James Hill is a Planning Consultant with experience in retirement planning, having worked at Fidelity Investments in various capacities from 2021 to 2026. His roles included Retirement Planner Associate, Retirement Planner, and Director, Retirement Planner. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California, enabling him to provide insurance-related financial guidance. James works with families to understand their financial needs and goals to co-create financial plans aimed at achieving financial security. Outside of his professional work, James has interests in board games and football.

Conner Paty is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Westlake, TX, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2022, and previously at TD Ameritrade from 2020 to 2022. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 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 accounts. The firm provides integrated advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services, combining non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a formal alternative-investment program.

Alexander Marfori is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Westlake, TX, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, his work history includes roles in retail and full-time education. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of 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 provides integrated custody, brokerage, and advisory services.

Karen Vergara is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Charles Schwab in Pasadena, California. In her role, she leads a team of financial professionals focused on providing a differentiated client experience. She aims to contribute to a high-performance work culture by empowering associates to maximize their talents and assist clients in planning for long-term financial well-being. Karen has extensive experience in branch management within the financial services industry. Her previous roles include Vice President Branch Manager positions at TD Ameritrade from 2018 to 2019 and at Scottrade from 2014 to 2018. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Karen is engaged in various personal interests including spending time at the beach, participating in family activities, social events with friends, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.

Todd Skogen is a financial advisor at Fidelity Investments with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones, Farmers Financial Solutions, and SWL Advisory. He works within Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that 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 deliver model portfolios and discretionary management.

Jeremy Kresge is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2005 and currently works with Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a mineral property generating royalties from oil and gas leases. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and manages oversight of affiliated and unaffiliated sub-advisers.

Taeshima White is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, White worked at Robinhood Financial and Charles Schwab. Outside of advising, White is the sole proprietor of SheroShift, a coaching business based in Phoenix, Arizona. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, using a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including fund advisory and model portfolio services, and holds distinctive registrations such as with the CFTC as a commodity pool operator.

Zachary Eisenberg is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Westlake, Texas, with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at TD Ameritrade and Daniel's Broiler. 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, combining non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and alternative investments.

Christopher Elizalde is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Charles Schwab and spent 15 years at QuikTrip. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator and its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Ryan Fleck is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at BM2F Automotive for four years and was self-employed for eleven years. Fidelity’s affiliate, 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 uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios drawn from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Dawson Hadnot is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Symmetry Financial Group and United Parcel Service. Outside of his advisory role, he operates an eBay store focused on creating and selling hats and other items. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across various asset classes.

Thomas Hughes is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Southlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Ameriprise Financial Services in various capacities since 2009. Hughes serves on the board of directors for DCMS. 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 parties to guide diversified investment strategies.

Brent Brown is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 32 years of strategic wealth planning and investment experience. He specializes in family wealth management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Brent creates customized portfolios and investment plans tailored to both wealth accumulation and income planning for affluent and high net worth families, individuals, and business owners. Brent holds a Bachelor's Degree from Texas Tech University and has earned the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Before joining Merrill Lynch, he was a Senior Financial Advisor and Managing Director of Investments at Wells Fargo Advisors. He is committed to building personalized financial strategies, working closely with clients to help them pursue their long-term goals. Originally from Dallas, Brent has spent most of his life in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He participates in community activities and enjoys a variety of sports and exercise, including weightlifting, cycling, golf, and swimming. In his personal time, he also enjoys cooking, both indoors and on the grill, as well as attending live music events with friends and family.

Lionel Claxton Jr. is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 credential and has worked at various Fidelity entities since 2012. Outside of his financial career, he is involved in the music industry as a musician, promoter, and manager for The Dirty Shirley's Band in Fort Worth, Texas. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund‑of‑funds.

Theresa Clark is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Southlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 34 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2013. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement income plans through a centralized consulting team.

Robert Mccampbell is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Pruco Securities LLC. He is affiliated with 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 fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and supports model portfolio delivery for Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Kristin Wilson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Charles Schwab, Bank of America, Merrill, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of finance, she was involved with WrapAround Designs from 2022 to 2024. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Daniel Brickman is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2024, he worked at TD Ameritrade from 2019 to 2024 and spent a year at Saint Joseph's University in 2016–2017. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary advisory and affiliated discretionary managed account services. The firm’s integrated structure combines advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services with access to multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investments.

Nicholas Tessmer is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. He previously served 11 years in the US Navy before joining Primerica Financial Services in 2021. Outside of advising, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which includes model-delivery strategies and selectively offered separately managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap fee structure, offering investment models implemented by BNY Mellon Advisors.

Ryan Fann is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2019. Outside of his advisory work, he hosts a football podcast in his spare time. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios comprised of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.