Mark Owens is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 46 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Robert Young is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to that, he worked at MMWKM Advisors, LLC from 2016 to 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Connie Gambatese is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Bee Cave, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm serves institutional clients with a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Ryan Saravo is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 65 and Series 66 registrations and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Finalis Securities LLC, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and AllianceBernstein. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, offering clients multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and brokerage services.

Robert Petmecky is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, DKIM Capital, and BNY Mellon Wealth Management. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to 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 with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Austin Sturrock is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2022, he worked at Gary Greene Better Homes and Gardens, AstraZeneca, and Vertical Pharmaceuticals. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a range of investment strategies and affiliated financial services. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and supports its advisory services with a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Kelly Babineaux is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing Services since 2018, following two years at JP Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, relying on research and analytics to inform investment decisions.

Tam Tran-Minh is Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2018. In this capacity, Tam focuses on helping clients and their families develop strategies aimed at achieving financial independence, utilizing Fidelity's planning resources, technology, and investment options. Tam has been with Fidelity Investments since 2000, holding various positions including Financial Consultant, Investment Solutions Consultant, Annuity Sales Representative, Senior Investments Representative, and Investments Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, Tam worked as a Financial Advisor at American Express Financial Advisors from 1999 to 2000. Outside of professional commitments, Tam enjoys family activities, fitness, visiting museums, traveling, and volunteering.

Cassandra Richardson is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with J.P. Morgan Securities. She has been with J.P. Morgan in various roles since 2012. Outside of her advisory work, she is an owner and partner in a short-term Airbnb rental business in Houston. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly 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 processes.

Robert Fenno is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edelman Financial Engines since 2016, including roles at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and Financial Engines Advisor Center, Llc. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm employs a committee-driven proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions.

Matthew Prucha is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he manages Tres Lomas Ranch LLC, a ranch property in Humble, Texas. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients across individual and institutional segments. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Donald Gaddy is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2005. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and affiliated investment options. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and is noted for its extensive retail advisor and branch network as well as its affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services.

Cindy Ough is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 1993, including her current affiliation with Bank of America, N.A. since 2021. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a combination of model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers.

Paul Hammersmith is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing dating back to 2012. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole owner of PHLH LLC, a financial practice based in Shenandoah, TX. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning for business-owner transitions, sports and entertainment, special needs, and divorce. Advisors use firm research and planning tools to create tailored recommendations, with clients retaining discretion over implementation through brokerage or advisory programs.

Manuel Elvir III is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and securities licenses Series 63, 65, and 66. His prior experience includes roles at Mutual of America Securities LLC and Mutual of America Life Insurance Company. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where Manuel works, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Mark Nixon is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in The Woodlands, TX. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 36 years of industry experience, including 13 years with Raymond James & Associates. 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, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions with a range of portfolio management styles and firm-supported research.

Jonathan Zodin is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2004 and plays a key role in client communication and business development for the team. Jonathan primarily focuses on developing initial financial plans that serve as blueprints to guide clients through their financial goals. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Jonathan earned a bachelor's degree in communications from the University of Texas at Austin. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income.

Bryan Dellinger is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His prior roles include positions at Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and Primerica Advisors. Dellinger serves as a non-public arbitrator for FINRA, participating in dispute resolution within the securities industry. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning across various topics and integrates these plans with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option while keeping services separate.

Ronald Folwell Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 35 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has held roles at firms including Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, United Capital Financial Advisors, and Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC. His practice is based in The Woodlands, TX. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm utilizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting programs.

Shane Bueno is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2005. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services supported by research and various portfolio management options.