Michael Olario is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Houston, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Waddell & Reed, and Ameriprise. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking capital market assumptions to build model asset allocations, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework where applicable.

William Buchanan is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. and VOYA Financial Advisors. Buchanan is involved in several business activities, including serving as a senior financial advisor at Altus Consulting Group and as a partner at Edge Private Wealth. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment approach includes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary management and third-party strategies.

Elizabeth Harden is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Humble, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2016 and has been involved with the YMCA of Greater Houston since 2011. 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 network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Rosa Berry is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2015. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports clients through advisory programs and institutional consulting across a large advisor network.

Kayla Price is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with 11 years of industry experience. She is currently affiliated with Cetera and has prior experience working at Avantax Insurance Agency, LLC and Avantax Investment Services, Inc. Kayla also operates MKP-Price & Co., P.C., a tax preparation and accounting firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisor serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers, managing over $256 billion in assets through more than 10,000 advisors.

John Sandberg is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Porter, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in managing a vacation rental property through his business, Sandbag's Endless Summer, LLC. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling to provide tailored, tax-efficient income strategies. The firm delivers these services through a centralized consulting team and supports a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Hugo Suarez Jr. is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and JP Morgan Securities since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is a property owner and landlord of a single-family rental home. 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. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with a forward-looking capital market framework, offering access to a range of eligible strategies including ESG considerations.

Moria Bailey is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, serving as a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Humble, TX. She has seven years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2014. 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 through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Kellan Caldwell is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Houston, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2014 and previously was with Maxout Savings Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Caldwell assists as a second photographer for wedding events with his wife's photography business and serves as a board member for The Grove Church. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors, focusing on holistic, goal-based planning that covers a wide range of topics without portfolio management or institutional advisory services.

Bryan Broussard is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2007, following a year at Merrill. 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. The firm’s advisory process incorporates quantitative and qualitative research to support its recommendations, which may include an ESG eligibility framework.

Brandon Duran is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley, Edward Jones, and BOK Financial Securities. Outside of his advisory career, he is also an Airbnb host. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research supported by centralized due diligence and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through its unique regulatory registrations.

Beau Nichols is an advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. holding a Series 66 credential. He joined the firm in 2024 and has experience transitioning from full-time student roles at the University of Houston, LSU/Blinn, and prior educational institutions. Outside of finance, he has worked at 6320 Training Yard (formerly Buckley Performance). Beau is part of The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department serving individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and portfolio management services, including separately managed accounts and tax-management strategies, supported by internal research and a mix of manager-traded and model-traded investment approaches.

Pete Nguyen is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JP Morgan Chase Bank before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2019. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party management teams.

David Zientek is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial in Kingwood, TX, and has seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Intrua Financial LLC, Willis Johnson & Associates, and the University of Houston. He is also licensed as an enrolled agent providing tax preparation and accounting services through ORDOS Tax Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Lee Dudinsky is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 42 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at FSC Securities Corporation and Advantage Capital Corporation, as well as over three decades of self-employment. He also acts in a fiduciary capacity for an estate. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

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.

Arthur Atkins is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several firms, including LPL Financial LLC and Fidelity Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he has been a worship musician at Fishers of Men Lutheran Church since 2017 and is a licensed public notary. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate ESG criteria, supporting clients with centralized due diligence and a broad range of investment capabilities.

Lance Lawrence is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Humble, TX, holding ChFC®, Series 66, and Series 63 designations and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee and secretary for the Liberty Independent School District in Liberty, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a comprehensive range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, access to separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm maintains a large national network of advisors and branch offices and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Eric Schneider is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently advising clients at Ameriprise in Houston, TX since 2021. He has prior experience with Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services, where he worked for a combined 20 years, and also has a background with Alfred W. Zientek & Co., P.C. Outside of his advisory role, Schneider is involved with Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity established to manage his practice. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Scott Bartosh is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. who holds a Series 66 designation and has 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Bartosh serves as an umpire for Houston TASO. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, which provides services to individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory services utilizing both manager-traded and model-traded strategies, along with ongoing investment manager selection and monitoring.