Jay Brown is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Arlington, TX, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 65 designations and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC for 14 years before joining Ameriprise in 2025. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-supported advice, primarily for clients maintaining assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Audra King is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. She has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2021 and has worked with MassMutual Life Insurance Co. since 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on multiple boards, including educational and hospital foundations, the Odessa Chamber of Commerce, and a community counseling center, in addition to participating in local government planning and zoning activities. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs, including wrap and money-manager options, and educational seminars, emphasizing collaborative, goal-based financial planning.

Steven Hanes is a financial advisor with Cetera in Ft Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Foresters Advisory Services LLC and Foresters Financial before joining Cetera in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is a part-owner of a grocery store business and operates Hanes Wealth Management as a DBA for his Cetera practice. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. It offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with various program structures and access to third-party money managers.

Kristin Campbell is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has worked at various firms including PNC Managed Account Solutions, St Johns Wealth Management, and BBVA Compass Investment Solutions. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. 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 a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party analytics.

John Orear Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked at Osaic Wealth and has experience in other business ventures, including a family limited partnership where he assists with investment direction and tax preparation. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform that emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization. The firm is notable for its scale, recent consolidation activity, and a complex affiliate network.

Hanlu Ye is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019. Prior to that, she held roles at Bbva Compass Insurance Agency, Bbva Wealth Solutions, Bbva Securities, and COMPASS Bank from 2014 to 2019. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Russell Jeanis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments and its affiliates since 2011, as well as at Peak American Investment Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is a consultant to a pediatric dental practice and a partner in a real estate investing firm. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm’s investment approach combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction across a broad investable universe.

Jimmie Simpson is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2023, he worked at Edward Jones for six years and has held positions at Baylor Scott & White and Baylor University. He is also the president and owner of White Buffalo Wealth LLC, a support company based in Willow Park, TX. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Shannon Clemons is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Clemons worked at All Care Professional Home Health and was self-employed for 18 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Kate Buttarazzi is an advisor at Robert Baird & Co. in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation. She joined Baird in 2025 and has prior experience across various roles including positions at Miracle Mama, KCD, and HerStory. Outside of financial services, she has been involved in several other business activities, such as work with Miracle Mama and BrainCharge. Kate is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and portfolio management services supported by internal research and technology, including artificial intelligence, and had approximately $394 billion in regulatory assets under management as of December 31, 2025.

Derick Ritenour is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles at Thrivent Financial and affiliated entities, as well as prior experience in the banking and mortgage sectors. Outside of financial advising, he is the founder of an outdoor outfitter and apparel LLC, although the business is not currently operational. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial analyses and written recommendations across a broad range of planning topics. The firm combines these planning services with managed accounts under a consolidated billing option while keeping the two service types separate.

Isabel Gonzalez is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Investments, LLC from 2007 to 2011. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources in its investment approach.

Ryan Finglass is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previous experience at Bank of America and Texas A&M University. Outside of finance, he is involved with Cheerleader Lady, LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services with a focus on tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by firm research and diverse portfolio management strategies.

Kelsey Lindsey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2019, she worked with Cetera and Foresters Financial Services. Outside of her advisory work, she is the owner and entertainer of Fort Worth Princess Parties, a home-based business started in 2012. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and various technology tools.

Johnnie Mosley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has been associated with Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he is an independent consultant for Scout and Cellar, a wine delivery service. 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 combines research from its Investment Institute and third-party sources to guide its investment approach.

Scott Avery is a Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Abilene. He provides advisory services to high net worth families and their legal and tax advisors, focusing on investment and spending policies, traditional and alternative asset allocation, investment manager selection, liability management, and wealth transfer strategies. Scott also assists business owners with exit planning and the holistic management of their financial needs throughout various stages. He holds several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Scott maintains his FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the Texas Tech University System and participates in continuing education through the Investments & Wealth Institute and The Wharton School of Business. Scott is married to his wife, Kristin, and they have three children. Family and an active lifestyle that includes fitness, sports, and spending quality time together are central to his life.

Walter Stucker is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2008 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Stucker works as a patient care technician at St. Luke’s Hospital in St. Louis. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. Their advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in their investment menus.

Michael Bessire is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 50 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1975 and has also been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Based in Fort Worth, TX, Bessire has a long tenure in financial services. 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 managed by internal and third-party teams for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kade Sanders is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Springtown, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in various roles including positions at South Plains Implement and Hurst Farm Supply. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors.

Melinda Johnston is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. She also has involvement in a personal lending business outside of her advisory work. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base, including individuals, institutional investors, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and consulting services with a focus on non-discretionary advisory relationships supported by comprehensive research, multiple portfolio management styles, and specialized municipal advisory services.