Margaret Walker is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2009. Her prior experience includes a long tenure at Bank of America, N.A. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the Board of Trustees for the United Way of San Antonio and is Vice Chairman and Endowment Campaign Co-Chair of the Witte Museum. She is also a board member of Saint Luke's Episcopal School’s Endowment Board and acts as a guardian of an incapacitated person. 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 a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Andrew Becerra is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory work, he participates as a bass player in the worship teams at Familia Church and Summit Christian Center, and works as an Uber Eats driver. 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.

David Griffiths is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. He has 27 years of industry experience, including roles at Wells Fargo Investments, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Insurance prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities compared with many institutional programs.

Andres Garza is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Security Service Federal Credit Union, Security Service Investment Group, Uber, and Huston Tillotson University. 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, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a tailored, non-discretionary approach based on risk profiling and analytical tools, supporting clients through advisory programs and other providers.

Julian Serna is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 8 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citigroup, Ameriprise Financial Services, CUNA Brokerage Services, and Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union. 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 under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Prashant Sahni is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at Victory Capital Services, USAA Investment Management Company, New York Life, and Thrivent Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner and co-owner of Alamo Preferred LLC, a company involved in buying, rehabbing, and renting single-family homes. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios, and it maintains oversight of affiliated and unaffiliated sub-advisers.

Donald Franks is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab in San Antonio, TX. He has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2021 and previously held roles at USAA Life Insurance Company, USAA Investment Services Company, and USAA Financial Advisors, Inc. from 2012 to 2021. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large clientele 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 both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by centralized custody, brokerage, and research resources.

Grace An is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has prior experience in education, having worked at Texas Christian University and Mustang High School. 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, and institutions.

Armando Echeveste is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to create personalized financial strategies that address their full financial picture, including building wealth, managing risk, planning for retirement, and establishing meaningful legacies. His areas of expertise include Divorce Transition Planning, Managing New Wealth, Personal Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management Services, Tax Minimization, and Retirement Income. Armando holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He completed his high school education at John Paul Stevens. Armando communicates fluently in both English and Spanish. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys basketball, billiards, chess, golfing, and spending time with his family.

David Boyers is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66, Series 63, and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Guardian Life, NYLIFE Securities LLC, and Victory Capital Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliates of Primerica. Primerica Advisors serves primarily individual investors and offers a wrap-fee asset management program featuring model-delivery strategies managed by third-party asset managers. The firm supports a large network of advisors and provides a range of portfolio models that include strategic, tactical, tax-managed, and income-distribution approaches.

Ricardo Cadena is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Next Financial Group, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as an owner of Secure Transport INC and is employed part-time at Safe Pilots Inc. 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 financial planning and portfolio management solutions, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

David Kiolbassa is a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He serves as a managing senior partner for K & I and Associates, a team dedicated to delivering high-quality service, products, and advice to affluent clients. David's approach focuses on creating personalized financial strategies to help clients pursue their goals, with a commitment to acting in their best interest. With over 32 years of experience in the financial services industry, David joined Banc of America Investment Services in 1994, which later merged with Merrill in 2009. He specializes in managing wealth for successful individuals and their families, emphasizing consistency and a high level of care throughout the client experience. David is a fifth-generation Texan who has lived in San Antonio since 1986. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. His professional designations include CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He has been actively involved in the community, serving in roles such as Chairman of the March of Dimes Walk America, board member of the San Antonio Zoological Society, member of the Investment Committee for the Catholic Community Foundation, Leadership San Antonio class XXVIII participant, YMCA soccer coach for 10 years, officer in the Knights of Columbus, Chair of Seton Home San Antonio, board member of Catholic Charities, and youth ministry core member at his church.

Patrick Bitter is a financial advisor at Merrill with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1996 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as secretary and treasurer of the Sursum Corda Foundation. 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, and institutional investors.

William Johnson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and USAA Group. Johnson has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2022. 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 mix of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence from Schwab’s Center for Financial Research.

Manuel Von Schulenburg is an International Wealth Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his financial services career in 1988 and has held positions with several firms, including Shearson Lehman Brothers before joining Merrill Lynch in 1992. In his current role, Manuel serves corporate executives, business owners, and their families in the U.S. and Mexico, focusing on managing wealth through evolving financial markets and international regulations. He also functions as a Portfolio Manager, managing personalized investment strategies for his clients. Manuel’s educational background includes a high school diploma from CUM Centro Universitario Mexico and an associate degree from the CBM School of Business in San Antonio, Texas. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His professional approach centers on understanding clients’ values and goals through one-on-one conversations to assist in pursuing life objectives and legacy planning. Outside of his advisory work, Manuel has been active in community service along with his wife, Ericka. They have volunteered in various capacities since 2005, including organizing retreats and fundraising. Manuel and his family enjoy boating, water sports, and bicycle riding. His daughter Jacqueline, who has worked with him at Merrill Lynch since 2021, is fully registered and part of his professional team.

David Dunham is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2016, serving in both the LLC and Inc. entities. Based in San Antonio, TX, Dunham’s career has been focused solely within Ameriprise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides clients approaching or in retirement with written Recommendation Reports and ongoing planning advice centered on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Antonio Carias is a financial advisor with Merrill based in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at both Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2011. 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 supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kirsten Callaway Lolie is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America for twelve years before joining J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities in 2025. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their program offers non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by a manager solutions team that combines quantitative and qualitative research.

Allison Plunk is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with two years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Fidelity Investments and held various roles outside finance, including positions in education, hospitality, and retail. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals and institutions, offering financial planning and diverse investment programs supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Joseph Wise Jr. serves as the Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing decades of experience to his role. He specializes in total portfolio management, asset allocation, and diversification strategies, applying his expertise to help clients pursue their financial goals. With a career spanning over 35 years at Merrill Lynch, Joseph has held significant leadership positions including Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Resident Director of the Corpus Christi office. His professional credentials include the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Joseph earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Houston System and an Associate's degree from Del Mar College. Beyond his professional work, he contributes to the community through involvement with organizations such as Corpus Christi's Science and History Museum, Northwest Rotary, and the USS Museum Lexington On The Bay.