Denise Mellerup is a financial advisor at Archer Investment Corporation with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Archer since 2011. In addition to her advisory role, she is the president and sole shareholder of DJL Surveying, a surveying company she has managed since 1990. Archer Investment Corporation provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, pension plans, and investment companies through separately managed accounts and The Archer Funds. The firm’s investment approach involves comprehensive financial assessments and diversified portfolio construction across multiple asset classes, with both discretionary and model-driven management options.

Scott Barcomb is a financial advisor with Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Berthel, Fisher since 2003 and previously worked at BFC Planning, Inc. Barcomb is the founder and owner of Barcomb Asset Management, provides investment advice, and is the author of the book *Black Rock*. He also serves as treasurer for the Pine Park Office Condo Association in Sarasota, Florida. Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services offers investment advisory and financial planning services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients, managing approximately $906 million in client assets through a network of independent advisers. The firm delivers tailored investment solutions across various platforms, including discretionary and non-discretionary management and sub-advisory arrangements.

Kathleen Mcgrath is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in financial advising. She is currently with W3 Wealth Advisors, LLC and affiliated firms, having previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors. Mcgrath serves as a board member of the Hugs and Hope Foundation, a nonprofit supporting families affected by lung cancer treatments, and volunteers on the finance committee of Westwood Country Club. W3 Wealth Advisors provides financial planning and access to third-party managed accounts for individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm emphasizes manager selection and asset allocation through Valmark’s platform, coordinating client planning with other professional advisors.

Keith Wood is a financial advisor with Synovus Securities, Inc. in Port Charlotte, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Synovus entities since 2019 and previously at Raymond James Financial Services from 2015 to 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Premier Orlando Rides LLC, a transportation business where he manages administrative duties and vehicle acquisitions. Synovus Securities, Inc. serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering investment advisory and brokerage services with a variety of managed account programs. The firm uses risk tolerance assessments and due diligence processes to guide portfolio management, and it provides access to alternative investments and educational services for ERISA plans.

Kevin Murray is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience. He is currently with Synovus Securities, Inc. and has previously worked at SunTrust Advisory Services and Pinnacle Bank. Synovus Securities, Inc. serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional clients. The firm offers both investment advisory and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management programs on the Envestnet platform and providing access to alternative and private investment offerings.

Michael Murray is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Bison Wealth, LLC, based in Sarasota, FL. He has two years of industry experience and has previously worked at Truadvice Wealth Management and Lyons Tool & Manufacturing. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a Florida life, health, and variable annuity license and works as an independent insurance agent on a limited basis. Bison Wealth serves a wide range of clients including individuals, family offices, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management as well as multi-manager investment solutions. The firm distinguishes itself through its turnkey asset management platform that supports other registered advisers and manages approximately $2.75 billion in client assets.

James Meiron Jr. is a financial advisor at Synovus Securities, Inc. with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Synovus Securities and SunTrust Advisory Services during his career. Since 2026, he has also been affiliated with Pinnacle Bank. Synovus Securities, Inc. serves individual and high-net-worth investors as well as institutional clients, offering investment advisory and brokerage services including managed accounts, model portfolios, and financial planning. The firm utilizes a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management programs on the Envestnet platform, with a focus on risk-tolerance tailored asset allocation and manager selection.

Stephanie Desear is a financial advisor with Synovus Securities, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has worked at firms including Wells Fargo, SunTrust, and Pinnacle Bank. She serves as a board member and finance committee member of the Morgan Franklin Fellowship, an organization focused on promoting financial literacy. Synovus Securities, Inc. serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering both advisory and brokerage services. The firm employs a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management programs and provides access to alternative investments and outside money managers.

Christopher Fernandez is a financial advisor with Synovus Securities, Inc. based in Port Charlotte, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Cetera, and Synovus bank. Synovus Securities serves individual and high-net-worth investors as well as institutional clients, offering both investment advisory and brokerage services with a focus on diversified portfolio management through discretionary and non-discretionary programs on the Envestnet platform.

Kenneth Bolton is a financial advisor with Advisory Solutions Group, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 37 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Milestone Private Wealth Management, CS Planning Corp., and Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network. Advisory Solutions Group serves retail clients through a network of Investment Advisor Representatives and provides turnkey business and back-office services to other registered investment advisory firms. The firm uses a mix of quantitative, momentum, and fundamental analysis to construct diversified portfolios and supports RIAs with model implementation, reporting, and held-away asset management.

Valere Mukubu is a financial advisor at TD Private Client Wealth LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at TD Bank N.A. since 2017, including his current role at TD Private Client Wealth since 2021. Mukubu also has experience at Amazon and is the proprietor of VamXpress LLC, a non-investment-related business. TD Private Client Wealth LLC provides discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional, high-net-worth, and retail clients. The firm uses a combination of strategic and tactical asset allocation through affiliated and third-party sub-managers and offers portfolio management, financial planning support, and custody services.

Kathy Dyer is a financial advisor with Rockefeller Financial LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Ironview Capital Management. She and Michael Dyer have an ownership interest in a Florida-based hotel through a limited partnership. Rockefeller Financial LLC serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, institutional clients, retirement plans, foundations, and corporations. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates as a registered broker-dealer, providing integrated investment, insurance, and placement capabilities.

Gregory Schmertmann is a financial advisor with Truist Advisory Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked with SunTrust Investment Services and SunTrust Advisory Services since 2015. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm combines discretionary manager relationships and non-discretionary consulting, supported by AI-enabled research tools and inter-affiliate integration across Truist’s financial services.

Sean Koscho is an investment advisor at NewEdge Advisors with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at firms including Base Wealth Management, Intervest International, and Primerica. Additionally, he served a decade with the Sarasota County Fire Department. NewEdge Advisors is a large registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a wide range of services such as portfolio management, financial planning, and access to sponsored advisory programs, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment solutions.

Jason Mangum is a financial advisor at TD Private Client Wealth LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at TD Bank and Appreciation Financial in prior roles. TD Private Client Wealth LLC provides discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional, high-net-worth private, and retail clients, utilizing a range of strategic and tactical asset allocation portfolios supported by affiliated and third-party sub-managers.

Brian Grogan is a financial advisor with NewEdge Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services and Mid Atlantic Financial Management. Outside of his advisory work, he is a founding partner of Crescent Franchise Solutions, which focuses on succession planning for franchise owners. NewEdge Advisors is a large registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, trusts, and charitable organizations through independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services and utilizes multiple program structures combining in-house and third-party strategies, supported by technology tools and rigorous due diligence.

Christopher Persandi is a financial advisor with TD Private Client Wealth LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at TD Bank N.A. and its affiliate TD Private Client Wealth LLC since 2020, and previously was with Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill from 2013 to 2020. TD Private Client Wealth LLC provides discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional and high-net-worth private clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning support, and custody through third-party providers. The firm uses a combination of proprietary and third-party investment managers and employs a discretionary trading model with a percentage-of-assets-under-management fee structure.

Daniel McDermott is a CFP® and ChFC® with 38 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc., where he has worked since 2018, following prior experience at McDermott Advisory Group, LLC and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. He is also a Notary Public of Delaware. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofits. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach with globally diversified portfolios and offers a range of investment and planning solutions.

Jonathan Kosmata is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked in various roles within Truist Investment Services and SunTrust entities since 2015. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm combines discretionary manager relationships and non-discretionary consulting, supported by AI-enabled research tools and inter-affiliate integration within the Truist enterprise.

Lidia Granger is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Venice, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank from 2015 to 2019 before joining Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank in 2019. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account programs and features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services, operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank.