Thomas Hermann is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Ft Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments, First Command Financial, Kestra Investment Services, and self-employment. He has been involved with several entrepreneurial ventures, including Attractively Different, LLC and Valiant Trader, LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated investment products. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and maintains a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Stephen Namy is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Ameriprise since 2018, including prior experience at Investment Professionals Inc. Outside of advising, he is involved in family oil drilling businesses and commercial real estate activities. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with specific asset thresholds, offering tailored written recommendations on income, Social Security, and tax strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis through a centralized consulting team, delivering automated yet customizable retirement income advice.

Waymon Little Jr. is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds a Series 63 designation and has 51 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services, Inc. since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, he receives gas royalties from a lease on his long-term personal residence. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools and structured planning engagements.

Brayden Cook is a financial advisor at Cetera with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Highpoint Financial Group, LLC. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across multiple program structures.

Jonathan Wong is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is a signer for a family-owned retail clothing business in Honolulu. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alijah Wood is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he was involved in digital marketing and consulting through Chappell Digital Marketing and AD Wood Consulting LLC. He also has experience working at World Financial Group and held roles at Texas Christian University and West Ottawa High School. 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.

Rita Wright Oujesky is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2013. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse range of clients, including individuals, institutional investors, pension plans, and municipal entities, and offers financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Austin Frost is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Irving, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Randstad, Ally Invest Securities, TD Ameritrade, and Chestnut One Inc. He has been affiliated with Texas Tech University since 2013. 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 combines research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources to inform its investment approach.

Richard Mcdaniel is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing and has held prior roles at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he also acts as a power of attorney and guardian for a family member. 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 combines research-driven investment selection with both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Fernando Ruiz Puig is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The House Fort Worth and entrepreneurial work with Grow Plant Shop. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, leveraging proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios. The firm is noted for its registration with the CFTC as a commodity pool operator, use of AI in research, and advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Jesse Davison is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2017 and previously spent four years at CFD International. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning across various topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option, while keeping planning and portfolio management services separate.

Jacqueline West is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of family rental properties in Texas. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

George Rabel is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at American Airlines, Cetera, Charles Schwab, and Axa Advisors. Outside of advising, he is involved with Flagship Financial Group, a DBA related to his LPL business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by technology tools.

Grayson Stidham is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he served as a Planning Consultant from 2021 to 2023 and as a Financial Representative from 2019 to 2021 within the same organization. Grayson is a Certified Financial Planner™ and holds an MBA. His areas of focus include retirement planning, investing, and estate planning considerations. Grayson works with clients to help guide them toward their financial futures. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in fitness, museums, outdoor adventures, running, and theater.

Grant McGuire is a CFP® and CFA® with 11 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing and previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2016 to 2024. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm follows an IPS-driven advisory process based on modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Levi Solmose is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill and UBS Financial Services prior to joining Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory services supported by research and analytics.

Jennifer Shields is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1991. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Lourcey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Cetera and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., as well as managing his own advisory practice through Walton Lourcey Wealth Advisors. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a broad network of investment adviser representatives.

Erin Kolp is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2023, she worked at Carnegie Homes for five years and Endeavor Wall Homes for thirteen years. Outside of her advisory role, she is a consultant for Rodan + Fields, assisting clients with product orders and inquiries. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis in its approach and delivers these services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with its financial advisors.

Robert Williams is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving as a Wealth Advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX. His career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2003 and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. 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 integrates quantitative and qualitative research, and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through affiliated entities.