Christopher Riggs is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. for 14 years. He is also president of Alphalytics Research, LLC, which publishes subscription-based macro-economic research for institutional and professional clients. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services with access to multiple platforms, third-party money managers, and a variety of investment options.

Geoffrey Lesuer is a CFP® with 10 years of experience, currently advising at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2015 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for multiple family trusts. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Deane Hafling is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® certification along with Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His career includes roles at Edward Jones and multiple positions within Raymond James entities since 2010. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Royal Lunsford III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL and its predecessor Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 2007 and was previously employed at Thrivent Investment Management from 2004 to 2007. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered primarily through investment adviser representatives.

Janna Hurd is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in The Woodlands, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing six years of industry experience. She previously worked at Alight Solutions from 2007 to 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member of the Houston Association of Panamanians and operates Journey with Janna, a business focused on leadership coaching, consulting, and mentoring with a faith-based approach. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors, offering goal-based analyses and written recommendations on a wide range of financial topics without discretionary trading authority.

Alexander Rodriguez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Spring, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at BBVA, Wells Fargo, and Kelly Services Global, as well as involvement with G & H Trash Valet Inc. from 2020 to 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Andrew Konemann is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He joined Merrill in 2026 and has prior experience at Allied Wealth and several other firms since 2019. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Brandon Jezek is a Financial Advisor working as part of the Gross Team at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Based in The Woodlands, TX, he assists high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families across the country. His work involves integrating investment management, legacy planning, and strategic coordination to help clients manage and preserve their wealth across generations. Jezek's expertise includes corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He emphasizes a personalized approach grounded in listening and stewardship to help clients make confident financial decisions. He holds a Bachelor's Degree, a Master's Degree, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), all from DeVry University. Brandon Jezek holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, his personal interests include boxing, football, and reading.

Tyler Bebault is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Cypress, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Edward Jones, Fitzpatrick Group/TIP Group LLC, Edge Home Finance, Keller Williams, Costco Wholesale, Insitu, and ten years of service in the US Navy. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving millions of individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and operates one of the largest advisor and branch networks in the industry.

Jordan Casillas Amador is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he currently applies his expertise to assist clients with holistic financial planning. He is committed to delivering personalized guidance and developing long-term strategies that align with his clients' priorities. Jordan has progressed through various roles at Fidelity Investments, beginning as a Financial Representative in 2022, advancing to Relationship Manager in 2023, then Investment Consultant in 2024, before assuming his current position in 2025. This experience has provided him with a broad understanding of client relationship management and investment consulting. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jordan enjoys board games, fitness, hiking, soccer, and volunteering.

Sterling Jones is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he held positions at Life Time, Advantage Indoor, and G&A Partners, among others. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering financial planning and advisory programs supported by firm-approved tools and investment modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides a wide range of investment and planning services.

Jessica Jones is a CFP® and ChFC® with 25 years of industry experience, serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2000. She is based in The Woodlands, TX, and participates as a Finance Board Member for The Woodlands First United Methodist Church. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad 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 and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Richard Canlas is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2021 and previously spent four years with Voya Financial Advisors. In addition to his financial advisory career, Canlas has operated as an attorney since 1997. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a multi-manager platform with a range of investment programs and third-party managers.

Amy Ryba is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spring, Texas, where she has worked since 2019. She has six years of industry experience, including six years prior to Edward Jones at Alief Independent School District. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients, including a broad range of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates an extensive network of advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Chandra Burns is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms including Northwestern Mutual Investment Management, Raymond James & Associates, and RBC Capital Markets. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning, tax-aware withdrawal strategies, and ongoing advice through a centralized service team.

Kensie Hunt is a financial advisor at Merrill with over 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Merrill since 1993. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Samuel Jordan is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. He previously worked at Packaging Corporation of America for eight years before transitioning into his current role. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority.

Gilbert Montoya is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Geico. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tyler Wesseler is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients and their Wealth Management Advisors to develop comprehensive and tailored wealth plans aimed at achieving both short- and long-term financial goals. He emphasizes building strong, trusted relationships by understanding the priorities of clients and their families. Tyler has been with Fidelity Investments since 2017, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and Planning Consultant before assuming his current position in 2025. His experience spans multiple facets of wealth management and client relationship development. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Tyler has interests in food, outdoor adventures, and table tennis.

Lloyd Hecard Jr. is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Kingwood, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in non-investment business ventures including co-ownership of a restaurant through Hecard Ventures, LLC, and ownership of Roux Design Group, LLC. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of discretionary separately managed accounts to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure rather than fixed fees.