After almost 20 years as a wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch, Carnell is the founder and Senior Life Management Advisor of Vital Guidance, Inc., a life management consulting company. The Certified Financial Planner served six years in the Air Force before completing a master’s degree with an emphasis in investor relations at the University of Florida. He also holds many professional licenses including principal, management & supervisory in securities, life & variable insurance, health insurance, property & casualty insurance, mortgage loan origination, and real estate. His experience as a trust officer for one of the top 10 banks in the country provided extensive knowledge in estate planning and investment strategies to help build, maintain, and/or grow portfolios to support clients’ financial lifestyles and goals. While advising one of the top five highest-paid players in the NFL, Carnell founded The Premier Players Sports Foundation which raises awareness and funds to support orphaned, foster, special needs, and at-risk children’s participation in sports and sporting events. He is married to Dr. Nancy Moore, DVM, and the couple of more than 35 years has five children.
A top-ranked sales professional and retirement plan wholesaler with 24 years of success closing new business relationships. Accomplished in optimizing business relationships and client needs, differentiating product offerings and creating compliant retirement plan design solutions that meet client requests. Hands-on leader skilled in developing talent, defining team dynamics and tailoring leadership style to accommodate each individual. Practiced in sharing knowledge and expertise with advisors, high net-worth individuals, executive boards and business consultants to champion new 401(k), 403b, 457 client acquisition and plan growth.