Steven Cooke is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 66, Series 63, and Series 65 designations and having eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services since 2026 and was previously with Wells Fargo Bank, NA for 15 years. 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, utilizing research from its Investment Institute and third-party data to guide investment selections.

Steven Sherman is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. His previous work includes positions at Papa Johns, The Home Depot, K-Flex USA, and GradePower Learning. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing a rental property where he performs light maintenance. Fidelity, through its Strategic Advisers LLC division, offers investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios consisting of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Richard Girod is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Currituck Club, Island Smoothie Cafe LLC, and military service with the United States Army Reserves. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Reid Twine is a CFP® professional based in Raleigh, NC, affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing. He has 18 years of industry experience, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2017. 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.

Benjamin Grossfuss is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2021, he worked at Syneos Health and FIS Global. Grossfuss also has a background in academia from Lynchburg College. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Audrey Dixon is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following three years at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Carlos Cirkovic Von Hubbenet is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Counter Culture Coffee. 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 a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Michael Legette is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at TD Ameritrade, Scottrade, and Primerica. Outside of his advisory role, he speaks periodically to religious and community groups about personal financial stewardship and the financial services profession. Charles Schwab 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 combines non-discretionary client advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a centralized operational and custody platform.

Thomas Perry Jr. is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nearly five decades of industry experience. He has worked at Osaic since 2026 and previously served at Independent Advisor Alliance, Cornerstone Financial Partners dba Midtown Advisors, and LPL Financial. Perry is also the owner of Midtown Advisors, an LLC offering securities and insurance services. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services with a focus on using asset allocation tools and third-party solutions to construct and manage portfolios.

Christopher Felts is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services before joining Wells Fargo Clearing Services in 2018. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options, including niche areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis, using research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Glenn Henshaw is a CFA® charterholder with 45 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, having previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery and planning tools, with plans supported by the Global Investment Committee’s return estimates and Monte Carlo simulations.

Benjamin Plyler is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has prior experience with Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services that include investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with options for both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Reid Bowen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2018 and previously at Mission Value Partners from 2015 to 2018. Bowen serves on the Board of Trustees for the R. Keith Like Scholarship Endowment Fund. 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 range of planning services and delivers tailored recommendations using Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Timothy Riebock is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity since 2018, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant 1, Investment Management Consultant, Relationship Manager, High Net Worth Service Associate, and Customer Relationship Advocate. Throughout his tenure, he has developed expertise in investment management and client relationship services. Timothy holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. His professional approach emphasizes integrity, objectivity, and diligence, focusing on collaboration and clear communication to help clients build strategies aligned with their goals. Outside of his professional role, Timothy enjoys activities such as camping, fishing, fitness, outdoor adventures, reading, and exploring food.

Giselle Pater is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Raleigh, NC, and has three years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill from 2006 to 2023. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools, including Monte Carlo simulations, as part of its financial planning process.

James Branan Sr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked for Cornwell Quality Tools for 20 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Jennifer Hinnant is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with the Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Andrew Gosselin is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. Prior to this, he worked as a Registered Client Service Associate at Ameriprise Financial Services from 2022 to 2023 and served as a Paraplanner at Cornerstone Wealth Management between 2019 and 2022. He holds a California Insurance License. Andrew focuses on assisting clients by providing education on financial planning topics and facilitating robust planning conversations. Utilizing Fidelity's planning tools, he supports clients in making informed financial decisions aligned with their goals. Outside of his professional work, Andrew enjoys engaging in family activities, football, and embraces parenthood.

Karl Spruill is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Members Trust Company and SeCU Life Insurance Company among other roles. Fidelity’s subsidiary, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Scott Werts is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank SSB since 2015. 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 a broad range of integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.