisions that reflect their values and visions for the future. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Campbell University in Trust & Wealth Management and holds the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Steve is active in his community through volunteering with organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont, United Way of Iredell County, and the Iredell Council on Aging, and is a member of Rotary Club of Statesville. He enjoys spending time with his wife Katherine and their three daughters, engaging in activities such as hiking and camping.

Brandon Weiland is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hickory, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His background includes roles in digital marketing and law enforcement. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services.

Ryan Mulligan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds a Series 66 designation and has 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial LLC, Independent Financial Partners, and Barings LLC. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved software tools to deliver personalized recommendations.

Tiffany Little is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Newton, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with three years of industry experience. Her career includes over a decade at United Bank and multiple terms with Edward Jones. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a voter assistant for the Catawba County Board of Elections. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of advisors and branches.

James Collins is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hickory, North Carolina, holding a Series 66 designation with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies along with affiliated mutual funds and other financial services.

Donald Chapman is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Chapman & Chapman Assoc. LLC, a business involved in property ownership. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs combining discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with financial planning and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

William Barlow is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hickory, NC, with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages businesses related to real estate construction and property maintenance in Hudson, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jay Malick is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Mooresville, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His background includes over two decades at Bank of America and Merrill, and he has engaged as an author and lecturer since 2021. He also holds a current affiliation with Costco. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning relationships using firm-approved tools and provides a range of event-driven planning programs.