Zachary Smith is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at Northside Group Wealth Management, LLC since 2017. Prior to this, he operated under Zachary Stan Smith dba Northside Wealth Management from 2010 to 2017. He is also involved in mortgage origination and insurance sales. Northside Group Wealth Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals and small businesses, including management of retirement-plan assets. The firm generally manages portfolios on a non-discretionary basis with documented risk tolerance and client approval for transactions, while also offering insurance and pension plan services.

Pamela Brandt is a CFP® professional with 42 years of industry experience. She is currently with Sustainable Advisors Alliance LLC, where she has worked since 2021. Her prior experience includes 13 years at Portfolio Resources Advisor Group and Portfolio Resources Group, Inc., as well as 19 years at the College for Financial Planning. Sustainable Advisors Alliance provides investment management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, corporations, non-profits, and pension/profit-sharing plans. The firm focuses on sustainable, responsible, and impact investing using ESG criteria, employing both passive and active strategies tailored to clients’ goals and preferences.

Matthew Voreh is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Truist Advisory Services since 2021, following prior roles at Bb&T Securities and Bb&T Investments. Truist Advisory Services is a large SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions that combine firm-level model portfolios, third-party managers, and advisor-led asset allocation and fund monitoring.

Angela Nelson is a financial advisor with Truist Advisory Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and five years of industry experience. She has been with Truist Advisory Services since 2021 and previously worked at BB&T Bank / Truist Bank from 2015 to 2021. Truist Advisory Services is a large SEC-registered investment adviser with approximately 2,455 advisors and $67.7 billion in assets under management in its AMC programs. The firm serves individuals, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions that combine model portfolios, third-party managers, and advisor-led asset allocation.

Edward Hanks II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 63 designation and 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several business ventures including co-owning a group of Subway restaurants and serves on multiple local boards such as the TRCH Duke Lifepoint Hospital and the Twin County Community Foundation. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with substantial investable assets, providing non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations on income, Social Security, and tax strategies. The firm combines algorithmic tools with advisor input and emphasizes managed accounts alongside a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

George Draughn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to this, he held roles at RTI International and North Carolina State University. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee at Calvary Baptist Church in Mount Airy, NC. 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 strategies, supported by a large network of over 23,000 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices nationwide.

John Bryant is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Prior to this, he spent time at the University of Georgia and briefly at Pine Island Country Club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Larry Edwards is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Edwards owns a retail business, Midway Food Mart Inc., in Galax, VA. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations supported by a centralized consulting team.

Randy Joyce is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Mount Airy, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Factory Motor Parts and Auto Supply Company. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of Joyce Farms of Mount Airy LLC, a farming business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm has a large national network of advisors and branches and offers additional capabilities such as trust services and securities-based lending.

Joshua Garrett is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Milo C. Cockerham, Inc. for eight years before joining Ameriprise in 2021. Garrett holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Monroe St, LLC, a holding company for an Ameriprise franchise. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering written Recommendation Reports that include income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with algorithmic automation to generate personalized advice, focusing on assets held within Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Tammy Joyce is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mount Airy, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and with 33 years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2000 and previously at Centura Securities, Inc. and Centura Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing a family-owned farm which includes small crops and horses. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Christopher Porter is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2023, following a 15-year tenure at Lincoln Financial Securities Corp. Based in Galax, VA, Porter also operates as an independent insurance agent for various companies through multiple related business entities. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. serves individual investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and pension/profit-sharing plans through a large network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services utilizing model portfolios, third-party strategists, and multiple account platforms.

Andi Schnuck is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mt Airy, NC, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, Schnuck worked at Bold Rock Partners LP for three years. 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 network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Dale Draughn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including various types of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Jacqueline Vaughan is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she is employed by Monroe St LLC, a holding company for an Ameriprise franchise. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored recommendation reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional financial services company.

Robert Morgan is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has four years of industry experience and has worked with firms including Avantax and Align Wealth Advisory. Morgan is also a member of Morgan Financial Group LLC, which provides tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, investment advisory services, and financial planning, and he is a partner at Morgan & Shinault Wealth Advisors, offering wealth management services. Cetera Investment Advisers serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and retirement plans through a large network of independent advisors. The firm provides a range of portfolio management and financial planning services supported by multiple program structures and combines retirement and fiduciary capabilities with its broader trust and institutional network.

Ross Joyce is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2011, including a prior role from 2011 to 2017 and his current position since 2017. Outside of his advisory work, Joyce is a co-owner of Joyce Farms of Mount Airy LLC, a farming business in Mount Airy, North Carolina. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Lynn Funk is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 29 years of industry experience. She is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and previously worked for Lincoln Financial Securities Corp for 15 years. Lynn serves as a board member of the National Association of Christian Financial Consultants. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and pension/profit-sharing plans through a large network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services, utilizing various account platforms and third-party strategists.

Sandra Hatch is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial. Her prior experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and O'Connell Financial Group Inc. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and municipal entities. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, offering tailored strategies supported by extensive research and a broad affiliate network.

Douglas Morgan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Galax, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial, INVEST Financial Corp, infinex Investments, Inc., and Skyline National Bank. Outside of advising, he serves on the board of the Twin County Community Foundation and is president of the Blue Ridge Country Club. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Kody Easter is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2015. He holds a Series 66 license and participates as a board member at Salem Christian Academy in Dobson, NC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individual, institutional, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a wide range of investment strategies and services supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Larry Edwards is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 63 designation and 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Edwards is involved in operating a convenience store and owns several commercial and multi-family real estate properties in Galax, VA. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm employs a centralized consulting team that uses research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to support advisors and clients in retirement planning.

Samuel Beasley is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at ALCOVA Mortgage, Allstate Insurance Co, State Farm Insurance, Ameriprise Financial Services Inc, and State Farm Life Company. Beasley is also a partner in CCR Investments LLC, a real estate development firm based in Hillsville, VA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including a broad range of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse investment strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard, supported by a nationwide network of approximately 23,701 financial advisors.

Anthony Shinault is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His career includes roles at Morgan Financial Group LLC, Avantax, and Geneos Wealth Management, among others. Outside of financial advising, he contributes research and content to Jagerbombs Fantasy Sports, focusing on statistical analysis for various sports. Cetera Investment Advisers serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and retirement-plan clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and fiduciary solutions, supported by both proprietary and third-party investment programs.

W. Skyler Harrison is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Mount Airy, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2013 and previously worked at Capital Bank from 2013 to 2016. Harrison is also involved with Turret Investment Management, an investment-related business connected to his LPL activities. 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 offers a variety of investment delivery options supported by an in-house Research team, combining large-scale advisory operations with a range of non-advisory products.