Joseph Najarian is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles at Charles Schwab and its bank from 2016 to the present, with prior experience at Bank of America and Merrill. 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, delivering investment guidance through multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Kevin Hargrove is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2023. He has extensive experience within Fidelity, having held roles such as Director Retirement Planner in the Tax-Exempt market from 2017 to 2023, and positions focused on retirement and investment solutions from 2013 onward. Kevin is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who partners with clients and their families to develop and maintain financial plans that align with their priorities and values. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California, supporting his ability to serve clients in these regions. Outside of his professional work, Kevin engages in activities including comedy, family activities, fitness, golf, and running.

Nancy Wallace Ruffin is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cedar Hill, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2008. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendation reports. The firm serves clients through a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

John Tiner is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 66 and Series 63 designations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, Charles Schwab and Co., Inc., and Td Ameritrade. Outside of his advisory work, he is a co-owner of an inactive company originally intended for organic vegetable farming. 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 offers both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by centralized operations and a multi-asset investment approach.

Roberto Torres is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. In this position, he partners with clients and their families to develop customized financial plans tailored to their personal needs. He focuses on collaboration and building strong relationships to create strategies aligned with clients' financial goals. Roberto's experience at Fidelity Investments includes roles as an Investment Solutions Representative from 2022 to 2023 and as a Customer Relationship Advocate from 2019 to 2022. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Roberto's personal interests include cars, family activities, social events with friends, golf, horseback riding, and traveling.

Robert Allsup serves as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been since 2020. He brings extensive experience in the financial services industry, having held roles such as Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2010 to 2020, Fixed Income Specialist at Fidelity Investments between 2008 and 2010, and Investment Consultant at Fidelity from 2006 to 2008. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Service Representative at Fidelity Investments and as a Financial Consultant at Northwestern Mutual. Robert holds an Arkansas Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial consulting and client service. His approach focuses on simplifying investing and aligning clients' capital use with their values. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys baseball, family activities, fitness, music, pets, and reading.

Hector Ortiz Ramirez is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Charles Schwab. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2018 and previously spent five years with Santander Consumer USA. Hector holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions, employing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and brokerage functions.

Alexis Fothergill is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, Alexis worked at Fidelity Investments and has a background that includes roles outside the financial industry, such as employment at Trader Joe’s. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management alongside comprehensive brokerage and custodial services.

Susan Smith is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 14 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Avantax Insurance Services, Avantax Advisory Services, and First Command Advisory Services. Outside of her advisory work, she performs notary services in Texas and occasionally assists with front desk duties at a local vision clinic. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable organizations, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified investment management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers, discretionary and non-discretionary programs, and a variety of investment strategies.

Clayton Claunch is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a property management business focused on short-term rental leasing. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Emily Corona is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022 and has prior work experience in various roles outside the financial industry, including ownership of a coffee bar. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves both retail and institutional investors and is noted for its advisory roles with registered investment companies and use of systematic investment methodologies.

Richard Marino is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2013 and at Charles Schwab Bank since 2026. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Erica Estes is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been employed since 2020. She has progressed through several roles within the company, starting as a Workplace Planning Associate, advancing through Workplace Planning Consultant levels I to III, and then serving as a Financial Consultant I before assuming her current position in 2024. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Erica works with individuals and families to develop, implement, and maintain financial plans aimed at addressing their current needs and future objectives. She focuses on creating personalized financial strategies to help clients achieve financial stability and long-term success. Outside of her professional work, Erica enjoys camping, cooking and baking, gardening, kayaking, and spending time with her pets.

Dakoda Trull is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity, a role held since 2025. Prior to this, Dakoda progressed through several positions within Fidelity, including Investment Solutions Representative II in 2024-2025, Investment Solutions Representative I in 2023, and Client Relationship Advocate from 2022 to 2023. In the course of this experience, Dakoda assists clients in defining and advancing their financial goals by understanding their individual stories and aspirations. This collaborative approach aims to develop custom investment strategies and financial plans tailored to clients' specific needs.

Bellann Hyten is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Corinth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2020 and has been involved in various business and community roles, including with the Greater Denton Arts Council and the Oakmont Women's Club. Outside of her advisory work, she is also a business owner involved with Camino Business Owner and Support Services. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Whitney Baker is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Charles Schwab Bank, and TD Ameritrade. Prior to her financial services career, she was employed at Rockwall High School for two years. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through Schwab Wealth Advisory’s wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm provides a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options supported by Schwab’s in-house research and centralized operational structure.

Philip Kendall is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 66 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2009. Kendall serves on the boards of the Dallas Fort Worth CFA Society and the Mosshaven Elementary Dad's Club. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab offers a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Kirsten Sedino is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she was involved in the restaurant industry as an officer responsible for marketing at Meat U Anywhere Management LLC for ten years. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and consulting for retail and institutional investors.

Vincent Bowery is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 8 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His background includes service in the United States Navy from 2013 to 2017 and roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2017. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio construction. The firm employs proprietary research combined with quantitative and algorithmic methods, and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Casey Nace is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and Chase Bank. 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 models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and incorporates a formal alternative-investment onboarding process.