Kevin Helmer is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2015. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2000, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Senior Relationship Officer, and Relationship Officer, gaining extensive experience in financial planning and investment analysis. Kevin partners with clients to improve their financial well-being by providing guidance and developing strategies tailored to their specific goals. His professional focus includes financial planning, portfolio planning, and investment analysis. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Kevin has interests in beach activities, fitness, golf, military service, scuba diving, and surfing.

Andrew Benjamin is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at APEX Systems, Source Point, Inc., Ttec, and Invesco. Benjamin is also involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliates of PFS Investments Inc. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and offers a tiered wrap-fee structure for its investment solutions.

Stephen Ulsh is a ChFC® and holds a Series 66 license, with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as Chief Financial Officer for Aslan Federal, a government contracting services firm. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including various types of households and organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Anthony Lapia is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Houston, TX, holding a Series 63 designation with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. 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 manages roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Shehzad Khan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm employs a centralized consulting team and combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored, algorithm-assisted recommendations.

Brian Strawn is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in League City, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages DGW Worldwide, LLC, an investment-related business. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals near or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering structured, non-discretionary recommendations that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Tamara Batten is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing, as well as CUSO Financial Services and University Federal Credit Union. She is involved with the Clear Lake High School Cheerleaders Booster Club. 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 advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jacob Giesen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds a Series 66 designation. He has seven years of industry experience, including prior roles at Merrill, Bank of America, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as treasurer and board member for a local homeowners association. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process integrates quantitative screens and qualitative research, offering model asset allocations that may include ESG considerations.

Asa Ehrlich is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. He began his career with Fidelity as an Investor Center Intern in 2022, progressing through positions including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and Investment Consultant before his current appointment. In his role, Asa focuses on understanding clients' personal and financial needs to develop customized strategies. He utilizes Fidelity's technology and planning tools to build lasting client relationships and provide ongoing guidance to help clients achieve their evolving financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Asa is interested in board games, camping, football, social events with friends, and golf.

Corey Lashway is a financial advisor based in Houston, TX, affiliated with Primerica Advisors. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has eight years of industry experience. Lashway has been with Primerica Advisors since 2017 and also has experience with Primerica Financial Services and Fastenal Company. Primerica Advisors is a sponsor and discretionary portfolio manager of a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual investors, including non-HNW and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable entities. The firm offers model-based investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and provides advisory services through a large network of financial advisors.

Valarie Minetos is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and eight years of industry experience. She previously worked at Pruco Securities, LLC, and CrestWare, among other firms. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Jack Mason is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Meletio Lighting and Electric and was affiliated with Texas A&M University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where Jack Mason is based, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm integrates proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, delivering model portfolios through systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

William Rovirosa is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has progressed through various roles at Fidelity, including Investment Solutions Representative III, II, and I, as well as High Net Worth Associate, demonstrating a breadth of experience within the financial services industry. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Wire Risk Banking Specialist at USAA from 2020 to 2021. William holds an Arkansas Insurance License, supporting his expertise in providing financial planning services. He approaches financial planning collaboratively, aiming to understand clients' support needs and preferences to develop actionable plans geared towards financial success. Outside of his professional work, William enjoys activities such as camping, fitness, food exploration, golf, hiking, and parenthood.

Paul Lindberg Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2017 and previously held roles at State Farm VP Management Corp and insurance agencies. Lindberg also manages an advisory business, DGW Worldwide, LLC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies, supported by a centralized consulting team that generates algorithm-assisted, customizable recommendations.

Lauren Millo is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Galveston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and over one year of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Moody National Bank and involvement with Galveston Island Meals On Wheels. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Roy Salas is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Kemah, TX, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. He has 12 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Statoil Texas Onshore Properties LLC, related to oil and gas royalties. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors and over $1 trillion in assets under management.

Joseph Olivares is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He currently works at J.P. Morgan Securities, having previously held roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Scope Management. 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 searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm incorporates both quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and offers specialized capabilities in derivatives and commodities.

Kelly Wilson is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 16 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Primerica Financial Services and DCJ Transport, among others. Outside of her advisory work, she has maintained a personal connection to health products through Shaklee Corporation, though she has not actively used these products since 2013. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options under a wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors, focusing on a tiered percentage-based fee model.

Lorilyn Wynn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. She previously worked for Texas Advantage Community Bank NA for 16 years. Wynn holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Thomas Carouthers is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial who has 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill for seven years before joining LPL Financial in 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a minority ownership stake in a private company called Arena Power. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.