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 licenses. He has been in the industry since 2022, with prior experience at firms including Allied Wealth and Pattern Financial Group. Outside of financial services, he has been involved with Novus INS Group LLC since 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s approach combines quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate ESG criteria.

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.

Dillon Burr is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Arch Staffing Group and the University of Texas. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

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.”

Jason Hugele is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. from 2004 to 2008 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns MK EVENTS LLC, a business involved in tax preparation for a wedding and event floral enterprise. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

John Carolyn is a financial advisor at Stifel in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with 24 years of industry experience. He was previously with UBS Financial Services for 23 years before joining Stifel in 2025. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group. The firm offers episodic fee-based financial planning and caters to a variety of client needs without automatic implementation or ongoing monitoring.

Lindsey Hutton is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Edward Jones in Houston, TX, bringing nine years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, Lindsey is involved with Crossfit Eminence. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of advisors and branches across the United States.

Cody Turner is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2021. Outside of finance, he has experience at The Toasted Yolk and worked at At&t. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services, combining non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and alternative investment programs.

David Zian is a CFP® professional with a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2017 and previously spent five years at Robbins Brothers. Based in Houston, TX, he is affiliated with Edward Jones, a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. Edward Jones manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and maintains capabilities such as a trust company and securities-based lending.

Raymond Leslie is a Series 66 licensed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2005. Prior to that, he was with Equitable Advisors from 2003 to 2005. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, offering non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm supports its advisory process with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

David Aponte is a Series 66-registered advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch and Walmart before joining J.P. Morgan in 2024. 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 to develop model asset allocations and incorporates broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through affiliated entities.

Jonathon Alicea is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Dyversity, LLC, One Main Financial, and Wells Fargo. He has been with JPMorgan Chase and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a selective advisory program focused on written asset allocation advice, manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research to support its recommendations and offers a range of derivatives and commodities capabilities.

James Mahdak Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 34 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2022, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and A. G. Edwards & Sons. Outside of his advisory role, he is an independent contractor for Aventura LLC, a support company where he rents office space and uses their OSJ facilities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized programs for municipal and public finance as well as SIMPLE IRA employer advisory services.

Ulises Burnett is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Woodforest National Bank before joining JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities in 2025. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm's advisory process is supported by centralized due diligence that combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

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.

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.

Philip Bourgeois is Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with corporate executives and their families to build financial plans designed around their individual needs, values, and goals. His approach to the planning process focuses on genuine client connections and building lifelong relationships centered around trust. Philip has held various positions at Fidelity Investments since 2010, including Vice President, Regional Planning Consultant - Executive Services, Vice President, Branch Leader, and Financial Consultant. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Philip's personal interests include fitness, golf, hiking, and playing musical instruments.