David Hergert is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise in Houston, TX, and has 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2013. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that include written recommendation reports and annual follow-up advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Mark Grunden is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including roles at Primerica Financial Services and DMR Insurance. Primerica Advisors is a large-scale firm serving individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients through a wrap-fee asset management program that employs model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated managers and offers a range of investment approaches including strategic, tactical, and tax-managed models.

Jase Evans is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving clients at Edward Jones since 2016. He holds a Series 66 license and is based in Santa Fe, Texas. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Bryce Dooley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation. He has three years of industry experience, including prior roles at BroadVail Capital Partners and JLL. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Shane Klemcke is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Alvin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones across two periods totaling seven years, with additional experience at Empower Financial Services, Inc. and Wealthgen Advisors, LLC. 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 under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Varkey Abraham is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with eight years of industry experience. His background includes roles in real estate sales and investment-related product sales, alongside a long-standing position as a program manager at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-HNW and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm delivers advisory services through a large network of advisors using model-based investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers.

Sylvester Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at SouthState Bank, Frost Brokerage Services, Charles Schwab, BB&T Securities, SWBC Investment Company, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of over 22,800 advisors.

Blaine Douglas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2009 and previously at Merrill and Morgan Stanley. Douglas operates his own advisory practice under LPL Financial. 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 range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary platforms.

Daniel Bader is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2015, including Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and Fidelity Investments. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where he is based, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, and it also serves multiple registered investment companies through its use of systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Alton Drake is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Invesco and multiple positions within UBS since 2022. He attended Southern Methodist University from 2022 to 2026. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets and fiduciary services.

Cynthia Jones is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones, where she has worked since 2011. She has 14 years of industry experience. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo as a Breeder Greeter Committee member, assisting junior exhibitors. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory and fiduciary services. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and is known for its extensive network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Eric Davenport is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at CUNA Mutual Group, Commonwealth Financial Network, Selah Financial Service, and American National Insurance Company. 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 range of financial planning and investment solutions, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools for operational and research purposes.

Daniel Blaylock is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he held positions in import and retail businesses, including MISA Imports and Mexcor Pioneer Wine and Spirits. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Toni Melinder is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 25 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2009 and holds a Series 63 designation. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, delivering advice supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Joshua Hebert is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. He has previously held roles at multiple organizations, including The Hebert Organization LLC and Frugal Fitness. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole proprietor of Eucharistic Fire, a Catholic content creation venture. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a systematic investment process that integrates proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Matthew Grieco is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. He works at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides a range of investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Sushil Birla is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at multiple firms including Charles Schwab, Merrill, Equitable Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup Global Markets. Birla has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process incorporates both quantitative and qualitative research, and includes ESG considerations within a non-discretionary program framework.

Rick Dworaczyk is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He works with clients to prepare for financial challenges and opportunities, partnering with them to transform their investments into lifetime plans. Prior to his current role, he served as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2017 to 2022 and as an Investment Consultant from 2015 to 2017. Before joining Fidelity, he was the Chief Investment Officer at Foresight Financial from 2011 to 2015. Rick's career spans roles focused on investment consulting and financial planning. His experience includes developing and managing investment strategies and advising clients on financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Rick's personal interests include baseball, fitness, social events, kayaking, parenthood, and scuba diving.

Jeremiah Corbin is a financial advisor with Osaic, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Texas Wealth Management, FSC Securities Corp., Charles Schwab, and Morgan Stanley. Corbin is based in Houston, TX. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base, including retail investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, providing a range of investment strategies and third-party manager options.

Michelle Pardivala is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. Before joining Fidelity in 2025, her work history includes roles outside the financial sector, such as positions at MD Medical Management, G3 Innovations, and The Tutoring Center. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary services with oversight of sub-advisers and a focus on systematic, long-term asset allocation.