Joe LeBrane is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He provides strategic financial guidance with a focus on proactive communication and personalized planning and investing approaches. Joe's work involves helping individuals and families make clear, disciplined financial decisions aligned with their long-term goals. Joe has extensive experience in the financial industry, having served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2020 to 2022, a Financial Advisor and Financial Planning Specialist at Morgan Stanley from 2015 to 2020, and a Financial Services Representative at Hancock Whitney from 2013 to 2015. Outside of his professional work, Joe has interests in fitness, culinary experiences, golf, parenthood, and traveling.

Daniel Ayala Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Royal Alliance and SF CICADA LLC since 2015. He also serves as a registered assistant and supervision delegate with SF CICADA LLC. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk tolerance, and portfolio construction using a variety of investment vehicles and third-party platforms.

Timothy Mckinney is a financial advisor at Fidelity with CFP® and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Equitable Advisors, LLC and spent ten years at TIB Chemical Corporation. He serves as a board trustee and treasurer for Williams Temple Church of God in Christ. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and oversees affiliated and unaffiliated sub-advisers.

Catherine Abbruscato is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 license and 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2010 and previously worked at Axa Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as president of ACRN Wealth Management, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through third-party programs. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model that incorporates a range of advisory programs and fiduciary services.

Kristi Thomas is a CFP® and ChFC® affiliated with Edward Jones in Spring, TX, with 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2016 and holds the Series 66 designation. 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 strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Gerald Dolinsky is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Chrystian Quinones is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and BBVA-affiliated firms. He previously managed a landscaping business that has since been dissolved. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Travis Mc Farland is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2026 and has additional experience at firms including Allied Wealth and Pattern Financial Group. Outside of advisory roles, he has involvement in other business activities such as Novus INS Group LLC and Golden Bear Lawns. 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 searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program.

Eric Reed is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Cypress, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he has worked as a server at Johnny Carinos restaurant in Houston. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Jordan Duncan is a Financial Consultant who partners with individuals and families to navigate financial decisions through personalized planning and clear, approachable guidance. Jordan focuses on education to help clients better understand their choices and the tradeoffs involved, working together to discuss goals, simplify complex topics, and develop strategies that reflect clients' priorities. Jordan's professional experience includes roles at Fidelity Investments, where Jordan worked as an Investment Consultant from 2023 to 2025, a Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2023, and a Financial Representative from 2021 to 2022. Outside of work, Jordan has personal interests in cooking and baking, enjoys exploring food as a foodie, participates in social events with friends, and appreciates movies and music. Jordan is also involved in parenthood.

Ebele Gunn is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with four years at the firm and two years of industry experience. She previously worked for Dera Logistics Nig LLC for ten years. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based financial planning covering a broad range of topics, allowing clients to combine planning services with managed accounts under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Raymond Leslie is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, with prior experience at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. dating back to 2005. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

David Aponte is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch and Walmart. 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. The firm delivers services on a non-discretionary basis through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Jonathon Alicea is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing seven years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Dyversity, LLC, One Main Financial, and Wells Fargo. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and a centralized due diligence process. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations and operates within the broader J.P. Morgan banking and broker-dealer organization.

Mark Lawrence is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director of The Mark and Tonya Lawrence Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

James Mahdak Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 34 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2022, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing from 2009 to 2022. He is involved as an independent contractor with Aventura LLC, where he rents office space and utilizes their services as his OSJ. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports its clients through advisory programs and institutional portfolio management.

Michael Jerding is a Wealth Management Advisor with extensive experience spanning over four decades. He began his career in the early 1980s focusing on recordkeeping and compliance within trust departments. Over time, he progressed to roles including Trust Officer and Consultant in major bank trust departments, where he gained expertise in plan design and investment menu consulting. Since 2000, Michael has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving senior executives and institutional clients, including those with 401(k), defined benefit, and non-qualified plans. Michael holds a Bachelor's degree in Business and a Master's degree in Economics, both from Western Illinois University. He has earned several professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). His client focus areas encompass corporate benefits, family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, personal retirement planning, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. Outside of his professional work, Michael is active in his community; he has coached several youth sports and supports organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. He lives in Cypress, Texas, with his wife Maria and has four children. His personal interests include fishing, football, golfing, and playing soccer, which he has enjoyed for over 40 years.

Kevin Kusak is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cetera. He has previously worked at Concourse Financial Group Securities Inc and operates Kusak Wealth Management, Inc., where he acts as president and financial advisor. Outside of financial services, Kusak is the owner and operator of a ranch under 4 Elks Ranch LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered adviser serving a diverse client base through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, including access to third-party money managers and multiple program structures.

Scott Brieger is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2020. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in the insurance industry and has been involved with Faith Ministry since 2015, teaching Sunday School lessons to children. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a broad range of investment strategies and advisory services supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jaclyn Van Horn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Spring, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to her role at Edward Jones, she worked at Shipt Inc. and Unique Home Health Services, Inc. She is involved in multiple business activities, including serving as CFO for Van Horn Innovations, Inc. and Van Horn Dispatching, and providing customer service and quality assurance in hospitality at Courtyard Houston City Place. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.