John Bendele is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 31 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC®, Series 63, and Series 65 designations. His prior work includes extensive tenure at USAA in various investment and financial planning roles from 1994 to 2020. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Rene Ruiz is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 36 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. He has worked with Cambridge since 2012 and also operates Nexus Financial Solutions. Outside of financial advising, Ruiz is involved in photography through Nexus Photogenics and owns a tax service. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, employing a mix of proprietary and third-party strategies tailored to client objectives.

James Morgan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019, with prior experience at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and a brief tenure in the U.S. Navy. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide investment recommendations.

Charlotte Pawel is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo. She is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, which provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including model portfolios for intermediary platforms.

Carlin Green is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Axa Advisors, Dynamic Systems Inc, and Quartr Circle 7 Hotel. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance services tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Karen Fagerberg is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2016 and previously worked at the YMCA of Greater San Antonio from 2014 to 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Colton Creamer is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience. He is currently with Morgan Stanley and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Creamer serves on the investment and finance committees of the Texas Military Institute, a nonprofit organization in San Antonio. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process and diversified investment offerings.

Steven Romero is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab and ASRC Federal Contractor. He serves as an officer in the U.S. Army Reserve. 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 develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Tammy Tyree is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 32 years of industry experience, including 17 years with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and 26 years with Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and providing customized financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Michael Chansley is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab in San Antonio, TX. His prior roles include positions at USAA Investment Management Company and USAA Financial Planning Services. Outside of his advisory work, he volunteers as a scorekeeper and referee for indoor soccer matches at the Northwoods Ice Center. 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 affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers integrated brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Juan Carlos Bustos Mares serves as a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management, specializing in the Spanish-speaking markets within the USA and internationally. He brings over 15 years of experience to his role, providing tailored financial strategies designed to meet the unique needs of clients across borders. Juan Carlos is fluent in both English and Spanish, which supports his ability to serve a diverse client base effectively. He holds a master's degree in finance and economics from ITESM University, Mexico City, and a bachelor's degree from the same institution. His expertise spans a broad spectrum of financial services, including corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, institutional consulting, international wealth management, and tax minimization strategies. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional activities, Juan Carlos enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and volleyball.

Harold Puhl Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Cetera and its affiliated entity, Cetera Wealth Services, LLC, since 2013. He is also an affiliated person of Financial Network–Landmark Region, a financial services business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and retirement services, utilizing a multi-manager platform and various program options under discretionary and non-discretionary authorities.

Stefano Rosellini is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2022 and previously worked for nine years at North East Independent School District. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and investment recommendations supported by firm research and planning tools, with a focus on both retail and institutional advisory services.

Blue Hybner is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley from 2018 to 2020 and has been with Cetera since 2020. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that allows advisors to use affiliated and third-party model portfolios or create custom strategies.

Dennis Mainard is a CFP® with 41 years of industry experience, currently serving at OSAIC since 2024. He has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 17 years and has longstanding roles at QRS & Associates and Mainard Financial, the latter of which involves insurance activities related to life insurance and fixed annuities. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through an extensive network of affiliated advisers and advisory platforms. The firm employs a comprehensive investment approach using asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and automated rebalancing across various asset classes, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Alfredo Castillo is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill, AT&T, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Charter Communications, T-Mobile USA, and KCI Wireless. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm offers non-discretionary advice delivered by a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Richard Johnson serves as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is the lead Financial Advisor on a multi-generational team dedicated to providing customized financial strategies tailored to clients' needs. With over 25 years of experience, Richard utilizes resources from Merrill Lynch and the banking conveniences of Bank of America to build comprehensive and long-lasting relationships with clients. His expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Richard holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Texas A&M University System. Outside of his professional role, Richard enjoys cooking, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Brian Neyland is a financial advisor at Cetera with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at LPL Financial from 2008 to 2018. Outside of advisory services, he is president of Long Island Building Systems, a commercial construction company, and co-owner of Group Health Solutions, which sells group health and disability insurance to business owners. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, operating a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers across discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Margaret Walker is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2009 and has been affiliated with Bank of America since 1979. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the Board of Trustees for United Way of San Antonio, is Vice Chairman and Endowment Campaign Co-Chair for the Witte Museum, and participates on the Endowment Board of Saint Luke's Episcopal School. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients.

Andrew Becerra is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with local churches in San Antonio, participating as a worship team member and bass player. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.