Lazaro Rodriguez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, as well as JPMorgan Chase bank since 2008. 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 brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis.

Chioma Peter is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies tailored to individual and family financial goals. She focuses on a wide range of client needs including college education planning, family wealth management, defined benefit plans, liquidity management, retirement planning, tax minimization, and investment strategies for both individuals and corporations. Chioma supports clients through access to Merrill's investment insights alongside the banking and lending solutions provided by Bank of America. Chioma’s professional mission is to provide financial guidance and investment management services that foster financial confidence for individuals, families, and small business owners. With extensive experience serving retail, small business, and high-net-worth clients, she applies her expertise to develop strategies in investment, retirement, education, and risk management. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations and has cultivated strong interpersonal skills working with diverse multicultural backgrounds. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor’s Degree from Obafemi Awolowo University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Lagos. Outside of her professional work, Chioma enjoys chess, interior decorating, music, reading, singing, and spending time with her family.

Miguel Martinez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at JP Morgan Securities LLC for 10 years prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America N.A. in 2022. 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.

Martin Hernandez Garcia is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Honolulu. He works with clients to build, preserve, and grow their wealth through personalized strategies that align with their values and long-term goals. His approach emphasizes understanding the significance of money in clients’ lives to tailor financial plans that support retirement preparation, wealth building, and navigating major life transitions. Martin holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Fellowship Certificate from Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan. He has earned professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Japanese, he leverages his cultural insights and background in psychology to connect with clients and guide them holistically. In addition to his professional work, Martin is actively involved in his community. He participates in the Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii’s Young Professionals group and contributes to local efforts such as the Hawaii Food Bank. His personal interests include traveling, culture and arts, food, meditation, hiking, and diving.

Julio Castillo Cuevas is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked previously at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. outside of his current roles. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Gardner is a Wealth Management Advisor and First Vice President with The RG Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his career in 1999, he has focused on providing personalized financial guidance and counsel to a select group of families. In 2015, he co-founded The RG Group to enhance client service by connecting clients to a team of experienced financial advisors and dedicated support professionals, offering access to the resources and strategies of Merrill, Bank of America, and Bank of America Private Bank. Gardner’s expertise includes family wealth management strategies, endowments and foundations services, legacy planning, retirement and philanthropic planning, portfolio management, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Mississippi. Outside of his professional work, Gardner participates in community organizations such as Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, Knights of Columbus, St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, and Trinity Classical School. He also volunteers as a Sunday School teacher and coaches i9 Volleyball. His personal interests include gardening, hiking, hunting, reading, scuba diving, skiing, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Paul Nitz is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he spent two decades at Avantax Advisory Services and over 30 years associated with related Avantax entities. In addition to his advisory work, he owns a legal and tax preparation practice focused on estate planning and tax return preparation. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and retirement services, supported by over 10,000 advisors and managing more than $256 billion in assets.

Carl Carlile is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tomball, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 35 years of industry experience. He has worked with Edward Jones since 1990. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with more than $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and provides services such as tax-efficient investing and securities-based lending through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Lindsey Broadwell is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. She has over one year of experience in the financial services industry, including roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services, and previously worked at Chevron and ConocoPhillips. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients, employing model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supported by custodial and trade execution services from BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Timothy Anselmi is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for 17 years before joining OSAIC in 2025. In addition to his advisory role, Anselmi sells property and casualty insurance and owns Sunbelt Financial LLC, which supports his practice’s administrative needs. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to multiple third-party managers and platforms. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Michael Roma is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 30 years of experience managing portfolios on both the private and public sides, he has a background that includes serving as a CFO and CEO in corporate investing and partnerships. Michael emphasizes clear communication of strategy, implementation, and market conditions without industry jargon, ensuring clients have a clear understanding of their financial positions and goals. He employs a personalized informational gathering approach to build long-term relationships and craft investment portfolios aligned with clients' near and long-term objectives. Michael and his team, The RG Group, assist clients throughout various financial phases, from accumulating savings to retirement distribution. His expertise extends to advising business owners on cash management, employee retirement benefits, partnership matters, and succession planning. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Michael earned a Bachelor's Degree from St. John's University. He has served as President of the Business Network International during 2022-2023. In addition to his professional work, he participates in community organizations such as the Alzheimer's Association of Houston and Star of Hope. His personal interests include baseball, golfing, hiking, ice hockey, photography, reading, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling.

Talon McAdams is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he concentrates on comprehensive wealth management planning designed to mitigate taxes, manage costs, and minimize overall risk for high-net-worth individuals and families. Talon's approach involves developing tailored financial strategies that address each client's unique goals, while assisting with complex investment decisions to promote long-term financial stability. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. Talon is also a member of the Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity. His client focus areas include education planning, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Outside of his professional work, Talon enjoys basketball, golfing, hunting, scuba diving, skiing, and spending time with his family. He lives downtown with his wife, Madison, and their two cats.

Rachael Hunt is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Spring, TX, holding a Series 66 credential with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she held roles with organizations including the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas and URJ Greene Family Camp. Her background includes community and nonprofit involvement. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Nicholas Muhlbauer is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spring, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of WyoTex Investments, a capital investment company, and leads Between Jobs Ministry, a nonprofit focused on workforce skill development. He is also a co-owner of Peregrine Stimulation Services through his involvement with WyoTex Investments. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients through a comprehensive range of investment advisory programs and services, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a large nationwide network of advisors and branches.

Erik Pettine is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 credential with five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Marcontell Wealth Management and Fidelity Investments. 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 large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Ramiro Carrizales is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2018 and previously worked at Insperity and several other firms. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in real estate investing as the managing member of Paving The Way Properties LLC and serves as a co-trustee of C5 Acquisitions LLC. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-driven strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Elliott Fell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He worked at Edward Jones for five years before joining LPL Financial in 2012. Fell is involved with business activities including Wallstreet Texas and Fell and Co., and he manages multiple related entities under the Fell Wealth Management name. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, employing research-driven and customized investment strategies alongside comprehensive non-advisory financial solutions.

Mathew Paul is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. He has worked with Cambridge Investment Research since 2020 and is the managing partner of Mayanah Financial Coaching, a financial coaching business he founded in 2015. Paul also serves as a board member of Greenlight House Ministries. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad mix of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm supports independent Financial Professionals with multiple portfolio management platforms and proprietary as well as third-party investment strategies.

Lynn Thompson is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at firms including MBSC Securities Corporation, BNY Mellon, American Business Planning, Capital Plan Inc., and M Holdings Securities, Inc. His current role at RBC Capital Markets began in 2025. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofits. The firm offers various advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, implementing customized strategies through a combination of internal and third-party investment managers.

Elvis Rodriguez is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, initially serving as a Financial Consultant before his current role. Prior to joining Fidelity, Mr. Rodriguez worked as a Financial Advisor at VALIC Financial Advisors from 2015 to 2019. His earlier experience includes roles at Wells Fargo as a Home Equity Sales Consultant from 2007 to 2011 and as a Commercial Credit Analyst from 2006 to 2007. Mr. Rodriguez is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who focuses on collaborating with clients to develop, implement, and monitor personalized financial plans tailored to their goals and needs. He emphasizes forming strong relationships with clients and their families, maintaining trust, reliability, and competency throughout his professional practice. Outside of his professional work, Mr. Rodriguez has interests in baseball, cooking and baking, family activities, football, pets, and traveling.