Arthur Barasch is the sole advisor at Baron Financial Advisors, LLC, an independent firm based in Spring, TX. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 23 years of industry experience, including 12 years at his current firm. In addition to financial advising, he works as an independent insurance agent, selling long-term care, health, and disability insurance. Baron Financial Advisors provides individualized financial planning and referral or co-advisory services primarily to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as corporations and other business entities. The firm does not directly manage client assets but arranges investment management through recommended third-party advisers, maintaining a non-discretionary advisory role.

Mamdouh Isak is a financial advisor at Optifolio with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked with Stubbs Overbeck & Associates since 1988, as well as Global Leverage & Investments Inc since 1985. Optifolio provides portfolio management, investment advisory, and financial consulting services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business clients. The firm employs a tailored investment process that incorporates multiple analysis methods and uses strategies such as derivatives, short sales, and leverage, with a particular focus on charitable and corporate clients alongside individual accounts.

Raymond Hawkins is a CFA® charterholder and principal of RMH Capital Advisors, LLC in Houston, TX, with 24 years of industry experience. He has led RMH Capital Advisors since 2005. RMH Capital Advisors provides fee-only financial planning and discretionary investment management to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and small businesses. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and fundamental analysis, managing approximately $37.25 million across 73 accounts as of December 2024.

J. Pannell is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at DP Capital Management, Inc. in Houston, TX. He has been with the firm since 2008. DP Capital Management, Inc. provides discretionary investment management along with financial planning and consulting services to individuals, families, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a long-term purchase strategy based on fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, managing diversified portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and other securities.

Michael Osgood is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience and is the principal of Osgood Capital Management, Inc. He has also operated Osgood & Associates, a CPA and tax compliance firm, since 2001 and maintains a separate insurance agency. Osgood Capital Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, managing portfolios tailored to client objectives using a variety of strategies including asset allocation and technical analysis, with ongoing suitability reviews.

Lanny Barbee is a CFA charterholder with 22 years of industry experience and is the sole advisor at Meridian Investment Management, Inc. He has worked at Meridian since 2003 and previously spent 16 years at Global Jar Services, LLC. In addition to his advisory role, he operates a tax preparation business as a CPA. Meridian Investment Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice and portfolio management for individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and other entities. The firm uses a fundamental analysis approach combining Growth at a Reasonable Price and Deep Value strategies, with technical tools to adjust cash levels, and offers multiple account styles tailored to different investment goals.

Hi there! 👋 Allow me to introduce you to my firm, Wealth and Plan. First of all let's clear up the type of people that we do best work for: - High Earning Professionals and Families in Their 30's and 40's. __________ Now that we've got that out of the way, here's my best attempt at a "short" backstory: I decided to become a financial planner the day my parents were turned away by a financial advisor for not meeting the firm's underlying asset minimum. This led me to study Finance with a focus in personal financial planning at the University of Houston (Go Coogs!). While there, I ended up interning with the same company that turned my parents away... 🫠 After graduating college, I joined Merrill Lynch and hit my first crossroad: Do I go all in and become a financial advisor (at a young age of 22 😅), or do I learn the industry inside out before making the jump? __________ I chose the latter and invested the next 8 years split between Merrill Lynch, JPMorgan and a boutique financial planning firm, where I: - Became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® - Served as the client service advisor for 300+ high and ultra-high net worth families - Served as the portfolio manager overlooking $200 million+ in client assets - Served as a financial planner, building 30+ comprehensive financial plans focused on retirement planning, investment planning, estate planning, and much more. __________ Then, in January 2026, I took a big leap of faith and left a steady paycheck, fully paid benefits, and a lucrative career that many dream of... In February 2026, Wealth and Plan was born with a simple goal in mind: - Make financial planning more approachable So, if you’re a young family or a professional in your 30’s or 40’s and think that finding a financial planner or advisor is a bit intimidating, we may be the right fit. We pride ourselves on three core values: - Education - Transparency - Real guidance WHILE you're building your wealth, not only after You can find a whole bunch more about us on our website: https://www.wealthandplan.com And, if you've made it this far and are unsure whether or not we’re the right firm for you, feel free to reach out! I’m always happy to chat. If we are not the right fit, that's okay. We are more than happy to recommend a different planner or provide some resources based on your situation 😊

Dean Alexander is the principal of Alexander, Dean D., an investment management firm based in Houston, TX. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, with 8 years of experience in investment advising. Dean has an extensive background in financial services, including roles at American Express Financial Advisors Inc. and IDS Life Insurance Company, and he has been a CPA since 1982. In addition to his advisory work, he maintains a tax preparation and planning practice through Dean Alexander, CPA. Alexander, Dean D. provides equity-focused portfolio management and mutual fund selection for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and investment companies. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes diversification, valuation-driven stock selection, and sector-level asset allocation tailored to client preferences.

Matthew Edgar is a CFA® charterholder with 14 years of industry experience. He is a principal of Edgar Investment Management, LLC in Houston, TX, and previously served as a managing partner at Edgar and Edgar CPAs LLC, providing accounting and tax services. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages a short-term rental business. Edgar Investment Management provides financial planning and discretionary portfolio management to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional and business portfolios. The firm’s investment approach centers on fundamental analysis and strategic asset allocation, incorporating tax considerations into portfolio construction and planning.

