Thank you to our 2026 partners.

These companies are an integral part of the success of FPA of Charlotte and we thank them for their continued support.

Diamond Partners


Dimensional is a leading global investment firm that has been translating academic research into practical investment solutions since 1981. Guided by a strong belief in markets, we help investors pursue higher expected returns through a systematic investment process that integrates research insights with advanced portfolio design, management, and trading while balancing tradeoffs that can impact returns. Dimensional is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and has 14 global offices across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Logan Newman
logan.newman@dimensional.com

Platinum Partners


College Solutions is a values-driven educational consulting firm that guides families through the college admissions process with expertise, empathy, and integrity. Our team is composed of former admissions officers and education professionals who are passionate about helping students find the right-fit school and thrive in the process.

Margaret Baudinet
Margaret@collegesolutions.com


We are an RIA based in Virginia Beach, VA that turned Asset Manager when we created mutual funds for our clients. Over the last 20 years, financial professionals have incorporated our top-ranked mutual funds in their portfolios to meet the needs of their conversative clients.

Emily Frazier
emily@investspectrum.com


Our QCD dashboard combines compliant calculations with a local charity selection guide—creating a bespoke experience for financial advisors and their clients.

Chris Ward
chris@charity-direct.com



Model Roth conversions, Inherited IRA distributions, and RMDs with year-by-year clarity your clients can trust. Powered by Break Analytics, our advanced IRA software built for financial planners.

Patrick Murphy
patrick.murphy@fincw.com

Gold Partners

Our company’s mission is centered around helping financial advisors make a difference in the lives of their clients. To help them do that, we aim to provide advisors with holistic support. Whether that’s through compelling technology that facilitates a better client experience, consulting services that ensure advisors’ businesses are running at their best, or offering a comprehensive suite of investment solutions. AssetMark’s platform empowers advisors to provide the highest level of service possible to their clients.

Shane Chareonchump
Shane.Chareonchump@assetmark.com

I partner with local financial planners to educate them on the use of housing wealth in retirement strategies and focusing on helping planners better understand reverse mortgages and how they may support income planning and long-term client outcomes.

Gina LaRosa
glarosa@mutualmortgage.com 

TowneBank started in 1999, based on the idea of strong relationships, excellent service, and the most respected and experienced bankers in each market we serve. Building on the idea of serving others and enriching lives, we now provide a full range of banking and other financial services. Dedicated to a culture of caring, we value each employee and member by embracing their diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences.

Stephen Heeseman
stephen.heeseman@townebank.net

Silver Partners

Jon Shumate
jshumate@beaconpointe.com


Bobby Shanahan
bshanahan@horizoninvestments.com

Mary Lytch
mary.lytch@parknationalbank.com


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