Ralph Youngblood Jr. is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Independent Financial Partners and LPL Financial. Private Advisor Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing over $41 billion across more than 135,000 client relationships, serving individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate and retirement plan clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party asset management programs, employing a range of strategies and coordinating services through multiple custodians.

Sergio Badillo is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having six years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA-CREF since 2019 and was previously associated with TIAA starting in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a delivery driver. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division provides financial planning, managed account programs, and broker-dealer services primarily to individuals connected to TIAA-administered retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans. The firm offers both point-in-time planning services and ongoing discretionary management, applying a fiduciary standard to its registered investment adviser services.

Sha'ron Clark is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining TIAA-CREF, she worked at Park Avenue Securities, Opes One Wealth, and Guardian Life Insurance, and has experience in education and other sectors. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals with existing relationships through employer retirement plans, as well as trusts, estates, and other entities. The firm offers both point-in-time planning services and ongoing portfolio management using model and customized portfolios managed under a fiduciary standard.

Daniel Yancy is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at firms including Fisher Investments, Merrill, and Citigroup Global Markets. Prior to his financial services career, he was the owner of Cadet Medical Supply, LLC, a medical supply business that ceased operations in 2022. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals with existing relationships through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm offers both point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management using model and customized portfolios under a fiduciary standard.

Nicolas Gallo is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and has two years of industry experience. His previous work history includes roles at Skanska, Lowe's, and the University of North Texas. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients associated with TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm offers model and customized portfolio management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund.

William Wehner is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) in Frisco, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked with Eagle Strategies and related New York Life entities since 2017 and previously worked with USAA Financial Planning Services and USAA Financial Advisors from 2011 to 2017. He serves on the Board of Trustees for the Texas Theta Sigma chapter of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, providing guidance to the executive board. Eagle Strategies serves individual and institutional clients by offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm emphasizes tailored recommendations and manages the majority of its assets on a non-discretionary basis, working with a diverse range of clients including plan sponsors and charitable organizations.

Jonathan Smilie is a Personal Investment Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop strategies tailored to their unique ambitions and financial goals. His approach focuses on aligning clients with the appropriate people, plans, and processes to address priorities such as funding education, retirement planning, and managing potential health care costs. Jonathan holds a High School Diploma from Liberty University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He emphasizes clarity and transparency in his work, aiming to simplify the complexities of wealth planning and help clients make informed decisions throughout their financial journey.

Ellina Cheney is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Valic Financial Advisors and Edward Jones. Ms. Cheney is based in Frisco, TX. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing relationships through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm offers both point-in-time planning and ongoing portfolio management within a vertically integrated structure that includes affiliated funds.

Trajko Papuckoski is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Fisher Investments and several firms within the Cetera network. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the boards of two local Orthodox churches, contributing to their financial oversight and planning. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services offers financial planning, discretionary managed account programs, and broker-dealer services primarily to individuals connected to TIAA retirement plans, as well as trusts, estates, and smaller institutional clients. The firm distinguishes its planning services from ongoing portfolio management and acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund, operating within a vertically integrated group.

Joia Allen is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining TIAA-CREF in 2026, she worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC from 2022 to 2026. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services provides financial planning, discretionary managed account programs, and broker-dealer services primarily to individuals with existing TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans. The firm offers both point-in-time planning and ongoing discretionary management using model portfolios and customized strategies.

Michael Foster is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA and TIAA-CREF since 2005. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans. The firm offers model and customized portfolios under a fiduciary standard and serves clients often connected through TIAA-administered retirement plans.

Antonio Sosa is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA and its affiliated entities since 2017 and previously worked at Texas Tech University from 2011 to 2016. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs primarily to individuals connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as to trusts, estates, and small retirement plans. The firm operates with a fiduciary standard for its RIA services and offers both model-based and customized portfolio management within a vertically integrated structure that includes affiliated funds.

Eric Mcintyre is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with TIAA-CREF since 2015. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and various entities, often serving clients with existing relationships through TIAA-administered retirement plans. The firm’s advisory model distinguishes one-time planning services from ongoing portfolio management, and it acts as adviser to a donor-advised fund while operating within a vertically integrated structure that includes affiliated funds.

Adhit Menon is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at National Life Group and New York Life Insurance Company. Equity Services, Inc., doing business as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm uses multiple advisory platforms, including third-party asset managers and model portfolios, combining long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and non-discretionary management.

Aaron Harvey is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Investment Professionals Inc before joining Charles Schwab in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of 3 Up 3 Down LLC, a small business focused on buying and selling sports trading cards online. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering annual financial reviews, retirement and planning discussions, and investment recommendations utilizing Schwab’s research tools and asset allocation models. The firm operates as an internal advisory unit within the Schwab ecosystem and does not charge clients directly for its services.

Saul Ruiz is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior roles include positions at Fisher Investments, Vanguard Advisers, Charles Schwab, and Kaplan. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans, often serving clients connected through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm provides a fiduciary standard within a vertically integrated model that includes customized portfolio management and advisory services to a donor-advised fund.

Michelle Hahn is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience. She currently serves as an advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory and previously worked at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. for seven years. Hahn is a member of the finance committee at Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice through the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering annual financial reviews, retirement planning, and investment recommendations using Schwab’s asset allocation models and research tools. The firm operates within the Schwab ecosystem and does not exercise discretionary trading authority with clients directly.

Jared Eichler is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., State Farm VP Management Corp, and Edward Jones. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory (SWA) program, offering services such as annual financial reviews and investment recommendations across various asset classes. The firm operates within the Schwab ecosystem, delivering advice through standard asset allocation models and Schwab research tools, with final trading decisions left to clients.

Myles Hernandez is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with six years of industry experience, currently with Schwab Wealth Advisory in Westlake, TX. His prior roles include positions at Steward Partners Investment Advisory and Raymond James Financial Services. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice through the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering annual financial reviews, retirement and planning discussions, and investment recommendations based on Schwab’s research tools and asset allocation models. The firm operates as an internal advisory unit within the Schwab ecosystem and does not directly charge clients fees for its services.

Elysa Flores is a financial advisor at Mariner in Plano, TX, holding a Series 65 credential. She has been with Mariner since 2023 and has prior work experience outside the industry at Baskin Robbins. Elysa’s background includes several years as a full-time student before entering the advisory field. Mariner serves a broad range of clients including individuals, trusts, and institutional investors by offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and coordinated tax services. The firm combines in-house research with third-party managers and provides integrated tax and accounting services alongside traditional portfolio management.