Harrison Shibley is a financial advisor at The Mather Group, LLC in Houston, TX, holding a Series 65 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Q Investments and Nortech, as well as work at Texas Christian University and Benilde St Margarets. The Mather Group serves high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, corporations, and other entities, offering financial planning, investment management, tax and estate planning guidance, and family office services. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach with risk-based allocation models and customized portfolio options, integrating AI tools under human oversight to support market analysis and client communications.

Ryan Patterson is a CFP® and CFA® with 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Linscomb Wealth, Inc. since 2012 and previously spent six years at UHY Capital Advisors, LLC. Linscomb Wealth provides comprehensive wealth planning, portfolio management, and investment consulting to individual, high-net-worth, and ultra-high-net-worth clients, as well as trusts, foundations, and retirement plans. The firm offers family office services and retirement-plan fiduciary consulting, using customized investment strategies developed in collaboration with an internal Investment Committee.

Scott Selzer is a financial advisor at Arax Advisory Partners with 30 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at U.S. Capital Wealth Advisors, LLC and USCA Securities LLC. Arax Advisory Partners is an SEC-registered, multi-team wealth manager serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, family offices, institutions, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of internal portfolio management, third-party models, and tailored asset-allocation strategies, and is notable for its use of performance-based fee arrangements and carried-interest structures for certain qualified investors and private funds.

John Fleckenstein is a financial advisor with Sunbelt Securities, Inc. in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Sunbelt Securities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the Texas Hill Country Young Professionals and is a board member of The Special Opportunity Center of Kerrville. Sunbelt Securities, Inc. provides investment advisory and related services to individual and institutional clients through a network of representatives, offering solutions such as wrap-fee programs, standalone financial planning, and referrals to third-party money managers. The firm employs a range of investment strategies tailored by individual advisers rather than a single uniform model.

Ryan Mcdonnell is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Sunbelt Securities, Inc. since 2016. He previously worked at LPL Financial from 2009 to 2016. In addition to his advisory role, he serves on the board of directors for Budget Central LLC, a tax consulting and preparation firm based in Texas. Sunbelt Securities, Inc. provides investment advisory and related services to individual and institutional clients through a network of representatives. The firm offers a range of investment approaches and programs, including a wrap-fee program, standalone financial planning, and referrals to third-party money managers.

Donald Roberts is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Mission Wealth Management, LP. He previously worked at Logic Capital Management, LLC for five years and spent 23 years with Westwood Holdings Group (formerly Woodway Financial Advisors). Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Silver Fox Advisors, a consulting and mentoring organization. Mission Wealth Management is an SEC-registered, multi-team advisory firm serving affluent individuals, families, and institutional clients. The firm offers customized wealth management and financial planning services using long-term strategies that incorporate ETFs, mutual funds, individual securities, alternative investments, and third-party sub-advisors.

Karen Frankfort is a financial advisor at Arax Advisory Partners with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked previously at U.S. Capital Wealth Advisors and USCA Securities. Outside of her advisory roles, she has engaged in cosmetic sales as a Mary Kay sales agent. Arax Advisory Partners is a multi-team wealth manager overseeing approximately $26.5 billion in assets and serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, family offices, institutions, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of internal portfolio management, third-party models, and external managers to meet client objectives and offers services including financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory services to private funds.

Peter Acquaro is a financial advisor with Gradient Securities, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Houston Retirement Solutions, LLC, Ohio National Financial Services, The ON Equity Sales Co., and The Fitzpatrick Group, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as chairman of the Public Safety Committee for the Southwest Management District, a quasi-government agency focused on community development in Southwest Houston. Gradient Securities, operating as Gradient Wealth Management, provides financial planning, consulting, third-party manager referrals, and non-discretionary asset management to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, corporations, and other entities. The firm combines SEC-registered advisory services with broker-dealer activities and utilizes third-party managers while maintaining a focus on client approval for investment decisions.

Courtney Garner is a financial advisor with intrua Financial in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has been with intrua Financial since 2015 and concurrently associated with LPL Financial since 2014. Garner also serves as Director of Financial Planning for Freedom Wealth Alliance, a registered investment advisor. Intrua Financial provides investment advisory and portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services for individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, foundations, small businesses, and plan sponsors. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and technical and cyclical analysis to create customized asset allocations and investment policy statements, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Brent Shepherd is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with over 30 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC and has previously worked at LPL Financial and 1 St Global Insurance Services. Shepherd also operates Shepherd Financial Services, a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC manages approximately $6 billion in client assets through a team of more than 150 advisors, serving individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a goals-based, client-centered planning approach supported by proprietary software and combines behavioral economics with an evidence-based investment framework.

