Ryan Mclain is a financial advisor with M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 22 years of industry experience. Prior to his current role since 2023, he worked at Fifth Third Securities and FIFTH THIRD BANK from 2019 to 2023, and at AxA Advisors from 2003 to 2019. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as President Elect and board member for LeeLac, Inc., a nonprofit youth lacrosse organization. M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. serves individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities through a nationwide network of independent firms and advisors. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, retirement plan consulting, financial planning, and insurance advisory services.

Scott Butler is a CFP® professional with 41 years of industry experience, currently serving at StoneX Advisors Inc. since 2015. His prior roles include positions at StoneX Securities Inc. and Wrp Investments, Inc. Butler also maintains a sole proprietorship focused on insurance sales. StoneX Advisors Inc. provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, utilizing a variety of model-based solutions and third-party money managers to implement strategies.

Rafael Casillas is a financial advisor at Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has two years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and Mass Mutual Financial Group, as well as running an accounting and consulting firm. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in non-investment activities such as operating an office furniture store and providing accounting and tax planning services through Vertex Business Consulting LLC. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory services to individuals, corporations, and qualified retirement plans, offering financial planning and managed account programs through a platform relationship with Envestnet. The firm works alongside broker-dealer and insurance businesses within the Mutual of Omaha group, with advisors often licensed in multiple capacities to implement client recommendations.

James Wesolowski is a financial advisor with Archer Investment Corporation in Cape Coral, FL, holding the PFS™ credential and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 19 years of industry experience and has previously worked at H.D. Vest Investment Services and H.D. Vest Advisory Services. Wesolowski is also the owner of J Wesolowski Financial LLC, an independent insurance agency, and serves as president of James M. Wesolowski, CPA, P.A., a tax preparation and accounting firm. Archer Investment Corporation provides investment management primarily to individual clients across a range of net worth levels through separately managed accounts and proprietary mutual funds. The firm utilizes a multi-branch, independent-contractor model and manages approximately $1.01 billion in discretionary assets with investment approaches that include diversified allocations across equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, and options.

Christian Stearns is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Cooper McManus. He has held prior roles at Cambridge Investment Research and First Command Advisory Services. Stearns is also involved in nonprofit activities, including serving as president and board member of a NARFE chapter and as treasurer and board member of the Bahá'ís of Cape Coral. Cooper McManus provides financial planning and portfolio management services to individuals, trusts, corporations, and retirement plans, using a fundamentally driven investment process with a diverse range of instruments and model portfolios tailored to client objectives.

Alex Horvath is a financial advisor with Calton & Associates, Inc. holding a Series 65 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Calton, he worked in various roles including entrepreneurial and content creation positions. Calton & Associates serves individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and other retail clients by providing portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm offers various program structures and investment approaches, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, with services that combine advisory fees and commission-based product sales.

Cynthia Helms is a financial advisor with Synovus Securities, Inc. in Fort Myers, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Synovus Securities since 1999. Synovus Securities serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering investment advisory and brokerage services including managed accounts, financial planning, and access to alternative investments. The firm utilizes a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management programs and applies due-diligence processes for manager selection.

Justin Mcguffey is a financial advisor at Portfolio Medics, LLC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Horter Financial Strategies, Horter Investment Management, Zillow Group, Touchstone Securities, and IFS Financial Services. Outside of advisory work, he is also an insurance agent involved in insurance and annuity sales. Portfolio Medics is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $552.7 million for about 3,700 clients through a team of 75 advisors. The firm serves both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth individuals, offering investment management, financial planning, and consulting services using a mix of strategic and tactical approaches, including proprietary trading signals and a blend of passive and active strategies.

Catherine Francis is an Investment Adviser Representative at Principal Advised Services with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Raymond James & Associates and Morgan Stanley. She serves on the Brooks School Alumni Board, supporting alumni relations and organizing career and networking events. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients through a combination of non-discretionary recommendations and discretionary investment management. As part of the Principal Financial Group family, the firm integrates proprietary tools and affiliated products with governance and supervision to support its advisory services.

Trent Speckman is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 37 years of industry experience. He is currently with Portfolio Medics, LLC and has previously worked at firms including Regal Investment Advisors, Center Street Advisors Inc, and Ohio National Life Insurance Company. Speckman also serves as president of Speckman Financial Group, where he is involved in insurance sales and business administration. Portfolio Medics is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $552.7 million for around 3,700 clients through a team of 75 advisors. The firm serves both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth individuals, offering investment management, financial planning, and consulting services with a combination of strategic and tactical investment approaches.

