John Pendergraft is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in League City, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Primerica Financial Services and PFS Investments, Inc. since 2005 and briefly worked at Apartment Life in 2018. Outside of advisory work, he participates in the BNI Leadership Team and Membership Committee. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-driven strategies and a limited number of separately managed accounts primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and utilizes an operational model with tiered wrap fees rather than fixed fees.

Jacob Munoz is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Pearland, TX, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and having nine years of industry experience. Prior to his current role since 2022, he worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of finance, Munoz owns businesses in kayak rentals and a travel agency franchise. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Vishnu Persaud is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2000. Outside of advising, Persaud is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies and owns a vacation home rental business in Galveston, TX. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses third-party asset managers and maintains an operational model based on a tiered wrap fee structure.

Athena Yang is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. She joined Fidelity Investments in 2024 as a Financial Consultant I before advancing to her current position. Prior to joining Fidelity, Athena worked as an Investment Associate at Citi Private Bank from 2021 to 2024. Her earlier experience includes serving as a Junior Portfolio Manager at Lenox Wealth Advisors (dba Wealthspire) from 2014 to 2021 and as an Associate Analyst at Sirios Capital Management from 2008 to 2011. With over a decade in the financial services industry, Athena focuses on understanding client goals and needs to co-create personalized financial plans. She emphasizes building strong relationships grounded in trust and open communication. Outside of her professional work, Athena enjoys cooking and baking, family activities, outdoor adventures, tennis, and traveling.

Dena Lewis is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Pearland, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021 and previously spent six years with Wells Fargo Bank NA and Wells Fargo Clearing. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support its recommendations.

Tamra Gann Curry is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2005. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in the sale of Medicare-related insurance products. 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.

Kyle Briggs currently serves as a Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he oversees a team of financial professionals dedicated to co-creating financial plans with clients to support their financial goals. He has held this leadership role since 2026. Kyle has extensive experience within Fidelity Investments, progressing through multiple positions since 2011. His roles have included Team Leader in Retail Planning and Advice, Client Services, and various representative positions focused on investment and retirement solutions. This trajectory reflects his deep familiarity with client services and financial planning. Outside of his professional duties, Kyle enjoys spending time at the beach, playing board games, traveling, and caring for pets.

Eric Fuentes is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Pearland, TX, with 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Invesco Advisers Inc. and Invesco Distributors Inc. for a decade. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Valeriia Quiroz is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In her current role, she partners with clients to understand their short- and long-term goals and helps them develop financial plans that are flexible and customizable for each individual and household. She focuses on assisting clients in finding strategies that allow them to concentrate on the things that matter most to them. Valeriia has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022. She began her career there as a Financial Representative, then worked as an Investment Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant in 2024.

Carole Zlebis is a financial advisor at OSAIC with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been associated with Schamerhorn Financial Group since 2012, performing registered administrative duties and serving as a notary. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and financial planning through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools and multiple advisory platforms to construct diversified portfolios that include a range of asset classes, managed on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Lucinda Bradley is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 27 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with J.P. Morgan since 2003, including her current role at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Prior to that, she was employed at Capital Planning Corp. from 1999 to 2003. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm's approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Matthew Hermes is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2017. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2009, progressing from Financial Representative to Financial Consultant before assuming his current role. Prior to joining Fidelity, Matthew worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2007 to 2009. Matthew has over a decade of experience working closely with local individuals, families, and business owners. He emphasizes building solid relationships with clients, beginning with conversations to understand their goals and concerns. Together, he partners with clients to develop and monitor comprehensive financial plans and investment strategies aimed at achieving their objectives. Outside of his professional work, Matthew enjoys family activities, golf, outdoor adventures, parenthood, pets, and traveling.

Corey Yarborough is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having six years of industry experience. He previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for six years. Yarborough also has experience with University Federal Credit Union and CUSO Financial Services, LP. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Blaise Guzzetta is a financial advisor with Osaic who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. for 14 years before joining Osaic in 2023. Guzzetta is also involved in providing group benefits and educational seminars for small to mid-size companies through his own firm, Guzzetta Benefit Services, Inc. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct diversified portfolios across various investment categories.

Brittany Guerrero is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she held positions at LPL Financial and worked in corporate roles at Microsoft, Northrop Grumman, and GE Aviation. Outside of finance, she owns an Etsy stationery and sticker business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and employs a range of analytical tools to support client goals, with specialized services including municipal and public finance advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Christian Kubosh is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds a Series 66 designation. He has two years of industry experience and previously worked with Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and GWN Securities, Inc. Kubosh is also involved with Kubosh Marketing Group L.L.C. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Rodney Dixon is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Pearland, TX, holding a Series 66 designation. He has a background spanning over 19 years in the financial sector, including positions at Smart Financial Credit Union and First National Bank Texas. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment strategies and affiliated products. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets with a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Mamta Rai is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked with Securities America Advisors and Valic Financial Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in a gas station and convenience store business with her husband. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through an extensive network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services, employing asset allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and multiple investment platforms to manage portfolios.

Patricia Sayyah is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Houston, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 47 years of industry experience. She has worked with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2009. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations in client planning.

Benjamin Perry is a financial professional with Cetera and holds a Series 66 designation. He has two years of industry experience, including roles at Quadrant Biosciences and Tradewins Financial. Perry also provides consulting services to technology and biotech companies and sells fixed insurance products as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and advisory services, utilizing multiple program platforms and both affiliated and third-party managers.