Trent Pauls is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2017, following a year at Signpost. He serves as a committee member for the American Cancer Society, assisting with event planning. Merrill, together 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Atkins is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS Financial Services since 2008. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering services such as futures commission merchant activities, principal trading, and proprietary research.

Christopher Olsen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Fidelity and its affiliates since 2012. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and employs oversight and evaluation processes aimed at mitigating conflicts of interest.

Steven Mitchell is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and previously at Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients with various advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and models to support its advisory services.

Daniela Arias Rojas is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on providing tailored strategies encompassing wealth preservation, growth opportunities, and personalized financial planning aligned with the goals of individuals and business owners. Daniela aims to help clients navigate the complexities of finances to achieve clarity and confidence in their financial futures. She holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Daniela completed her high school education at Coronado High School and attended El Paso Community College without degree completion. She is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Raymundo Gomez Janeiro is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2025, he held various roles including positions at Swig Drinks and the University of the Incarnate Word. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Alan Pearson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and market simulations to support its financial planning services.

James Boone III is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in San Antonio, Texas. He holds a Series 63 designation and has 34 years of industry experience, including 13 years with his current firm. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

David Saldana is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Victory Capital Services, USAA Investment Management, and USAA Financial Advisors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee.

Rahul Tandan is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2021, he worked at Chase Bank and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of CIRLCLE JERKY LLC, a limited liability company established in 2023, though the entity has no active operations. 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 by offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Jason Black is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Carolyn Brown Simpson is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Merrill in San Antonio, TX, with 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch since 2007. Merrill, together 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Bendele is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in San Antonio, TX, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 32 years of industry experience, including extensive tenure at USAA from 1994 to 2020 before joining Charles Schwab in 2020. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm operates a predominantly non-discretionary client relationship model while providing access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and employs a multi-asset strategic investment approach with centralized custody and supervisory functions.

Rene Ruiz is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 36 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. He has worked with Cambridge since 2012 and also operates Nexus Financial Solutions. Outside of financial advising, Ruiz is involved in photography through Nexus Photogenics and owns a tax service. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, employing a mix of proprietary and third-party strategies tailored to client objectives.

James Morgan is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and six years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019 and also has a banking background with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank dating back to 2016. His prior experience includes service in the U.S. Navy. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Charlotte Pawel is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo. She is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, which provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including model portfolios for intermediary platforms.

Colton Creamer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and Merrill before returning to Morgan Stanley. He serves on the board and on the investment and finance committees of the Texas Military Institute, a nonprofit organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment research.

Steven Romero is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab and ASRC Federal Contractor. He serves as an officer in the U.S. Army Reserve. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Tammy Tyree is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 32 years of industry experience, including 17 years with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and 26 years with Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and providing customized financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Michael Chansley is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab in San Antonio, TX. His prior roles include positions at USAA Investment Management Company and USAA Financial Planning Services. Outside of his advisory work, he volunteers as a scorekeeper and referee for indoor soccer matches at the Northwoods Ice Center. 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 affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers integrated brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.