Quinton Libsack is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Cetera Investment Advisors, Cetera Wealth Services, and The John R. McAdams Company, Inc. He also serves as a board member for the Washington Terrace Homeowners Association. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm employs a client-centered process integrating fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to allocate investments across various asset classes.

Fredena James is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC. She holds the Series 66 designation and has 17 years of industry experience. Ms. James has been with First Citizens Investor Services since 2001. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities by providing advisory and brokerage services. The firm’s investment approach includes IAR-led assessments and a combination of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various asset classes.

Clay Jackson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Sanctuary Advisors, LLC since 2019, following previous roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Clay serves as a board member for the NC State Education Assistance Authority and the North Carolina Banking Commission, and he is a partner in the real estate investment firm Fish Hill & Jackson, LLC. Sanctuary Advisors, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm supports a broad range of investment strategies through more than 400 independent adviser representatives and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Amber Vaughn is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining First Citizens Investor Services, she held roles at Havoc Brewing LLC and Equitable Advisors. Vaughn has also worked in education and community organizations, including Roanoke College and the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business entities. The firm offers portfolio management, automated investing platforms, and financial planning, using fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to guide investment decisions.

Victoria Araj is a CFP® professional with two years of experience in financial advising. She is currently with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC and previously worked at Wealthshield Partners, LLC and Envestnet. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services provides financial planning, asset management, and retirement-plan consulting for individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm manages over $122 billion in assets and employs a diversified investment approach combining passive and active managers, supported by an internal Investment Committee and a range of implementation tools and services.

Frederick Hight IV is a financial advisor with Truist Advisory Services in Raleigh, NC. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Truist Advisory Services in 2021, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA for a combined 21 years. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset allocation and investment policy analysis, fiduciary support, participant advice, and a manager-selection program that uses third-party platforms and oversight from its Equity Research and Investment Advisory teams.

Robert Dykes is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill from 2015 to 2018. First Citizens Investor Services serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities, providing advisory and brokerage services through investment advisor representatives and third-party portfolio managers. The firm employs a client process focused on financial needs assessment and diversified investment allocation, offering portfolio management, model portfolios, automated investing platforms, and tax-aware services.

Mary Restrepo is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with First Citizens Investor Services since 2012. First Citizens Investor Services provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals—including high-net-worth clients—pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm offers portfolio management, wrap programs, model portfolios, automated investing platforms, tax-aware services, and financial planning, focusing on IAR-led assessments to tailor asset allocation strategies.

David Bean is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at HomeTrust Bank, OSAIC Institutions, Inc., and Bankers Life Advisory Services. He is involved with Liberty University as a volunteer leadership team member. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm emphasizes IAR-led financial assessments and uses a combination of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Andrew Hicks is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Before joining First Citizens in 2023, he worked at Morgan Stanley for one year and spent three years at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine. He has also been involved with Hope Community Church for over a decade. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm’s investment approach includes fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis, offering portfolio management, wrap programs, model portfolios, and tax-aware services.

Christopher Demarest is a financial advisor with Independent Advisor Alliance, LLC in Raleigh, NC, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Independent Advisor Alliance in 2017, he worked at LPL Financial and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. He does not report other notable business activities outside of his advisory roles. Independent Advisor Alliance serves a diverse client base, including individuals, small businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering a range of services such as asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies and leverages technology platforms to support comprehensive wealth management solutions.

Stephen Mccormack is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 20 years of industry experience, all with First Citizens Investor Services since 2006. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business entities. The firm offers portfolio management, wrap programs, model portfolios, and financial planning, using a client process centered on assessments of financial needs, risk tolerance, and time horizon combined with fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis.

Roy Burns is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, where he has worked since 2025. He has one year of experience in the financial industry and previously held roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., among other employers. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily for clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm uses Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools to tailor recommendations based on client goals and risk tolerance.

John Ware is a financial advisor with Guardian Life in Raleigh, NC, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 24 years of industry experience, including roles at Park Avenue Securities since 2012 and Guardian Life Insurance Company since 2010. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as executor for the estates of his parents and stepfather. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and offers a range of financial planning and consulting solutions tailored by investment adviser representatives.

Adrian Orozco is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked previously at BB&T (now Truist) and First Citizens Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he co-manages a rental property with his spouse. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm’s investment approach includes comprehensive client assessments and employs fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various asset classes, offering services such as portfolio management, financial planning, and tax-aware strategies.

David Mallory is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with First Citizens Investor Services since 2003. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm utilizes a client-focused process led by investment advisor representatives, applying fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various investment vehicles.

Samuel Bryant is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. He holds the Series 66 designation and began his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining First Citizens, he spent nine years at World 50 Inc. First Citizens Investor Services serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business entities. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including portfolio management, wrap programs, model portfolios, automated investing platforms, and financial planning, with a client process focused on individualized assessments and diversified investment strategies.

Kevin Tamson is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of experience. He has been with First Citizens Investor Services since 1999. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business entities. The firm uses a client-centered process focused on financial needs assessment and diversified asset allocation, offering portfolio management, wrap programs, model portfolios, and tax-aware services.

Carrie Pedersen is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at The Fidelity Bank and LPL Financial from 2015 to 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the finance committee at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses, using a client-centered process that incorporates fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Thomas Pemberton is a financial advisor with Guardian Life who holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 30 years of industry experience, including roles at Principal Mutual Life Insurance Co and Cp Advisory Services, Inc. Since 2013, he has been with Guardian Life in Raleigh, NC. Outside of his advisory role, he sells non-Guardian life long-term care and disability insurance products. Guardian Life’s Park Avenue® Wealth Management provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and offers access to proprietary programs, third-party solutions, and insurance products through its connection to Guardian Life.