Matthew Skicki is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Charles Schwab, based in Westlake, TX, and has five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he worked at TEK Systems, Pegasus Trans Tech, and C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Zemen Mengesha is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple Charles Schwab entities since 2024. Prior to joining Schwab, Mengesha was involved with Year Up United and other organizations. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Jonathan Smith is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC for four years before joining LPL Financial in 2020. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and specialized programs for various client types.

Vanessa Acevedo is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments. In her role, she partners with clients to develop financial strategies that align with their goals and evolving needs throughout every stage of life. She assists clients in areas including building wealth, preparing for retirement, and living in retirement, helping them navigate important financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Vanessa has held various positions at Fidelity Investments since 2021, progressing from Defined Contribution Representative I to her current role. Her experience spans investment solutions and retirement brokerage services, providing her with a broad understanding of financial planning and client service within the investment industry. Outside of her professional work, Vanessa engages in family activities, social events with friends, outdoor adventures, and volunteering.

Matthew Mc Donald is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Westlake, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has nine years of industry experience, including prior roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Charles Schwab Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he has worked as a food delivery driver for DoorDash. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary advisory relationships with client decision-making and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational structure.

Jenna Malone is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and TIAA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs modern portfolio theory and a research-driven approach while offering a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

John Geno is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2011. In his current role since 2017, he partners with clients to define their financial goals, make strategic investments, safeguard their wealth, and plan for income needs. Prior to this, he held various positions at Fidelity, including Portfolio Specialist, Fixed Income Specialist, Investments Representative, and Financial Representative. Before joining Fidelity, he was a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst at Capital Analytics from 2008 to 2011. John holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he enjoys bowling, family activities, football, and soccer.

Xavier Nanez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior experience includes multiple roles at Texas Tech University. 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 uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator and advisory roles with registered investment companies.

Michael Fitts is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2016, including seven years at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized supervisory and custody arrangements.

Jesse Deaver Jr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Southlake, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Cox Automotive and Arizona Public Service, and has additional experience in both public service and transportation sectors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a basketball referee for middle and high school games in the Fort Worth area. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment options supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Samuel Velarde is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2023, he worked at Fidelity Investments and held positions in various other industries including healthcare and retail. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Joann Shytle is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Ameriprise, Trade Shoe Management, and Comerica Securities. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with Financial Oxygen/Maestro, a cash management platform for corporate and institutional accounts. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services, using firm research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Ellen Rheinlaender is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2014 and previously at AXA Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a facilitator for We Mentor, a group supporting young women in their first careers through discussions on work-life balance, business etiquette, communication skills, personal growth, and financial goals. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm relies on a network of Investment Adviser Representatives to deliver services that include proprietary and third-party asset management programs, focusing on matching clients to appropriate investment models based on risk tolerance and plan information.

Caitlin Kraft is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Fort Worth, TX. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird, she worked for the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District for 13 years. Outside of her advisory role, she is a passive investor in Salon Suite Solutions, LLC. She is part of the DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which advises individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The group provides customized consulting and portfolio services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, with a range of strategies from traditional to non-traditional investments.

Camryn Venters is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked across several Fidelity entities since 2014. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and maintains roles as a registered commodity pool operator and advisor to multiple fund‑of‑funds.

Michelle Willingham is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2013. The firm serves more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of wealth management services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, access to separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. Edward Jones manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Robert Hicks is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at First Financial Bank and spent eight years in the education sector. He also has a minor involvement with Dynata LLC unrelated to investment activities. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory work and serves multiple registered investment companies, with a notable use of systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Clinton Sterling is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 certifications and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked for nine years with Texas Air Authorities. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from a broad investable universe.

Kimberly Mente is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2022, she worked at TDAmeritrade, Inc. for 11 years. Outside of her financial career, she is an owner of Retro Alley LLC, a custom graphics business that sells items such as t-shirts, tin signs, and stickers. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services, combining non-discretionary advice with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a range of alternative investments.

Joseph Herrera is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has experience with several firms including Miller George & Suggs and Equitable Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he has held roles in various businesses such as Sundown at Granada and Picoso's Mexican Kitchen. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services. The firm provides both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts via affiliated investment managers.