Jonathan Born is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Investment Management and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans since 2002. Based in The Woodlands, TX, he provides financial planning services through his firm. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, delivering written recommendations on a broad range of financial topics without implementation. The firm combines holistic, goal-based analyses with managed-account options under its WealthPlan program, while maintaining separate planning and portfolio management services.

Gordon Menard is a CFP® with 50 years of industry experience and is currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. He has been with Cambridge since 2013. In addition to his advisory role, he operates an independent insurance agency and owns Synergy Wealth Management as a sole proprietor. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charities, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a network of independent Financial Professionals using a variety of portfolio management approaches and custody arrangements.

Eugene Diamont II is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 34 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and seven years at Prudential Equity Group, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Michael McMahon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Cypress, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial, VWM Advisors, Next Financial Group, and Ameriprise. Outside of his advisory work, he maintains a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practice. 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 advisory and brokerage services, utilizing a broad platform that includes model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional programs.

Ryan Waller is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Principal Financial Services, Transamerica Corporation, and Fisher Investments prior to joining Raymond James. 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 client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering tailored financial planning and consulting services supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Andrew Bladt is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked in various roles at Charles Schwab entities since 2020. Prior to that, his background includes positions in the food service and public works sectors. 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. The firm delivers investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and offers both non-discretionary and discretionary options, supported by a centralized operational structure.

Pedro Navarrete is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, he worked at Lapp USA and IEWC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a distributor for health supplements with Isagenix. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

John Rogers is a CFP® with 35 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2024. He has held prior roles within the Wells Fargo organization, including positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. In addition to his advisory work, he owns and operates Rogers Wealth Management Group LLC in Kingwood, TX. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and investment options, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Glenn Presnell Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 46 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 1979, also working at Bank of America since 2009. 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, and institutional investors.

Dane Webb is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner and officer at Lifetime Decoys, a business focused on retail and media partnerships. 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 client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Paul Marston is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been part of the team since May 2022. He co-founded the Marston, Puskorius and Associates group alongside his business partner Neil Puskorius and Wealth Management Client Associate Leticia Smith. Paul's professional focus includes education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, special needs planning strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. Paul began his career in financial services in 1993 after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Management from the University of Phoenix while working full time at General Motors. He holds the ChFC4 and CLU4 designations from the American College, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Paul has been working with his partner Neil Puskorius since 2010. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, Paul has been married to his wife Denice for 33 years. They have two adult sons and one grandchild. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Paul enjoys activities such as biking, music, scuba diving, tennis, traveling, volleyball, and playing piano. He is involved in community work with Horses Help, an organization providing equine therapy for autistic children.

Patrick Hynes is currently the Market Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a team of leaders, financial advisors, and support associates. His role involves providing clients with education and guidance to help them make more confident financial planning decisions. Patrick has been with Fidelity Investments since 1999, progressing through various roles including Vice President and Branch Leader, Assistant Branch Manager, Vice President and Financial Consultant, Insurance Wholesaler, Financial Consultant, Insurance Specialist, Investments Associate, and Internship-Operations Specialist. This extensive experience within the company spans over two decades and encompasses a broad range of financial services and leadership positions.

Russell Marsh is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in the beverage retail industry and had roles in various other fields. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

David Carter is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Cypress, TX, where he has worked since 2011. He has 15 years of experience in the financial industry. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee accounts, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Megan Larkins is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in The Woodlands, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her tenure with the firm in 2025. Her background includes experience with Baylor University and involvement with the Extreme Performing Arts Center. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and fiduciary services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a large nationwide network of advisors and branches.

Natalie Johnson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years at the firm and 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she creates and sells digital and physical crafts on Etsy and is involved in a construction business called WC Decorative Concepts. 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.

Wendy Fernandez is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2021. She has been with Fidelity since 2016, progressing through roles including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Credit Analyst at Prosperity Bank from 2014 to 2016, a Personal Banker at Wells Fargo from 2013 to 2014, and a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual from 2011 to 2013. Throughout her career, Wendy has focused on partnering with families to understand their financial and personal goals, aiming to build customized financial plans that fit unique needs. She prioritizes establishing strong and long-lasting relationships with clients and their families, emphasizing trust, reliability, and proficiency in her work.

Mitchell Murchison is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Comerica Bank, Hancock Whitney Bank, and Woodforest National Bank. Before his financial services career, he worked in the restaurant industry. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 a range of integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Griffin Randle is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill Lynch in 2014 and has been in the financial services industry since 2009. Griffin focuses on providing clients with comprehensive wealth planning strategies, including portfolio analysis, asset allocation models, retirement planning analysis, and investment research. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Denver and has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Griffin is a member of the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute and the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Raised in The Woodlands, Texas, Griffin enjoys golfing, skiing, and traveling.

Walter Hopkins Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2009, including Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory options. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of investment vehicles, including insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options.