Brandon Ross is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Winter Park, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2011, with a one-year period as an independent contractor. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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, leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and centralized supervisory and custody arrangements.

Jeannette Byrd is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds a Series 66 designation, bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has worked at multiple firms, including Avantax Investment Services and Cssc Brokerage Services, and has been involved with her own firm, Byrd & Associates, LLC, since 2005. Outside of her advisory work, she is a member and owner in several business ventures, including a consulting firm and an amusement park partnership. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary accounts with over $256 billion in assets under management.

Tyler Dowling is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, specializing in retirement planning and financial guidance. He currently helps clients develop retirement plans and provides ongoing support to navigate every stage of retirement. Prior to his current role, Tyler held several positions at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative, gaining comprehensive experience in financial services since 2023. Tyler emphasizes trust, communication, and planning in his approach to financial advising. Being a husband and father has enhanced his understanding of the importance of preparing for life's milestones and protecting what matters most. Outside of work, he enjoys family activities, fitness, outdoor adventures, beach visits, and parenthood.

Fiona Alfred is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including J.P. Morgan Securities and Wells Fargo Clearing. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Afeefa Ayube is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments in 2024, she spent ten years at Productions Plus. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, fund advisory services, and delivers model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

James Mc Lean is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Maitland, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. In addition to his advisory role, he holds a real estate license. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to deliver tailored advice, emphasizing assets held in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Matthew Joy is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the advisory board of Christian Help, a charitable organization based in Casselberry, Florida. 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, and charitable organizations.

Sam Safdari is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop tailored financial plans based on their individual goals. He utilizes Fidelity's resources to provide personalized guidance aimed at helping clients pursue their objectives. Sam's experience at Fidelity Investments spans several roles since 2018, including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. This progression reflects his comprehensive understanding of financial planning and investment consulting. Outside of his professional work, Sam engages in outdoor adventures, Pilates, reading, skiing, and traveling.

Brian Cox is a financial advisor with Merrill in Lake Mary, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1984 and concurrently at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies integrated within Bank of America’s broader platform.

Di Ivory Edgecomb is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with Series 66 credentials and no prior industry experience. Before joining Thrivent, Di worked at Box Real Estate for six years and was employed by the City of Hollywood for twelve years. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers goal-based planning covering topics such as retirement, tax, estate, and special needs planning, with an option to combine planning with managed accounts under a consolidated billing program called “WealthPlan.”

Nathaniel Kahn is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Charles Schwab and First National Bank of Omaha. Kahn serves as a Sergeant in the Army National Guard, a role he has maintained since 2012. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment process.

Fen Ting Strouse is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab, Fen Ting worked at Digital Risk LLC for eleven years. 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 options supported by centralized custody, supervisory services, and a multi-asset model portfolio approach.

James Houston Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with LPL Financial since 2014. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Kerry Luellen is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Apopka, FL, where he has worked since 1990, accumulating 36 years of industry experience. He also owns a commercial property management business in Apopka. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and investment solutions under a fiduciary standard.

Steven Zucal is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. In addition to his advisory work, he provides occasional narration and voice-over services through his side business, Success and More LLC. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a range of multi-asset model portfolios alongside an alternative investments program.

Austin Fierko is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2016. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes and employs a centralized investment decision process combining quantitative and qualitative research.

Gregg Champion is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Winter Park, FL, with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013 and holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a broad range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through various programs and affiliated entities.

Julie Tecau is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Winter Park, FL, and has four years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2021. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets.

Antoine Harris is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at OSAIC, Woodbury Financial Services Inc., Harris & Associates, The Home Depot, and Lockheed Martin. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Landon Taucher is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Orlando, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Ameriprise Financial, and teaching positions at the University of North Florida. He also worked briefly at Cafe Andiamo. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment onboarding process.