Garette Swanson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and based in Phoenix, AZ. He has one year of industry experience and prior work experience includes roles in aquatic clubs and the hospitality sector. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, notable for its specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement-income planning and written recommendation reports focused on tax-aware strategies and dependable income sources.

Kyle Oreshack is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has previously worked at Vanguard Advisers and COUNTRY Insurance Affiliates. Oreshack is also an associate at Desert Financial Wealth Management in Scottsdale, AZ. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through unique affiliations.

David Lewark is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Osaic in 2025, he worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for four years and Edward Jones for eight years. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm utilizes a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services with a focus on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various proprietary tools and third-party manager programs.

Shelley O'Brien is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at firms including Woodbury Financial Services, National Planning Corporation, and Phoenix Financial Group. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Branch Operations Manager for Phoenix Financial Group, overseeing branch books and client account services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm utilizes a model-based investment process with portfolio optimization and offers a range of programs including Unified Managed Accounts and third-party money manager options.

Lovella Mckim is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at several firms including Morgan Stanley and J.P. Morgan Securities. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers additional capital markets and banking solutions through its platform.

Rosh Mangalat is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience, currently with Edelman Financial Engines in Phoenix, AZ. His prior experience includes roles at The Vanguard Group and Vista Monterey c/o FirstService Residential. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management with a focus on diversified portfolios and long-term strategies.

Christian Travelle is a Series 65-registered advisor at Edelman Financial Engines in Phoenix, AZ, with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles outside the financial industry, such as positions at Culinary Dropout and KD Rise, as well as teaching experience at Arizona State University and local schools. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-driven investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, retirement-plan participants, and institutions. The firm uses a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner support and online tools to offer diversified portfolios, discretionary and non-discretionary management, and specialized exposures including direct-indexing and thematic digital-asset strategies.

Travis Bloom is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise based in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, BBVA Securities Inc., Wells Fargo Clearing, Chase Investment Services, and Morgan Stanley DW Inc. He is also involved in non-variable insurance activities through Prudential. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Akiah Cepielik is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 license and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Akiah worked at Intuit, Freedom Mortgage, and Nationstar Mortgage. Outside of advisory work, Akiah is the sole proprietor of The Family Project LLC, a social media business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Michael Byrnes is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and JPMorgan. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and institutional entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Anthony John Esguerra is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Peoria, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a sole proprietor of a retail and online store business, a partner in a healthcare med spa, and serves as a certified pickleball coach. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers comprehensive wealth management services alongside broader investment and private fund activities.

John Karsnitz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Merrill since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the banner committee for the Arcadia High School PTO Baseball Boosters in Phoenix, Arizona, where he coordinates fundraising efforts to support the local high school baseball team. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nicholas Vannini is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2014. Vannini has also been affiliated with Everest College Phoenix since 2013. 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, and various institutional investors.

Moraya Canales is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked at Merrill for five years. She served in the Arizona Army National Guard from 2016 to 2022. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory services.

Kristine Forster is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and with six years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at UBS Financial Services and Northern Trust, as well as work at AdMix Social and Lockstep Systems. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing research-driven, model-based investment strategies tailored to client goals and risk profiles.

Lynn Lathrop is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 22 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2017, with prior experience at ARTTOONS and The Vanguard Group. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified portfolios with a long-term approach and serving approximately 477,000 clients.

Lisa Jackson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at multiple firms including Avantax Advisory Services and 1 St Global Advisors, and is also the owner of Whitman & Jackson CPAs PC, a CPA firm. Additionally, she serves as trustee for the Kaplan Living Trust. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a large network of independent advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary options.

Cody Heins is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2025, Heins worked at LPL Financial LLC, Edward Jones, and Union Bank & Trust. He is also associated with Arrowhead Wealth Partners, a non-investment-related support company based in Glendale, AZ. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Brett Woods is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has served since 2009. He has been in the financial services industry since 2004, providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to clients' individual financial goals. Brett specializes in areas such as college education planning, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Brett holds a Bachelor's Degree from Idaho State University, where he attended on a golf scholarship. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Born and raised in Laurel, Montana, Brett relocated to Arizona in 2004 to begin his career in financial services. In addition to his professional work, Brett is engaged in community service and volunteers with local organizations, reflecting his commitment to the communities he serves. His personal interests include basketball, football, golfing, hiking, running, and traveling.

Christopher Steele is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Ameriprise Financial Services, and Morgan Stanley. Based in Phoenix, AZ, Steele has worked across several major firms in his career. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.