Carlos Lopez is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and National Securities Corp. Lopez is based in Miami, FL. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach using portfolios developed by internal and third-party strategists, and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in wrap programs.

Katherine Soderman is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 license and has worked at Merrill since 2022. Outside of advisory, she owns and directs DK International Associates Inc., a family business specializing in contract engineering and manufacturing, and serves as Vice President of Silecent Lighting Corporation, a manufacturer of LED lighting. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jorge Remotti is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including Wells Fargo Bank, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, and IFB Wealth Management. Outside of finance, he is the owner and partner of Remotti Entertainment Services, a business providing live music performance and event contracts. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC offers institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, providing asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Hope Turock is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Merrill. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a nationwide adviser network.

Geraldo Mendoza is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2022 and concurrently associated with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations. The firm operates within the broader J.P. Morgan broker-dealer and banking organization, offering a range of services delivered on a non-discretionary basis.

Alvaro Guerra is an International Wealth Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 20 years of experience at Merrill and an additional 12 years at Lloyds Bank, he has developed expertise in executive compensation, equity compensation services, international wealth management, managing new wealth, and portfolio management services. His approach centers on connecting all aspects of a client's financial life to prioritize and pursue their most important goals. Alvaro holds a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais in Brazil and completed courses in Economics for Engineers at Fundacao Dom Cabral. He also earned a Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom. Alvaro holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is fluent in English and Portuguese. Outside of his professional role, Alvaro enjoys cooking, music, soccer, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies. His client-focused philosophy emphasizes simplicity and transparency in wealth planning to help clients manage and achieve their personal financial objectives.

Robert Sileo is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 29 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2025. He previously spent 16 years at Western International Securities, Inc. Sileo also manages a non-variable insurance business alongside his advisory work. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisors.

Vincent Vella is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Lauderdale, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1983 and also works with Bank of America since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he maintains an active Florida real estate license. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Yancy Ranalli is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Miami, FL, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2016 and previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. for one year. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, using proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Amy Lopez is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a Wealth Advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Her prior roles include positions at Merrill, UBS Financial Services, and Ameriprise. Outside of her advisory work, she is a 50% owner of Moats Corporation, a retail business focused on new wellness products and patent filings. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Brian Mahoney is a CFP® with over 31 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Fort Lauderdale, FL. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and market modeling techniques.

Alfredo Rotemberg is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at various Morgan Stanley entities since 2007, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and research.

Angel Mendoza is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, CitiGroup Global Markets Inc, and Amerant Investments, Inc. Mendoza is currently based in Orlando, FL. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios. The firm is notable for its registration with the CFTC as a commodity pool operator and its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Kevin Forrest is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Miami, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2010, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of finance, he is involved in an automotive business focused on buying, repairing, and reselling vehicles. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and market simulations.

Christopher Upton is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Cedar Villas Home Owners Association and is involved with the Broward County School Board Audit Committee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs focused on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools.

Carlos Neira is a financial advisor with Merrill in Miramar, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2004. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Andrea Svercek is a financial advisor with Merrill in Miami, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2020, following a ten-year tenure at Bank of America from 2009 to 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she holds power of attorney for a private entity known as K S SEP. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Karen Semenick is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Richard Larin is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank SSB, Robert Half, Northwestern Mutual, and Tracfone Wireless Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he has involvement in real estate through ownership of a rental unit in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Charles Schwab 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with a multi-asset model portfolio approach, supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Bruce Davis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 42 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he has a partial ownership in B. Davis Ventures LLC, an investment-related entity holding raw land. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans 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 range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.