Jeffrey Riblet is a financial advisor at Asset Protection Group, LLC with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has worked at his current firm since 2010. Riblet also provides personal financial counseling to military personnel, focusing on military benefits, cash flow, and debt reduction. Asset Protection Group offers discretionary portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm uses fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory in investment selection and operates as a fiduciary without taking custody of client assets.

John Cory is the principal of Asset Accumulation, Protection, Preservation, and Transfer, LLC in Blue Ridge, GA, with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC from 2015 to 2019. In addition to his advisory role, he is a licensed attorney and CPA, actively practicing law and preparing tax returns. He also holds life, health, disability, and annuity insurance licenses and serves as co-trustee for two trusts. His firm provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, and various entities, including corporations and family limited partnerships. The firm emphasizes asset allocation, portfolio construction, and third-party manager selection through wrap-fee programs, integrating legal, tax, and insurance expertise with investment advice.

Ian Mayville is the principal advisor at Swords Capital Management, LLC, an independent firm based in Blue Ridge, GA. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 29 years of experience in the financial industry, including a long tenure at LPL Financial. Ian launched Swords Capital Management in 2024 to provide independent advisory services. Swords Capital Management offers portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and business entities. The firm manages approximately $47 million in assets and employs a discretionary approach that incorporates cyclical and fundamental analysis alongside modern portfolio theory, with portfolios typically emphasizing equity ETFs, individual equities, and a range of alternative strategies.

Gregory Freeman is a ChFC® credentialed advisor with 47 years of industry experience, currently with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He has held roles at Kestra Advisory, Kestra Investment Services, and NFP Securities prior to joining ValMark in 2022. Outside of his advisory work, he is president of AdvisorServe, a consulting and insurance business. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm offers diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, along with fee-based planning and retirement consulting services.

Scott Stooksbury is a financial advisor at CreativeOne Wealth, LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Virtue Capital Management, LLC and Horter Investment Management, LLC. He is also president of Synergy Wealth Management, Inc., where he is involved in fixed insurance sales and life and annuities. CreativeOne Wealth, LLC provides fee-based asset management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and sub-advisory services to individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and other RIAs. The firm uses a range of investment strategies, including proprietary ETF-based core models and third-party managers, supported by quantitative and fundamental analyses.

Clifford Shirah is a financial advisor at CL Wealth Management LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Cabot Lodge Securities, SB Advisory, LLC, IFS Securities, Inc., and ProEquities, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as treasurer for the FCHS Dugout Club, a nonprofit booster organization supporting a local high school baseball team. CL Wealth Management LLC is a multi-advisor SEC-registered firm serving individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers portfolio advisory services, financial planning, and client education, using tailored investment strategies and a combination of fundamental and technical analysis.

Thomas Franklin is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones who has four years of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones in 2021, he held positions at Goodall Management, the Appalachian Judicial Circuit, Hulsey Concrete, and the Gilmer County Sheriff's Office. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a compliance officer for the Appalachian Drug Court in Jasper, GA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jared Arrant is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Ellijay, GA, holding the Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Community Service Chair for the Rotary Club of Gilmer County, where he organizes community service projects and food drives. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Mark Wells is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a sole proprietorship related to boat renting. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs. The firm emphasizes tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Channing Smith is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked previously at First Citizens Investor Services, First Citizens Bank, and Horace Mann Companies. Smith holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. 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 and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

John Demere Jr. is a Series 66-licensed advisor at OSAIC with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Southern Financial Consultants and Uber, as well as various jobs outside the financial sector. OSAIC is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory services supported by advanced portfolio management tools and access to multiple custodial platforms, standing out for its scale and consolidation activity in the industry.

Walter Boleman Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 41 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Triad Advisors Inc. and D2 Investments. In addition to his advisory role, he is a partner at D-Squared Investments. OSAIC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA member broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing risk-tolerance assessments and portfolio optimization tools to manage diverse investment portfolios.

Arthur Tredway II is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Ellijay, GA. He has 15 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in management decisions for a commercial retail center in Fort Wayne, IN. 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 nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Deborah Lewis is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience. She is currently with OSAIC and has previously worked with D2 Investments and Triad Advisors Inc. She is a partner at D-Squared Investments, LLC. Osaic Wealth, Inc. is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by advanced portfolio management tools.

Elias Alewel is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Ellijay, GA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank OZK, NC State Employees Credit Union, and several positions in retail and medical industries. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Payton Holt is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Southern Financial Consultants and Royal Alliance Associates, INC. Outside of finance, Holt has experience working at golf clubs and spent four years affiliated with Truett McConnell University. 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, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors.

Richard Garcia is a financial advisor at Merrill with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2000 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a consultant and independent contractor for the Atlanta Track Club, assisting with event video and photo documentation. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients, offering managed accounts, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm’s investment approach includes multiple program strategies and extensive manager selection overseen by a dedicated CIO, with integration into Bank of America’s broader financial platform.

Amanda Payne is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 1999. Outside of her advisory role, she manages Bulls Eye Investments LLC, a real estate business based in Blue Ridge, GA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Elliott Gitt is a financial advisor at OSAIC with Series 66 credentials and one year of experience in the industry. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked at LaborJacks for four years while attending the University of Colorado. OSAIC is a large-scale investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base that includes individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing technology-driven investment processes and multiple custodial platforms.

Jason Taulbee is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and over 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Gwfs Equities, Inc. for 11 years before joining Thrivent in 2025. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive written recommendations on a range of financial planning topics without portfolio management or discretionary trading authority. The firm integrates planning with managed-account services through its “WealthPlan” option while maintaining separate service structures.

Joshua Chancey is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Goodall & Associates, the State of Georgia, North Georgia Christian Academy, and the Gilmer County Sheriff's Office. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individuals and institutions, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a broad range of investment strategies, advisory services, and affiliated products through a large network of financial advisors and branches nationwide.

Lacey Jernigan is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked for Safe Harbor Mortgage for six years and held positions at Mount Pisgah Christian School. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Martin Titus is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Ellijay, GA, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. 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 and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.