Gavin Langley is a financial advisor with Sollinda Capital Management LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Saxony Securities Inc, Capital Investment Group, Inc., and Bogue Sound Financial, where he is also involved as a business activity. Langley serves as a committee member at First Methodist Church in Morehead City, NC. Sollinda Capital Management provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and profit-sharing plans. The firm employs multiple proprietary investment strategies and primarily manages accounts on a discretionary basis using liquid public securities, with an emphasis on allocation and risk management.

Caroline Georgiadis is a financial advisor with Credit Union Investment Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 20 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Allegacy Federal Credit Union and Cuso Financial Services, as well as current positions with Members Trust Company, SECU Life Insurance Company, SECU Brokerage Services, and State Employees' Credit Union. She also serves as a Financial Advisory Services Specialist and insurance agent within the SECU network. Credit Union Investment Services serves primarily North Carolina residents, focusing on individual investors and some trust clients. The firm offers non-discretionary portfolio management, retirement and financial planning, and emphasizes low-cost, index-based mutual funds and ETFs within a goals-based, long-term planning framework.

Steven Jones is a financial advisor with Good Life Advisors, LLC in Morehead City, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors before joining Good Life Advisors and LPL Financial in 2016. Good Life Advisors provides investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individuals, families, businesses, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a team-based approach with multiple methods of analysis to tailor advice and offers a range of programmatic investment solutions alongside educational seminars and subscription planning services.

Angelia King is a financial advisor with Capitol Securities Management, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has worked at Capitol Securities Management since 2014 and was previously with Silver Linings from 2020 to 2021. Capitol Securities Management serves individuals, corporate and charitable clients, trustees, and plan sponsors by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, comprehensive financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm manages assets through various accounts and programs, utilizing a range of investment instruments and providing access to third-party money managers and model portfolios.

Tiffany Grammer Newlin is a financial advisor with Good Life Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors, and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Good Life Advisors provides investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individuals, families, business entities, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a team approach and multiple analysis methods to tailor advice and offers a range of programmatic solutions, educational seminars, and subscription planning services.

Jason Wilson is a financial advisor with Credit Union Investment Services in Beaufort, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has worked with Members Trust Company since 2022 and has been affiliated with Credit Union Investment Services and SECU-related entities since 2015. Wilson also serves as a financial advisory services specialist at State Employees' Credit Union and as an agent for SECU Life Insurance Company. Credit Union Investment Services serves primarily North Carolina residents, focusing on individual investors and a smaller number of trust clients. The firm offers non-discretionary portfolio management, retirement and financial planning, and a wrap-fee program, recommending mostly low-cost, index-based mutual funds and ETFs along with fixed-income products through a goals-based, long-term planning approach.

Robert Hardin Sr. is a financial advisor with OSAIC Institutions, INC. based in Morehead City, NC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Infinex Investments, Inc. since 2013 and First Bancorp since 2012. Osaic Institutions serves individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans by providing a range of advisory and brokerage services through customized engagements. The firm’s approach includes fundamental and technical analysis, asset allocation, and access to alternative investments, with a notable emphasis on non-discretionary assets.

John Tulloss III is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with eight years of industry experience, currently with Truist Advisory Services. He has held various roles within Truist and its predecessor firms, including BB&T and SunTrust, since 2012. Outside of his advisory work, he co-manages Battleground Farms, LLC, which oversees his family's farm and timber business in Nash County, North Carolina. Truist Advisory Services is a large SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions, combining model portfolios, third-party managers, and advisor-led asset allocation, supported by proprietary research and multiple investment platforms.

Noel Rupprecht is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Commonwealth, he worked at Care Net Pregnancy Center of the EUP from 2015 to 2021. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their retail and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including wealth management and retirement plan consulting, and provides operational, trading, technology, compliance, and practice-management support to affiliated advisors.

Jacob Hoyumpa is a financial advisor at Commonwealth Financial Network with a Series 66 designation and one year of experience in the industry. Prior to his career in financial advising, he served four years in the United States Marine Corps. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,900 affiliated advisors and managing around $212.7 billion in client assets. The firm provides a broad adviser-support platform including managed-account programs, access to third-party asset managers, retirement and plan consulting, and custody/clearing services.

David Miller is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Newport, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with First Citizens Investor Services since 2011. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, pension plans, and business entities. The firm utilizes a client-focused approach combining risk- and outcomes-based asset allocation, discretionary and non-discretionary management, and third-party managers, supported by technology-driven portfolio solutions and tax-aware services.

