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Michael Russell is the principal of Russell Advisory Group, Inc., an independent registered investment adviser based in New Braunfels, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has eight years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, Russell serves as an adjunct faculty member at Dallas College and provides private music instruction in singing, piano, and saxophone. He is also president of Dynavision, Inc., a contact lens export business. Russell Advisory Group, Inc. serves individuals, families, private business owners, trusts, and corporate clients, offering financial advisory and business consulting services. The firm emphasizes individualized security selection supported by fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, with portfolios constructed from equities, ETFs, and government securities, and employs strategies such as covered options and short sales where appropriate. The firm operates a discretionary wrap fee program and focuses on tax-efficient multigenerational planning while managing a small client base.

I have a passion and talent for translating concepts of personal finance and investing into everyday common English that even my children understand. I have been fortunate to live out that passion for the last 12 years, but now I'm looking to combine it with a personal, concierge level of service. I just began my my own practice at the beginning of 2020, By limiting the number of clients I serve, I can deliver world-class financial advice and still have time remaining to spend with my wife, three children, mother, and three pets. I hold both the CFP® and AIF® designations along with a bachelor's degree in journalism.

Edwin Peet is the principal advisor at ETF Strategies, LLC, an independent firm based in Bulverde, Texas. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 15 years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, he owns and operates Custom Income Solutions, LLC, an investment service and insurance business. ETF Strategies serves individual and high-net-worth clients by providing discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services, including retirement distribution and 401(k) advisory. The firm uses a range of investment vehicles and analytical methods, maintains written Investment Policy Statements for clients, and typically operates on a discretionary basis.

Bryan Stanley is a Series 65-licensed advisor at Definitive Advisor Group, LLC with experience spanning roles at Rackspace Technology, Capital Venture Collective LLC, and Amazon, Inc. He has also been involved in entrepreneurial ventures including Stanley&Co. Mobile Wash and Detail. Definitive Advisor Group provides non-discretionary investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, charitable organizations, small businesses, estates, and trusts. The firm emphasizes capital preservation and goal-oriented planning, using both fundamental and technical analysis, and offers written financial plans through subscription or hourly engagements.

I'm a fiduciary, fee-only financial planner and advisor who founded Fruit of the Vine Financial in 2023 after having worked at two other financial firms. I offer service in three main areas: - comprehensive financial planning to first help people better understand their current financial circumstances and second to provide them an optimal route to meet their financial needs and reach their financial goals, - investment management, providing a choice between general investing and Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI), which is a way to invest in funds that more closely align with Christian principles, - help with setting up business retirement plans and/or serving as a fiduciary advisor to 401(k) plans. Because I'm always trying to improve how I can help my clients navigate their financial lives, I obtained several advanced certifications. I earned the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) certification and Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP®) designation following programs at The American College of Financial Services. And the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) certification followed from a program through the Yale School of Management. Outside of work, I enjoy kayaking, Bible study, playing my violin, and spending time with my three grown children and with friends. Not only do I have the financial education and professional experience, I also bring the knowledge gained from personal financial experience. From sorting all the finances after the death of a spouse, to helping kids through college, to riding the roller coaster of a major recession, and to starting and running a business, I understand the highs and lows that sometimes accompany the numbers. It helps to partner with a financial professional who's been there and can help you through the ups and downs of your life's journey.

James Mahan is a financial advisor with South Texas Capital Advisors, LLC in New Braunfels, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 14 years of industry experience. Prior to joining South Texas Capital Advisors, he worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Mahan is also the managing member of NB Capital LLC and serves as manager of Solms Landing Development LLC, a non-investment real estate business. South Texas Capital Advisors, LLC provides portfolio and asset management services to high-net-worth individuals, non-profits, and small businesses. The firm uses a combination of fundamental and technical analysis along with third-party research to create customized asset allocations and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.