Michael Huffman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Queen Creek, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed written recommendations that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to support its clients, delivering personalized advice through a centralized consulting team.

Elva Mendoza is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Nicolas Vollmer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank and has experience in other business ventures including Lost City Coffee and UCampApp. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Jeremy Bates is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at J.P. Morgan Securities, Charles Schwab, and The Vanguard Group. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Stand Together, where he conducts door-to-door election surveys. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Ryan Richardson is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones and Automatic Data Processing. Richardson is based in Chandler, AZ. 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.

Craig De Long is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Gilbert, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James since 2017 and is currently engaged in part-time consulting involving document editing and travel planning at Degart Global. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm offers tailored financial planning and consulting services, supported by extensive research and multiple portfolio management styles.

Alex Parsons is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2020. Previously, Alex served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. from 2015 to 2020. Alex's professional approach centers on a three-step planning process based on education and communication to simplify complex financial concepts for clients. Alex holds a California Insurance License, supporting expertise in financial planning and insurance matters. With a focus on creating financial plans tailored to individual goals, Alex aims to help clients feel more comfortable and confident about their financial futures. Outside of work, Alex has interests in comedy, cooking and baking, family activities, food, football, and parenthood.

Mark Lance Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2016. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers, with various portfolio implementation approaches tailored to client needs.

Edward Ross is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at E*TRADE Securities, Northwestern Mutual, PennyMac Loan Services, and the University of Arizona. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Tae Hullum is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, Hullum worked at Robinhood Financial, PNC Investments, Citizens Bank, and Huntington Bank. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and investment consulting through a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Anthony Covarrubias is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones in 2023, he worked at PayPal from 2014 to 2022. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Stephen Liepold is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab since 1995, including Charles Schwab Bank since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner of a small real estate property management business. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational and custody services.

Youssef Naguib is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Tempe, AZ. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been in the industry since 2026, with prior experience at Equitable, DoorDash, and Element Egypt. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, focusing on asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Cylesce Aguilera is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, Redpoint, Nike, Bath and Body Works, and Arizona State University. 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.

Max Murphy is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked in roles including investment consulting and real estate. Outside of his advisory work, he also serves as a security host at a local venue. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by analytical tools and maintains specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Michelle Delgado is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner and handles administrative duties for SOMOS Weddings LLC, a wedding officiant business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory services with brokerage and investment management capabilities, operating under a non-discretionary program where clients retain final decision authority.

John Chapman V is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Gilbert, AZ. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Morgan Stanley and has a varied background including roles at GradGuard Insurance and educational institutions. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools such as risk profiling and probability modeling to support client goals.

Ryan Hickey is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates based in Mesa, AZ. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Robinhood Markets, Inc. and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and investment consulting with a range of portfolio management styles.

Lauren Michelotti is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at several financial services firms in 2018 and positions outside the industry, including at Finders Records and Bowling Green State University. She is also involved in Wealthnest Tax Services, providing tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting, supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

Lyle Zaichkin is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Mesa, AZ, with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients across a broad spectrum of financial needs. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of approximately 23,700 advisors, offering a range of investment strategies and fiduciary advisory services.