Jeffrey Abel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Houston, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Alexandria Jones is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she manages a rental property business as a sole proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools, supporting clients with tailored financial plans.

Eduardo Arzola is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA, where he spent over a decade. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Yiller Auyon is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, Yiller held various roles outside the financial sector, including positions at J.Crew and First Financial Group of America. Equitable Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.

Keith Keener is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Primerica Advisors since 1981 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of investment advisory, he is involved in sales of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management via its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and limited separately managed accounts primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses a tiered wrap fee structure and curates third-party asset managers, with trading delegated to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Reynaldo Pol is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Ameriprise Financial and E*TRADE Financial Corporation. His background also includes independent contracting with sports organizations such as Metro Atlanta Sports Officials and the NCAA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program. The firm’s approach combines quantitative and qualitative manager due diligence with forward-looking capital market assumptions to inform asset allocation and investment manager recommendations.

Edmund Steinert is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in comprehensive wealth management strategies. He works with individuals, families, and businesses to develop personalized financial plans that address investment planning, retirement planning, tax-efficient strategies, and risk management. Edmund emphasizes a client-centric approach, focusing on building long-term relationships grounded in trust and a clear understanding of each client's unique financial goals. With professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Edmund leverages his expertise and the extensive resources of Merrill Lynch to provide guidance tailored to life’s changes. His practice concentrates on areas such as education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, and catering to women and wealth. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Franklin College. Outside of his professional role, Edmund is involved in the community through Rotary. He also enjoys boating, fishing, and spending time with his family.

Kimberly Grant is an advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has experience with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2015 and joined Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025. Grant previously worked at Molak Corporation in 2019. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and supports over 14,000 financial advisors with both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Carl Guillory is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads The Guillory Group, which manages wealth for families, executives, high net-worth individuals, and small businesses. The group focuses on building long-term client relationships by addressing priorities such as retirement, investment strategy, college planning, and estate planning services. Their approach includes implementing customized investment strategies based on asset allocation models and conducting regular reviews to evaluate clients' progress. With over 25 years of experience, Carl has developed expertise in asset allocation, retirement planning, alternative investments, and estate planning. His practice emphasizes consistent performance, regular communication, and superior service. Carl holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and the Series 7 FINRA registration. He earned a bachelor's degree from Nicholls State University. In addition to his professional work, Carl is involved with St Cecilia Church and the Knights of Columbus. His client focus areas include college education planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, and retirement income.

Richard Brown is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Raymond James and several Cetera entities, as well as VALIC Financial Advisors. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutional and pension plans, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning and consulting, with an emphasis on tailored, non-discretionary advisory relationships.

Elias Davis is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Houston, TX, bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2007, except for a one-year period at Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, Davis is active as a football referee with the Texas Association of Sports Officials and co-owns a bakery in Cypress, TX. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets through a large network of more than 14,000 financial advisors.

George Hawkins is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 1999. Hawkins serves on several boards and committees for Legacy Community Health, including the Endowment Board and Finance Committee. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofit organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers, focusing on personalized client assessments and a diverse set of investment options without sponsoring its own wrap fee program.

Steve Garcia is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Houston, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and Frost Bank. 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 with more than 14,000 advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Andrew Ruzicka is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with LPL Financial since 2004. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Daniel Miller is a Private Wealth Manager with Merrill Private Wealth Management, specializing in providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client's unique financial situation and goals. He works closely with families and businesses to navigate complex areas such as family wealth management, estate and legacy planning, executive compensation, retirement income, and portfolio management. Daniel collaborates with specialists from Merrill and Bank of America to deliver comprehensive financial solutions and investment insights. With over 30 years as a Houston resident, Daniel focuses on helping clients, including corporate executives, women, and non-profit organizations, meet their investment objectives through a flexible approach that adapts to changing market conditions. His professional designations include Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He holds an Accredited Certificate from the College for Financial Planning. Beyond his professional role, Daniel actively contributes to the Houston community through volunteering with organizations such as BeaResource for CPS Kids, Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Houston, Madison Place Home Owners Association, and Wonders and Worries. He values faith and family, spending time with his wife and two children, and enjoys outdoor activities, music, reading, and traveling.

Steven Matthews is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 32 years of industry experience and has been with UBS since 1998. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Gustavo Pigurina Sr. is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2010 and previously worked at UBS International Inc. from 2006 to 2010. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to a broad range of investment products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, operating as a broker-dealer, investment adviser, and futures commission merchant.

William Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2006 and previously spent nine years at Morgan Stanley DW Inc. Smith is a limited partner in ABS Investments 803 LLC, a for-profit business focused on property management. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Roshni Choudhary is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Houston, TX, with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked exclusively with Edward Jones since 2020, with prior roles including positions at Potentia Analytics and Southern Illinois Miners. Outside of her advisory role, she teaches group fitness Zumba classes at the YMCA of Greater Houston. 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 broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Linda Sweeten is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 65 designations. Her prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and Banc One Securities Corporation. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative screening and qualitative research, employing forward-looking capital market assumptions and an ESG eligibility framework.