Stephen Benotti is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a 25% ownership stake in Sure Fine Markets, an investment-related business in League City, TX. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Valentina Everhart is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, based in Spring, TX, and has 19 years of industry experience. She has worked with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2007 and with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2009. 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, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm employs a non-discretionary approach tailored to client goals and supports municipal and public-finance work through unique affiliations.

Craig Tomasek is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2002. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in The Woodlands, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Ted Oliver Sr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Stifel Independent Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, brokerage and insurance services, and access to third-party asset management programs, operating as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer.

Louis Mattaliano is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James and affiliated entities since 2009. Outside his advisory role, he is a limited partner in the Mattaliano Family LP and a member of Memorial Equities, LLC. 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 consulting services using analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA consulting.

Brandon Glowacki is a financial advisor at Cetera with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Edward Jones. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Anaydi Kashuba is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Fidelity Investments and Citibank, as well as multiple roles within JPMorgan Chase and J.P. Morgan Securities. 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 their recommendations.

Michael Rondon is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., among other firms. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence with an ESG eligibility framework.

Dustin Creager is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spring, Texas, where he has worked since 2018. He has eight years of industry experience and a prior 20-year career at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. In addition to his financial advisory role, he serves as a volunteer firefighter and District Chief with the Klein Volunteer Fire Department. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients across various market segments. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and maintains a large national presence with over 23,000 advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Daniel Brooks is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 credential and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, Edward Jones, and TD Ameritrade. 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, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized operational resources.

Amber Seiler is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in The Woodlands, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes ten years at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of her advisory career, she has been involved in several entrepreneurial ventures, including Amber Rae Photography and Colors of Amber Makeup. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 investment recommendations.

Duncan Sandiland is a CFP® and ChFC® with 28 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and has an extensive background that includes over two decades with Avantax Advisory Services and related firms. Sandiland also operates Sandiland Financial Solutions, providing tax preparation and accounting services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management options and oversees more than $256 billion in assets through a network of over 10,000 advisors.

Rod Rizile is a Financial Consultant with experience at Fidelity Investments, where he held various roles including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, Investment Solutions Representative, and Customer Relationship Advocate from 2019 to 2025. His professional background encompasses a range of responsibilities related to investment consulting, financial planning, and client relationship management. Rod's approach to financial planning is centered on understanding clients' unique financial goals. He emphasizes listening attentively and analyzing specific needs to develop personalized investment strategies aligned with long-term objectives. Outside of his professional work, Rod has personal interests in fitness, food, football, museums, and traveling.

June Stanton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and six years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and proprietary investment estimates in its financial planning process.

Rachel Lewis is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Spring, TX. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2025. Lewis has over 20 years of experience as a bank branch manager at First Tech Federal Credit Union. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and offers specialized programs such as wrap-fee advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Dennis Sump is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Spring, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and having 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2018, he worked at Edward Jones from 2015 to 2018. He is the owner of LKS Wealth Management, LLC in Spring, TX. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm provides multiple investment platform options and combines proprietary and third-party model strategies, with documented disclosures and compliance features tied to its institutional scale.

Earl Newsome is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Spring, TX, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and over 32 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he spent 18 years at Next Financial Group Inc. He is also active as a non-variable insurance agent. LPL Financial serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisors. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Colin Wong is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Axa Advisors, LLC for 14 years. He has no reported notable outside business activities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of over 23,700 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices nationwide.

Reagan Pettey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Houston, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2015 and also operates Custom Benefit Services of Houston, Inc., a business he has been involved with since 1997. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Courtney Ruckstuhl is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 11 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and Chase Bank, as well as Price Financial LLC, where she provides financial planning and wealth management services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options and serves over 800,000 clients with more than $256 billion in assets under management.