Shermicker Galloway is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JP Morgan Securities, LPL Financial, and USAA Financial Planning Services. Outside of finance, he has operated a photography business specializing in portrait, landscape, and event photography since 2017. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors. The firm provides a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across various program structures.

William Bowles is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a power of attorney position for a private entity in Plano, Texas. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers various model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sara Kula is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Financial Engines Advisors, L.L.C. since 2019 and previously held roles at Edward Jones and Macy's. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm combines committee-driven modeling with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified portfolios and a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Wendy Adkins is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Rockwall, TX, where she has worked since 2011. She has 12 years of industry experience. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as president and secretary of a construction company run by her husband, contributing administrative support on weekends. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and has a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brett Maikowski is a financial professional at Cetera with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been associated with Cetera and related entities since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Maikowski serves as president of the Downtown Rockwall Association, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting and promoting downtown Rockwall. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors, managing more than $256 billion in assets.

Allison Wilson is a CFP® with six years of industry experience currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She previously worked at Allen Independent School District for 12 years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the finance committee of The Cross Church in Wylie, TX. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides comprehensive financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by advanced analytical tools and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Deonna Osborn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms including Cetera and Summit Brokerage Services and is involved in tax preparation and accounting through Fulfer and Associates, Inc. Additionally, she owns a business called Writing the Dream. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions, with a broad range of investment strategies and institutional platforms.

Seth Panter is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Rockwall, TX, with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at GMR Protection Resources and L3 Technologies. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner and operator of OneWay Woodworks LLC, a woodworking business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and strategies, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Christopher Moyer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he worked at PFS Investments, Inc. and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a sales associate with LegalShield. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and various advisory platforms.

Michael Warren is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Russell Reynolds Associates for three years and served in the U.S. Army for eight years. Outside of advising, he is an owner and partner in Climb Rockwall, a climbing gym in Rockwall, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Patrick Wilker is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience, currently with Thrivent Investment Management since 2021. He previously worked at U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based analyses and planning without including implementation of recommendations. The firm offers combined planning and managed-account services through a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan” while maintaining these services separately.

Austin Mc Avoy is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and experience spanning roles at Inwood National Bank and the Dallas Police Department. His background includes 12 years in banking and 20 years in law enforcement. He is also affiliated with the Dallas Police/Fire Pension System. 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 through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Daniel Worobiec is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities in Dallas, TX, where he has worked since 2018. Prior to this, he held roles at various Fidelity entities from 2014 to 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their approach includes written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Valeria Zuluaga is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America N.A. and Merrill since 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a low-scale ecommerce business selling handcrafted products from Colombia, managing the online site and direct customer interactions. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nicholas Cason is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 21 years of industry experience, currently working at J.P. Morgan Securities. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and Scottrade spanning over a decade. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research with an ESG eligibility framework, serving clients who retain final decision-making authority.

C White Jr. is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Plano, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. since 2016 and has longstanding involvement with College Funding Solutions, Inc. and C&M Legacy USA, Inc., the latter of which he serves as president. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in selling fixed annuities and general lines insurance. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services across various programs including comprehensive financial planning and advisor-managed portfolios. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by multiple custodial arrangements and alternative investment options.

Natasha Shaw is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Nexa, LLC and educational positions within Garland and Dallas Independent School Districts. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offices, offering model-driven investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and custodians.

George Gile is a financial advisor at Cetera with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including JPMorgan Chase Bank, Morgan Stanley, and Avantax. Outside of his advisory role, he designs and sells fitness clothing as a managing member of Aesthetic Global Fitness LLC and leads group fitness sessions. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and unaffiliated managers and various program structures.

Patricia Gomez is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Rowlett, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at The American National Bank of Texas, Advisor Resource Council, LPL Financial, and Edward Jones. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Lone Star Desk and Derrick Club of Dallas as Director of Education. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Demond Dawkins is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Wylie, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Chase from 2013 to 2017 before joining LPL Financial. Dawkins serves as a board member for the Wylie Economic Development Corp and is employed part-time at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, various portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, employing a range of investment strategies supported by operational research tools.