Bryan Topelsohn is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) in Flower Mound, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 27 years of industry experience. He has been associated with New York Life Insurance Co since 1999 and NYLIFE Distributors LLC since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally resells NFL and other event tickets related to his personal seat license. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base, including individual investors and institutional clients, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm emphasizes tailored recommendations and manages the majority of its assets on a non-discretionary basis, operating within an integrated New York Life affiliate structure.

Kirk Badii is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC in Southlake, Texas, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Financial Services, Raymond James Financial Services, and Cantella & Co., Inc. He is also involved in two DBAs used for marketing securities and advisory services. Independent Financial Group is a large integrated advisory and brokerage firm serving individuals, trusts, corporations, business owners, and plan sponsors. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and retirement plan services, employing both in-house and third-party managed portfolios tailored to various risk profiles.

Hallie Fraze is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, she held various roles at companies including Target, University of North Texas, and Oklahoma State University Dini. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering financial reviews, retirement planning, and investment recommendations across a range of asset classes. The firm operates within the Charles Schwab ecosystem, delivering advice through standard asset allocation models without discretionary trading authority.

Zachary Fisher is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab Wealth Advisory in 2022, he worked at Charles Schwab and Levi Strauss & Co., and has also been affiliated with the University of North Texas. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering services such as annual financial reviews, retirement planning, and investment recommendations across various asset classes. The firm operates within the Schwab ecosystem using proprietary research tools and standard asset allocation models, without exercising discretionary trading authority over client accounts.

Andrew Henk is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience and currently serves as a financial advisor at &Partners. His prior experience includes eight years at Wells Fargo Clearing and one year at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He is also the Vice President of the Board of Directors for Ellis County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1 in Dallas, Texas. &Partners serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, foundations, universities, and sovereign wealth funds. The firm provides both advisory and brokerage services, utilizing a range of investment strategies and platforms, and operates as both a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer with additional municipal advisory and investment banking activities.

Bridget Palmer is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones for five years before joining Commonwealth in 2019. Palmer currently leads the Palmer Wealth Group. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a national network of nearly 2,900 advisors and managing approximately $213 billion in client assets. The firm provides a broad adviser-support platform with managed-account programs, third-party asset manager access, retirement consulting, and custody services.

Wendell Epps is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Principal Securities since 1998 and has worked with Principal Life Insurance since 1997. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel overseas. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Tamara Becker is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Guaranty Bank and Trust. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in a medical devices and supplies business focused on renal health. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering tailored financial reviews and investment recommendations using Schwab’s research tools and asset allocation models. The firm operates as an internal advisory unit within the Schwab ecosystem and does not charge clients directly for advisory services.

Dustin Stiefel is a financial advisor with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. in Colleyville, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Steward Financial Group, LLC for 16 years before joining Mercer in 2023. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, nonprofits, and endowments, offering a range of investment advisory, financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning services. The firm’s investment approach uses Modern Portfolio Theory with globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios implemented through low-cost ETFs, index funds, separate account managers, and other vehicles, complemented by educational content and specialized service offerings.

Heidi Schmidt is a Certified Financial Planner® with 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Schwab Wealth Advisory Inc. since 2019 and previously worked at USAA in various financial planning and investment management roles from 2004 to 2019. Schmidt holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm offers comprehensive financial reviews and investment recommendations using Schwab’s research tools and models, with final trading decisions made by clients.

Brady Bell is a financial advisor at CWM, LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Simmons Bank. His earlier career includes roles at several country clubs and Texas A&M University. CWM, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth families, foundations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, utilizing a discretionary investment approach supported by an in-house Investment Committee and a range of third-party resources.

Tristan King is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Cantella & Co., Inc. and UBS Financial Services Inc. King is also involved with BADII Group, LLC and BADII Group Private Wealth Management, entities used for marketing securities and advisory services. Independent Financial Group, LLC is a dual-registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, and plan sponsors. The firm offers brokerage, portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan services through a national network of Investment Adviser Representatives and multiple advisory program platforms.

Parker Martinez is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He currently works at Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. and has prior experience at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Fidelity Investments. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice within the Schwab ecosystem, offering annual financial reviews and investment recommendations using standard asset allocation models and Schwab research tools. The firm’s advice is delivered through a non-discretionary model, with final trading decisions made by clients.

Matthew Loughren is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. He has held positions at The Vanguard Group, DLG Wealth Management, Etico Partners, and Charles Schwab. Outside of finance, he officiates Division 1 college football games as a referee. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofits. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios using Modern Portfolio Theory, low-cost index vehicles, and multi-factor tilts, supported by a range of implementation options and additional financial planning services.

Tatiana Preval is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Her prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., State Street Inc, and Visiting Angels. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice within the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering services such as annual financial reviews, retirement planning, and investment recommendations using Schwab’s proprietary tools and asset allocation models.

Ian Winslow is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab and Advanced Wealth Strategies. Outside of finance, he has experience in the hospitality sector, having worked at Brothers Bar and Grill. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, utilizing standard asset allocation models and Schwab research tools. The firm delivers annual financial reviews and investment recommendations while leaving final trading decisions to clients.

Kade Christensen is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with four years of industry experience. He has previously worked at The Vanguard Group, Fidelity Investments, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Christensen also spent time with the Special Olympics of Texas. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients through the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, using standard asset allocation models and Schwab research tools while leaving final trading decisions to clients.

Aubrey Socha is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. Currently with Schwab Wealth Advisory, Socha has previously worked at firms including Charles Schwab, Quasar Distributors, Capital Advisors, and Fidelity. Based in Westlake, TX, Socha holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice through the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering financial reviews, retirement planning, and investment recommendations while leaving final trading decisions to clients. The firm operates as an internal advisory unit within the Schwab ecosystem and distinguishes itself by its non-discretionary approach and affiliation with a registered futures commission merchant.

Juan Amaya Acero is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Charles Schwab in multiple roles. Prior to his financial industry career, he was involved in the restaurant sector, working at Terra Gaucha Brazilian Stakehouse and Lombardi Cucina Italiana. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering financial reviews, retirement and planning discussions, and investment recommendations within the Charles Schwab ecosystem. The firm operates using standard asset allocation models and research tools, delivering advice without exercising discretionary trading authority.

Christopher Quintana is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2023. Prior to his advisory roles, he spent time in education and worked at Tylers from 2018 to 2020. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, utilizing standard asset allocation models and Schwab research tools. The firm conducts annual account reviews and offers investment recommendations, while clients retain final trading decisions.