Jerome Bennett is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors, and Waddell & Reed. Bennett is based in Charlotte, 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.

James Baird is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Fisher Investments in Charlotte, NC, where he has worked since 2019. He has six years of industry experience, including four years at Holiday Retirement prior to joining Fisher. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research and provides a range of sub-advisory and retirement plan services.

William Oliver is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 29 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in automotive research and race car purchasing through ownership interests in related LLCs. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Alvonzo Gibbs is a CFP® with 41 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Enterprise since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation, MSI Financial Services, Inc., and Osaic FA, Inc. Gibbs is also involved in a Prudential-sponsored non-variable insurance business. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, insurance products, and affiliated trust and lending services.

Patrick Barry is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with one year of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Powell Financial Inc., Powell Wealth, and Boston Private. 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 a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions backed by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Richard Wood is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wachovia Bank, N.A. since 2007. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Matthew Evans is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been working since 2009. He co-leads a family-office-style approach serving a selective group of clients, including venture capitalists, private equity executives, medical specialists, entrepreneurs, and business owners in Charlotte and across the United States. Matt emphasizes tax minimization and estate planning strategies, collaborating closely with clients' CPAs and attorneys to ensure financial decisions align with family needs. Matt holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University and has earned professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Over his 15-year career, he has guided clients through significant market events while focusing on managing investment risk and tax consequences. His approach involves crafting tailored strategies that reflect clients' distinctive needs and values, particularly in areas such as equity compensation, liquidity management, socially responsible investing, and managing new wealth. Originally from Pittsburgh, Matt has lived in Charlotte for over 15 years. He is active in the Virginia Tech Alumni Association's Charlotte Chapter and supports United Way. In his personal time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, participating in activities such as golf and skiing.

Edwin Parra is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Mill, South Carolina. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and had roles at RHI and La Casita LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Charles Taylor is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and has experience in diverse roles including positions at James River Equipment, High Point University, Autobell Carwash, and Harris Teeter. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies integrated within Bank of America’s broader platform.

Michael Jones is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Charlotte, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include several positions at PNC Wealth Management and PNC Investments from 2015 to 2026. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and other entities. The firm emphasizes model-driven investment implementation and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in a wrap program.

Helen Smith is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009, with a brief employment gap in 2024. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm employs structured planning tools and models outcomes using Global Investment Committee data, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Desmond Lawrence is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, with less than one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Merrill and Tesla, as well as a background as a professional athlete in the Canadian Football League, XFL, AAFL, and NFL. 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.

Meghanne Svatos is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise since 2014 and is co-owner of Brightstead Management, LLC, an advisory business she helps manage. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering tailored, research-driven recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team.

Anthony Vigliotti is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a manufacturing and retail business called Divine Concepts in Waxhaw, North Carolina. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools.

William Wilmer Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 45 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and has worked at OSAIC since 2018, following a two-year tenure at Signator Investors, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, he owns a fixed insurance sales business operated as a sole proprietorship. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers, employing various asset-allocation tools and portfolio management strategies.

Matthew Barhorst is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Mill, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple tenures at LPL Financial, as well as roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, TIAA-CREF, and Cetera Investment Services. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive research and technology tools.

Michael Robbins is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007, following prior roles at Invest Financial Corporation and Gunnallen Financial, Inc. He is based in Fort Mill, South Carolina. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Frederick Graves is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Keller Mortgage, and Equitable Advisors. Merrill offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Michael Blanchard is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera Investment Advisors LLC and Cetera Advisors LLC since 2024 and previously spent nine years at Prospera Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages a rental property business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supported by a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors and managing more than $256 billion in assets.

Jason Brown is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior work experience includes positions at Bank of America and Bankers Life, as well as over a decade at Walmart Stores Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a boat rental business and serves as an executor for a family estate. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers managed accounts, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services, supported by a diverse range of investment strategies and deep integration with Bank of America affiliates.