Carlo Oldani is a financial advisor with Truist Advisory Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at BB&T Securities before joining Truist in 2021. Oldani serves on the local board of directors for Public Radio East, a nonprofit NPR affiliate in Eastern North Carolina. Truist Advisory Services is a large SEC-registered investment adviser with approximately 2,455 advisors and $67.7 billion in assets under management. The firm provides investment consulting and plan services to individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions that combine model portfolios, third-party managers, and advisor-led asset allocation.

Tara Gould is a CFP® and ChFC® affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network, with four years of industry experience. She has worked at Atlantic Wealth Management since 2021 and previously held positions at Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. and Marine Corps Community Services. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and services including custom portfolio solutions and retirement plan consulting. The firm provides operational, trading, technology, investment management, compliance, and practice-management support to affiliated advisors.

John Adamczuk is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been associated with both Commonwealth Financial Network and Crossbridge Financial since 1997. Outside of his advisory work, he is a part owner of Crossbridge Financial Group, LLC. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and support services, including discretionary model portfolios and customized investment solutions, while providing operations, compliance, and technology infrastructure to affiliated advisors.

Ashley Hardison is a Series 66 licensed advisor with nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Truist Advisory Services since 2021 and previously spent six years at BB&T Securities. Hardison is based in Morehead City, NC. Truist Advisory Services is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary solutions that combine model portfolios, third-party managers, and advisor-led asset allocation.

Jennifer Mann is a CFP® professional with 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network and Atlantic Wealth Management, LLC. Her prior experience includes roles at Merit Financial Group, Stratos Wealth Partners, Lifestyle Planning Solutions, LPL Financial, and The Botsford Group. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and back-office support, including operations, trading, technology, investment management, compliance, and practice-management services.

Greg Patterson is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience and has been with Commonwealth Financial Network since 2014. He is based in Morehead City, NC, and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Atlantic Properties Group, LLC, a non-investment-related business. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser supporting a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and services, including discretionary model portfolios and personalized investment solutions, while delivering operations, technology, compliance, and practice-management support to affiliated advisors.

W Early is a financial advisor with Centaurus Financial, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Centaurus Financial since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of a tax accounting and tax practice and is a managing member of a fishing charter business in Beaufort, NC. Centaurus Financial, Inc. provides advisory services through a network of independent representatives to individuals, families, businesses, and institutions, offering financial planning, investment management, and access to third-party money managers. The firm combines fundamental and technical analysis and supports a range of portfolio management strategies.

Charles Creekmore Jr. is a CFP® professional with 37 years of industry experience, currently serving at Janney Montgomery Scott since 2003. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Atlantic Beach, NC. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer managing approximately $100.8 billion in client assets. The firm offers a broad range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and brokerage for individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, charities, and institutions.

Kirby Sloan is a CFP® certificant with nine years of industry experience. He is currently with Commonwealth Financial Network and Sloan Trust, having previously worked at Edward Jones and Sherwin Williams Paint Co. Sloan also owns Sloan Financial Group, LLC, a private entity involved in securities, advisory, and insurance business. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients, providing a range of advisory programs, wealth management, and retirement plan consulting. The firm supports advisors with operations, technology, investment management, and compliance, offering customizable portfolio solutions and discretionary model portfolios through its Investment Management and Research team.

James Canady is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network in Morehead City, NC, holding a Series 66 credential and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Commonwealth since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for the Bogue Village Homeowners Association. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser that supports a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors, providing a range of advisory programs, investment management, and practice-management services. The firm offers discretionary model portfolios and customizable program structures while acting as a back-office platform provider for affiliated advisors.

Mackenzie Sherrard is a financial advisor at Commonwealth Financial Network with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Atlantic Wealth Management and Commonwealth Financial Network. Her prior career includes roles in education and furniture retail. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and support services. The firm provides operational, trading, technology, and compliance platforms, enabling advisors to manage client portfolios with access to a broad range of investment products and discretionary model portfolios.

Patrick Cottle is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Gabriel Tiller is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Morehead City, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he was involved with Kalisher/Art is Love, LLC for five years and has a background that includes full-time education at Parsons School of Design. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Browning Sanderson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Morehead City, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and offering 12 years of industry experience. Sanderson has been with Edward Jones since 2015. 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 under management and provides a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, including separately managed accounts and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Konstantinos Hemmerly is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. He also operates a separate business under the name Fidelis Wealth Management. LPL Financial provides advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, institutions, charities, and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a variety of investment solutions, supported by in-house research and multiple delivery options, combining large-scale advisory operations with additional financial product services.

