Nicholette Hamel is a financial advisor at Dougherty Investment Advisors with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Schwend and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Prior to her advisory roles, she was employed at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for seven years. Dougherty Investment Advisors is a team-based firm managing approximately $114 million for around 180 clients, including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services, using fundamental analysis to construct portfolios that include equities, debt securities, mutual funds, ETFs, and government securities.

Carlos Uriarte is a financial advisor with First Advisors National, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wholehearted Financial Services LLC, Columbia Financial Group, and Primerica Financial Services, among others. In addition to his advisory work, he is also an insurance agent affiliated with Columbia Financial Group and operates as a sole proprietor in insurance product sales. First Advisors National manages discretionary assets for individual and high-net-worth clients, offering investment management, third-party portfolio recommendations, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes selecting and monitoring third-party money managers combined with fundamental analysis for supplemental individual security recommendations.

Ian Maddox is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Independent Financial Partners since 2012 and previously at LPL Financial from 2012 to 2019. Outside of his advisory role, Maddox serves as Vice Chair on the board of the Trussville Redevelopment Authority and is a board member of both the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Trussville City Schools Foundation. Independent Financial Partners offers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of approximately 261 independent advisors. The firm supports a decentralized advisory model with a notable focus on retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.

Matthew Kiser is a financial advisor with PNC Wealth Management in Birmingham, Alabama. He holds the Series 66 designation and has 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at BBVA Securities Inc., BBVA Compass Insurance Agency, BBVA Wealth Solutions Inc., and Compass Bank. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including a discretionary online model account available by invitation. The firm primarily utilizes approved model strategies managed by PNC or third-party strategists, with portfolio implementation and proxy voting delegated to external parties.

Peyton Jones is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently serving at Creative Planning. Prior to joining Creative Planning, he worked for seven years at Bridgeworth Wealth Management. Creative Planning provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, foundations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a financial planning–led investment approach emphasizing low-cost indexing and buy-and-hold strategies, supported by a large advisory team and centralized investment infrastructure.

Martin Adams is a financial advisor with Planmember Securities Corporation, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Planmember and Innovative Financial Solutions, Inc. since 2014 and has also operated as a self-employed advisor since 2011. Planmember Securities Corporation provides retirement-plan advisory services to employers and plan participants, serving as an ERISA Section 3(38) fiduciary for many plans. The firm employs a top-down strategic asset allocation process to manage risk-based mutual fund portfolios and offers education, support, and personalized planning services to plan sponsors and participants.

Eugene Gard is a CFP®, CFA®, and Series 63 credentialed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Creative Planning since 2023, following prior roles at Telarray, LLC and Additive Advisory and Capital, LLC. Creative Planning provides wealth management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, and corporations. The firm employs a financial-planning-led investment approach emphasizing low-cost indexing and buy-and-hold strategies alongside selective private market exposure.

Paul Vahle is a financial advisor with Truist Advisory Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at Truist Advisory Services and Truist Investment Services since 2021 and previously at Bb&T Securities and BBTIS from 2011 to 2021. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations, using a combination of discretionary manager relationships and non-discretionary consulting supported by third-party platforms and AI-enabled research tools.

Noah Lohan is a financial advisor at Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms including McMillan Financial Services and The Washington Trust Company. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved with Keystone Financial Group and InSource Financial Advisors, providing holistic financial advisory services. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, charitable and corporate entities, and retirement plans. The firm provides fee-based asset management and retirement-plan advisory services through a combination of model portfolios, third-party sub-advisers, and custom strategies.

Gene Hitchcock Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has held roles at IFP Securities, LLC, Independent Financial Partners, and LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory duties, he serves as a board member of the Trussville Cemetery Authority and is involved in a local real estate development venture. Independent Financial Partners offers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a national network of independent advisors. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving a diverse client base with customizable investment approaches and notable retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities.

Virginia Morris is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 26 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Truist Advisory Services, BB&T, and related entities. Outside of her advisory work, she volunteers with the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce and serves on the board of the Trussville City Schools Foundation. Independent Financial Partners is a nationwide enterprise serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients through a decentralized advisory model. The firm offers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services, with notable capabilities in retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting.

Seth Edgil is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 10 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Equitable Advisors and AXA Advisors, LLC. In addition to his advisory work, he is licensed as an Independent Insurance Agent and is involved in managing an inherited family property through a separate LLC. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, charitable and corporate entities, and retirement plans, offering fee-based asset management and fiduciary advice through a range of programs and affiliated investment adviser representatives.

Chadwick Messina is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Truist and its related entities since 2018, including prior roles at BB&T Investments and BB&T Securities. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset allocation, investment policy analysis, and fiduciary support, utilizing a combination of discretionary manager relationships and non-discretionary consulting supported by third-party platforms and AI-enabled research tools.

Tuyet Nguyen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, Nguyen worked at BBVA Wealth Solutions Inc., BBVA Securities Inc., Compass Bank, and ProEquities, Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she also operates a nail salon. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research.

Kyle Windham is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked at Avantax Investment Services, Inc. and operates Windham Financial Group PC, which offers accounting services and tax preparation. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm provides a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and third-party managers.

Pablo Miranda is a financial advisor at Cetera with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several financial institutions including Wells Fargo and Regions Bank. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Michael Winter is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliates since 2015, alongside concurrent roles at Regions Bank and MetLife. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary investment authorities across multiple program structures.

