William Holm is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Schwab Retirement Plan Services Co. from 2008 to 2018. Holm has been with Charles Schwab since 2005. 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-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, multi-asset model portfolios, and a formal alternative investment program.

Paul Krause is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Georgetown, TX. He has 13 years of industry experience and has also been affiliated with Texas A&M Central Texas since 2011. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Erica Haworth is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at the Grameen Foundation USA and served in the Peace Corps. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services, offering both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to affiliated discretionary strategies.

Douglas Noble is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Georgetown, TX, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and the Series 66 license. He has 21 years of industry experience and has been with Raymond James since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in an agricultural holding company involved in land preparation and wildlife consulting. 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, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Jonathan Cooper is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2007 and Charles Schwab Bank since 2017. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Jamie Mc Lean is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2001. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Felipe Puente Jr. is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018 and with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Rodney Dahl is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates since 2013. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of Goodwater Wealth Management, an investment-related rental real estate business. 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 diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering non-discretionary financial planning and consulting alongside access to a broad range of investment strategies and specialized municipal advisory services.

Austin Jacobs is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Financial Services and Reliant Mission. He is based in Austin, Texas. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and utilizes research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third parties to support its investment approach.

Nathaniel Pepe is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2015. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a broad 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 a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment due diligence.

Ariel Seidner is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2021, he worked at the American Cancer Society for 14 years. 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-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separate managed accounts and offers a wide range of investment guidance supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Brock Youngblood is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 66 and Series 63 designations and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he worked at Bank of America for six years. 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 a combination of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence on alternative investments.

Daniel Harriman is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Harriman Financial Network Inc and MoneyEdge Inc, a company focused on the design of financial software. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, using both proprietary and third-party strategies across multiple platform arrangements.

Charles Cole is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement income advice.

Andrew Mac Laren is a CFP® professional with 38 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2021. His prior experience includes over three decades at Waddell & Reed, INC., and Protective Life/Insurance Specialty Services. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with the JJMACK Group LLC and the Micah 6 food pantry, where he has been active since 2019. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and utilizes both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to research and model portfolios from multiple sources.

Jeffrey Cartledge is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Georgetown, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2011. 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 without discretionary trading authority, allowing clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Santiago Calderale is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. He has a background that includes roles in both financial services and information technology. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers, along with trading, account administration, and custody services.

Stuart Bristow is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this role, he held multiple positions at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant from 2023 to 2024, Fixed Income Specialist from 2022 to 2023, and Investment Solutions Representative from 2021 to 2022. Before joining Fidelity, Stuart worked as an Account Executive at Fisher Investments during two periods, 2018 and 2019 to 2021, and also served as an Associate Vice President at Personal Capital in 2019. In his current role, Stuart focuses on providing clients with a sense of fulfillment and empowerment in their financial planning. He aims to understand and prioritize clients' goals to co-create a sound financial roadmap aligned with their objectives. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Stuart enjoys attending concerts, social events with friends, playing golf, and watching movies.

John Lukes II is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 21 years of industry experience. He has held his current position at Charles Schwab since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is starting a consumer packaged goods business focused on soap manufacturing and sales through online platforms and local markets. 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 a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset investment approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Christopher Wong is a Financial Consultant who partners with clients to develop a unique, holistic approach to help them navigate their financial goals. He focuses on helping clients build confidence through a better understanding of their finances, enabling them to concentrate on what is important to them rather than worrying about their future. He has experience as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated from 2023 to 2024 and served as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2023. Christopher holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Christopher enjoys cooking and baking, fishing, fitness, swimming, and traveling.