Melissa Suzanne Whitaker

David Ortiz, first and foremost, takes pride in his role as a loving husband to Kailey and a devoted father to Josie, Tobias, Millie, and Pennie. He's not only deeply connected to his family but also actively engaged within the vibrant Norman community, where he's committed to contributing to the flourishing landscape of Oklahoma. Most importantly, he is dedicated to a life following Jesus Christ and is currently a member with Antioch Community Church in Norman, OK. David is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ®(CFP), Certified Exit Planning Advisor ®(CEPA), and IRS Enrolled Agent (EA). David is founder of the Oklahoma Exit Planning Society and is currently President of the organization. He is also a board member on the Central Oklahoma Financial Planning Association and an active member of the Oklahoma Estate Planning Council and Oklahoma Municipal Contractors Association. David's professional journey commenced in the oil and gas sector as a Petroleum Engineer, where he gained invaluable insights and expertise. However, his unwavering passion for Wealth Management led him to pivot his career towards financial services, a transition that found him at Arvest Bank. With a commitment to delivering nothing short of excellence and an acute understanding of the diverse needs of families, David provided exceptional financial services for several years. This dedicated period equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of wealth management. Upon realization of the need for Succession and Exit planning for business owners, David started his own firm to provide a boutique approach to these problems. After some time, David joined Legacy and Succession to continue to help business owners solve complex problems in their business and in their personal wealth. David leads efforts on the Succession Planning, Tax Strategy, and Multi Family Office wealth management services at Legacy and Succession. David's overarching focus is to help business owners grow to give and save to serve.

Dirk is a dedicated Wealth Advisor with a passion for empowering individuals and families work towards achieving their financial goals through a thoughtful, values- and goals-based planning approach—anchored in an evidence-based investing philosophy. Originally from South Africa, Dirk’s international background allows him to appreciate the wide range of beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors that influence financial decision-making. This global perspective enables him to craft personalized strategies that align closely with each client’s unique values and life vision. Dirk earned his degree in Accounting from the University of Stellenbosch, a leading institution in South Africa. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and an active member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA). Residing in Oklahoma, Dirk, his beloved wife Randee, and their son, Abraham find their haven amidst the tranquil beauty of nature. Amidst his professional dedication, Dirk finds solace in nurturing his passions for golf, scuba diving, fly fishing, and the thrill of exploring new destinations.

Corey Kenedy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He has been the sole advisor at Entrust Parable Capital, LLC since 2014. Entrust Parable Capital is an independent registered investment adviser that offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management along with comprehensive wealth management and consulting services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to build tailored portfolios that may include mutual funds, ETFs, individual securities, privately placed investments, and options.

Larry Bradley is the sole advisor at Valendo Private Asset Management, Inc., an independent firm he has led since 2005. He holds a Series 65 designation and has 21 years of industry experience. Prior to founding Valendo, his background includes a professional career outside finance. Valendo Private Asset Management provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual investors and retirement accounts, managing approximately $38 million. The firm employs a concentrated, fundamentally driven value-investing strategy, targeting securities trading at significant discounts to intrinsic value and utilizing a range of instruments including options and futures when appropriate.

Jordan Spencer is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at VOX Financial Planning. He has previously worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company and is employed by Magellan Federal as a Financial Counselor providing financial education to National Guard members. During tax season, he also assists in preparing tax returns. VOX Financial Planning offers fee-only financial planning and investment management services to individuals and families, focusing on passive investment strategies such as ETFs and no-load mutual funds. The firm charges fixed annual and review fees rather than a percentage of assets and delegates investment management to a third-party Sub-Advisor while maintaining client oversight.

Rustin Cavel is a financial advisor at Render Financial, LLC in Edmond, Oklahoma, holding a Series 65 credential. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Coast Finance, Inc. and Gala Games, among other firms. Render Financial offers financial planning, discretionary wealth management, and customized advisory projects to individuals, small businesses, and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses a strategic, primarily passive investment approach tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance, providing wealth management on a discretionary basis with semi-annual reviews.