James Taylor is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Edward Jones in Trussville, Alabama, where he has worked for 13 years. He has 12 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, alongside affiliated mutual funds and tax-efficient services.

Stephen Sink is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and investment solutions, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Amir Khan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and based in Birmingham, AL. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2025 and has prior experience with Wells Fargo Bank, KMG Solutions, Sedgwick, and other firms dating back to 2017. 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 advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial product offerings including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Brigham Barker is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with various Fidelity entities since 2007, including Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where he works, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves in advisory roles that include management of model portfolios and oversight of affiliated sub-advisers.

Kenneth Russell is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include nine years at Wells Fargo Clearing and seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm also offers wrap fee advisory programs and institutional consulting, with a focus on public finance and municipal work alongside its retail advisory services.

Earl Falkner III is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliates since 2020 and has operated Falkner Financial Advisors since 2010. He also holds an insurance agent role selling life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individual, employer-sponsored retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform that offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a range of third-party money managers.

Sarah Thomas is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 17 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Proequities, Inc., and First Advisors Capital, Inc. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, utilizing asset-allocation analysis and firm research to develop tailored financial plans and investment recommendations.

Andrew Beard is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Gardendale, AL, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, he worked at Dan Carlisle Agency with Allstate and Altec Industries, and earlier in the food service industry with Chick-fil-a of Fultondale. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, affiliated mutual funds, and tax-efficient services through a network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices nationwide.

Whitney Mc Laughlin is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Royal Alliance Associates, Concourse Financial Group Securities, and Cetera Investment Services. Outside of financial advising, she operates a sole proprietorship as an attorney providing legal preparation related to family rental property. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable investors through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs firm-provided asset-allocation tools and a range of investment strategies across various asset classes, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Lori Merchant is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 19 years of industry experience. She has held positions at HighTower Advisors LLC and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC prior to joining her current firm. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements and a range of investment programs and educational seminars.

Jessica Leopard is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Springville, AL, holding Series 66 and Series 63 designations and four years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Marstone and Bankers Life Securities, Inc., among others. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Paul Windham is a CFP® and Series 63 licensed advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and also owns and operates Windham Financial Group PC, which provides tax preparation and accounting services. Windham has prior experience with Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services, Inc., and has maintained his CPA practice since 2000. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutions. The firm offers diverse portfolio management options through a multi-manager platform and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Gregory Tremblay is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for the Tom James Company for 15 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Greg Martin is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera since 2013 and also holds a position at Regions Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for Cub Scout Pack 93. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and operates a multi-manager platform with various program options and affiliations.

Michael Matlock is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Next Financial Group, Inc. for 14 years and has been associated with Financial Service Co. for over 18 years. Matlock also owns a tax preparation and accounting business and is involved in non-variable insurance services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies.

Michael Hunter is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Trussville, AL, holding a Series 63 designation with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. 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 strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee options, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Gregory Brooks is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cetera and its affiliates since 2001 and operates Brooks Financial Services LLC, his own financial services business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, employer-sponsored, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, utilizing multi-manager platforms and various program structures.

Robin Owens is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 license and over 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2024, following prior roles at Avantax Advisory Services and 1ST Global Capital Corp. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options and services delivered through a large nationwide network of independent advisors.

Brandi Jones is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Gardendale, AL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2015. Outside of her advisory work, she is also an artist involved in arts and crafts. 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 uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Katherine Schablow is a financial advisor at Cetera with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Cetera since 2017 in various capacities. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in antique dealing. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party money managers.

Jason Lippeatt is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2025, following prior roles at Investment Distributors Inc and Concourse Financial Group Securities Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that includes discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, supporting a network of over 10,000 advisors and managing more than $256 billion in assets.

Angela Mixon is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Trussville, Alabama, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2011, totaling 15 years at the firm. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Kimberly Young is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. She also assists her mother with managing her accounts under a power of attorney arrangement. Raymond James & Associates offers financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm provides tailored financial plans and investment recommendations, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory relationships.

Brice Falkner is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with several firms, including Cetera Advisors LLC, Rockridge Partners, LLC, and Falkner Financial Advisors, which he has operated since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, Falkner serves on the finance committee of the First Baptist Church of Trussville. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that supports discretionary and non-discretionary management across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Jennifer Farris is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Trussville, AL, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2013 and was previously affiliated with Axa Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors and participants, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and various third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Earl Falkner Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 49 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked with Securities Service Network, Inc. and managed his own firm, Falkner Financial Advisors. He is also active as an insurance agent, selling life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary accounts across various program structures.

Sara Hibbs is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Trussville, Alabama, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 23 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include six years at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and sixteen years at ProEquities, Inc. Outside of her advisory work, she owns a lawn care business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Bonnie Brewer is a financial advisor at Cetera with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Ameriprise Financial Services, and SA Stone Wealth Management. Outside of advising, she is involved in retail and online sales through her role at Pottery Barn. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and multiple program structures.

Eric Cantrell is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 63 registrations and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research since 2013, including roles at both Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, Cantrell is involved in employee benefits brokerage and human resources through his ownership of SIX8 LLC, and he also works as a writer and speaker. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals, utilizing various portfolio management strategies and platform arrangements tailored to client objectives.

Dusty Kanute is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 25 years of industry experience. His career includes tenure at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining Raymond James in 2022. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $500.956 billion in assets with more than 5,400 financial advisors. The firm provides wealth advisory planning and investment consulting to a broad client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and government entities, delivering non-discretionary planning and portfolio recommendations supported by an extensive affiliate network.