Keith Jackson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Wells Fargo Clearing Services and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank. Outside of traditional advisory roles, he was involved with TAK30V3RMUSIC from 2020 to 2024. J.P. Morgan Securities primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, providing investment consulting and advisory services through a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies and operates within the larger J.P. Morgan banking and broker-dealer organization.

Drew Steffens is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 1994. He specializes in building long-term relationships with high net worth families and focuses on restricted and concentrated stock strategies, investment manager due diligence, and asset allocation modeling. Drew's client services include Corporate Executive Services, Family Wealth Management Strategies, Legacy Planning, Liquidity Management, Managing New Wealth, and Portfolio Management Services. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from Dartmouth College and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Over his career, Drew has been recognized with multiple industry honors, including being named to the Barron's Top 1000 and Top 1200 Advisor lists during the early 2010s, as well as repeated appearances on the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors and Wealth Management Teams lists throughout the 2020s. Drew has contributed to the community through his service on various boards, including the Montessori School of Raleigh Board of Trustees from 2001 to 2005, the North Carolina Symphony Foundation Board from 1998 to 2004, the North Ridge Country Club Board of Governors from 2017 to 2019, and the Old Chatham Board of Directors beginning in 2025. He resides in Raleigh with his wife and four children, and in his personal time he enjoys drawing/sketching, golfing, reading, and spending time with his family.

Johnaustin Chapman is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Chapel Hill, NC, where he has worked since 2013. He has 12 years of industry experience and is a founding partner of Chapman & One, a market research firm that provides insights on competition, pricing, and opportunities for start-up clients. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products through a nationwide network of advisors.

Dustin Hall is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Cary, NC. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2005, with a brief period at Cetera Wealth Services from 2005 to 2008. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation services through Hall & Burns Tax Management, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including access to third-party asset managers and institutional platforms.

Rodney Hooks Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Durham, NC, holding a Series 66 license and having 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Matthew Savidge is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Mid America Apartments and Greystar prior to joining Ameriprise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides ongoing tax-aware withdrawal strategies and personalized recommendation reports.

Geoffrey Bell is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2005, where he works with executives and families to manage wealth, focusing on complex multi-generational needs. His role involves wealth forecasting, portfolio management, analytics, and performance reviews. Geoffrey also assists clients with developing restricted-stock award strategies, including Rule 10b5-1 programs and other Rule 144 issues, as well as facilitating family meetings concerning intergenerational wealth transfers. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Geoffrey earned bachelor's degrees in economics and management and society from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He currently serves as corporate secretary for the Research Triangle Chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors. Outside of his professional career, Geoffrey enjoys outdoor activities including soccer, mountain biking, golf, skiing, and skydiving. He lives in Cary, North Carolina, with his wife and their four children.

Elizabeth Scott is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked for Modern Woodmen of America and MWA Financial Services, each for four years. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Stephens is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with clients to develop personalized wealth management strategies that connect all aspects of their financial lives, helping them prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. William holds professional designations such as Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from East Carolina University. Outside of his professional pursuits, William enjoys adventure sports, fishing, football, hunting, pickleball, surfing, and spending time with his family.

Timothy Nash is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Raleigh, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has recently started his career in the financial industry, joining Equitable Advisors in 2026. Prior to his current role, he held positions at Prospera Financial Services and was affiliated with High Point University and Aquatic Management Group in various capacities. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers to deliver tailored investment solutions across mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

David Gilner is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2004 and previously worked at WS Griffith Securities, Inc. from 2000 to 2004. Gilner holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supporting a wide range of investment strategies with operational tools for advisors.

Hudson Wilson is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments based in Durham, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at MML Investors Services, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Northwestern Mutual. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Donna Alston is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at Jazz Pharmaceuticals and Biogen. Outside of her advisory role, she manages a rental property leased to a family member, overseeing homeowners association matters. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies. The firm is notable for its extensive network of advisors and branches, as well as its affiliated services such as a trust company and proprietary mutual funds.

David Vaikness is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CitiGroup, Wells Fargo, and First Horizon Advisors. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Ryan Mcdonald is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2022. Prior to his current role, his work experience includes positions in retail and food service industries. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, AI-enhanced research, and its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Glenn Grimsley is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Fidelity and its affiliates since 2007. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios and deliver model portfolios to intermediary platforms.

Zachary Hauser is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Merrill, Bank of America, Elon University, Cape Fear Community College, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Outside of financial services, he has experience with Kustom Koozies, a business he was involved with for three years. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mary Akin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process utilizing firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Patrick Flores is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as at Citigroup Global Markets and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. earlier in his career. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Ameen Jaroush is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Fidelity in Durham, NC, and has four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Wells Fargo, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad range of clients, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a blend of proprietary research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.