Ramon Vargas is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Fidelity Investments and TD Ameritrade. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals with existing TIAA retirement plan relationships, as well as trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm distinguishes between one-time planning services and ongoing portfolio management, offering both model and customized investment strategies.

Alexander Valerio is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF based in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He has nine years of industry experience, including four years in the hospitality sector prior to joining TIAA-CREF in 2017. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans, often serving clients connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm operates a fiduciary advisory model that separates planning services from ongoing portfolio management and serves as adviser to a donor-advised fund sponsored by Charityvest.

Annie Shah is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients connected through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm provides both point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management with a fiduciary standard applied to its registered investment adviser services.

Jarred Johnson is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA-CREF since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a short-term rental property. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing relationships through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm’s advisory model separates point-in-time planning from ongoing discretionary management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund while operating within a vertically integrated group that uses affiliated funds.

Rafael Alfaro is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF based in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. for five years and American Income Life for two years. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing relationships through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm offers both point-in-time planning services and ongoing discretionary account management using model or customized portfolios.

John Henifin is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA-CREF and Tiaa since 2010, based in Frisco, TX. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning, discretionary managed account programs, and broker-dealer services primarily to individuals connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm provides both point-in-time financial planning and ongoing discretionary management, utilizing model portfolios and customized strategies guided by fiduciary standards.

Hugo Azpeitia Pedroza is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has 11 years of industry experience, having been with TIAA-CREF since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property independently. TIAA-CREF’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans. The firm provides both point-in-time financial planning and ongoing portfolio management, utilizing model and customized portfolios under a fiduciary standard.

Anita Pring is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at firms including LPL Enterprise LLC, Prudential Advisors, and Fidelity. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals connected to TIAA retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm offers distinct point-in-time planning services alongside ongoing discretionary management, utilizing model portfolios and customized portfolio management under a fiduciary standard.

Ginto Mathew is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA and its affiliated entities since 2012. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals with existing relationships through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm offers a range of model and customized portfolio management options and serves as adviser to a donor-advised fund.

Richard Stainsby is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience. He currently works at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and previously held positions at Wealthstar Advisors, SPC, Sigma Financial Corporation, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., and MSI Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a business under the name Upstream Investment Partners. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments by providing a range of advisory services including investment management, financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory, using globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios implemented through a variety of investment vehicles and supported by educational content and specialized client services.

Jonathan Kimble is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Florida Financial Advisors, Plano Data, Moore Supply Company, and David Weekley Homes, as well as a long tenure at the University of North Texas. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals and entities, including those connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm offers both model and customized portfolio management within a fiduciary framework and serves as adviser to a donor-advised fund.

Tyrus Treadway is a financial advisor at Farther with a Series 65 credential and no prior industry experience outside the firm. He has been affiliated with Farther since 2026 and has owned and operated Treadway Realty since 2009. Farther provides discretionary investment management and advisory services primarily to individual investors, trusts, and estates through both digital platforms and in-person meetings. The firm’s investment approach utilizes Modern Portfolio Theory with proprietary model portfolios and algorithmic rebalancing, employing a mix of ETFs, mutual funds, equities, fixed income, and AI-assisted advisor judgment.

Brett Boudreaux is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA-CREF since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in animal breeding as a member manager of Farm Town Frenchies LLC and works as a food delivery contractor. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with pre-existing TIAA employer retirement relationships. The firm offers model-based and customized portfolio management and acts as adviser to affiliated services such as a donor-advised fund.

Alesia Cooper is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Wells Fargo and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of finance, she operates an herbal goods business and is a freelance makeup artist. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing TIAA retirement relationships. The firm offers both point-in-time planning services and ongoing portfolio management through model and customized portfolios.

Kenith Causey is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with TIAA-CREF since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an Uber driver. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals with pre-existing TIAA retirement plan relationships, as well as trusts, estates, and small retirement plans. The firm offers model-based and customized portfolio management alongside separate broker-dealer services and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund.

Michael Borders is a financial advisor at Kestra Advisory Services with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Kestra, Michael worked in various educational roles within multiple school districts and briefly with other advisory firms. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a diverse range of institutional and individual clients. The firm offers services including fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, employee education, and pooled plan solutions, managing approximately $79.8 billion in assets.

Umair Zaman is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, New York Life Insurance Company, Citigroup Global Markets, and JP Morgan Securities. Outside of finance, he was involved as a co-founder and organizer of 3B Welding Inc., although the venture remains inactive. TIAA-CREF’s Advice & Planning Services division offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm separates one-time planning services from ongoing portfolio management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund while operating within a vertically integrated structure.

Nathan Floyd is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works with clients to understand and align with their unique financial goals. In his role, he guides clients through the complexities of financial challenges and provides support tailored to their individual needs. Nathan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, progressing through roles including Customer Relationship Advocate, Investment Solutions Representative, and Investment Solutions Representative II before becoming a Planning Consultant in 2024. This experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of investment solutions and client relationship management. Further details about Nathan's education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement have not been provided.

Francisco Medina is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing three years of industry experience. He has worked with several firms, including Ernst & Young Investment Advisers LLP and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory role, he operates an eBay storefront where he sells personal items. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as trusts, estates, and small retirement plans. The firm offers both point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management through a fiduciary advisory model.

David Yang is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, Texas, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at West Ocean Inc., Hwee Wyatts Holdings, Southern Methodist University, and the Singapore Civil Defense Force. Outside of finance, he is the founder and operations manager of David Yang Photography, a business specializing in wedding, corporate, and graduation photography. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and corporate entities, often serving clients with existing relationships through employer retirement plans. The firm integrates point-in-time planning services with ongoing discretionary management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund while operating within a vertically integrated group using affiliated funds.