Gelsomina Lipscomb is a Certified Financial Planner™ with 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise Financial Services since 2019 and previously held roles at Wealth Advisors of Tampa Bay, LPL Financial, and Florida Investment Advisors. Lipscomb serves on the Board of Directors and Finance Committee at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients approaching or in retirement.

John Putnam is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 57 years of industry experience. He is also the CEO and officer of F L Putnam Securities Inc, a non-traded holding company where he assists in operational planning. Additionally, he owns a business called Putnam 411, providing long-range planning and advice to businesses and individuals, including ESOP consulting using Raymond James resources. 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, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to help clients achieve their goals and supports these through various advisory programs and institutional consulting.

Mark Salem is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at E*TRADE Securities LLC and Hertz, as well as time spent at Florida Gulf Coast University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery processes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and corporate-linked financial planning services.

John Zangari is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Ameriprise since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he owns an investment holding company established for estate planning purposes for his family. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm provides a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized retirement recommendations.

Aaron Lyon is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and has previous experience at Addessi Financial Partners, Commonwealth Financial Network, and Wells Fargo. Outside of advising, Aaron spends part of his time on tax preparation services at Addessi Financial Partners. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers.

Christopher Brooker is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones in Tampa, FL since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Kevin Griffith is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, Cigna, and time spent traveling. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Johanny Pressley is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2016. Pressley is also associated with Florida Central Credit Union in Tampa, where she serves as a financial advisor. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting services to individual, high-net-worth, corporate, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm uses tailored risk profiling and analytical tools to support its clients' goals and offers advisory programs alongside institutional consulting and portfolio management.

Kelly Anderson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at E*TRADE Securities, E*TRADE Capital Management, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, Anderson owns an internet-based retail company specializing in wood crafting supplies. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery processes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers planning services both directly and through corporate agreements.

Elena Richardson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Her work history includes multiple roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, UBS Financial Services Inc., Charles Schwab Bank, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Nicholas Stavrakis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. He has worked at multiple firms including Northwestern Mutual and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser offering investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, delivering tailored recommendations through meetings and written summaries.

Joseph Mele is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Palm Harbor, FL, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials with four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions within Equitable Advisors and work at Brightview, as well as a concurrent affiliation involving outside insurance appointments. Equitable Advisors serves a range of clients including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and partnerships with third-party managers.

Jade Yang is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she partners with clients to develop customized financial plans tailored to their unique needs, maintaining open communication and focusing on both short and long-term financial goals. Prior to her current role, Jade gained experience as a Financial Solution Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2020 and as a Financial Advisor at Integral Financial from 2016 to 2019. These positions have contributed to her expertise in financial planning and client relationship management.

Stavros Moforis is a financial advisor with OSAIC who holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has 14 years of experience in the industry. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial, Sentinel Financial, and LifeCraft. Outside of financial services, he volunteers as a junior recreational hockey coach and referee. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services featuring model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization across multiple program types.

Marcy Morgan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 15 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at BNY Mellon Securities Corporation, First Republic Securities Company, Deutsche Bank Securities Inc, and Db Trust Company Americas. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Joseph Aramini is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, with a focus on discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm employs proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios.

David Berry is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Clearwater, FL, with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2019, with prior roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and FMI Corporation. Outside of his advisory duties, Berry provides management consulting services focused on strategic decision-making and incentive plan development. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service, which provides written recommendations and ongoing tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jordan Monds is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2025. In this role, Jordan partners with individuals and families to enhance existing financial plans or co-create new ones, aligning with clients' short-term and long-term goals. Jordan's experience includes positions as an Investment Consultant and Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments in 2023 and 2022-2023 respectively, as well as a Customer Service Representative at TD Ameritrade from 2018 to 2019. This background has contributed to Jordan's understanding of client needs and financial planning. Outside of work, Jordan has personal interests including beach activities, cars, cooking and baking, being a foodie, golf, and kayaking.

Annalea Gray is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2021 and previously spent nine years at VALIC Financial Advisors. Outside her advisory role, she is a commissioned notary in Florida. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Andy Kenkel is the Vice President and Branch Leader of the Tampa Investor Center at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with a team of financial professionals to assist clients in achieving their financial goals, focusing on delivering a comprehensive experience for each client. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 1996, holding various positions including Brokerage Service Representative, Brokerage Trading Representative, Trading Representative II, Project Manager, Investment Representative, Financial Planning Consultant, Account Executive, Senior Account Executive, Regional Planning Consultant, and Vice President. His tenure at Fidelity has provided him with extensive experience in financial planning, investment representation, and branch management. The information provided does not include details regarding his education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement.