Amit Jaiswal Kalwar is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping families and business owners grow and protect their wealth through customized investment management strategies. His approach involves listening carefully to clients' goals and objectives to develop personalized plans that address wealth accumulation, retirement planning, estate planning strategies, and college funding. With over 25 years of experience, Amit focuses on family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, and personal retirement planning. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Houston. Outside of his professional work, Amit is involved with the East Bay SPCA and enjoys cooking, football, golfing, and traveling.

Harry Zimmerman is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Vanguard Marketing Corporation, The Vanguard Group, and prior academic positions at the University of North Carolina: Charlotte and Central Piedmont Community College. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to create portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering various customization options and managing a large client base through a digital delivery platform.

Garry Fils Aime is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 63 designation and 23 years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple tenures at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Corning. 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, utilizing research and analytics to support its investment and retirement plan solutions.

Danny Lopez is a financial advisor with Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2019 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Bank of America. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies managed by internal and third-party teams for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ross Peterson is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. Before joining Vanguard in 2025, he worked at Fidelity Investments and AllState Insurance Company, among other firms. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and eligible employer‑sponsored retirement plan participants through a mix of automated and human-supported investment advice. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach, constructing portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs with options for customization and tax-aware features.

Ernest Alexander is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 8 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Vanguard Advisers, he spent 29 years at TIAA and TIAA-CREF. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its Vanguard Digital Advisor and Personal Advisor services, serving retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages portfolios primarily using Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Jasmine Mason is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years at the firm and 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Outside of her advisory role, she is a general partner and managing member of Bare Scentials LLC, a candle and craft business based in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Todd Rose is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors, Inc., Securities America, Inc., and OSAIC. Outside of advising, he works as an international visitor liaison and has been a background actor. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory and brokerage services, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by in-house and third-party research.

Kyle Shanaberger is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2017, following a year at PNC Investments. 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 combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

David Teague is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a 20% ownership in a family real estate business, Happy's Way, LLC, where he manages properties and negotiates sales. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering tailored portfolio management and financial planning through a variety of advisory programs and a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Joshua Holby is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Pinnacle Financial Partners. Outside of advisory work, Holby is involved in ownership of rental real estate through Legacy Holdings LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports a wide network of advisors with advanced analytical tools and specialty services, including municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Peter Levinson is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads The L/A Wealth Management Group, which coordinates the financial affairs of medical and legal professionals, business owners, corporate executives, families, retirees, and non-profit organizations. Peter and his team focus on personalized wealth management, emphasizing clients' life priorities, investment personalities, and financial situations to help achieve specific financial objectives. With 30 years of experience, Peter specializes in family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, and services for defined benefit and contribution plans. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Duke University and a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Additionally, he has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Peter is active in community involvement, having served on boards of non-profit organizations such as Temple Israel, Temple Beth El, The Levine Jewish Community Center, and the 24 Foundation. He has also been Vice Chair of North Carolina Hillel. In his personal time, Peter enjoys cycling, playing golf and guitar, skiing, cooking, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Robert Ford is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to this, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in timber land management through a family partnership. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s services include investment policy preparation, performance reporting, and participant education, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related and bank deposit sweep options in their investment menus.

Curtis Mills is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has worked at Vanguard Advisers and related Vanguard entities since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Mills is self-employed as a consultant assisting individuals in recovering funds owed from recent forced property sales. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a high client-to-advisor ratio through its digital platform and team servicing model.

Stratford Kiger is a financial advisor with Merrill in Charlotte, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he was an owner and attorney at Kiger Law, PC for nine years and has been associated with Bank of America since 2019. He is involved in several charitable organizations, including serving on the fundraising committee for Women Executives for Community Service Inc and as co-chair of a fundraising campaign for Salem Academy & College. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

George Adams is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at LPL Financial LLC and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory career, he operates a barbecue business under the name Romans Fourteen Three BBQ. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice through its digital and personal advisor services, serving retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm utilizes a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and manages portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Malachi Conyers III is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vanguard Advisers. He has worked with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and THE Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2013. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach using proprietary models to customize asset allocations, primarily utilizing Vanguard funds and ETFs, and manages a large client base through its digital platform and advisor team.

Megan Otlowski is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Virginia Beach, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in a centralized consulting approach, serving clients primarily through Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Philip Salice is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Barings, Carousel Capital, Harris Williams, and Bank of America. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional accounts. The firm utilizes tailored planning and analytical tools to support client goals and is notable for its municipal advisory affiliation and specialized retirement plan consulting services.

Allen Stafford Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 47 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2009 and 2015, respectively. He is based in Charlotte, NC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including financial and estate planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.