John Schantz III is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2018 and previously spent two years at Merrill. Schantz also served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 2010 to 2017. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through a centralized team and non-discretionary implementation, utilizing investment research and algorithmic tools to support tax-aware withdrawal strategies and Social Security claiming options.

Garrett Frazier is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Fund Services Group and completed his education at the University of Oklahoma. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Yasir Manzoor is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. for a combined 10 years. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and fund advisory services.

Susan Green is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 35 years of experience in investment management. She works with high net worth individuals, families, foundations, endowments, and not-for-profit organizations to help them achieve their financial goals through personalized wealth management strategies. Her client focus areas include liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. Susan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce and Business Administration from the University of Alabama and a Master’s degree in Finance from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Susan is skilled in investment management, asset allocation, portfolio management, stocks, bonds, and finance. In addition to her professional work, Susan values community involvement and volunteers with local organizations. Her personal interests include football, golfing, spending time with her family, and traveling. She is committed to working one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies designed to help them pursue their long-term goals.

Jeffrey Howell is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tomball, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1998. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies under a fiduciary standard. The firm is notable for its extensive retail advisor network and affiliated financial services beyond advisory offerings.

Charles Sautter is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at John Hancock Advisers LLC, LPL Financial, and Fidelity Investments. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients across a wide range of needs. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, including tax-efficient services and affiliated investment products.

Molly Anders is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining Fidelity. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across a range of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Neil Puskorius is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, with 15 years of experience in the financial advising industry. He specializes in working with individual families and small businesses, focusing on building, preserving, and growing their wealth through investment and insurance solutions. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Texas State University, graduating Cum Laude in 2010. Neil attained his FINRA registrations also in 2010 and earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification in 2015. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Neil is based in north Houston, currently living in Tomball with his wife Maranda and their daughter Virginia. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys cooking, music, reading, and spending time with his family. He is also a fan of baseball, particularly the Houston Astros.

Nicole Stokes is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Stokes holds a Series 63 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Nicholas Hirstein is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also works with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates certain ESG considerations.

Jonas Peterson is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and previously worked at Bank One, Wisconsin for 30 years. Peterson serves on the Board of Directors for Citizens for Animal Protection. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting.

Tijinekia Telford is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles with The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Farmers Insurance Group. She is involved in commercial insurance sales through her own agency and plans to start notary services in 2024. LPL Enterprise serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is typically model-driven, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in wrap programs, alongside a notable role in insurance and non-securities services.

Jenae Jordan is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with six years at the firm and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked with Grace United Methodist Church and Memorial Drive United Methodist Church. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Joseph Canlas 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 2016. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Andrea Armstrong is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Armstrong worked at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies through a nationwide network of approximately 23,701 financial advisors.

Ted Lukeman is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Royal Alliance Associates, Cetera Wealth Services, LLC, and MetLife Investment Fund Services LLC. He also operates a sole proprietorship offering major medical and life insurance products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm utilizes a model-based investment approach with a variety of advisory programs and third-party manager options, supported by a large, multi-advisor platform.

Kara Averitt is a financial advisor with Merrill based in The Woodlands, TX. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2012, including seven years under its affiliation with Bank of America. 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.

Richard Davis is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spring, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and also works as an athletic trainer providing coverage for sporting events in the north Houston area. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in education with Magnolia ISD and Conroe ISD. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and maintains a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Cassie Lopez is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing three years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Wells Fargo prior to joining Fidelity. 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 manage diversified portfolios and model strategies.

Mark Hemann is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Spring, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its predecessor, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, Hemann serves as a board member and treasurer for the Northampton Municipal Utility District and co-manages a family-owned ranch property. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based analyses across various planning areas without portfolio management for institutional clients. The firm allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs through a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan” while keeping these services separate.