Melissa Stewart is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Duncanville, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2011. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors and maintains affiliated capabilities such as a trust company and securities-based lending.

Kaitlyn Barrett is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She provides personalized wealth management services, focusing on portfolio construction, retirement planning, cash management, lending, and intergenerational wealth transfer strategies. Kaitlyn works with a diverse client base including business owners, corporate executives, retirees, and their families, tailoring strategies to reflect each client's circumstances, priorities, and aspirations. Her approach emphasizes understanding the client's overall financial picture, particularly for business owners whose personal wealth and enterprise success are interconnected. Kaitlyn collaborates closely with professionals and executives to manage compensation complexities, concentrated stock positions, and evolving financial circumstances, aiming to balance wealth creation with diversification and long-term preservation. Kaitlyn holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Oklahoma and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She communicates in English and American Sign Language (ASL). She values building genuine, long-term relationships, fostering an environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their finances and goals, and aims to provide clear guidance to help clients make confident financial decisions.

Julian Puhringer is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Julian completed an Accredited Certificate Program from New York University.

John Candy is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bedford, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked for several firms, including Alternative IRA Services, LLC (BitcoinIRA) from 2016 to 2022, before joining Ameriprise in 2026. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice. The firm's approach includes a centralized service team that collaborates with advisors and uses proprietary research and algorithmic tools to guide asset allocation, withdrawal strategies, and Social Security claiming options.

James Clark is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Dallas, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at firms such as Cetera, BOK Financial Securities, and Stephens. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, utilizing advisor-supported tools and multiple investment strategies across its extensive network of over 22,800 advisors.

Carla Harroz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Dallas, TX, with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. Her prior experience includes roles at Goldman Sachs International in the Investment Banking Division and work with Celaya Capital LLC and Jopwell Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG eligibility in its recommendations.

Tara Walters is a financial advisor with Merrill in Dallas, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has worked with Merrill since 2003 and concurrently with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. She is an officer of Esto Dux GP, LLC, a for-profit investment-related entity based in Dallas. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Joseph Radovic is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations and over 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc. He volunteers with The Storehouse of Collin County, providing investment advice to the nonprofit’s board. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and a network of affiliated broker-dealer and RIA entities.

Jillian Mc Clary is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She previously worked at Don Carro and has a background as a driver for Uber in Crandall, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Natenal Tekletson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2025. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

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.

Alexander Marsh is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management in Dallas, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Equitable Advisors and various positions outside the financial sector. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm combines planning with managed-account options under a consolidated billing program called WealthPlan.

Kent Huang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2011, and previously held roles at RBC Capital Markets and Citigroup Global Markets. He is employed by both JPMorgan Securities and JPMorgan Bank, enabling him to offer a range of bank products and services in addition to securities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s non-discretionary advisory program focuses on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Chelsea Fox is a financial advisor at Merrill in Dallas, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Her prior work history includes roles at UBS Financial Services and Bank of America. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various organizations.

Ryan Anderson is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license, with 22 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Morgan Stanley in Dallas, TX, having joined its private bank and Smith Barney divisions in 2025. Prior to that, he worked at UBS Financial Services for 15 years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including financial and estate planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Renay Ferrucci is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with seven years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Cresset Capital, as well as an academic role at Southern Methodist University. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

James Benton is a Wealth Management Advisor and a partner of The Group AG, a multi-generational team of collaborative financial advisors. He serves a select group of families, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients, focusing on helping them pursue their financial goals through thoughtful advice and a disciplined approach. James operates within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, leveraging its vast resources to provide comprehensive services. James holds a bachelor's degree from Georgetown University. He has earned several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment (SE). His expertise includes areas such as divorce transition planning, education planning, employee benefits planning, executive compensation, institutional and corporate benefit services, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, and sports & entertainment. In addition to his professional pursuits, James is involved with Dallas Animal Services. His approach emphasizes collaborative planning, multigenerational experience, and committed stewardship to serve clients effectively.

Alexander Schiess is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2024, following eight years at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a family estate planning trust and is a board member of a real estate property management company in Texas. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Clayton Claunch is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a property management business focused on short-term rental leasing. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Martin Durbin is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Avantax Investment Services and 1st Global Advisors and is president of several related entities, including Aperture Wealth Management and a CPA firm. He is also involved in agricultural and ranching operations through Stag Horn Ranch LLC and Durbin Enterprises, Inc., and serves as a board member for the Envision Mineral Wells Foundation, a nonprofit focused on community and economic development. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party money managers, providing a range of investment options and program structures.