Brian Sachs is a CFP® professional affiliated with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Gary Parsell is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and simultaneously affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as the general partner and managing member of Redfield Investment LLC, a company unrelated to investment advisory activities. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jacob Olsen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ. He holds a Series 66 designation and has experience at Morgan Stanley since 2025, following prior roles at Clark Street Financial and several educational institutions. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including customized financial planning supported by a structured discovery process and advanced modeling tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Todd Muncy is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving at Fidelity Investments. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group, Scottrade, and TD Ameritrade. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct and oversee model portfolios across various asset classes.

Sam Gerrety is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A., Trabocca, and Goodpointe Technology. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Kevin Gascoyne is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for the Crimson Mountain Homeowners Association, overseeing community plans and expenses. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Barkat is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2009. Barkat also engages in independent insurance brokering with multiple life insurance companies. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services tailored to individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Maxwell Dunlap is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley based in Gilbert, AZ, and has five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Deloitte and held various roles including positions at Arizona State University Aquatics and Progressive Landscaping & Gardening Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs that include tailored financial planning and extensive asset management.

Stephanie Stone is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of advising, she is a co-owner and operator of a tanning salon in Gilbert, AZ. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated services, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jillian Benson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years at the firm and 7 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Gilbert, AZ. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Karch Perkins is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, New York Life Insurance Company, and various other firms. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using a combination of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Zachary Hamm is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James since 2018 and previously spent two years at The Vanguard Group, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, Hamm serves as Treasurer and Officer for Tempe Leadership, a nonprofit organization he helped found. Raymond James & Associates is a large, 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 consulting with a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Margaret Mccoy is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer on the board of the Perry High School Touchdown Club, a nonprofit booster organization supporting high school football. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver customized asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and performance reporting, with a focus on client decision-making.

Brandon Valentine is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Edward Jones and Woodbury Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Valentine Financial Solutions Incorporated, a business entity focused on tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies, supported by advanced operational tools.

Jack Sklar is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and World Financial Group. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Guillermo Ramirez is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Robinhood, and AssetMark Financial. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 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’s integrated model combines non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and alternative investments.

Mark Ryan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at CUSO Financial Services, First Financial Equity Corporation, Royal Alliance Associates, Bank of America, and Merrill. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of financial planning and investment management solutions.

Zheng Wang is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo for eight years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2023. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Andrea Hicks is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she is the founder of LolliTreats, a food and beverage business specializing in baked goods. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients 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 management, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Marc De Micco is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America and has held positions in diverse fields including physical therapy and senior living. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.