Michael Beck is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2025. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients' family dynamics and their intentions for managing their wealth, engaging regularly with them throughout their financial planning journey. Prior to his current position, Michael held various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant from 2021 to 2025, Relationship Manager from 2018 to 2021, and Financial Representative from 2017 to 2018. Through these positions, he has accumulated experience in financial planning and client relationship management. Outside of his professional commitments, Michael is involved in family activities and enjoys fishing, gardening, kayaking, and volunteering.

Lorena Garcia is a financial advisor at Merrill with 9 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2004. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tara Olson is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and has previously worked at firms including Avantax Advisory Services and R&R Wealth Management. Olson also serves as a paraplanner at DGN Wealth Advisors, providing client support and assisting with planning and trade execution. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers multiple portfolio management options through a multi-manager platform and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

John Behrend Jr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones 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 nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Brian Leatherwood is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Kingwood, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President of The Forest Corporation, a family real estate business. 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 and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Hrini Sandoval is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2026. In this role, she focuses on understanding each client's unique needs and goals and educates them on available options to help achieve their objectives. She works collaboratively with clients to develop customized investment strategies tailored to their priorities. Prior to her current position, Hrini was a Wealth Management Service Specialist, II at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2026. Before joining Fidelity, she worked as a Senior Registered Client Service Associate at UBS from 2016 to 2018.

Diana Van Horn is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2009, following two years at Waddell & Reed. Van Horn serves as Regent/President of the Catholic Daughters Court St Martha in Kingwood, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Keith Nix is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2022, he worked for eight years with the Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than 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 wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

David Burke is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Accenture, JP Morgan, and deVere Acuma, as well as a period at Rice University. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across multiple asset classes. The firm utilizes a centralized Investment Policy Committee and combines quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios, employing tax-aware strategies and defensive tactics to manage risk.

Michael Price is a financial advisor at Cetera with 12 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Agency for a decade. Outside of his advisory role, he is the president and owner of MKP-Price & Co., P.C., a CPA firm, and serves as a director and treasurer of the Captain Swim Foundation Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, providing access to affiliated and third-party managers across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Christopher Thompson is Vice President and Branch Leader at the The Woodlands Investor Center with Fidelity Investments. In this role, he coaches, leads, and develops a team of financial professionals. He supervises branch activities, engages clients, and collaborates with advisors to help clients pursue their financial goals through Fidelity's financial planning capabilities and process. Christopher has held several positions at Fidelity Investments since 2018, including Branch Leader from 2023 to 2025, Managing Director from 2022 to 2023, Team Leader in Client Services from 2020 to 2022, Workplace Planning Consultant from 2019 to 2020, and Client Relationship Advocate from 2018 to 2019. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Christopher enjoys beach activities, family time, fishing, football, and photography.

Scott Lile is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, beginning his career with Merrill Lynch in 1995. Scott specializes in comprehensive wealth management strategies, including corporate executive services, family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. He leads a team focused on developing investment strategies, goals-based planning, and wealth transfer solutions, emphasizing communication, goal tracking, and portfolio review to create personalized experiences for clients. Scott holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Hardin-Simmons University and maintains the professional designations of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is involved with the Will Herndon Research Fund as a Hope Ambassador, contributing to efforts aimed at eradicating juvenile Batten Disease. Residing in The Woodlands, Texas, Scott balances his professional commitments with personal interests that include biking, golfing, reading, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Mirna Menendez is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank NA and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where she works, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also utilizes algorithmic methodologies and AI in its investment process and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Beth Hearn is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently advising at OSAIC since 2025. Her prior roles include eight years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation and over a decade with Waddell & Reed. Outside of financial advising, she is a commissioned notary. OSAIC Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs a model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization approach, supporting both discretionary and advisor-managed strategies across various account types.

Katheryn Coleman is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She previously worked at HFG Wealth Management before joining Merrill and Bank of America. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs model-based and discretionary investment strategies constructed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers.

Tony Solomon is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients and their families to develop comprehensive financial plans that aim to grow, preserve, and distribute wealth. He focuses on simplifying complex financial concepts and leveraging Fidelity's resources and technology platform to deliver personalized financial solutions. Tony's professional experience includes roles as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, CFO at MLMPI Preparatory Academy, and AVP Private Client Banker in the Advisor Development Program at JPMorgan Chase. His career reflects a broad background in financial consulting, investment advising, and financial management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Tony is interested in family activities, golf, and military service.

Jeff Jin is a financial advisor with Merrill in The Woodlands, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2019 and previously spent six years with Cetera Investment Services. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Charles Johansen III is a financial advisor with Merrill in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1992 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates small businesses including a honey-producing farm and a sports card sales enterprise. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joshua Jurek is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Thrivent Financial, Chick-fil-A, and ownership of HeBrews Coffeehouse. Outside of his advisory work, Jurek serves as a board member of the Design Discovery and Development Foundation and as a house church pastor at Grace House Church. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, offering comprehensive written financial recommendations across various planning areas without implementation. The firm combines holistic, goal-based analyses with managed-account options under a consolidated billing system, while advisors maintain responsibility for plan delivery and updates.

Lester Bostwick is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Spring, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Next Financial Group Inc for 17 years and Ameriprise for 12 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is licensed as an insurance agent specializing in fixed annuities and life/health insurance products. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolios, and third-party asset management, supported by a large network of advisors and various non-advisory financial products.