Samuel Velarde is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2023, he worked at Fidelity Investments and held positions in various other industries including healthcare and retail. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Ellen Rheinlaender is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2014, including time under its predecessor Axa Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she facilitates a mentorship group for young women beginning their careers and is involved in a family business distributing a published book. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and institutions, offering financial planning, brokerage, insurance, and third-party asset management programs. The firm works extensively with LPL-sponsored programs and third-party managers to provide advisory and brokerage solutions across discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Edward Meinen is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and was previously with Sagepoint Financial, Inc. for 14 years. Outside of advisory services, he operates Meinen Agency Inc., an independent insurance sales business. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and a range of investment options to construct portfolios managed on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Caitlin Kraft is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Fort Worth, TX. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird, she worked for the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District for 13 years. Outside of her advisory role, she is a passive investor in Salon Suite Solutions, LLC. She is part of the DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which advises individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The group provides customized consulting and portfolio services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, with a range of strategies from traditional to non-traditional investments.

Michelle Willingham is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2013. The firm serves more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of wealth management services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, access to separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. Edward Jones manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Abel Ranjel is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2015 in various roles. His experience at Fidelity includes positions such as Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and High Net Worth Service Associate, reflecting a progressive career focused on financial consulting and client relationship management. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Abel partners with local families to help them make informed financial decisions tailored to their individual goals and backgrounds. He is committed to ensuring that clients understand all available options to confidently make impactful decisions for their families. Outside of his professional role, Abel has interests in baseball, cooking and baking, football, parenthood, and pets.

Justin Townsend is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked within various J.P. Morgan entities since 2007. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering non-discretionary advisory services supported by an in-house manager solutions team and centralized due diligence.

Colin Fuller is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2022. He focuses on helping clients create comprehensive financial plans aimed at building, preserving, and transitioning wealth. Colin works to understand the financial and personal goals of his clients and collaborates with them to develop strategies that support their objectives both now and in the future. Colin has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, progressing through roles including Investment Sales Associate, Regional Investment Consultant, and Investment Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant. His experience spans client advisory and investment consulting within the firm. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License, which supports his work in providing financial consultation and planning.

Michael Palmer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 12 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and BBVA Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and market models.

Jesse Dax is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Fort Worth, TX. 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. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Amberly Thurston is a CFP® professional with eight years of experience in financial advisory, currently practicing at OSAIC in Fort Worth, TX. She has been with Royal Alliance Associates since 2016. In addition to her advisory role, she provides insurance solutions through a related insurance agency. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with various investment platforms and tools, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Heather Chandler is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she is designated as the future executor of an estate. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a wide range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Ian Salazar is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Fort Worth, Texas, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to his advisory role, he sold vintage clothing on eBay as a sole proprietor. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and multi-manager fund structures.

Kyler Nielsen is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 credential with nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JP Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Blaze Mc Mellian is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Ernst & Young LLP and Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Mc Mellian is an owner and influencer at McBets, LLC, where he writes articles and conducts research related to sports. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Antonio Massagli is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Carvana LLC and the Texas Department of Public Safety. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across a diverse range of investment vehicles.

Joshua Foster is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in providing personalized financial guidance. Since beginning his career at A.G. Edwards in 1996, he has worked with affluent clients, retirees, business executives, and professionals, particularly in the oil and gas industry. He specializes in executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Joshua earned a Bachelor's degree in English from Texas Wesleyan University and holds professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His approach emphasizes understanding clients’ unique financial situations, goals, and family dynamics to develop customized strategies. Joshua manages business development and investment management, focusing on thorough analysis and client-centered service. Outside of his professional role, Joshua lives in Fort Worth with his wife and son. He is a member of Colonial Country Club and enjoys golfing, running, hiking, skiing, reading, and cooking.

Scott Hernandez is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience, including six years with Axa Advisors, LLC. Hernandez has been with Equitable Advisors since 2014. Equitable Advisors serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs through a dual-registered advisory and brokerage model.

Sawyer Link is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Stellantis, as well as involvement with Exotic Capital, LLC. He has also worked in academic settings at Texas A&M University. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support customized, non-discretionary advice.

James Moore is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for the City of Aledo Fire Marshal Office and held roles in fire and security departments over more than two decades. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment options supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and provides discretionary and non-discretionary strategies under a fiduciary standard.