Nico Koop is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors based in Clearwater, FL, holding Series 66 and Series 65 designations and having 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James & Associates, WaveCapital Partners, LLC, and M&A Securities. Koop is also owner of two businesses, KOOP ENTERPRISES LLC and STAY STRONG UNITED LLC, the latter focused on sport, fitness, and gaming activities. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm offers a range of investment solutions through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies with various discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options.

Brett Harner is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Achieva Credit Union, LPL Financial, The Golden 1 Credit Union, and Cuso Financial Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of investment and advisory services, including portfolio management and financial planning, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Michael Lovero is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Ameriprise since 2021 and prior experience at The University of Tampa and Gino's of Lindenhurst. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm’s approach incorporates research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, delivering written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team in partnership with clients’ advisors.

John Oppenheimer II is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CFA Institute, Primerica Advisors, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and several other organizations across different sectors. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary advisory mandates and model portfolios.

Lawrence Falzone is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2009. In addition to his advisory role, he operates as an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing tailored strategies across multiple custody platforms and utilizing both proprietary and third-party model solutions.

Jody Zellner is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Jeffrey Matthews Financial Group LLC for six years. Zellner is involved with Safe Harbor Financial Advisors LLC, an insurance agency where she spends part of her time managing non-variable insurance activities. 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 comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and a variety of investment strategies.

Carol Jordan is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently advising at OSAIC since 2018. She previously worked at Signator Investors, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. In addition to her advisory role, she is licensed as a notary public in Clearwater, FL. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of financial advisers, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory, financial planning, and managed account services. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

Donald Peterson is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James & Associates since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing personal investment entities including two LLCs that own and operate real estate. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and model manager options.

Veronica Sullivan is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palm Harbor, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill. Outside of advisory services, she is involved with Tradewinds Anesthesia LLC, where she performs bookkeeping duties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by advanced modeling tools.

James Nugent is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fisher Investments, Raymond James, and Ameriprise Financial, along with a background in education and work at Door Dash. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach involves structured discovery conversations and utilizes advanced modeling tools, operating primarily in an advisory capacity without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Enzo Cespedes Correa is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in finance in 2017 within consumer banking, gaining experience in financial operations, client service, and banking solutions. Since 2022, he has served clients at Merrill Lynch, focusing on wealth planning and preservation, including tax minimization strategies, portfolio management, wealth transfers, and banking integration through Bank of America. Enzo holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) certification. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Florida International University, as well as completed the CPWA® Certificate Program at Yale School of Management. He is proficient in English and Spanish. Originally from Coral Gables, Miami, Enzo resides in Wellswood, Tampa with his wife and daughter. Outside of work, he is active in his church community and enjoys reading and staying informed about emerging trends in finance and technology.

Hector Almarales is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and Bank of America Corp. Outside of his advisory role, he is a manager of a long-term rental property business. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Chad Tortorice is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Raymond James & Associates since 2005. He is a partner in WSPRJ, LLC, a business outside of investment activities. 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 high-net-worth individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions through a variety of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Caleb Augustt is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is the managing member of Cozzzy Places LLC, a limited liability company that manages a rental space attached to his residence. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies constructed by internal teams and third-party managers.

John Paul Cattaro is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Interactive Brokers LLC before joining Fidelity. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable and registered investment companies. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Gina Gonzalez is a CFP® with Series 66 credentials currently working at Edward Jones in Oldsmar, FL. She has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, including prior roles at Fidelity Investments and USAA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, operating under a fiduciary standard and supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Nathan Ellerbee is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. from 2009 to 2023 and was involved with Kangaroo Court Softball during 2021 to 2022. 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 various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven strategies.

Dino Jambresic is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he provides personalized financial guidance to individuals and families. In his role, Dino collaborates closely with clients to understand their goals and financial needs, helping them evaluate their options and make informed decisions throughout their financial journeys. Dino has extensive experience with Fidelity Investments, having held various positions since 2010. His roles have included Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, Retirements Specialist, and Investment Solutions Representative, among others. This breadth of experience has contributed to his knowledge in financial planning and client relationship management. Outside of his professional work, Dino enjoys cooking and baking, exploring food as a foodie, attending social events with friends, watching movies, spending time with pets, and playing soccer.

Luke Morris is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2012. He works with a diverse client base including professionals, business owners, and retirees to address their unique financial needs through customized planning aimed at protecting, preserving, and growing their assets. Luke's career in the financial industry began in 2007 and includes roles such as Financial Consultant and Investment Representative at Fidelity Investments, Senior Associate at John Hancock, Financial Advisor at Levin Financial Group, and Risk Associate at Capital One Auto Finance. His experience spans various aspects of financial consulting and investment management. Outside of his professional role, Luke enjoys activities such as boating, golfing, snowboarding, traveling, outdoor adventures, and exploring culinary experiences.

Ryan Kling is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he hosts live trivia events as an independent contractor. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.