Ethan Crupe is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at The Vanguard Group and has additional experience with JFQ Lending Inc. and Fast Copy. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Julie Lalwani is a CFP® with 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Ameriprise and has previously worked at Edward Jones, Bank of America, and Merrill. Lalwani is based in Phoenix, AZ. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Alexandra Teague is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones for 14 years before joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2026. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Robert Daugherty is a financial advisor at Cetera with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked at Renaissance Financial Corp and various insurance firms since 2021, and has also been affiliated with Cetera since 2023. Outside of advisory roles, he has experience as an insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisor serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio solutions, incorporating third-party managers and bespoke strategies across various program structures.

Zachary Smolens is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and has been in the industry since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America, N.A. Outside of financial services, he has worked in various sectors including food delivery and retail. 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, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Douglas Johnson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and the Wisconsin Army National Guard. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services and model-based investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charities. The firm offers both discretionary and model-based portfolio management supported by internal and third-party managers.

Heather Coleman is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with five years of industry experience. She previously worked at TIAA and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., among other firms. Outside of her advisory role, she is applying to serve as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory programs and affiliated capabilities, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and tax-efficient services.

Michael Robinson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2010, including roles at Charles Schwab Bank, TRI-AD Capital Management, and Charles Schwab Trust Bank. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized operational and supervisory structures.

Bradley Hughs is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Southwest Wealth Advisory Group and Woodbury Financial Services prior to joining LPL Financial. Hughs is involved in non-variable insurance activities and operates Hughs Financial Services, Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Jacob Newsome is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including USAA, MassMutual, and MML Investors Services. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2019. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering bundled advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm combines non-discretionary client relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and provides multi-asset model portfolios supported by comprehensive research and due diligence processes.

Eric Morgan is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Mesa, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 23 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Financial and Financial Advocates Advisory Services. He is also associated as an advisor with Desert Financial Wealth Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and institutional clients, using tailored, non-discretionary strategies supported by advanced analytical tools.

Kathy Salcido is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Scottsdale, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she is an owner of Melaleuca, Inc., a private company, earning commissions for referring shoppers. RBC Wealth Management serves a broad client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering a range of wrap fee advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm utilizes in-house and third-party investment managers and provides options for tax management, responsible investing, and alternative investments.

Alan Karim is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, Arizona, and has 11 years of industry experience. He has been with both Merrill and Bank of America since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Arizona Council on Economic Education, where he helps organize volunteer events to promote financial literacy among students. 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.

Kyler Kreshock is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he held roles in entertainment and retail, including positions with EEG Entertainment and Texas Roadhouse. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients 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 and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a structured alternative-investment platform.

Philip Obrien is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2017, with prior experience at Revana. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jacob Tinney is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with six years of industry experience. Prior to his current role at Charles Schwab, he worked at Charles Schwab Bank and the Viet Uc English Center. Outside of his advisory work, he owns an ecommerce website focused on selling clothing. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and providing centralized custody and operational services across a large client base.

Victor Sesate is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been associated with Fidelity Investments and its affiliated advisory businesses since 2012. Victor works at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios and provides advisory services through registered investment companies and model portfolios.

Heath Whetsel is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) and Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC) designations, along with FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations and life and health insurance licenses. Heath's practice focuses on assisting high-net-worth clients with estate planning, retirement planning, risk management, and portfolio management by developing customized investment strategies through a disciplined wealth management process. Heath has worked in the financial services industry since 2000. Prior to that, he served five years in the U.S. Army with the Armored Cavalry in Germany and California, including two deployments to former Yugoslavia. He has a Bachelor's degree in Business Finance from Western International University and is a lifetime member of Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Heath is an Arizona partner for Merrill - The Special Needs Team, working with special-needs professionals and family members to improve the long-term well-being of individuals unable to care for themselves. Heath resides in Phoenix and enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife Theresa, son Christian, daughter Sarah, son-in-law Peter, and twin granddaughters Tatum and Paige.

Tyler Sherwood is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial in Scottsdale, AZ. He has held roles at Raymond James and Ameriprise, and is involved with Key Wealth Management in a client support capacity. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and supports municipal and public finance work through specialized affiliations.

Stephen Pettee is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.