Ryan Lindberg is a financial advisor at Merrill based in Charlotte, NC, with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including The Vanguard Group, Linden Thomas and Company Securities LLC, and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory roles, he has experience with Noble Coffee Roasters. 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 and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tracy Gates is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2018, with prior roles at Johnson Bank and INVEST Financial Corp. Robert W. Baird’s DDK Group serves individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, portfolio management through separately managed accounts, and custody and brokerage services, supported by in-house research and various investment strategies.

William Sullivan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses with five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and 49 Financial, as well as experience with JPMorgan Chase Bank and JPMorgan Securities since 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program.

Danny Lopez is a financial advisor with Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2019 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Bank of America. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies managed by internal and third-party teams for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jasmine Mason is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years at the firm and 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 65 and Series 63 credentials. Outside of her advisory role, she is the general partner and managing member of Bare Scentials LLC, a candle and craft business based in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with a mix of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Kyle Shanaberger is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2017, following a year at PNC Investments. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

David Teague is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a 20% ownership in a family real estate business, Happy's Way, LLC, where he manages properties and negotiates sales. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering tailored portfolio management and financial planning through a variety of advisory programs and a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Joshua Holby is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has held positions at Raymond James since 2020 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, Holby is involved as a partner and owner in Legacy Holdings LLC, a rental real estate business. 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, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools to model potential outcomes and supports clients through various advisory programs.

Peter Levinson is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads The L/A Wealth Management Group, which coordinates the financial affairs of medical and legal professionals, business owners, corporate executives, families, retirees, and non-profit organizations. Peter and his team focus on personalized wealth management, emphasizing clients' life priorities, investment personalities, and financial situations to help achieve specific financial objectives. With 30 years of experience, Peter specializes in family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, and services for defined benefit and contribution plans. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Duke University and a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Additionally, he has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Peter is active in community involvement, having served on boards of non-profit organizations such as Temple Israel, Temple Beth El, The Levine Jewish Community Center, and the 24 Foundation. He has also been Vice Chair of North Carolina Hillel. In his personal time, Peter enjoys cycling, playing golf and guitar, skiing, cooking, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Robert Ford is a CFP® with 27 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing, where he has worked since 2016, following prior roles at Merrill, Banc of America Investment Services, and Stephens. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in a timber land management LLC and has involvement in property management through a real estate holding company. 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.

Stratford Kiger is a financial advisor with Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he was an owner and attorney at Kiger Law, PC for nine years and has been associated with Bank of America since 2019. He is involved in several charitable organizations, including serving on the fundraising committee for Women Executives for Community Service Inc and as co-chair of a fundraising campaign for Salem Academy & College. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Megan Otlowski is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Virginia Beach, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in a centralized consulting approach, serving clients primarily through Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Philip Salice is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Barings, Carousel Capital, and Harris Williams. 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 clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and investment consulting supported by analytical tools and also maintains unique offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Allen Stafford Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 47 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2009 and 2015, respectively. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including financial and estate planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Jonathan Huggins is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with five years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including TIAA-CREF and State Employees' Credit Union prior to joining Robert Baird & Co. in 2022. Robert Baird & Co.’s DDK Group serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and custody services. The firm utilizes a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies, tax-management techniques, and internal research including artificial intelligence tools in delivering advisory services.

Kimberly Estevez is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Sharon Miller is a financial advisor at Merrill with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 certifications and has been with Merrill since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member for Trinity University’s Board of Visitors, participating in initiatives related to student body diversity and faculty recruitment. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Dana Summers is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wachovia Bank, N.A. since 2008. 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 supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Nicholas Langrall is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo since 2016, previously spending six years at Merrill. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm combines brokerage and advisory solutions with research-driven investment approaches and serves a broad client base including pension and charitable organizations.

Daniella Diquez is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Florida International University and Argos Nautic Manufacturing Inc. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm provides tailored financial planning and portfolio management supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.