Andrea Deeley is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in holistic wealth planning. She works closely with successful families, business owners, executives, CFOs, and retirees to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals. Her areas of focus include retirement planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, business transition strategies, college education planning, philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and portfolio management services. Andrea holds professional designations as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She completed an accredited certificate program at The American College of Financial Services and attended Liberty University. Andrea collaborates with her clients and their trusted advisors to ensure comprehensive coordination of their financial lives. Beyond her professional role, Andrea is committed to community involvement and volunteers with local organizations. Her personal interests include baseball, fishing, traveling, and spending time with her family. She is married with three children, including two young adult daughters and a teenage son.

Briana Nguyen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked in various roles including at Composure Studios and Grayhouse Events Atelier. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a shift lead and barista at a teahouse in Euless, Texas. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients using a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary services, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery with oversight controls and specialized roles in commodity pool operation and registered investment company advisory.

Elizabeth Soto Calva is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Charles Schwab since 2020. Prior to her advisory role, she was a homemaker and community volunteer with The Ferreyra Family. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals primarily 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, integrating brokerage, custody, and advisory services within a centralized operational structure.

Christine Atwell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to her current role at Fidelity Investments, she was affiliated with Fidelity Brokerage Services, LLC for seven years and has experience as a self-employed professional and in design through Christine & Co. Design, LLC. She was also involved with the Plaza Theater Company for eleven years. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where she is based, provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios and serves in advisory capacities to registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Liam Broughton is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Westlake, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been in the industry since 2024, with prior experience at Northwestern Mutual and various roles during his studies at Texas Christian University. Outside of advising, he was involved in student activities at Texas Christian University. 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 uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios and oversees multiple advisory and sub-advisory arrangements.

Marci Prather is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Denali Wealth Management, New York Life, and LHC Group, Inc. before joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a charitable gift fund. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios and discretionary management with oversight controls and formal governance procedures.

Jesse Plata is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. from 2010 to 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers these advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities, operating on a non-discretionary basis where clients retain final decision-making authority.

Ryan Towe is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab & Co. since 2022, following a 13-year tenure at TD Ameritrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, supported by multi-asset model portfolios, a dedicated research center, and a formal alternative investment program.

Robert Barlow is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Flower Mound, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services for 11 years and has been involved with Barlow Capital Advisors LLC since 2009 and 5 Bar Holdings, LLC since 2017. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and various portfolio strategies.

Mark Meyer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2001. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes proprietary research combined with quantitative and algorithmic methods to construct model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Peter Bloch is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has been with the company since 2016, progressing through various roles including Financial Representative - Full Trader, Investment Solutions Representative, Client Management Representative, PAS Portfolio Specialist, Senior PAS Portfolio Specialist, Financial Consultant, and currently Vice President, Financial Consultant since 2026. His experience encompasses client management, portfolio specialization, and financial consulting. He holds insurance licenses for Arkansas and California. Peter aims to understand clients as individuals, supporting their financial success and confidence. Outside of work, Peter has interests in beach activities, fitness, painting, and parenthood.

Christian Gardner is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Pinnacle Bank, First Service Residential, Autozone, and Navarro. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, serving a broad range of investors.

Michael Scoma is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Southlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1993. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a guitar player and promoter for the Scoma Jazz band. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of investment and advisory solutions. The firm supports over 23,700 advisors and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Angela Taliaferro is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently an advisor at Charles Schwab, where she has worked since 2022, following roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Investments. Her background also includes positions at the University of Alabama. 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 multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and a comprehensive alternative investments program.

George Webb is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. He has been with Fidelity since 2023 and previously attended Baylor University. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and maintains oversight of delegated sub-advisers.

Stephen Smoak is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations. Prior to joining Schwab, he worked as a freelance baseball writer and analyst and was involved in daily fantasy sports for several years. Charles Schwab 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios, alternative investment due diligence, and centralized operational infrastructure.

Adam Heaton is a Private Wealth Management (PWM) Investment Management Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his role, he collaborates with clients and Wealth Management Advisors to design, implement, and monitor investment strategies aimed at achieving long-term investment goals. Heaton has been with Fidelity Investments since 2008, holding several positions including Fixed Income Specialist, Managed Accounts Portfolio Specialist, Managed Solutions Consultant, and Managed Accounts Senior Portfolio Specialist prior to his current role. This extensive experience reflects his focus on investment management and portfolio consulting. Outside of his professional work, Heaton engages in activities such as camping, golf, outdoor adventures, volunteering, and yoga.

Ramkrishna Shukla is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at TD Ameritrade Inc. and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary portfolios and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by research and due diligence.

Christopher Inglish is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2020 and previously spent seven years at USAA Investment Management Company. Inglish currently serves within Charles Schwab Bank, SSB as well. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated services. The firm provides a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, leveraging an integrated operational structure and multi-asset investment models.

Robert Baker is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding industry licenses Series 63 and Series 65. He has 13 years of experience, including roles at TIAA-CREF from 2015 to 2017 before joining Charles Schwab in 2017. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by research and due diligence on alternative investments.