James Ustby is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. and as a self-employed advisor. Ustby is also an insurance representative with Karma Financial Group. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a variety of financial planning and investment management services, including access to model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and institutional platforms.

David Gall is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked within various divisions of Fidelity since 2016. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it is noted for its use of algorithmic methods and AI in research, as well as its formal advisory roles and governance procedures.

Alexander Green is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity for over 17 years, serving in various roles since 2007. His current position as Vice President began in 2021. Throughout his tenure at Fidelity, Alexander has held positions including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Financial Representative. He has experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining financial plans for clients. Outside of his professional work, Alexander enjoys camping, family activities, golf, outdoor adventures, tennis, and traveling.

Stephanie Bass is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 27 years of industry experience. She is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing, where she has worked since 2016. Her prior experience includes roles at Merrill, Banc of America Investment Services, and BB&T Investment Services. She serves as an investment committee member for the NC Symphony and holds finance and treasurer roles with Dress for Success of the Triangle. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Kevin Scott is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including USAA Financial Advisors and USAA Investment Services prior to his current role. He serves on the finance committee of the Compassionate Tabernacle of Faith Baptist Church in Raleigh, assisting with financial reporting and fundraising. Kevin is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a range of portfolios, including registered investment companies and model portfolios for intermediary platforms.

Shawna Dunn is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 11 years of experience at the firm. She is based in Raleigh, NC. 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.

Derek Parrish is a CFP® with 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, currently serving as an advisor at Edward Jones since 2011. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Durham, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Trent Storino is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021, following roles at Principal Financial Services, Principal Life Insurance Company, and First Citizens Investor Services. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, as well as registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, fund consulting, and model portfolio delivery.

Ryan Copley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles within Wells Fargo entities since 2011, as well as positions at Morgan Stanley and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. He also spent three years affiliated with Oasis International School in Kuala Lumpur. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, leveraging research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources while offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

S Paul Lorusso Sr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at FSC Securities Corporation for 13 years. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of a CPA firm and provides contract pilot and flight instruction services. He also serves as a director for a nonprofit organization that offers transportation for individuals with medical needs. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting a range of portfolio strategies and third-party manager options.

Marvin Rauchbach is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked for VALIC Financial Advisors for 38 years and spent two years at Agia before joining OSAIC in 2024. Outside of his advisory work, he is an active musician and plays drums in jazz bands. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a variety of brokerage and advisory services supported by a model-based investment process and a multi-advisor platform.

Tyler Carter is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Credit Union Investment Services, SECU Life Insurance Company, SECU Brokerage Services, and State Employees' Credit Union. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment process, and serves multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Patrick Newsome is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Durham, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. His work history includes various roles at country and tennis clubs before joining Fidelity in 2023. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios and discretionary management through affiliated or unaffiliated sub-advisers.

Suzanne Stroud is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has over 27 years of experience in financial services, supporting corporate executives, business owners, and their families in achieving their financial goals through portfolio strategies, professional money management, and wealth outlook projections. Suzanne holds a Bachelor's Degree from Queens University Kingston in Ontario, Canada, and a Master's Degree from Florida State University. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant and a Senior Portfolio Advisor. Additionally, she has earned the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® designation. In her community involvement, Suzanne volunteers with organizations such as Girl Scouts North Carolina Coastal Pines, NC Reading Service, and Read and Feed. She also enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with her family.

John Szwed II is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Merrill from 2011 to 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Clayton Maner is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, with six years of industry experience and a Series 66 credential. His work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2019, as well as positions at The University of Tennessee, General Dynamics Mission Systems, and Oak Ridge National Lab. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools but does not provide individual security recommendations within its standalone planning services.

Vimal Bisaria is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Morrisville, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in Mindtree Investment LLC, a real estate venture in Cary, NC. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

William Alexander Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having nine years of industry experience. He joined Edward Jones in 2018 after working at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Wells Fargo Bank. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Michael Godwin is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sii and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Godwin serves as a board member of Building People and Communities, a nonprofit focused on supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and strategies, and is notable for its large scale and complex affiliate network.

Lawrence Rockwell is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Raymond James and affiliated firms since 2025. His prior work experience includes roles outside of finance, such as at Lowes Companies and Bluewater Waterfront Grill. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses analytical tools and tailored strategies to support client goals and offers specialized services such as municipal advisor support and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.