Avner Israel is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Vanguard and its affiliates since 2021. Prior to that, he was with First Command Advisory Services and First Command Financial Planning. Vanguard Advisers provides both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach that incorporates proprietary models and largely Vanguard fund-based portfolios. The firm manages a large scale of client relationships through a hybrid digital and advisor-supported platform.

Michael Pfeffer is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following four years at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial product offerings that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Raaj Gupta is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience, currently working at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and The Vanguard Group. He also participates in consulting surveys for Alpha Sights. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create personalized portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, managing a large client base through an extensive team of advisors combined with digital tools.

Nikhil Nayar is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at LPL Financial and multiple Vanguard entities. Prior to entering finance, he worked in transportation and education-related positions and was affiliated with Tennis Is Fun Academy. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and retirement plan participants, using goal-based, algorithm-driven strategies with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisor teams.

Ryan Myles is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and based in Charlotte, NC. He has been with Vanguard Advisers and affiliated Vanguard entities since 2025. Outside of his advisory role, his background includes involvement with organizations such as Local On The Water and Crooked Floor Tavern. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to create personalized portfolios primarily made up of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Cody Eggers is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard-affiliated firms since 2017 and previously worked at Wheeling Jesuit University from 2013 to 2017. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to construct portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering various customization options and managing a large client base through digital delivery and team servicing.

David Brown is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services since 1999 and Peoples Bank/Peoples Investment Services since 2015. Brown also serves on the Planning Board for the City of Conover, North Carolina, and acts as trustee and executor for his late father’s estate, including managing the sale of Wilkes Broadcasting Company, a family-owned radio station. 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 institutions. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical tools, and offers specialized programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory and municipal advisory services.

James Burney is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2016. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Charlotte, NC. Burney’s career has been focused within The Vanguard Group, Inc. Vanguard Advisers delivers both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through its digital platform and team service model.

Nicholas Tracy is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and six years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Vanguard Advisers, Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, Royal Alliance Associates, and Goodwin Insurance Agency. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with personalized asset allocations and portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Samitha Kukkillaya is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. Her professional background includes roles at The Vanguard Group, TIAA, and previous self-employment. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages a large client base through its digital platform and team servicing model.

Amber Robinson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Huntersville, NC, holding CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of advisory work, she is a co-owner of RGAA, LLC, which supports her practice operations. Ameriprise serves individuals approaching or in retirement, primarily those with at least $1 million in net investable assets, offering a retirement-income planning service that combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written recommendation reports. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Ryan Rubin is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2016. He is based in Huntersville, NC, and holds a Series 66 license. Outside of his advisory role, Rubin is a part owner of an e-commerce business focused on wholesale product research and sales on Amazon. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of investment strategies and affiliated financial services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large nationwide network of advisors and branches.

Sm Omi is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. Their background includes roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, Inc., and Bank Asia Ltd. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create personalized portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, employing tax-aware strategies and offering various customization options.

Noah Allmaras is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Edward Jones since 2022. Prior to Edward Jones, he worked at E*TRADE Capital Management LLC and E*TRADE Securities LLC, as well as The Vanguard Group Inc. and PNC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Douglas Jones is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license with 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and affiliated entities since 2009 and currently operates Optio Wealth Management LLC, an independent financial practice based in Huntersville, NC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services, using proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations. The firm integrates advisory services with various financial products and referral channels.

Angelo Patterson is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked with various Vanguard entities since 2021 and previously held positions in healthcare and financial services. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and constructs portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options.

Brooke Wirtheim is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various Vanguard entities since 2025. Prior to her advisory role, her background includes positions at H&R Block, Eaton Corporation, and Inspire Wealth Management and Consulting. Vanguard Advisers delivers both automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach that incorporates proprietary models and a broad selection of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through a digital platform supported by a team of more than 2,200 advisors.

Michael Rothstein is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, he worked at Truist Advisory Services and RSM US Wealth Management LLC. Vanguard Advisers delivers automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Personal Advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models and primarily constructs portfolios from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Donald Feagans is a CFP® professional with over 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He has been with Vanguard since 2004, including roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc., and has additional work experience at Amazon. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach using proprietary models to set personalized asset allocations, with portfolios built mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs and offering a range of customization options.

Laura Wetzel is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has been with The Vanguard Group since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she is listed as a custodian for a UTMA account for her daughter. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and emphasizing digital delivery at scale.