Alyssa Wasmund is a financial advisor at Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Daniel's Jewelers, and various educational and community organizations such as the Arizona Historical Society and Dysart Unified School District. 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.

Ming Hu is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he worked with Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services among others. He also holds insurance agent roles as an independent contractor with Medico Corp. Life Insurance, United Healthcare, and Humana. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, retirement plan, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and advisory services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers across diverse program structures.

Bernard Sandler is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cornelius, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as prior positions at Citigroup Global Markets and Legg Mason Wood Walker. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process involves structured discovery and firm-approved tools, though clients are responsible for plan implementation and updates.

Jack Lynam is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing and holds a Series 66 designation. He has two years of industry experience, including prior roles at PMA Securities, PMA Asset Management, PMA Financial Network, and PRUCO Securities. His background also includes multiple positions at James Madison University and other diverse work experiences. 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 and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Toni Reese is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing based in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and at Wachovia Bank, N.A. since 2002. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research and analytics to support diversified investment approaches.

Brian Cain is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Vanguard and Truist Investment Services. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement income planning using written recommendations and annual advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Natalie Martin is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at RBC Dominion Securities for four years and has a background that includes employment at Movati Athletic. 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.

Madison Martinez is a financial advisor with Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Madison worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Bankers Life Advisory Services. Outside of finance, Madison has experience managing a dance challenge event and worked at a comedy theater. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Sherrill III is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Dallas, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner of a rental property in Lewisburg, WV. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Aidan Knox is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at LPL Financial for seven years and held roles at Ayco, a Goldman Sachs company, and the University of South Carolina. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Nicholas Drake is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and with five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Us Tech Solutions and Anderson Merchandisers. Outside of his advisory work, he has been a delivery driver for Uber Eats since 2020 and an Instacart shopper since late 2023. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages substantial assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party analytics.

Daniel Sexton is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving clients for ten years, focusing on goals-based wealth management to assist clients in achieving their financial objectives. Daniel specializes in areas such as retirement planning, asset management, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, employee financial health, women and wealth, and retirement income. Daniel holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of North Carolina Charlotte and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He designs personalized action plans for his clients with specific investment recommendations based on their goals, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and time horizon. He and his clients regularly review progress to ensure alignment and make adjustments as necessary. Residing in Mooresville, North Carolina, Daniel lives with his wife, Erin, and their three daughters, Mallory, Emma, and Evie. He is active in his community and volunteers with local organizations. His office is located in Huntersville, North Carolina.

Rosalind Taylor is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. She is currently with Merrill and has prior experience at First Citizens Investor Services, First Citizens Bank, Foundation For the Carolinas, and Bank of America N.A. Taylor serves as an officer and director for the Robert B. Taylor III Foundation, a private nonprofit foundation that distributes funds to charities. 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.

Latasha Anderson is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has worked with Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC, and maintains an affiliation with Prosperity Wealth Group. Outside of her advisory role, she provides financial literacy and personal finance presentations and engages in social media affiliate marketing. LPL Enterprise, LLC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach utilizing portfolios developed by internal research and third-party strategists, and offers services that include financial planning, consulting, and access to third-party asset managers and wrap programs.

Nathan Bragg is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, Bragg worked at Ameriprise Financial and is also involved with Bluestone Financial Advisors, where he assists with client service and business efficiencies. Outside of advisory work, he serves as assistant treasurer for the Rotary Club of Gastonia and officiates youth soccer games in the Carolinas. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm uses analytical tools and risk profiling to tailor recommendations and supports its offering with specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Elizabeth Goins is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at TIAA and TIAA-CREF for over a decade. She is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment approach.

Lynn Bowser is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. She has 10 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of her advisory work, she is a founding partner of Elevate Strategy & Consulting, a coaching and mentoring business for professionals. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes collaborative, goal-based planning using firm-approved analytical tools and offers a range of investment and educational programs.

Douglas Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Mount Holly, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing 36 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with LPL Financial, North Carolina Bank and Trust, and SC Bank and Trust since 2008. Prior to that, he worked at Uvest Financial Services Group, Inc. from 2002 to 2008. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Lance Johnson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2017, as well as at TIAA and Tiaa from 2015 to 2017. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, using proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Adrian Caspar is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked with Equitable Advisors since 2016, including the period when the firm operated as AXA Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Adrian is involved with Business Network International as a member and visitor host, where he facilitates professional networking and supports new members in acclimating to meetings. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm delivers advice through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, offering access to various advisory programs and third-party asset managers.