Daniel Noce is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 designations and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Big Y Foods and Central Connecticut State University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and portfolio management. The firm employs proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and is noted for its use of AI methods and formal advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies.

Makenna Lang is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her background includes roles at several educational institutions and community organizations. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated financial services under a fiduciary standard.

Yifan O'Connor is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with J.P. Morgan Securities and affiliated entities since 2017, previously spending time at Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Robert Flores is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Austin, TX, where he has worked since 2007, including time at Axa Advisors, LLC. He has 19 years of industry experience. Flores serves as vice president of finance for the Ingleside Education Foundation and holds board memberships with the Corpus Christi Estate Planning Council, the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and FINSECA. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm uses risk assessment to match clients with advisory program models or discretionary managers, leveraging both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Miguel Davila Penaloza is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Edward Jones, Meta Inc, and Apple Inc. He is based in Leander, TX. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Melinda Kaiser is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She previously worked for NEXT Financial Group, Inc. for 24 years before joining LPL Financial in 2025. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with JoeandMel, LLC, a real estate rental business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Jon Garcia is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2012. 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. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative investment process.

Sarah Coombes is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with Series 66 registration and one year of industry experience. Prior to her financial services career, she worked for the Palatine Police Department for five years and has held various roles in hospitality and retail. She is also associated with Oak Crest Financial, a non-investment related support company based in Liberty Hill, TX. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by analytical tools and comprehensive service programs. The firm is known for its municipal advisory affiliation and specialized employer advisory services.

George Howe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked with U.S. Capital Wealth Advisors, LLC, USCA Securities LLC, and Usca Ria LLC. Howe is co-owner of SB Wealth Advisors LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Johnathan Parohinog is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, based in Cedar Park, TX. He has two years of industry experience, including prior roles at automotive and service companies such as Toyota and TQL. Outside of advising, he is a co-owner of FILO Residencies LLC, a business involved in arranging corporate leases. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, offering holistic, goal-based financial plans without portfolio management or institutional advisory functions.

Caitlin Koester is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Third Base Sports Bar as a server and bartender. 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. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Michael Bergeron is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Charles Schwab in Austin, TX. His prior work history includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank and various positions outside the financial sector. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Lori Sturgis is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience, currently with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX. Her prior work includes roles at CUSO Financial Services and multiple positions within Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank. 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. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Marcus Leyva is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and over 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Jjmack Group, LLC and Waddell & Reed, Inc., where he worked for 12 years. Outside of his primary advisory work, he has been involved with Jjmack Group, LLC for investment-related purposes and holds a license in non-variable insurance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including financial planning and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by in-house and third-party research.

Andrew Draeger is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 credential and under two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab, Fidelity Investments, and client relations positions. 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. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and research from Schwab’s Center for Financial Research.

Logan Clipp is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement income planning and tax-aware withdrawal strategies supported by proprietary research and algorithmic tools.

Justin Masci is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2017 and previously had a one-year break in employment. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary financial planning and access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm is notable for its scale, integrated structure, and multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Melanie Dunn is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones and DexYP. Outside of her advisory role, she owns an LLC related to a residential real estate property. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, mainly high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering wealth advisory wrap fee programs, managed accounts, and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separate managed accounts and provides multi-asset model portfolios supported by research and alternative investment options.

John Rowe is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at COSTAR Group and Blue Ridge Bank, among other roles. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in managing portfolios and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Akshay Gupta is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2019 to 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in electrical engineering through a separate business activity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining proprietary research with third-party model portfolios and advanced portfolio management technologies.