Thomas Handy is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliates since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Handy serves as a swimming instructor and triathlon coach at the YMCA of Greater Charlotte, where he has been involved since 2005. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of financial planning and investment services, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to deliver tailored recommendations.

Jonathan Friend is a CFP® professional with 21 years of experience in the financial advisory industry. He has worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2004, including his current role with Vanguard Advisers since 2019. Prior to that, he was employed at Four Peaks Brokerage from 2017 to 2023. 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, managing portfolios primarily with Vanguard funds and ETFs and offering a range of customization options.

Cole Eldridge is an advisor at Vanguard Advisers with a Series 66 designation and has been in the industry for less than one year. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, his work background includes roles at The Vanguard Group, Consolidated Planning, Dicks Sporting Goods, and various educational institutions. 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 portfolio construction, utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs with features such as tax-aware strategies and customization options.

Thomas Newbrey is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 36 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He operates a business entity, TRN Asset Management, which is tax-related and not investment focused. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of financial planning and advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolio options, and retirement plan consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Marina Smith is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and three years of industry experience. She has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2022. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to asset allocation, primarily investing in Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through its digital delivery platform.

Lisa Marino is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at BOFA Securities, Inc. since 2023, following prior roles at The Vanguard Group, Inc. from 2016 to 2023 and a position at Grand Canyon University from 2017 to 2019. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers.

Thomas Hallmark is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers since 2015. He has been with The Vanguard Group and its related entities since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, Hallmark is the owner of Prismatic Property Group, LLC, where he acts as a landlord. 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 and manages portfolios primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs with features such as tax-aware strategies and customizable investment options.

Garrison Stewart is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked with DigitalIntelligence Systems LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC. Stewart’s background also includes roles in education and other industries prior to joining Vanguard. 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 featuring proprietary methodologies and a focus on Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Robert Van Lanen Jr. is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard entities since 2017 in various roles, including Vanguard Advisers and Vanguard Marketing Corporation. Prior to that, he worked at Carmel Country Club for two years. Vanguard Advisers provides 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 using Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through its digital delivery and extensive advisor team.

Dillon Dunn is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at The Vanguard Group and has a varied background including positions at Ace Hardware and roles in education. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by Wells Fargo Investment Institute research and third-party analytics.

Garth Stefan is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Before joining Vanguard in 2021, he worked at T. Rowe Price from 2015 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tutoring through his own business, Stefan Solutions LLC, and as a contractor with Varsity Tutors and Wyzant. 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, primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs, and delivers services at scale through a combination of digital platforms and a large advisor team.

Heath Prior is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 19 years of industry experience. His career includes 13 years at Lincoln Financial Securities Corp prior to joining Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in 2022. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as president and owner of Prior Wealth Planning. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through independent Financial Professionals using a variety of portfolio management approaches and custody platforms.

Edwin Gresham is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. since 2012. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and provides a range of advisory programs and consulting services.

Lina Clarke is a financial advisor at Merrill in Charlotte, NC, with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, Deutsche Bank Securities, and Wells Fargo Clearing Services. Clarke has been with Merrill since 2019. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Sadleir is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers based in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Drive Wealth Advisers and Costco. He also serves as a limited agent for an immediate family member. Vanguard Advisers provides both 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 featuring proprietary asset allocation models and offers a range of customizable portfolio options constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Thomas Duke III is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and under two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and a variety of positions outside the financial sector, including at Topgolf and a restaurant business. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brandon Schlesinger is a Private Wealth Advisor with over 20 years of experience in financial services. He has been a key member of The Oberheide-Schlesinger Group since 2007, focusing on asset manager selection, due diligence, performance measurement, and overseeing operational and compliance matters for the team. Prior to joining Merrill Private Wealth Management, Brandon served as a Senior Vice President and Alternative Investments Director at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management. Brandon holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematical economics from DePaul University and maintains several FINRA licenses including Series 7, 66, 3, and 31. He has earned professional designations as a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America's Top Next Generation Wealth Advisors during his eligibility years and was included in Forbes Top Wealth Advisors in 2023. Additionally, Brandon and The Oberheide Group were named to Forbes Magazine's Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams for 2024. He has also been a featured speaker at Forbes' 30 Under 30 and Barron's Top Advisory Teams Summits.

Bryce Moritz is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in the Lake Norman office. He works closely with families to improve their financial plans and help them take advantage of opportunities that align with their unique ambitions. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, tax minimization, and legacy planning among others. Originally from Baltimore County, Maryland, Bryce graduated from Clemson University in 2021 with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and a minor in Business Administration. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Bryce's professional philosophy centers on uncovering what matters to each family to create a strategy that pursues their financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Bryce enjoys sports such as basketball, football, tennis, and golfing, as well as playing chess and watching movies.

Charles Ball is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Vanguard Advisers. He has been with The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2007. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create personalized asset allocations, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through its digital platform and advisory team.

Benjamin Parker is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2016, working in Charlotte, NC. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.