Denise Allen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 36 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Merrill from 2014 to 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Kennelbusters, a customer service business focused on recreation in Dallas, Texas. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that include broad investment offerings as well as specialized planning strategies.

Luis Cruz is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2018. Prior to his financial services career, he had roles at Wayfair, ADT, Target, and Texas A&M University. 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a broad range of investment and custody services.

Robert Crockem Jr. is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 22 years of industry experience, including prior roles at TD Ameritrade Investment Management and Td Ameritrade, Inc. He also serves as Deputy Director of the Joint Staff for the Texas Military Department. Additionally, he is a silent partner in a travel advisory business operated by his wife. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Hannah Smith is a Planning Consultant specializing in helping individuals and families manage their financial futures through clear and personalized strategies. She emphasizes aligning financial goals with clients' values and life aspirations to provide tailored advice. Hannah has gained extensive experience through her roles at Fidelity Investments, including positions as Central Relationship Manager from 2024 to 2025, Transition Services Specialist from 2023 to 2024, and Central Relationship Advocate from 2021 to 2023. She holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of her professional work, Hannah's personal interests include attending concerts, engaging in family activities, parenthood, and photography.

Michael Allen is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade Investment Management, Frost Brokerage Services, and Provasi Capital Partners. He is based in Westlake, TX. 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 management, leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment process.

Preston Laine is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at DHL Supply Chain and Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing proprietary research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Karina Yilmaz is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held positions at several companies including ESS South Central, Homeaglow, Uber, DoorDash, and Amazon. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that integrates proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and offers model portfolios through systematic methodologies.

Jeremy Lucas is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2018, including his current role at Fidelity Investments. Prior to his finance career, he held positions at Bank of America, Indiana Wesleyan University, and AT&T Mobility. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, and manages model portfolios using a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves as a registered commodity pool operator and advises multiple registered investment companies.

Alejandro Banuet is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in Saginaw, TX. He has four years of industry experience, including prior roles at Merrill Edge and Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a selective Wealth Advisor program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Jeffrey Shaw is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Southlake, TX. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 33 years of industry experience, including over two decades at LPL Financial and two years at RBC Capital Markets. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Todd Griffiths is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Westlake, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He previously worked at TD Ameritrade from 2016 to 2018. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management combined with brokerage, custody, and financial planning services.

James Lusk is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Carvana and coffee businesses West Oak Coffee Roasters and Kimzey's Coffee. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios. The firm also serves as a commodity pool operator and advises multiple registered investment companies.

Primo Santos is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Flower Mound, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with eight years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Rodge Macy is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Fidelity since 2020 and previously held positions at Edward Jones, Panini America, and PFSweb. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches classes at Cowtown Crossfit in Texas. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a variety of clients, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering services such as discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery.

David Sanders is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 25 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a travel-related business called 7 Continents 4 Seasons. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that focus on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. Its approach integrates proprietary investment research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools to deliver personalized recommendations within a defined investment framework.

Helen Devito is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019 and previously at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2012 to 2019. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Antonio Mijares is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Westlake, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab, he held positions at Pro Unlimited, Target, Wingstop, and Lifetime Fitness. 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Ryan Majors is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Bank of America, B&R Dental Laboratory, and several educational institutions including the University of Texas Health Science Center Houston and Baylor University. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates ReadyCare Wellness LLC, an online retailer of pre- and post-operative surgical recovery kits. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

John Mcmanus is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Charles Schwab for seven years before joining Fidelity in 2025. 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 employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct systematic model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Emma Woods is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. Before joining Fidelity in 2023, she held roles at several retail companies including Lululemon, Target, and Nordstrom. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.