Joan Goodman is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2001, including seven years at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and one year at Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from a broad universe of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Nathanael Eden is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Ft. Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also has a long tenure with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. beginning in 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, offering non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized manager solutions team.

Qurat Ul Ain Bana is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Her work background includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, and Wells Fargo Bank, nA. Outside of her advisory work, she has worked as a sandwich artist at Subway. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Richard Cather is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in investment management for executives, professionals, and business owners, providing personalized consultation to clients who may lack the time or resources to manage their own investments. Richard’s approach begins with establishing clear financial objectives, such as planning for a secure retirement, followed by developing strategies that consider risk and time frame. He recommends investments for client approval and oversees ongoing portfolio review and adjustments as needed. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Texas Christian University. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Richard is engaged in community service, reflecting the Merrill tradition of volunteering and participating in local organizations.

Matthew Ruppe Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2012 and previously held positions at BMO Harris Financial Advisors and Uvest Financial Services Group. 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 financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, with advisory services delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Arash Ahmadi Tehrani is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, following four years at Chase Investment Services Corp. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations and incorporates broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

William Ryan is a financial advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, holding the position of FSA. He serves clients as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), focusing on developing strategies to help individuals and families pursue their financial goals. William's approach centers on understanding what matters most to his clients to tailor financial plans accordingly. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the Texas AandM University System. William's work at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management involves applying his expertise to provide personalized investment advice and wealth management solutions.

Mark Ramirez is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients develop personalized wealth management strategies that are responsive to changing market conditions and aligned with their financial goals. Mark holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Texas System and has earned the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He emphasizes building strong client relationships to provide tailored financial advice that supports long-term success. Outside of his professional work, Mark enjoys a variety of activities including baseball, fishing, football, golfing, hunting, pickleball, skiing, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Timothy Hutton is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he held roles at HomeTown Media and is also the owner of Purely Pristine, a separate business venture. He has experience in both financial services and small business ownership. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and investment management solutions delivered through a large network of advisors and supported by advanced operational tools.

Sydney Skrobot is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously spent ten years in full-time education. Before joining Schwab, she also worked at Culver Academies for two 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 and discretionary investment options, supported by multi-asset model portfolios, centralized operations, and a formal process for alternative investment offerings.

Steven Dunn is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America. 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 written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm integrates quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities compared to many institutional advisory programs.

John Storer is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential. He has held positions at multiple firms including Northwestern Mutual and Bank of America. He has also worked in educational environments at Texas Christian University and secondary schools. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Ricardo Lira is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2017 and was previously employed at TMX Finance for five years. Lira is based in Fort Worth, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

James Stevenson is the Market Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a team of financial professionals and branch leaders. In this role, he oversees the implementation of resources and strategies provided by Fidelity to deliver a comprehensive experience for clients. He has held several leadership positions at Fidelity Investments, including Vice President Market Leader since 2017. Prior to this, he served as Vice President Senior Branch Leader from 2011 to 2017, Vice President Branch Leader from 2005 to 2011, Assistant Branch Leader in 2005, and Proactive Sales Leader from 2001 to 2005. Outside of his professional responsibilities, James has interests in cooking and baking, fitness, food, football, movies, and scuba diving.

Jimmy Pannell is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network and Edward Jones. In addition to his advisory role, he owns an event planning and venue business, Royal Arrival, and serves on the Corsicana City Council. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools for operational and research assistance.

Paul Linville is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Ft. Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations, with recommendations potentially incorporating ESG criteria.

Amy Norman is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones in Fort Worth, TX since 2012. 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 various advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Stephen Hutton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Weatherford, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services and Transamerica Financial Advisors. Outside of advisory work, he operates a cleaning business, Purely Pristine. 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 financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing research-driven model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Jason Johnson is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Bank of America, Charles Schwab, and TD Ameritrade. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the auction committee for Grace, a nonprofit focused on assisting low-income families in the community. Merrill serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutions, offering managed account programs and discretionary portfolio management supported by a comprehensive platform integrated with Bank of America affiliates.

Katherine Rogers is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2017. She previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc. In addition to her advisory role, she is an independent insurance agent with experience representing various insurance companies and owns a financial advisory trade name based in Fort Worth, TX. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals and multiple account platforms.