Anna Magar is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Sugar Land, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019 and previously at Merrill from 2014 to 2019. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

James Blair IV is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sugar Land, TX, holding a Series 66 license and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as trustee for a family trust established by his grandmother, overseeing investment decisions and distributions. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Jonathan Rao is Senior Resident Director at Merrill and a founding member of The Murgai, Jerding & Rao Wealth Management Group. With over 20 years of experience at Merrill, he serves clients in the Houston area and across the United States, including successful business owners, executives, and other ambitious individuals with complex financial needs. He emphasizes client education and values "teachable moments" to help clients and their families understand financial strategies. Jonathan's approach involves thorough review of clients' financial and legal documents, often coordinating with their CPA and attorney to develop comprehensive strategies covering investment, liability management, tax minimization, and estate planning. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification and a Bachelor's degree in Business from Texas A&M University, along with an accredited certificate from Rice University. Active in his community, Jonathan is a donor to the Texas A&M 12th Man Foundation, serves as a committee member of the Children's Discovery Center of Fort Bend, and is a Director for the JRM Foundation. He and his wife Melinda reside in Sugarland, Texas, and enjoy activities including boating, fishing, football, golfing, hunting, and traveling with their three children.

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.

Scott Finley is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Sugar Land, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the Sugar Land Rotary Board of Directors and works as a soccer referee. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that emphasize written recommendations and annual advice on tax-aware withdrawal strategies and dependable income sources.

Brian Papp is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2003. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with a business named Papp Rental Cottage. Merrill, together 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Jared Harville is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank and JP Morgan Securities LLC since 2014. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, delivering these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Rae Stuard is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sugar Land, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. UBS Financial Services Inc. provides a broad range of brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans and offers both fiduciary financial planning and execution services.

Anwar Almond is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill, Bank of America, Valic Financial Advisors, AIG/Corebridge/Valic, and Wells Fargo. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations through a non-discretionary program supported by an in-house manager solutions team and centralized due diligence.

Fuxing Xu is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where they provide clients with comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management services. Since joining the Waarbroek-Lin Group in 2018, Fuxing has focused on areas including corporate benefits, family wealth management strategies, institutional and corporate benefit services, international wealth management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and supporting women and wealth initiatives. Fuxing holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Master of Science in Applied Finance from Pepperdine University. Prior to joining Merrill, Fuxing worked with LPL Financial. Professional credentials include CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Fuxing is fluent in English and Mandarin. Outside of professional pursuits, Fuxing enjoys hiking, swimming, traveling, and participating in community charity events.

Sylvester Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pearland, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at SouthState Bank, Frost Brokerage Services, Charles Schwab, Bb&T Securities, and SWBC Investment Services. 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 various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Terry Kelly is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Invesco Advisers, Inc. and A I M Distributors, Inc. before joining Merrill in 2019. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Bridges is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Sugar Land, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Texas Gulf Adventures, a boat-for-hire business specializing in chartered fishing trips. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through retirement-income planning for individuals with significant investable assets, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions. Their retirement-income service uses a combination of research, modeling, and tax analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

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.

Cheri Payne is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Raymond James Financial and Raymond James Financial Services from 2010 to 2024. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research.

Ward Pendleton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sugar Land, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 46 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. He is involved with the Rotary Club of Sugar Land Texas International Service. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct engagements and corporate financial planning agreements.

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.

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 been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Cameron Hall is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing eight years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Edward Jones and C & D Steward Financial prior to joining LPL Financial. LPL Financial serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers diversified financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing a variety of investment management approaches and proprietary research.

Mark Latawiec is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Houston, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages rental storage units through an investment-related LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering IPS-driven investment advisory services that include both discretionary and non-discretionary options tailored to plan objectives and demographics.