Syreeta Kitchen Dukes is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. She has worked at Vanguard since 2007 in various capacities and is also involved in coaching at Independence High School in Charlotte, NC. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Desirae's Desserts and acts as a travel agent for G Virt So, Inc. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, using a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a high volume of clients through its digital delivery platform and a team servicing model.

Lauren Hall is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS since 2021. Prior to joining UBS, she held roles at BAE Systems, Central Boarding Academy, and Oshkosh Corporation. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and operates as a broker-dealer, investment adviser, and futures commission merchant.

William Thomas is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Linden Thomas & Company Securities, and The Vanguard Group. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm applies proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor investment plans aligned with clients' goals and risk tolerances.

Charles Girling is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, his experience includes roles at National Life Group, Wells Fargo, Northwestern Mutual, and Stone Press Financial Group. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and retirement plan participants, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a high volume of client relationships through its digital platform and a large team of advisors.

Edwin Garcia is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2022. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Roman Moriarty is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently associated with LPL Financial in Charlotte, NC. His background includes roles at Ameriprise, UBS Financial Services, and The Vanguard Group. Outside of finance, he operates a small business selling car stickers and works as a model. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across various asset classes.

Garrett Wilson is a CFP® with three years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. He has worked at Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2023 and also operates Wilson Financial Group, LLC. Prior to entering financial services, he held positions at Heister Wholesale Parts and worked in education at Campbell University and Gaston Christian School. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through thousands of financial professionals. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account management, access to third-party advisers, and proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Timothy Taylor is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank NA for ten years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing. 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 IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial product offerings, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Matthew O’Brien is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC, with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group since 2018. Prior to that, he held a variety of roles including positions at The North Face and the Carolina Panthers. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Vanguard Personal Advisor services, primarily serving retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm’s investment approach is goal-based and algorithm-driven, utilizing proprietary models to create personalized portfolios mainly composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Chase Greeson is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on enhancing and managing client relationships within the Financial Consultants' team. He works to effectively communicate with clients to address their concerns and complex issues, ensuring they receive priority attention and support. Chase has experience in several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager and Customer Relationship Advocate, positions he held prior to his current role. Before joining Fidelity, he gained experience as a Payroll Intern at Pendo.io. In his personal time, Chase has interests that include beach activities, fitness, food, golf, soccer, and traveling.

Ryan Dukes is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Charlotte, NC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has a background that includes five years at Wells Fargo and six years at Ernst & Young before joining Edward Jones in 2026. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and maintains a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

George Evdemon is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC. He has been with The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 1998. 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 investment approach using proprietary models and primarily invests in Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Hailey Grooms is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at The Vanguard Group for 15 years before joining Equitable Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs, leveraging both in-house and third-party advisory platforms.

Ricardo Desoto II is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2013 and 2015, respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member of a nonprofit focused on youth and athletics. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analyses.

Alexanderia Moore is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Charlotte, NC, bringing three years of industry experience. She has a long tenure at Bank of America since 2003 and previous roles in education at Western Carolina University and Henry Ford Community College. She has created a business entity named Great Moorening LLC, though it is currently inactive and unrelated to her investment work. 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, and institutional accounts.

Yvette Mills is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has previously worked at TIAA-CREF and Procurement & Contract Services Solutions (PCSS). Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member of the Jamaican American Cultural Association and acts as a financial officer for PCSS. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across various platforms.

David Weaver is a CFA® charterholder and Series 63 licensee with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and has prior experience with marine services and boat sales firms. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and third-party asset management, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Madison Rosenberg is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Madison worked at Family Motors Too Inc and Fidelity Investments, and has served as a board member for the University of Tennessee Charlotte Alumni Chapter. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory services to individuals and institutional clients, offering financial planning and estate planning strategies supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers a range of investment programs through its extensive network of advisors.

Mai Lee is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 23 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025, Mai worked at LPL Financial for seven years and held positions at BB&T Investments and BB&T Securities. 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 IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Miosha York is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their specific goals and needs. She works within a team dedicated to supporting clients and addressing their unique financial situations. Prior to her current role, Miosha served as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024. She holds a California Insurance License.