Nicholas Hirstein is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also works with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates certain ESG considerations.

Jonas Peterson is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and previously worked at Bank One, Wisconsin for 30 years. Peterson serves on the Board of Directors for Citizens for Animal Protection. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting.

John Sawyer is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has also worked at JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. since 2007. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary advisory program. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG criteria, with implementation supported by affiliated investment-management entities.

Joseph Canlas is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2016. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its 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.

Angela Caraway is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Bank since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Rene Ewing is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird since 2015 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He is part of The DDK Group, a team within Baird’s Private Wealth Management department that serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of services including financial planning, portfolio management, separately managed accounts, and municipal advisory services, supported by internal research and a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies.

Peter Cymbala III is the Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management's Hughes Landing office in The Woodlands. He joined Merrill Lynch in 1998 and has held multiple management positions within the firm. He is a FINRA Registered Principal and focuses on client wealth management and advisory business management. Peter's expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, small business strategies, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned both a Bachelor of Business Administration and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Outside of work, Peter enjoys biking, boating, camping, cooking, hiking, running marathons, spending time with his family, traveling, and woodworking.

Ted Lukeman is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Royal Alliance Associates, Cetera Wealth Services, LLC, and MetLife Investment Fund Services LLC. He also operates a sole proprietorship offering major medical and life insurance products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm utilizes a model-based investment approach with a variety of advisory programs and third-party manager options, supported by a large, multi-advisor platform.

Kara Averitt is a financial advisor with Merrill based in The Woodlands, TX. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2012, including seven years under its affiliation with Bank of America. 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.

Richard Davis is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spring, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and also works as an athletic trainer providing coverage for sporting events in the north Houston area. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in education with Magnolia ISD and Conroe ISD. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and maintains a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Cassie Lopez is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing three years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Wells Fargo prior to joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios and model strategies.

Mark Hemann is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Spring, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its predecessor, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, Hemann serves as a board member and treasurer for the Northampton Municipal Utility District and co-manages a family-owned ranch property. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based analyses across various planning areas without portfolio management for institutional clients. The firm allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs through a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan” while keeping these services separate.

Debra Hilton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2009 and also serves as Executive Vice President of D. Hilton Associates, a management consulting firm specializing in human resource and compensation consulting for the credit union industry. Hilton is licensed to sell non-variable life insurance and receives commissions for this business. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, participant-level retirement advice, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and a wide range of strategic and tactical investment options.

Jared Poullard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo since 2016 and briefly at Chase Investment Services Corp. in 2011. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party data.

Parker Westover is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2026. Prior to this role, Parker progressed through several positions within Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager (2025-2026), Financial Representative (2024-2025), and Customer Relationship Advocate (2023-2024). Parker began their career as a Wealth Management Intern at Merrill Financial Associates from 2021 to 2023. Parker believes that effective financial plans start with building meaningful relationships. By understanding each client's goals, values, and aspirations, Parker provides personalized guidance and ongoing support to help clients navigate life's changes with confidence. Outside of their professional work, Parker enjoys spending time at the beach and playing golf.

Pablo Gomez is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and having 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its advisory services.

Richard Saldana is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. for six years. He is also Vice President of Woodforest Wealth, a support company. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through an affiliated municipal advisor.

Tyler Henry is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at the University of Texas and held a leadership role as Chef's Lead Assistant with Zeta Tau Alpha, where he helped manage other servers. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jordan King is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Fifth Third Bank, Lyft, Uber, and served in the United States Army and Military Reserve. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing several real estate holding companies as an owner and partner. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities through its broader regulatory registrations and affiliations.

Will Landes is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2007, including a two-year tenure at Charles Schwab Bank. 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 combination of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a structured alternative investments platform.