Michael Dean is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill, serving in advisory roles for a combined 13 years. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, along with Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage account holders. The firm integrates its services with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms, offering both point-in-time financial plans and optional managed account solutions.

John Logue is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He is currently with Truist Advisory Services and Truist Investment Services, having previously worked at PNC and BBVA in various wealth management and securities roles. Outside of his advisory work, he assists with a Massage Envy franchise owned by his wife. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations, offering asset allocation analysis, fiduciary support, and a manager-selection program implemented through a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Nicholas Hollister is a financial advisor with PNC Wealth Management in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and totaling nine years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill from 2015 to 2022 before joining PNC Investments LLC in 2022. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through several model-based programs, including an invitation-only digital discretionary model account pilot for employees. The firm’s approach uses algorithm-driven risk assessment and implements investments via approved model strategies managed by PNC or third parties, focusing on mutual funds and ETFs with annual rebalancing.

Karen Mayfield is a CFP® with 21 years of experience in the financial services industry. She currently serves as an advisor at Truist Advisory Services, where she has worked since 2021, following prior roles with SunTrust Advisory Services and related firms. Outside of her advisory work, Mayfield holds leadership and volunteer roles with local organizations including the Estate Planning Council of Northeast Florida, Wolfson Children's Women's Board, and the Ronald McDonald House. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary manager relationships and integrates third-party platforms and AI-enabled research to support its investment offerings.

Michael Boswell is a financial advisor at Hightower Advisors with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Hightower, he worked at First Command Brokerage Services and served multiple terms in the U.S. Air Force from 2017 to 2025. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse range of individual and institutional clients. The firm’s advisory model focuses on manager selection and multi-manager solutions, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers, and offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting.

Allen Sasser Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience, currently with Lincoln Investment since 2026. His prior roles include positions at Brust Wealth Advisors, Raymond James Financial Services, JL Smith Holistic Wealth Management, Petros Financial Group, Bank of America, and Merrill. He is based in Jacksonville, Florida. Lincoln Investment serves individuals, charitable organizations, businesses, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, with a focus on educators and 403(b)/457(b) participants. The firm employs a blend of strategic and tactical investment approaches, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary programs across a range of managed portfolios.

Aaron Sheklin is a financial advisor at Farther with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at RealPage, Inc., ClickPay, LLC, and NovelPay, LLC. Outside of advising, he is the managing partner of Seaworthy Industries, a maritime consulting firm, and serves as an authorized representative for Beaches Mental Health, providing consulting and administrative support. Farther serves individual investors, trusts, and estates through a technology-driven advisory platform and direct client meetings. The firm applies Modern Portfolio Theory using bespoke and algorithmic model portfolios, focusing on ETFs, mutual funds, equities, and fixed income, and offers discretionary investment management along with retirement plan consulting.

Catherine Livingston is a financial advisor at Valic Financial Advisors with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and is based in Jacksonville, FL. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Agia, providing non-securities insurance products. Valic Financial Advisors serves primarily U.S. individuals, including high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients, as well as employer-sponsored retirement participants. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and multiple wrap programs through a large network of advisors, utilizing centralized technology and model solutions to manage client assets.

Miguel Arevalo Gonzalez is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and nine years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Merrill, Bank of America, and Transamerica. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily for employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage clients. The firm’s integrated approach combines proprietary and third-party methodologies focused on long-term portfolio returns and client savings rates, delivered through platforms linked to Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative services.

William Schneider is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and Bank of America. Outside of advising, he is the owner of a local AC repair business, managing administration and marketing. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as retail clients. The firm uses an integrated model tied to Empower’s platforms and offers point-in-time financial plans alongside optional managed account solutions.

Steven Kurosko is a financial advisor at Cerity Partners LLC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Cerity Partners since 2014. Cerity Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, families, trusts, corporations, charitable institutions, and other institutional investors. The firm offers a range of services including investment management, financial planning, tax and insurance support, and retirement plan services, with a focus on customized, diversified portfolios and access to alternative and private-market investments.

Kevin Humphrey is a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment with six years of industry experience. His background includes service in the United States Air Force and Florida Air National Guard, along with roles in the New York Air National Guard and firms such as Linquest/KBR and Cornerstone Educators Insurance. He is also co-owner and president of Humphrey Nation, Inc., a tax and accounting entity. Lincoln Investment serves individuals, charitable organizations, businesses, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, with a focus on educators and 403(b)/457(b) participants. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan advice, and a variety of model portfolios, managing both discretionary and non-discretionary assets through a combination of strategic and dynamic investment approaches.

Patricia Yager is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Fidelity Investments, Merrill, and Bank of America. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and operates two small businesses focused on photo prints and custom apparel design. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and participants, as well as to Empower Premier IRA and retail brokerage account holders. The firm’s integrated service model emphasizes long-term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing within plan lineups selected by plan sponsors.

Jonathan Sizemore is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Gulfstream Aerospace, Florida Financial Advisors, Probe Domain, and Sizemore Academy. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm offers a decentralized advisory model with options for discretionary and non-discretionary account management and has notable retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities.

Eduardo Ortega is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group in Jacksonville, FL. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Empower Advisory Group, he served in multiple roles including with State Farm and First Command Advisory Services, and spent 23 years in the United States Navy. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer‑sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as to Empower Premier IRA and retail brokerage account holders. The firm’s integrated approach emphasizes long‑term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing, delivering services through Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms.

Amanda Jordan is a CFP® with nine years of experience in financial advisory, currently with Truist Advisory Services. She previously worked for Bank of America for ten years before joining SunTrust Advisory Services in 2017. Outside of finance, she is involved in several entrepreneurial activities including a lifestyle consulting business and co-ownership of a home services company. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset allocation, fiduciary support, and manager-selection programs, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary investment approaches supported by third-party platforms and AI-enhanced research.

Jeffrey Osteen is a financial advisor with Cetera Planning Partners in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab, Avantax, and Citigroup. Cetera Planning Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on pre-retirees and retirees by offering investment management, comprehensive financial planning, Social Security optimization, and retirement-related advice. The firm emphasizes diversified portfolios built from mutual funds and ETFs tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance, complemented by ancillary services such as tax planning, bookkeeping, and estate planning through third-party providers.

Zachary Cohen is a financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials with 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.W. Cole Advisors, J.W. Cole Financial, St. Johns Asset Management, and Guardian. Cohen is involved in wealth management services targeting medical and dental professionals through Douglas & Cohen Doctor's Wealth, focusing on insurance and wealth management for this niche market. J. W. Cole Advisors operates a large network of independent advisors and offers fee-based portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan services, and access to multiple third-party investment platforms for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary account management using fundamental and technical analysis, model or manager-based strategies, and digital advice solutions.

Richard Rudinger is a financial advisor with Integrity Alliance, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His career includes long tenure at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services, as well as operating his own CPA firm, R. J. Rudinger CPA, PLLC, where he serves as managing partner focused on tax preparation and accounting. He is also involved in the sales and service of fixed insurance products. Integrity Alliance serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of 164 independent advisers. The firm provides asset management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to various investment programs, utilizing a range of portfolio management approaches and custodial platforms.

Wayne Dedrick is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at UBS Financial Services from 2005 to 2017 and at BB&T Securities and SunTrust Advisory Services since 2017. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees at Saint Francis University. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations, employing a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by third-party platforms and AI-enhanced research.