Ezra Resendiz is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2022, and previously at TD Ameritrade from 2020 to 2022. 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, combining a large-scale operational footprint with integrated custody and brokerage services.

John Mc Daniel is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2023 (with a brief period at Fisher Investments) and previously spent eight years at TD Ameritrade. Outside of his advisory work, he participates annually as a test driver for new truck features with Test Drive Trucks. Charles Schwab 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 both non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operations.

Ryan Westmoreland is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop and maintain financial plans aimed at supporting their long-term retirement and investment objectives. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, progressing through roles including Investment Consultant and Financial Representative before becoming a Planning Consultant in 2025. Prior to joining Fidelity, Ryan worked as an Associate Representative at Thrivent Financial from 2022 to 2023. Ryan's professional experience centers on assisting clients with financial planning and investment strategies. His role involves working closely with individuals to tailor financial solutions that align with their specific retirement and investment goals. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ryan has interests in fishing, football, golf, spending time at the lake, music, and social events with friends.

Mai Houa Lo is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 66 and Series 63 designations and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2022, Lo worked at TD Ameritrade and Colonial Savings FA. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base 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 a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and maintains a centralized supervisory and custody structure.

Jerry Blackard is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Burleson, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been associated with PFS Investments Inc. since 1999 and with Primerica Financial Services since 1995. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in business activities related to loan product sales and home security referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and a limited selection of separately managed accounts to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure, focusing on retail clients rather than institutional or pension plan management.

Marion Philpot is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. and Questar Capital Corporation, among other firms. Philpot is also involved in a family-owned financial services business, Preservation Financial Wealth Management, LLC, which offers a range of insurance and advisory services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm uses a model-based investment approach with portfolio optimization and offers multiple advisory and brokerage programs through a platform that integrates affiliated broker-dealer and RIA relationships.

Lesley Hill is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience, currently with J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013, following a prior role at Chase Investment Services Corp. from 2009 to 2012. Outside of her advisory role, Hill serves on the Finance Committee at St Patrick Cathedral Church, assisting with financial statement and balance sheet reviews. 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 is supported by centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research and integrates ESG considerations within its investment recommendations.

William Elsesser is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Benbrook, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2018, following a year at Northwestern Mutual and five years with the YMCA. Outside of advising, he is involved in independent insurance brokering. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice, supported by a centralized retirement-income consulting team.

Michael Lomax is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2018 and previously spent 14 years at AT&T. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account solutions. The firm’s model combines non-discretionary guidance with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and employs multi-asset portfolios supported by Schwab’s financial research and due diligence capabilities.

Zachary Buckingham is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank and Haynie & Company. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary investment recommendations and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by an integrated operational structure and centralized services.

George Peacock III is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a limited partner in a movie production company, EL JUFE PRODUCTIONS, LLC. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with customizable portfolio management options, leveraging both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Parker Anderson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 5 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab, Charles Schwab Bank, TD Ameritrade, NTX Couriers, and Moviehouse & Eatery. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a blend of non-discretionary advisory services and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by strategic asset allocation and alternative investment options.

Joseph Najarian is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles at Charles Schwab and its bank from 2016 to the present, with prior experience at Bank of America and Merrill. 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, delivering investment guidance through multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Sireen Nadaf is a Financial Consultant I at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving since 2024. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Workplace Planning Consultant at the same firm from 2021 to 2024. In her role, she partners with clients to co-create financial plans aimed at providing peace of mind during retirement and beyond. Sireen focuses on building long-lasting relationships that support families across generations. She helps clients work toward their financial goals and guides their loved ones toward financial confidence, positioning herself as a trusted resource for their family's future. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Sireen enjoys board games, family activities, outdoor adventures, reading, traveling, and volunteering.

John Tiner is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, CHARLES SCHWAB and CO., INC., and Td Ameritrade. He is also a co-owner of an inactive business originally intended to grow and sell organic vegetables. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of 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 affiliated discretionary portfolios, offering a multi-asset investment approach supported by research and centralized operational capabilities.

Elias Bashour is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over five years of experience in the financial industry, focusing on developing strategies that align with clients' short-, mid-, and long-term goals. His areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Elias holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Texas State University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He emphasizes a personalized approach to financial planning, using Merrill's tools and research to implement customized financial plans. In his personal time, Elias enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, and playing or watching various sports such as baseball, basketball, billiards, football, and ice hockey. He also has interests in music, photography, traveling, and watching movies.

Olin Ragsdale is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 43 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Signal Securities, Inc. and Rhodes Securities, Inc., and he has operated his own insurance agency since 1983. In addition to advising, he conducts continuing education classes and webinars for attorneys. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of financial professionals. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and provides access to proprietary model strategies and various account platforms.

Christopher Gardner is a financial advisor at Stifel with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Stifel since 2015. Gardner serves on the GCISD School Health Advisory Council, acting as a liaison between the community and the school district to align health education programs with local values. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs proprietary investment analysis and allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group to support client decision-making.

Hector Ortiz Ramirez is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Charles Schwab, where he has worked since 2018, including a role at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB. Prior to Schwab, he was employed at Santander Consumer USA for five years. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of 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 services with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Laura Gonzales is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill, where she spent 11 years. Based in Fort Worth, TX, she has been with Raymond James since 2023. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.