John Hinken is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 46 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1979 and has been associated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of the American Shotokan Kenkojuku Karate-Do Alliance, a nonprofit organization, and teaches quarterly clinics. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Liane Conceicao is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Bank of America team. She supports clients by developing personalized financial strategies that align with their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. Her approach includes understanding what matters most to each client and providing guidance on general investing, retirement planning, liquidity management, and legacy planning. Liane also connects clients to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Liane's areas of focus include family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. Her educational background includes a High School Diploma from Classical High and an Accredited Certificate Program from the Community College of Rhode Island. Born and raised in Rhode Island within a Cape Verdean family, Liane values hard work, family, and planning for future generations. She is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Outside of her professional role, Liane enjoys cooking, dancing, music, reading, and spending time with her family.

Philip Collier Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at T. Rowe Price from 2017 to 2019 and has been with Raymond James since 2010. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Carla Rossi is a financial advisor with Merrill in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is the sole owner of a rental property in Doral, FL. 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, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Alec Brown is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera and its affiliate firms since 2023 and has prior experience in logistics and lending sectors. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment managers.

Thomas Ballash is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2022 and previously spent 19 years at USAA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and Secular Return Estimates in its financial planning process.

Jordan Boudreau is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include working at E*Trade Securities and involvement in the transportation sector as a contractor for Doordash. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services that utilize firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Robert Fleming is a financial advisor at Cetera with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at VOYA Financial Advisors and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Fleming operates an independent insurance agency as a side business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services and operates a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and program options.

Janine Stubbs is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Osaic Wealth Inc. She has previously worked at VALIC Financial Advisors and Agia. Outside of advisory work, she co-owns a vacation rental property and operates an insurance agency providing annuity and insurance solutions. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional clients through a wide network of advisors and multiple platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party solutions to manage portfolios across various investment vehicles.

Nader Shehub is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at the University of California Riverside and Ozmi Medical Solutions. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Anders Bergmann is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with nine years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services since 2018 and previously at INVEST Financial Corp. from 2015 to 2018. Bergmann is also involved with the Cathedral Church of St. Peter and Epiphany of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Theresa Bursey is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, bringing 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 10 years before joining Raymond James in 2022. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management styles and access to affiliated research and model managers.

William Longest is a CFP® and ChFC® affiliated with Raymond James & Associates, with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial and related entities since 2019 and previously held roles at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. Longest also maintains a self-employed practice since 2013. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and investment consulting with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Michael Murray is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Danvers, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at SII Investments, Inc. for nine years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is a licensed fixed insurance products agent. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house research and third-party subadvisors.

Sebastian Baraybar is an advisor with LPL Financial in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation. He has experience working at LPL Financial since 2026 and has held roles at Skyway CPA, the City of Saint Petersburg, Advanta IRA, and the University of South Florida. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

John Macpherson is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2006 and also assists with a family-owned flower and gift business, Sharen's Flowers & Gifts. Raymond James & Associates is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Keith Robinson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He also serves as a trustee and co-trustee for a trust in Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a planning process that includes firm-approved tools and scenario modeling.

Naomi Abrams is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at RBC Capital Markets Corporation for 13 years before joining Raymond James in 2017. Outside her advisory role, she serves as a successor trustee and occasionally assists with administrative tasks for a family-owned business. Raymond James & Associates is a large dual-registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting with a range of portfolio management styles, supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Kevin Whittington is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at USAA Investment Management Company, USAA Financial Advisors, and Morgan Stanley. He serves as a board member of Deuce Scoreboards, LLC, a company involved in sports and physical recreation. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm provides a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Michelle Carothers is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Petersburg, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 1988. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional and pension plans, and municipalities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.