Susan Wilkinson is a CFP® with 30 years of experience in financial advising. She is currently with Cetera and previously worked at Private Advisor Group and LPL Financial. She founded Wilkinson Wealth Management, where she manages the business and client accounts. Wilkinson serves as an elected board member for Creative Works Farm and PACEM, contributing to their governance and fundraising efforts. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Brad Lovingood is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2023, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. for over eight years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Lucas Higgins is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Rosin & Associates and T.C.C. Management. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advice grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s services include investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in their investment menus.

James Clark is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2014 in Charlottesville, VA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Lauren Kaminski is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with three years of industry experience. Before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2022, she worked at Publicis Sapient, Accenture Federal Services, and Phase One Consulting. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Melanie Crawford is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Merrill for 19 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory solutions. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with an investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options alongside traditional products.

Dustin Ciraco is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Private Advisor Group, LPL Financial, and Wilkinson Wealth Management. Ciraco has worked in financial advisory roles both in firm settings and through LLC entities established for tax and investment purposes. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary account options.

John Mitchell is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlottesville, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wachovia Bank, N.A. since 2010. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with options for discretionary management and a broader range of financial products than typical institutional advisers.

Christian Comberg is a financial advisor at Stifel with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2018. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, which supports asset allocation and planning analyses to inform client decisions.

William Wolfe II is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 30 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wolfe contributed as an author to a chapter in the book *Success Today - Leading Entrepreneurs & Professionals Share Their Secrets for Health Wealth & Happiness Today!*. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Edward Dudley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlottesville, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 48 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for family trusts. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Tracey Collins is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Truist Investment Services and BB&T in various advisory capacities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers tailored, primarily non-discretionary advisory services and maintains a notable focus on municipal and public finance through its affiliation with Raymond James’ Public Financing department.

Mitchell Moore is a financial professional with one year of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Charlottesville, VA. Moore is the owner of Wilkinson Wealth Management, LLC and is also in charge of Comprehensive Income Strategies, both financial services businesses. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services via multiple program structures and manager platforms.

Wallace Barrett Johnson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer and vice president of Clarinity, Inc., and is president of a condominium association board. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, using a centralized consulting team to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm offers a wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Cassandra Urbano is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2008. Prior to and concurrent with her role at Merrill, she has also been affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a broad client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies integrated within Bank of America’s corporate platform.

Jack Wood is a CFP® and Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 23 years of industry experience, currently with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Charlottesville, VA. His prior experience includes roles at Foreside Fund Services, Merit Hill Capital, and Bluerock Capital Markets. He serves as a board member of The Miller School of Albemarle, a private educational institution. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management services supported by centralized custody and comprehensive operational infrastructure.

James Dickman is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor at Stifel with 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee of Grace Community Church in Charlottesville, VA. Stifel serves a broad client base including individuals, institutional investors, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Patricia Woodie is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a prior role at Wells Fargo Advisors. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Nicholas Palmer is the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, where he focuses on helping clients achieve their financial goals through personalized wealth management strategies. He provides access to Merrill's investment insights and Bank of America's banking and lending solutions, tailoring flexible strategies to meet the changing market conditions and individual client needs. Nicholas specializes in areas such as executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, retirement planning, tax minimization, and portfolio management. He emphasizes clear communication and education, ensuring clients understand their investments and how they align with their goals. With certifications including Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), he holds a bachelor's degree from Hampden-Sydney College and a master's degree from the College of William & Mary. Beyond his professional role, Nicholas is involved in his community, serving on the board of the Henrico Humane Society and participating with Make A Wish. He also enjoys activities such as football, golfing, racquetball, scuba diving, soccer, and traveling.

Billie Brittle is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Charlottesville, VA, holding a Series 66 license with six years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates a personal farm in Weyers Cave, Virginia. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process and offers a broad range of investment and financial products.