Wilkin Howard is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at DeliverIt, Klein ISD, PioneerRx, and Kroger Co. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive, goal-based analyses and written recommendations on a wide range of financial planning topics. The firm separates its planning services from managed accounts and does not serve as a portfolio manager for institutional clients.

Paul Rhoades is a financial advisor with OSAIC in The Woodlands, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked at Harman Wealth Management and Crossbridge Wealth Strategies. He also spent two years on the faculty at Sam Houston State University College of Business Administration. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse clientele including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services and uses various tools and platforms to construct and manage portfolios tailored to client needs.

Nicholas Arre Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at OSAIC since 2023. His prior experience includes SagePoint Financial and N.W. Arre, Jr. Investment Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is an owner of a condominium managed by Cabarete Group in the Dominican Republic. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that include various asset classes.

John Dewitt is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2021 and previously held roles at Buckeye International and taught at Sam Houston State University and Lone Star College-Montgomery Campus. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Richard Gutierrez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and Merrill. He is based in The Woodlands, TX. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, providing investment consulting and advisory services through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when making investment recommendations.

Melanie Null is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Woodlands Securities Corporation and D.H. Hill Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from a broad universe of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Sammy Johnson is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at OSAIC since 2023 and previously spent 17 years with Sagepoint Financial, Inc. Johnson is also the sole proprietor of Harman Wealth Management, an independent RIA, where he provides investment advisory services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering a wide range of integrated brokerage, investment advisory, and retirement planning services through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms.

Carl McGee serves as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2020. He has a professional background in financial consulting and investment advising, with experience encompassing roles such as Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments since 2014. Prior to his tenure at Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Axa Equitable from 2013 to 2014. In his current role, Carl focuses on providing value to his clients by offering suggestions, ideas, and alternatives to assist with their financial situations. He leverages the extensive resources available at Fidelity to support clients in making informed financial decisions. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Carl is interested in family activities and hiking.

Jennifer Larkey is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Her prior work includes roles at Extraco Banks and First Hawaiian Bank. 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 clients. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Samuel Dirringer is a Financial Advisor specializing in wealth management with Merrill Lynch. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their individual financial goals and to develop personalized investment strategies aimed at pursuing those objectives. His responsibilities include providing investment advice and facilitating access to banking and lending services through Bank of America. Samuel's expertise encompasses general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial needs. He emphasizes getting to know clients personally to tailor strategies that align with what matters most to them. Throughout his work, he offers ongoing advice and guidance to adapt to clients' evolving financial situations. He holds a high school diploma from Klein Oak High School and a bachelor's degree from Concordia University. Samuel has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He is proficient in both English and French.

Lauren Biggs is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and nine years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and was self-employed for nearly a decade. Outside of her advisory role, she co-owns a rental property in Austin, Texas. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary solutions. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Dustin Perry is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials. He has experience working in insurance, benefits, and human resources through Hebert Financial and owns an agricultural business, Perry Cattle Company. Prior roles include positions with Carmichael Properties and the Lovelady Independent School District. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing multiple platform arrangements and both proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Emmanuel Velazquez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Regions Bank, and Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Lynn Wammel is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has spent her entire career at Edward Jones since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she performs contract work reviewing bridge inspections and related reports for ASK Engineering in Kingwood, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies supported by a large national network and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Brian Kidwell is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, based in The Woodlands, TX. He has 13 years of industry experience, all with LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Executive Vice President of D.Hilton Associates, Inc., where he oversees a strategic services team and assists in senior executive recruitment for the credit union industry. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by extensive research and model portfolios.

Lindsey Barlow is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she has a 50% ownership in Barlow Ventures LLC, a specialty contracting business based in Cypress, TX. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jared Chamberlain is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2019. He partners with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their family's specific needs and goals. Prior to his current role, Jared held positions as an Investment Consultant from 2017 to 2019 and as a Relationship Manager from 2015 to 2017, both at Fidelity Investments. He also gained experience as a Financial Services Representative at E*trade Financial from 2013 to 2014. Jared holds an Arkansas Insurance License, supporting his professional qualifications in the financial services industry.

Yi Xuan Cheng is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with four years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, Cheng worked at firms including Benedetti, Gucer & Associates, Ameriprise, and DriveWealth. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Garrett Huff is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at BBVA Compass before joining Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he plays drums at several churches in the Houston area, including Oakridge Baptist Church. 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 offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by in-house research and alternative investment options.

Cody Bartlett is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience and is currently with LPL Financial in Conroe, TX, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a Series 66 license and operates a related business under the name Bartlett Financial. 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, financial planning, and brokerage services, including model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.