Charles Mehling is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of group and individual health, fixed life, disability income, and long-term care insurance products through Mehling Financial Group. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Thomas Pickett is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for nine years before joining Wells Fargo in 2022. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of financial product offerings that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Brandi Hernandez Acevedo is a Series 66-credentialed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. She has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2023 and spent thirteen years at Bank of America and Merrill from 2010 to 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program that delivers written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting with clients retaining final decision-making authority. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative due diligence and incorporates forward-looking capital market assumptions, using an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Tyler Kinchen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Energy Capital Credit Union, JP Morgan Chase Bank, and various service and educational organizations. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and fund advisory services.

Daniel Weber is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at various Fidelity entities since 2011. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Lisa Calloway is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2020, preceded by work at H.D. Vest and Wells Fargo Clearing. She is also the owner of Focus Forward Divorce Planning, a divorce planning service based in Spring, TX. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs, operating through thousands of financial professionals and offering access to multiple platforms, third-party advisers, and proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Justin Letbetter is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His background includes military service in the United States Marine Corps and roles at Caldwell Companies and Texas A&M prior to joining Thrivent. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, offering comprehensive written recommendations on various financial planning topics while separating planning from portfolio management.

Carlos Diaz is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He focuses on understanding his clients' financial goals and concerns to build and develop holistic plans that address their needs and help achieve their objectives. He has professional experience in various roles including Financial Consultant and Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments in 2023, as well as Premier Banker and Relationship Banker at Wells Fargo from 2015 to 2023. Outside of his professional work, Carlos enjoys spending time with friends and attending social events. He also has interests in scuba diving and traveling.

Sean Apostalo is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients to create financial plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. Sean has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, Workplace Planning Consultant II, Investment Solutions Representative, and High Net Worth Representative II. His extensive experience covers multiple aspects of financial consulting and client relationship management within Fidelity. Sean's career path reflects a deep engagement with investment solutions and financial planning. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys boating, fishing, gardening, scuba diving, and swimming.

Julia Arnsworth is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America and Merrill. 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 and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process combines quantitative and qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities through its broader regulatory registrations and affiliated entities.

Barry Tate is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 20 years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Edward Jones, and Kestra Advisory. Outside his advisory work, he is the owner of Tate Cinnaholic Ventures LLC, a non-investment business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice and account management provided by independent advisers utilizing a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Gavin Walters is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at Uber and ARISS Financial Group/Kuttin Wealth Management Ameriprise. Walters also has a background outside finance, having worked at Mencius Gourmet Hunan. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through a centralized team and proprietary analysis tools.

Taylor Allcott is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since 2013 and holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 registrations. Taylor is a specially qualified Senior Portfolio Advisor who provides investment advice and guidance, helping clients pursue their objectives by building and managing custom investment strategies, including selecting from Merrill Lynch model portfolios and third-party strategies. In the firm's Investment Advisory Program, he may manage client strategies on a discretionary basis. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Kentucky and maintains professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Taylor's client focus areas include college education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of his professional work, Taylor is involved with organizations such as "Be A Resource for CPS Kids" and the "Peanut Butter Cannery." He is a member of the Greater Houston University of Kentucky Alumni Club.

Jason Jones is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in The Woodlands, TX, holding a Series 66 license and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. His other business activities include serving as an executor of multiple estates. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

William Probe is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Humble, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his work at Ameriprise, Probe manages an independent advisory business through DGW Worldwide, LLC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized advice, with an emphasis on assets held within Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Bill Rippey is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Houston, TX, with 32 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in business ownership through Ronin Services LLC and a member of Pennway Management, both non-investment-related activities. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Chloe Tran is a financial advisor at Cetera with 14 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she provides administrative support to a registered representative and holds a fixed insurance license. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers.

James O'Connor is a financial advisor at Merrill with 36 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2009. Merrill, along 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Trevor Faulkner is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his career as a financial advisor in 2020, he has focused on creating personalized financial strategies that align with his clients' goals. Trevor works closely with clients to consider their risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs, helping them make important financial decisions. Trevor's expertise includes wealth management, retirement planning, risk management, college savings, and tax planning. He holds several professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Sam Houston State University and holds a certificate from the College of Financial Planning. Trevor is involved with the Woodlands Chamber of Commerce and participates in community work with Habitat for Humanity. He resides in Spring, Texas with his wife Annie and their two dogs. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, hiking, hunting, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Matthew Cudd is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, sports and entertainment, and retirement income. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals. Matthew holds a Bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional duties, he spends time with his wife and four children. His personal interests include baseball, fishing, football, golfing, hunting, music, reading, skiing, and traveling.