Jillian Walker is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2012, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Timothy Jennings is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 13 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill. He is based in Durham, NC. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and offers model portfolios utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

John Thomas is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. He has been with Fidelity since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Guidance Support Specialist, and Workplace Planning & Guidance Consultant. His 15 years of experience at Fidelity encompass helping clients navigate complex financial decisions through personalized planning and ongoing guidance. John's approach focuses on providing a high standard of service by leveraging Fidelity's extensive capabilities to assist individuals and families in aligning their financial decisions with their goals and priorities. His experience spans multiple facets of financial consulting within Fidelity, reflecting a deep understanding of client needs and financial planning strategies.

John Lawrence is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018 and previously held roles at IHS Markit and Scottrade. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and offers a range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs, serving institutional clients with tailored solutions.

Jason Parker is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Chapel Hill, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and currently works at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Tyler Dean is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Cary, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he briefly operated a car rental business, Royal Roadsters LLC, which was closed in early 2024. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Katerina Brynda is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Cary, NC, holding a Series 66 designation. She has recently entered the industry, with prior work experience at Edward Jones and multiple roles ranging from education to athletic hospitality. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm serves a broad client base including charitable funds and registered investment companies, and is noted for its use of systematic methodologies and formal advisory roles to multiple funds.

Matthew Cronlund is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is part of The Bell, Bell & Cronlund Group, where he focuses on portfolio analytics and assisting clients with wealth management strategies to help increase the probability of achieving their financial goals. Matthew joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2010 and Bank of America in 1997. He has spent the majority of his career in banking and investments. Matthew holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., as well as the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his bachelor's degree in business administration from Wake Forest University, specializing in East Asian languages and cultures. Outside of his professional work, Matthew serves on the Harrington Grove Community Association Board of Directors and manages a youth soccer team for NCFC. He enjoys reading, playing soccer, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Drew Glassman is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2019. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2007, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Private Client Specialist, Retirement Investment Services, and 401k Specialist. His approach to client relationships is guided by the principles of compassion, education, and trust. He focuses on simplifying complex financial situations to help clients understand their investments and make informed decisions, aiming to build lasting financial success through trusted partnerships. Outside of his professional role, Drew has personal interests that include food, football, golf, movies, and traveling.

Avion Jenkins is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Durham, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Mariner Finance and has experience in various roles outside finance, including at Liberty University and Southern Sugar Bakery. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves a diverse client base, including charitable funds and registered investment companies, and is noted for its use of systematic methodologies and formal advisory roles with multiple registered investment entities.

Henry Clark is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at National General Insurance Company and various positions connected to Appalachian State University. Henry has also been employed at Raleigh Founded/HQ Raleigh and Chick-Fil-A. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm’s investment process combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios made up of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs that align with long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Michael Patterson is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has nearly 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, with a background in both brokerage and banking sectors. Michael focuses on research and portfolio construction and analysis. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation and earned his High School Diploma from Broughton High School.

Nolan Havran is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity, a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked as a Customer Relationship Advocate at Fidelity in the same year. Nolan focuses on partnering with clients to understand their short and long-term financial goals and aims to develop customized financial plans to meet their unique needs. He emphasizes forming strong relationships with clients and their families, prioritizing trust, reliability, and competency in his work.

Jody White is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, and has two years of industry experience. Prior to returning to Edward Jones in 2025, Jody worked for Irby Stinson Realty and briefly for Locopops. Currently, Jody holds an inactive real estate broker license and participates in continuing education to maintain it. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base including individual, institutional, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and provides a range of investment strategies and affiliated financial services through a nationwide network of advisors.

Earl Snyder is a Benefits & Planning Consultant within Executive Services at Fidelity Investments. He has held various roles at Fidelity, beginning as a Workplace Planning Consultant I in 2022 and progressing through Workplace Planning Consultant II and III positions before assuming his current role in 2026. Throughout his career, Earl focuses on building genuine relationships to co-create personalized financial strategies that align with his clients' goals and values. He emphasizes consistent support and clear communication in his client interactions. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Earl engages in activities such as football, hiking, traveling, and volunteering.

Lyndsay Larkin is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 designations and four years of industry experience. She has held positions at Fidelity Investments since 2021 and previously worked at UnityPoint Health, CarePartners, and Whole Foods. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios consisting of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Robert Appleton is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held positions at Target, Fluent Solar, DoorDash, and several other companies across various industries. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and oversee multiple registered investment companies.

Kevin Lunsford is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC since 2012. He holds a Series 66 license and has worked exclusively at Edward Jones during the past 14 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and provides various managed strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Michael Buckner is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Chapel Hill, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Eileen Ohannesian is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC since 2017 and at Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and employs over 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.