Jillian Avery is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation and the Series 66 license. Her career includes roles at Edward Jones since 2018 and experience with North Georgia USBC WBA Inc from 2015 to 2018. 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 and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Richard Young is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Gainesville, GA, holding a Series 63 designation and 32 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2019, he worked at The Strategic Financial Alliance from 2016 to 2019. He is also the owner of Amelia Consultants, LLC, a business involved in life insurance and fixed annuity sales, and serves as a board member on the City of Gainesville Planning and Zoning Appeals Board. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to create tailored Recommendation Reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Kaitlyn Mathis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gainesville, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has been associated with Sullivan & Schlieman Wealth Management, LLC and LPL Financial since 2019. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, and incorporates research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Matthew Mc Grath is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Dawsonville, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property in Gainesville, GA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Gary Harr is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Gainesville, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2005, including its predecessor firm, and owns Harr & Associates Inc., a consulting and advisory business. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Austin Patton is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Gainesville, Georgia. In his role as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, he works closely with individuals and families to navigate important financial decisions, including general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events. He provides access to Bank of America specialists for a range of financial solutions, including banking, credit, home financing, and small business services. Austin holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a High School Diploma from City of Buford. He also attended institutions within the University System of Georgia. His approach involves building lasting relationships centered on understanding what matters to his clients and their families, allowing him to create personalized strategies to help them pursue their financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Austin is involved in his community as a member of a church worship team. His personal interests include camping, hiking, hunting, music, photography, singing, and spending time with his family.

Richard Ness Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 37 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2019. Prior to that, he worked at Summit Financial Group Inc. and Summit Brokerage Services Inc. Mr. Ness is also licensed as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, providing access to affiliated and third-party managers across multiple program structures.

Kristian Martin is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Advisory Services Network, LLC and BFC Planning, Inc., among others. Martin serves as treasurer for the Royal Knights Charitable Association, where he helps organize a golf fundraiser. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports clients through advisory programs and institutional consulting services.

Tracy Nelson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Gainesville, GA. She has 11 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Outside of advising, she has a background in acting in Burbank, California. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Brandon Hastings is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Buford, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a part-owner of multiple boat and RV storage businesses in the Buford area and holds a general contractor’s license through a home-based construction and remodeling business established for personal use. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including access to model portfolios and research, and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies.

Jacob Burnette is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hoschton, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2019, he worked with the Pittsburgh Pirates from 2011 to 2017. He serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Atlanta Road Church of Christ. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

John Turner is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cantella and Co, Inc. for 12 years before joining Raymond James in 2022. He serves as a board member of the Ware Foundation, a nonprofit organization where he contributes to the operating budget and financial duties. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals, utilizing risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Angela Jude is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2024. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, progressing through various roles including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, Retirement Planner, Retirement Representative, Self Directed Brokerage Specialist, and Trader. Her experience encompasses retirement and income planning, strategic financial planning, and investment guidance. Angela is focused on empowering individuals to pursue financial security and long-term prosperity. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Angela has interests in movies, reading, and traveling.

Carlos Dominguez is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding CFP® and Series 63 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Dominguez is involved in several business ventures including commercial real estate ownership and serves on the finance and investment committees of the Quinlan Visual Arts Center. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools to model potential outcomes, supporting clients through its advisory programs and partnerships.

Michael Schak is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017, following a decade at Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an administrative and advisory consultant for a technology wholesale and distribution company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and structured processes.

Joshua Schlieman is a CFP® certificant with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2008. 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 financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, with access to model portfolios, research, and a range of investment strategies.

Christian Salas is a financial advisor with Cetera based in Gainesville, GA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has six years of industry experience, including previous roles at Raymond James and Associates Inc and BB&T. Outside of his advisory work, he has ownership in a rental property business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with a multi-manager platform, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets.

Elizabeth Chesser is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America and positions outside finance at Tin Lizzys and Hooters. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Kevin Clary is a CFP® and Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010 and is based in Gainesville, GA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

David Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank for nine years. Gonzalez is also an owner of two rental properties in Georgia. 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, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports a broad advisor network with specialized municipal and retirement plan advisory programs.