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.

Raymond Diffee is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been affiliated with various Fidelity entities since 2006. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and discretionary management.

Lisa Schaider is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at various Fidelity divisions since 2011. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

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.

Cody Stratton is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He previously worked as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024, and held roles as Workplace Planning Consultant I and II at the same company in 2021 and 2022 respectively. In his role, Cody works collaboratively with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their individual needs and family circumstances. He focuses on helping clients improve their financial health through wealth planning and investment strategies that align with their current and future goals. Cody holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of work, he has personal interests that include beach activities, concerts, fitness, golf, soccer, and traveling.

Evan Cantor is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Goosehead Insurance and has experience with the Dallas Cowboys and the University of North Texas. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where he is based, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is known for its use of systematic methodologies, AI-driven research, and oversight in managing model portfolios and registered investment companies.

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.

Zachary Bonner is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Thomas Woods is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Total Quality Logistics, Jared, and Amazon. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including advisory work and fund management. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

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.

Kevin Hargrove is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2023. He has extensive experience within Fidelity, having held roles such as Director Retirement Planner in the Tax-Exempt market from 2017 to 2023, and positions focused on retirement and investment solutions from 2013 onward. Kevin is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who partners with clients and their families to develop and maintain financial plans that align with their priorities and values. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California, supporting his ability to serve clients in these regions. Outside of his professional work, Kevin engages in activities including comedy, family activities, fitness, golf, and running.

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.

Nancy Wallace Ruffin is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cedar Hill, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2008. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendation reports. The firm serves clients through a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

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.