Guang Li is a financial advisor at Southmore Financial Advisory LLC in Houston, TX, holding a Series 65 credential with two years of industry experience. Prior to founding his advisory firm in 2023, he worked at Shell Oil from 2012 to 2020. He is also a member of the Houston Tsinghua Alumni Association, a nonprofit alumni group. Southmore Financial Advisory LLC serves individual and high-net-worth clients with fee-only investment management and financial planning. The firm uses fundamental analysis and a combination of passive and active strategies to create tailored portfolios based on clients’ goals, risk tolerance, and tax considerations.

Eric Sandrock is a CFP® with 20 years of experience in financial advising, currently serving as the sole advisor at Performance Investment Group since 2010. His background includes registration with the NFL Players Association and development of financial planning materials for professional athletes. Performance Investment Group is an independent registered investment adviser that provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm employs an academically grounded, passive investment approach emphasizing broad diversification and systematic factor exposures, primarily using institutional mutual funds.

Michael Schellinger is a financial advisor at Synergy Wealth Management in Houston, TX, holding a Series 65 designation with eight years of industry experience. He has held roles at William Joseph Capital Management and currently manages multiple affiliated insurance and consulting businesses. Schellinger is also a co-founder of Basket Brigade Houston, a nonprofit organization. Synergy Wealth Management is an independent registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses a financial-planning-driven approach that incorporates fundamental, technical, cyclical, and economic analyses to construct diversified portfolios organized by risk levels, with discretionary trading authority and ongoing account monitoring.

Sean Butler is the principal advisor at SKB Advisory, LLC in Houston, TX, with seven years of experience in the financial industry. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at HD Vest Insurance Agency LLC and HD Vest Investment Services. Butler also owns and manages Sean K Butler CPA, LLC, an accounting and tax preparation firm. SKB Advisory provides investment supervisory services and financial planning to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and corporations. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, value-driven investment approach and offers employer benefit plan services and educational seminars, implementing client portfolios in coordination with a third-party money manager.

Olabode Oniya is a financial advisor at OM Investments in Houston, TX, with eight years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has worked at firms including Edward Jones, Fidelity Investments, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with a marketing services business and maintains an active insurance license. OM Investments provides discretionary asset management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services, including an ERISA 3(21) fiduciary role for qualified plans. The firm manages accounts using a combination of fundamental, technical, charting, and cyclical analysis, offering services on fixed or hourly fees and conducting regular portfolio reviews.

John Thornton is a PFS™ with 33 years at Thornton Financial Management and Services and four years of industry experience as a financial advisor. He is also a CPA and owner of an individual income tax business. Thornton Financial Management provides discretionary, customized portfolio management primarily for individual investors and also serves pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm employs a mix of charting, technical and fundamental analysis with tailored long- and short-term strategies, managing approximately $53.3 million across 140 clients.

David Chow is a CFA® charterholder and the sole advisor at Dancourt Management, LLC, an independent firm based in Houston, TX. He has 13 years of industry experience and has managed Dancourt Management since 1998. Chow serves as a trustee for both Van Eck ETF Trust and New York Life MainStay Group of Mutual Funds. Dancourt Management provides discretionary portfolio management to high-net-worth individuals, small businesses, and institutional clients, including corporate pension plans and foundations. The firm employs a long-only, growth-oriented investment approach focused on large-cap and mid-cap equities with an emphasis on companies that pay consistent, growing dividends.

Scott Orr is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience. He is the sole advisor at SFO Capital, Inc., an independent registered investment adviser based in Houston, TX. His prior experience includes sixteen years at Founders Capital Management, Inc., and he also maintains a CPA practice. SFO Capital provides discretionary portfolio management and financial consulting to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, offering tailored long-term investment plans and optional tax preparation services within the firm’s expertise. The firm focuses on a concentrated client base with relatively large account sizes, employing a range of investment instruments aligned with client objectives.

Joshua Humada is a financial advisor with Money Holistics in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Northwestern Mutual. In addition to his advisory work, he provides financial coaching services through a separate entity, MoneyYogi LLC. Money Holistics is an independent firm serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and businesses with discretionary investment management and financial planning. The firm employs a long-term investment approach using fundamental and technical analysis and integrates ongoing planning with portfolio management.

Parthesh Kalathia is a financial advisor at Samju Capital LLC in Houston, TX, holding a Series 65 designation. He has one year of experience in financial advisory services and previously worked in the energy sector, including roles at Portland General Electric Company and Samju Energy Services Corporation. In addition to his advisory role, he maintains a separate business as an electricity broker. Samju Capital LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, offering portfolio management, asset allocation, risk assessment, and financial plan preparation. The firm customizes advice based on client objectives and risk tolerance, employs various investment strategies, and conducts at least quarterly account reviews.

Robin Giles is a CFP® professional with 18 years of experience in financial advising. He is the sole advisor at Apex Wealth Management, LLC and has been with Sage Wealth Management, LLC since 2011. Based in Katy, TX, Giles focuses on providing personalized financial planning and investment management services. Apex Wealth Management serves individual clients, including high-net-worth individuals, through ongoing portfolio management and fee-based planning. The firm emphasizes comprehensive retainer relationships and constructs client-specific Investment Policy Statements, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management with regular monitoring and rebalancing aligned to client objectives.