Jay D'meza is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Alpharetta, GA, with 39 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Wells Fargo entities since 2009. Outside of his role at Wells Fargo Advisors, he has ownership interests in Alpha Wealth Advisors LLC and Jata Wealth LLC, both investment-related firms based in Alpharetta. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold, utilizing Wells Fargo research and planning tools to deliver customized recommendations.

William Castro Chacon is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Primerica Advisors since 2019. Prior to his current role, he worked at Primerica Financial Services and has experience outside the financial industry, including a position at Pepes Mexican Bar and Grill. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm utilizes third-party asset managers and provides a wrap-fee solution with a tiered fee structure.

Guy Rush is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include a multi-year tenure at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities, as well as over a decade with Publix Super Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutions, with a focus on tailored financial planning and a range of retail and institutional investment services.

Courtland Seeger is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously spent two years at PwC. He holds a Series 66 designation. 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. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Stephen Lawandales Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Marietta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and having 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously at Securities Service Network, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. He also operates The Lawandales Group, a business related to his LPL activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving 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.

Edward Wood is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of finance, he is involved in baseball instruction in Kennesaw, Georgia. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including financial planning and estate strategies, utilizing structured planning tools and comprehensive asset management.

Philip Barnes is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Bank of America, Merrill, Truist, Alex Quilis State Farm, and E*Trade Securities. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by comprehensive research and analytics.

Jason Kortman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee. 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 in-house research with third-party resources to provide diversified investment solutions and operates a large network of over 14,000 financial advisors.

Stephen Trammell is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Wells Fargo entities since 2009, including Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients through investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Shannon Sullivan is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2008. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked at Truist Investment Services, Inc. for 12 years. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Mark Hitt is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at E*TRADE Securities LLC and E*TRADE Capital Management LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process utilizes structured discovery conversations and proprietary tools without offering individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Brennon De Meritt is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he served five years in the United States Marine Corps. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 advisory relationships alongside access to discretionary separately managed accounts and provides integrated brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Eunice Jairrels is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Alpharetta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at E*Trade Securities and held positions in staffing and aviation companies. Outside of her advisory role, she works as a delivery driver for Amazon Flex. 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. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Alan Smith is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2009. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides access to proprietary research and capital markets solutions.

Leslie Bell is a Planning Consultant at the Alpharetta Investor Center, where she collaborates with Financial Consultants and VPFCs to support current and prospective clients. Her role involves partnering with clients through various life events to provide professional service and guidance tailored to their financial needs. Leslie has experience in multiple roles within Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager and Financial Representative, and has prior experience as a Customer Service Representative II at United Community Bank. This background provides her with a foundation in client relations and financial services. Outside of her professional work, Leslie is involved in family activities, fitness, social events with friends, caring for pets, running, and volunteering.

George Hill is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Duluth, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with PFS Investments Inc. since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Hill is involved in health insurance sales as a proprietor, works in online customer service, and serves in guest relations at the Infinite Energy Center. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which offers model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure, focusing on retail investors rather than institutional pension or profit-sharing plans.

Vishal Padda is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase. 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 employs over 14,000 advisors and manages approximately $671 billion in assets, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Rachelle Flood Kupelian is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Citigroup and JP Morgan Chase Bank and has operated her own retail and online sales business for over a decade. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory services to both individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning using structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers diverse investment programs alongside comprehensive planning resources.

Christopher Foley is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2019. His prior work includes roles at Apple Inc. and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Outside the financial industry, he has been involved with GEP Talent Services, LLC, a company associated with acting residuals in Burbank, California. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves individual and institutional clients, including households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, and affiliated investment vehicles.

Kelly Amato is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Milton, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2023, Amato worked at StanCorp Investment Advisers, StanCorp Equities, and Standard Retirement Services from 2016 to 2023. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.