Robert Williams is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at several firms including Empower Financial Services, The Vanguard Group, and BBVA Securities. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm uses Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and research tools to deliver tailored recommendations, with trades executed only upon client authorization.

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, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cantella & Co., Raymond James Financial Services, UBS Financial Services, and Credit Suisse Securities. Badii operates marketing entities for securities and advisory services under the names Badii Group Private Wealth Management and Badii Group, LLC. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse clientele, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning and portfolio management through multiple platforms and employs a combination of strategic asset allocation, multi-manager portfolios, and a mix of passive and active investment exposures.

Christina Faulkner is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has held various roles within Charles Schwab-affiliated firms since 2010. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, using asset-allocation models and internal research tools to tailor recommendations based on client goals and risk tolerance.

Hallie Fraze is an advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Her prior work experience includes roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Charles Schwab, Target, and the University of North Texas. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily for clients in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain referred clients. The firm’s advice is based on Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and internal research, with client authorization required for trades.

Zachary Fisher is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab and Levi Strauss & Co., as well as positions at the University of North Texas. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab–referred clients by providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations. The firm’s advice is guided by Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and research tools, with client authorization required for trades.

Andrew Henk is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with &PARTNERS, where he has worked since 2024, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, Henk serves as Vice President on 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, and private businesses. The firm offers investment management and financial planning services using a combination of proprietary and third-party strategies, and operates with dual registration as a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer.

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. Prior to her current role, she worked at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and Guaranty Bank and Trust. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with CROSS YOUR FINGERS LLC, a company focused on medical devices and supplies related to renal health. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in its SWA program and certain referrals, providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations. The firm’s guidance relies on Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and research tools, with client-approved trades and tailored recommendations based on individual goals and risk tolerance.

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 CFP® professional at Schwab Wealth Advisory with 25 years of industry experience. She has worked with Charles Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2019 and previously held roles at USAA Financial Planning Services and related USAA companies from 2004 to 2019. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm utilizes Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools to deliver tailored recommendations without exercising discretionary trading authority.

Brady Bell is a financial advisor with Carson Wealth in Southlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing five years of industry experience. His professional background includes roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Simmons Bank, and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience working with country clubs and a university. Carson Wealth is an SEC-registered investment adviser operating an enterprise platform with over 650 advisors and approximately $50.6 billion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of services including discretionary asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan services, supported by an Investment Committee that constructs and monitors model portfolios using fundamental and technical inputs.

Tristan King is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cantella & Co., Inc., UBS Financial Services Inc., and Morgan Stanley. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans. The firm utilizes both firm- and third-party investment models across discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, combining active and passive strategies with ongoing manager due diligence.

Parker Martinez is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. He previously worked at Fidelity Investments and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. prior to joining Schwab Wealth Advisory. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab-referred clients. The firm’s advice is based on proprietary asset-allocation models and research tools, with recommendations tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerance.

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 with Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and seven years of industry experience. She has worked in various roles within Charles Schwab entities since 2018 and previously held positions at State Street Inc. and Visiting Angels. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and wealth management consultations to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain referred clients, using Charles Schwab’s standard asset-allocation models and internal research tools. The firm emphasizes client-directed trading and periodic reviews tailored to individual goals and risk tolerance.

Ian Winslow is a CFP® and Series 66 licensed advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, bringing two years of industry experience. He joined Schwab Wealth Advisory in 2024 after prior roles at Charles Schwab and Advanced Wealth Strategies. Outside of finance, his work history includes positions in education and hospitality. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients, providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning. The firm’s approach relies on Schwab’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools, offering tailored recommendations with client approval on investment decisions.

Kade Christensen is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab Wealth Advisory and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in 2026, he worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. for three years. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, using asset-allocation models and research tools developed by Charles Schwab & Co.

Aubrey Socha is a CFP® professional with 12 years of experience in the financial services industry. They currently serve as an advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, having previously worked with firms including Fidelity and Capital Advisors, Inc. Their background includes roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Quasar Distributors, LLC. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily for clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and select Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm’s guidance is based on Schwab’s proprietary asset-allocation models and internal research, with investment recommendations tailored to individual client goals and risk tolerance.

Juan Amaya Acero is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has worked at Charles Schwab and Schwab Wealth Advisory since 2024. Prior to his advisory career, he gained experience in the restaurant and insurance industries and spent significant time dedicated to full-time education. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients by providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations based on proprietary asset-allocation models and internal research tools.