Clark Gilliland is a financial advisor at Merrill in Phoenix, AZ, with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with a business called Not My First Rodeo. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Jeffrey Williams is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in supporting retirees and small business owners with their financial goals. He has been registered in the financial services industry since 1986 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2004. His areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and retirement income. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance from Michigan State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy. He has earned multiple professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Prior to his financial services career, he had 14 years of experience in commercial banking. In his personal life, Jeff lives in Lake Orion, Michigan with his wife Christine and is involved in community activities such as the Greater Flint Sunrise Rotary and coaching youth baseball, basketball, and flag football with the Lake Orion Dragons. He enjoys traveling, following major sports, and looks forward to improving his golf game and exploring new vacation destinations.

Kenneth Grossnickle is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial services in 1996 and joined Merrill Lynch in 1997. Ken focuses on strategic planning and implementing financial strategies for affluent families, individuals, and business owners, particularly in areas such as family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, and managing new wealth. Ken holds several professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor (ADPA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from the Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona. Ken has been involved with the Parent Advisory Board at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Outside of his professional work, Ken participates in volunteer activities in Phoenix, supporting organizations such as Phoenix Children's Hospital and The Society of St. Vincent de Paul. His personal interests include football, hiking, music, and skiing.

Tyler Peters is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Chandler, AZ, bringing seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018, following prior roles at Utah State University and Verizon Wireless. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Mario Barraza is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2018 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021. Prior to his financial services career, he worked at Verizon from 2014 to 2018. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Gillian Goldberg is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her professional background includes roles at Merrill since 2020 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm’s platform integrates with Bank of America’s broader services, including lending and custody, allowing access to a wide variety of investment products.

Brayden Hodson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2018 and Wells Fargo from 2016 to 2018. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Zackary Marquez is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with three years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His work history includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, Renaissance Financial Corp, and Minnesota Life Insurance Co. Outside of his advisory work, he is also active as a licensed insurance agent selling fixed insurance products and works as a Realtor with Remax Coastal Homes. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and advisory services delivered through a multi-manager platform with various program structures and access to third-party money managers.

Gigi Schneppat is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and Professional Wealth Strategies for 15 years. Schneppat is also the owner of Diamonds and Platinum, an S corporation used for tax reporting purposes. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors.

Manuel Laguer is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 27 years of industry experience. He has worked concurrently at Charles Schwab and the University of New York at Buffalo since 1998. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a centralized operational structure and a comprehensive alternative-investment platform.

Steven Steinbruegge is a financial advisor at Cetera with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at firms including Renaissance Financial and Minnesota Life Insurance Company. He is also involved in entrepreneurial activities as an owner and member of several LLCs outside of his advisory role. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of investment program options and manages over $256 billion in assets through a network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Miguel Duenas Alcala is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65, 63, and 66 licenses and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Merrill, and Bank of America. Outside of finance, he is involved with a family-owned painting business as a board member and operates a general contracting company focused on renovation and remodeling projects. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a quantitative asset-allocation and manager research process, incorporating ESG criteria and delivered on a non-discretionary basis.

Aidan Mosher is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. His prior experience includes roles at Equitable Advisors, Desert Financial Credit Union, and involvement with Outlier Ai and Brazos Innovation Partners. Outside of advisory work, he serves as an investment consultant with Desert Financial Wealth Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, supported by extensive research, asset-allocation analysis, and a broad affiliate network.

Scott Macdonald is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Phoenix, AZ, where he has worked for 15 years. He has 18 years of industry experience. Macdonald serves on the boards of The V Foundation for Cancer Research and Catholic Charities, contributing to fundraising efforts for cancer research and community aid. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings. The firm employs proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Andrew Crooks is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, Arizona, holding a Series 66 designation and ten years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones for his entire advisory career, starting in 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and provides a range of investment strategies and affiliated products, operating under a fiduciary standard with a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Bradford Muir is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Lewis Merrill is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Mesa, AZ, with 18 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. He has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in farm maintenance and repairs as a member of Shoofly Farm Virginia LLC. 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 and investment strategies, managing over $1 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Craig Carter is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2009 and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2011. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management options. The firm operates at scale with a comprehensive, integrated structure combining advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Christina Ammon is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and totaling 29 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include a 25-year tenure at Merrill followed by positions at USAA Investment Services and Apex. She has maintained an insurance agent license since 1983, although she has not conducted sales or been affiliated with an insurance company for approximately three decades. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and managed-account services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, combining multi-asset model portfolios with alternative investment due diligence and integrated custody and brokerage capabilities.

Christopher Lapaglia is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.