Donald Retallick III is a financial advisor with Gibbs Wealth Management, LLC in Fort Myers, FL. He holds a Series 65 designation and has four years of industry experience, with prior roles at Visionary Wealth Management, LLC and Retallick Financial Group, Inc. He is also actively involved as an insurance agent at Retallick Financial Group, where he spends approximately 85% of his time. Gibbs Wealth Management provides discretionary investment advisory services primarily through advisor-directed model portfolios offered via third-party platforms and strategists. The firm focuses on aligning client financial situations, goals, and risk tolerance with these model portfolios rather than managing individual securities.

Jason Collins is a financial advisor at Portfolio Medics, LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Portfolio Medics since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Collins is a musician involved with Floyd Nation, LLC and other musical entities, and he is the founder of Dominating Social Growth LLC, a marketing and automation collective focused on AI-powered strategies. Portfolio Medics is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $552.7 million for about 3,700 clients through a team of 75 advisors. The firm serves both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth individuals, offering investment management, financial planning, and consulting services using a mix of strategic and tactical approaches.

Carson Pearlman is a financial advisor at Everhart Advisors in Fort Myers, FL, holding a Series 65 designation with five years of industry experience. His prior roles include work at Case Pearlman Retirement Plan Advisors, Fedex, Ecoshield Pest Control, Hurley, and Jacksonville University. Everhart Advisors provides investment advisory and consulting services to retirement plan sponsors as well as wealth management and financial planning to individuals, trusts, and other entities. The firm follows a long-term, buy-and-hold investment philosophy and integrates accounting and tax services alongside its fiduciary and portfolio management offerings.

Antonio Fernandez Salvador is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Lincoln Investment, Legend Equities Corporation, and MSI Financial Services, Inc. He has been with Capital Analysts since 2025 and concurrently worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017. Capital Analysts serves a diverse clientele, including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, foundations, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management, custom and model portfolios, access to third-party managers, and retirement-plan advice through a nationwide network of independent advisors and in-house investment management.

Dennis Pearlman is a financial advisor at Everhart Advisors with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 credential and previously worked for Case Pearlman Retirement Plan Advisors, LLC for 10 years before joining Everhart Advisors in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee officer on the City of Fort Myers General Employees' Pension Plan Board and provides non-securities related professional development and political consulting through Winning Dynamics, LLC. Everhart Advisors offers investment advisory and consulting services to retirement plan sponsors as well as wealth management and financial planning for individuals, trusts, and other entities. The firm follows a long-term, buy-and-hold investment philosophy and integrates tax and accounting services through affiliations with CPAs, providing tailored portfolio management and periodic client education.

Jerry Sylvester Jr. is a financial advisor at Foundations Investment Advisors LLC with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several firms, including Oxford Wealth Group and Walser Wealth Management. He is also an independent insurance agent specializing in life, accident, health, and annuities insurance. Foundations Investment Advisors is a registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and registered investment companies through a broad network of affiliated offices. The firm offers tailored financial planning and portfolio management using a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, and incorporates sub-advisory arrangements and third-party custodians in its investment approach.

Rodney Kleiver is a financial advisor with B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 credential and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked with B. Riley Wealth Advisors since 2014 and previously with National Securities Corporation and Gilman Ciocia, Inc. Kleiver is also involved in tax planning through B. Riley Wealth Tax Services. B. Riley Wealth Advisors provides investment advice and portfolio management to a range of clients including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm uses various investment programs and platforms to manage approximately $4.21 billion in client assets through a team of nearly 173 advisors.

Robert Mathers is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He holds the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. Mathers has worked at Valmark Securities, Inc. since 2010 and has held roles at vonBriesen & Roper, s.c. and Quarles & Brady, where he currently provides legal and tax services. He serves as a board member of the Collier County Community Foundation. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm offers diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, along with a range of proprietary platforms and sub-advisory services.

Darrans Desire is a financial advisor at Regal Investment Advisors LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at several firms, including AM Benefit Services and Kinetic Investment Management, Inc. He also operates BettrLife Financial Services LLC, providing financial and insurance services. Regal Investment Advisors, operating as LionShare, offers sub-advisory services focused on model portfolio implementation and discretionary investment management to unaffiliated advisers and their high-net-worth and corporate clients. The firm manages approximately $2.88 billion across proprietary and third-party strategies and handles trade execution, rebalancing, and overlay management within a sub-advisory framework.

Daniel Shannon is a financial advisor with M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 24 years of industry experience and has been with M Holdings and Meridian Financial Group, LLC since 2016. Outside of advising, he owns Meridian Business Consultants, LLC, providing business consulting services, and serves as president of the Cypress Office Park Condo Association. M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporations through a nationwide network of independent firms and professionals. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, combining portfolio management and oversight of third-party sub-advisors with platform and custodial support.