Richard Hammond is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 30 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Symonds Wealth Management, Principal Securities Inc., Principal Life Insurance Company, Moloney Securities Co., Inc., Alexander Capital LP, and EDI Financial, Inc. Outside the advisory field, he is associated with Hammond Asset Management, Inc. and Pine Bark Timberland, LLC, which are business entities for tax and investment purposes. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research and operational tools.

John Bator is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with Century Management for 15 years prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, with implementation support from affiliated investment management entities.

William Beckworth is a financial advisor at Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and with 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2015 to 2017 and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2017. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Adeniji is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with Be Legend Gaming, LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and may include an ESG eligibility framework.

Gage Gwin is an Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he assists executives in working toward their financial goals through benefits utilization and wealth planning. His role involves building relationships with clients, understanding their priorities, and identifying strategies to support a secure financial future. Gage's experience at Fidelity Investments spans several roles since 2020, including Benefits & Planning Consultant, Workplace Planning Consultant, and Workplace Planning Associate. This progression reflects his involvement in various aspects of financial planning and benefits consulting. He holds a California Insurance License.

Samuel Rouse is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and six years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015, including two separate periods totaling seven years, and has been employed at JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program.

Sindhu Marakkanam is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and no prior industry experience. Her background includes roles in academic and educational settings, such as the University of Texas at Dallas, UTD Reasoning Lab, and Kumon Math and Reading Center. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Craig Molldrem is a CFP® and ChFC® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial professional at Cetera since 2023. His prior experience includes roles at North Star Consultants, Inc., Minnesota Life Insurance Company, and Securian Financial Services. Outside of advising, he is an author and maintains involvement with North Star Consultants as an agent/broker. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a multi-manager platform featuring both affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures.

Susan Mc Adams is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. She has held her current role since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Asad Motiwala is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Outside of finance, he is involved in audio and visual services through Pixel One Av LLC and owns Visions Entertainment Inc., a wedding DJ and event coordination business. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting primarily to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Victoria Canter is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Coppell, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones and First State Bank. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Keenan Levy is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2018. Prior to his financial services career, he held roles in event operations and retail. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and includes investment policy preparation, performance reporting, participant education, and fiduciary investment advice, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Natalie Baires is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 14 years of industry experience. She previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank from 2011 to 2023. 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 supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Hyeon Kang is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 24 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Morgan Stanley, and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, Kang has ownership interests in various business ventures, including part ownership of Tennessee Football Ventures LLC and a minority stake in Shelter Lounge Greenlake LLC, a restaurant in Seattle. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm utilizes research and analytics to support diversified investment approaches and operates a large national network of financial advisors.

Kyle Phelps is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, progressing through various positions including Financial Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, Relationship Manager, and Investment Consultant. Kyle's experience spans client relationship management and investment consulting. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting. Kyle partners with clients to create tailored financial plans designed to help them pursue their goals and achieve peace of mind. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in fitness and traveling.

Rachelle Wagner is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2019, she worked at Merrill and Ameriprise Financial Services. Outside of her advisory work, she co-owns and manages Alarm Control Technicians, Inc., a family business in Fort Worth, TX. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm combines internal research with third-party analytics and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Monica Ortiz is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with seven years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA, where she spent several years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individuals and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and proprietary market estimates to assist clients in developing financial plans.

Toby Bane is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for twelve years with Mansfield Independent School District. He also tutors students in science in Grand Prairie, TX. 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 programs and investment solutions, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors and maintains affiliated capabilities including a trust company and proprietary mutual funds.

Christopher Dykstra is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2017 and previously worked with Heritage Capital Corp. and the Alliance Umpires Association. Outside of finance, he umpires high school and college baseball games. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Francisco Macias is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of experience in the industry and previously worked in hospitality and home improvement sectors. 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, institutions, and charitable organizations.