David Altman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2011. 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.

Marva Livingston is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Morrisville, NC. She holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of experience in banking, previously working at First National Bank of Pennsylvania and PNC Bank. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Michael Divittorio is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and Thrivent Advisor Network DBA 49 Financial. Outside of finance, he has experience in the restaurant industry, including positions at Chillfire Bar and Grill, Hibachi Japan, Jersey Mikes, and Chow Pizza & Burger Bar. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, delivering model portfolios that incorporate mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs through systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Timothy Ellis is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and scenario modeling in its financial planning process.

Sapna Mahalingham is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo and Merrill, as well as Bank of America. 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 employs over 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party analytics.

Louis Crawford is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Raleigh, NC, holding CFP® and CFA® designations along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 21 years of industry experience, including roles at Triangle Securities Wealth Management and CSenge Advisory Group. Crawford serves as a director of the Raleigh Kiwanis Foundation, a nonprofit organization involved in charitable grant approvals. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. provides wealth advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services primarily to high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its integrated Schwab Wealth Advisory program, which offers a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts.

Lauren Newlin is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2025. She focuses on understanding her clients' individual goals and values to develop personalized financial planning strategies. Lauren emphasizes listening to her clients and fostering trust and transparency to support them throughout their financial journeys. Lauren has progressive experience within Fidelity Investments, having served in roles including Investment Solutions Representative II, Investment Solutions Representative I, High Net Worth Associate, and Client Service Representative between 2021 and 2025. This range of positions has provided her with a comprehensive perspective on financial planning and client service. No information about Lauren's education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement has been provided.

Nicholas Cerullo is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Capital Area Soccer League, also known as NCFC Youth, based in Raleigh, NC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which combines written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Alfred Hobgood IV is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Scott & Stringfellow, LLC. He serves on the board of directors for Interact of Wake County, a domestic violence awareness group. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored advisory programs and portfolio management services using both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Frederick Gunther is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 36 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2018. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 12 years and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management for 2 years. Gunther operates Founders Wealth, LLC in connection with his LPL business. 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 financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisors, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies.

David Mcintyre Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Bank of America, and Merrill. Mcintyre serves on the Wake County Advisory Board for the Salvation Army, focusing on community and humanitarian efforts. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s process emphasizes structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools without offering individual security recommendations in standalone planning.

Jerod Allen is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Pinnacle Financial Partners. Outside his advisory work, he serves as an associate at Pinnacle Asset Management, providing banking and loan services while making investment referrals. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse clientele, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary advisory services supported by advanced analytical tools and maintains specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Myson Darden is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, he held positions at UBS, Fidelity, and North Star Resource Group, and spent several years working in education. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nicholas Bodnar is a CFP® professional with 13 years of experience at Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2013. He holds a Series 66 license and is based in Chapel Hill, NC. 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 solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Eric O'Brien is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, Citizens Securities, and Transamerica Capital. Prior to entering the financial sector, he was involved with The Chef's Table for nine years. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm’s approach combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, delivering model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term benchmarks.

Anthony Crutchfield is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for four years and has experience with North Carolina State University and the Kerr Family YMCA. 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.

Ryan Warren is a Series 66-licensed advisor at Osaic Wealth Inc with one year of industry experience. His background includes roles at Capitol Financial Solutions and various positions during his education at North Carolina State University. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform focused on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a variety of managed account programs.

William Hollingsworth is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on providing personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients' unique financial goals. His approach emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of each client's financial picture to create flexible strategies suited to changing market conditions. He also connects clients to Merrill's investment insights and the banking and lending services of Bank of America. William's areas of expertise include college education planning, corporate benefits and executive services, family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, special needs planning, and managing new wealth. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of South Carolina. Outside of his professional role, William enjoys adventure sports, boating, fishing, scuba diving, and skiing. He continues his family’s legacy as a financial advisor and is committed to providing a high level of service guided by a philosophy that integrates all aspects of his clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals.

Austin Taylor is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Durham, NC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC for four years and has held positions at several other financial services firms. 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 and third-party asset management, with advice provided by a large network of investment adviser representatives who utilize various portfolio strategies and operational support tools.

Jennifer Hoselton is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Chapel Hill, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. UBS Financial Services offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, combining fiduciary financial planning with institutional trading capabilities and research-driven portfolio management.