Samuel Morales is a financial advisor with Insigneo Advisory Services, LLC in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 11 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at PNC Investments, Pershing LLC, and BBVA Compass Insurance Agency, among other roles. Morales is also the owner of SMAS Investments LLC, a pass-through entity for tax purposes. Insigneo Advisory Services provides investment advisory and consulting services to retail and institutional clients, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management. The firm uses a committee-driven investment process combined with advisor-led portfolio construction, incorporating global asset classes and third-party macroeconomic research to align with client objectives.

Shaheen Ladhani is a financial advisor at Avidian Wealth Solutions with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman, Sachs & Co. for 12 years. Ladhani serves on the Board of Directors and Investment Committee at the Center for Adults with Disabilities. Avidian Wealth Solutions is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, high-net-worth families, businesses, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a model-based investment approach supplemented by sub-advisors and separately managed accounts, and it also acts as a fund sponsor and sub-adviser, providing a range of investment management and advisory services.

Samuel Labordus is a financial advisor with Symphony Financial, Ltd. Co. in Houston, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has experience working at LPL Financial and Symphony Financial since 2025. Prior to entering the financial industry, he spent several years in educational roles within Texas school districts. Symphony Financial, Ltd. Co. provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm manages approximately $1.09 billion in assets and employs a long-term investment approach that integrates fundamental and technical analysis, tailoring portfolios to client risk profiles and objectives.

Duncan Pham is a financial advisor with Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. based in Houston, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 13 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Cetera and HD Vest. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of D T Pham & Associates PLLC, a legal services firm, and serves as director and president of two charitable foundations, The Khetsun Foundation and Code Danna Foundation. Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. serves individual and institutional clients through a network of 176 advisors managing approximately $1.358 billion in assets. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services, including access to third-party money managers and multiple advisory platforms.

Elisa Flores is a financial advisor at Arax Advisory Partners with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at U.S. Capital Wealth Advisors, LLC, and USCA Securities LLC. Arax Advisory Partners is a multi-team SEC-registered wealth manager overseeing approximately $26.5 billion in regulatory assets. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, family offices, institutions, and retirement plans, offering a range of services including financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan consulting.

Michael Kovalsky is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at The Mather Group, LLC. His career includes nine years at Flato, Williams & Patterson prior to joining The Mather Group. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a competitive BBQ cooking team called Three Brisketeers. The Mather Group primarily serves high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, corporations, and other entities, providing a combination of financial planning, investment management, tax and estate planning, and family office services. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach with multiple risk-based allocation models and customization options, integrating advanced AI and machine-learning tools while maintaining human oversight.

Leah Naish is a financial advisor at Mission Wealth Management, LP in Houston, TX, holding a Series 65 registration. She has one year of industry experience, having previously worked in various roles at companies including Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Infosys. Mission Wealth Management is a multi-team advisory firm serving affluent individuals, families, and institutional clients through customized wealth management and financial planning. The firm employs long-term investment strategies across a diverse range of asset classes and offers discretionary account management along with specialized consulting services.

Darren Mcneely is a financial advisor with Level Four Advisory Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Level Four since 2021 and has been involved with Level Four Financial, LLC since 2007. Outside of his advisory roles, he is a partner in Pinnacle Wealth Advisors, a financial planning business, and co-owns a real estate rental company in Panama City Beach, Florida. Level Four Advisory Services is an SEC-registered enterprise investment adviser managing over $5 billion across 115 advisors and approximately 13,865 client relationships. The firm serves a diverse client base with fee-only financial planning, asset management, and retirement plan advisory services, utilizing model portfolios and a range of affiliated and third-party management options.

Martin Limbaugh is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been involved with Kovack Securities since 2023 and operates his own related businesses, including Limbaugh Capital and Limbaugh Trading & T. Outside of advisory work, he manages Limbaugh Trading and Transport LLC. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets, serving a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government entities. The firm uses an Envestnet-supported investment process that incorporates risk tolerance assessments and employs both internal models and third-party managers to construct and manage client portfolios.

Thomas Brown is a financial advisor at Avidian Wealth Solutions with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at RJ Capital, LLC for 12 years before joining Avidian. Avidian Wealth Solutions is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, high-net-worth families, businesses, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $3.99 billion in assets using model-based managed solutions, sub-advisors, and tailored allocations, while also acting as a fund sponsor and sub-adviser to affiliated funds.