John Matta is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Beaufort, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Frederick H. Cooke is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 41 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1988. Outside of his advisory role, Cooke serves on the Finance Committee at McMannen United Methodist Church and leads a local boating safety education organization affiliated with the US Power Squadrons. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings tailored through proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Aleksandr Goldberg Rugalev is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s IPS-driven investment approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Ryan Hale is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2006. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Atlantic Beach, NC. Outside of his advisory role, he manages Hale Investment Group, LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial provides advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, institutions, and high-net-worth households. The firm supports its network of investment adviser representatives with in-house research, model portfolios, and a variety of service delivery options tailored to client needs.

Ryan Morris is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as the head varsity baseball coach at Croatan High School in Newport, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated services through a large network of advisors and branch offices.

Henry Kahen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Atlantic Beach, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for ten years before joining Ameriprise in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in independent insurance brokering and owns a business called Bogue Banks Holdings, LLC. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Daniel Fischler is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a member of the Morehead City, NC Planning Board. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Paige Joyner is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. She previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2011 to 2020. Outside of her advisory role, Joyner serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the White Oak Elementary PTO in Cape Carteret, NC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement, offering written Recommendation Reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research, modeling, and advisory expertise with a broad range of brokerage and insurance solutions.

William Vallecillo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019, following prior roles at W&S Brokerage Services, Inc. and UNCW. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, with a broad offering that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Barton Farrell is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and held prior roles at LPL Financial, Brennan Asset Management, Cetera Advisors Networks LLC, and Ivy Funds Distributor Inc. 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 wide range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Timothy Necaise is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2020. He previously worked at Nationwide Securities, Inc. for 18 years and operates his own financial services and insurance businesses. He serves as secretary and board member of the Morehead City Noon Rotary Club. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, and charitable organizations through a large network of independent financial professionals. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services using various platforms and third-party strategists.

James Dee is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously served in the U.S. Marine Corps for ten years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors.

Joseph Spruill is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Spruill also holds a real estate license in North Carolina. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

James Bengala is a CFP® professional with 42 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2005 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership interests in real estate-related businesses in North Carolina. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Richard Foley II is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at 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 both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of investment options, notably insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Cheryl Mansfield is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Morehead City, NC, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. She has 14 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Mansfield Photography, specializing in beach, senior, and party photos, and serves as a board member of the Downtown Morehead City Revitalization organization. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm is notable for its extensive retail advisor network and affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services.

Morgan Edmondson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Greenville, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2024, Morgan worked at Page and Smith, PA from 2022 to 2024. Outside of financial advising, Morgan supports the Young Farmers and Ranchers program in North Carolina, which promotes agriculture education and awareness in the farming community. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Hilton O'Neal is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Beaufort, NC, with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2019, he served four years in the United States Coast Guard. 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 nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Abigail Wheeler is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Newport, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Ally Invest Securities, Fidelity Investments, TIAA, and Wells Fargo Advisors. LPL Financial serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutions, offering a variety of advisory and brokerage services supported by an in-house research team and a broad platform of investment solutions.

Deborah Stewart is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has been with Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and 2025, respectively. Prior to her career in financial services, she worked in retail positions at Handy Mart and Bed Bath and Beyond. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services, using an investment policy statement-driven process grounded in modern portfolio theory, and includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Sanford Smith is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. He is currently based in Emerald Isle, NC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methods such as Monte Carlo simulations. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct and corporate financial planning arrangements.

Stephen Sharkey is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving clients since 1989, focusing on creating personalized financial strategies that align with clients' priorities and life goals. Stephen’s approach emphasizes developing holistic, tailored wealth management plans that consider each client’s unique personality and needs. Stephen’s expertise encompasses liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. He holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS™), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Stephen earned his bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Stephen is actively engaged in his community, volunteering with organizations such as JDRF. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, music, photography, singing, traveling, woodworking, spending time with his family, and practicing yoga.

Michael Orr is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) affiliated with Edward Jones, located in Beaufort, NC, with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1999 and maintains concurrent roles with Sia Group and Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. 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 and strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.