Patricia Himelick is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and operating Himelick Financial Group LLC since 2010. She is also an independent insurance agent, selling fixed insurance, annuities, long-term care, and life policies. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, providing access to affiliated and third-party money managers across discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Joshua Meason is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2018 and previously worked at Johnny Beans and the University of Texas. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm provides both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and research from Schwab’s Center for Financial Research.

William Hart Jr. is a CFP® and ChFC® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2009. He is a limited partner in a family ranch business, Blue Mountain Investments LTD, located in Kerrville, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of investment advisory services through a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Shane Allen is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at multiple firms, including Ameritas Investment Corp. and Capital Choice Investment Advisers. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a pastor at Crossroads Assembly of God and is involved in real estate through Austin Options Realty. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing a range of portfolio management strategies and platform options.

Esau Cruz Quiroz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Wells Fargo, and University Federal Credit Union. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by various investment strategies and technology tools.

Justin Hinojosa is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Wells Fargo Bank and TD Ameritrade. His current role at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank began in 2020 and 2025, respectively. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Allison Bouwman is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Concordia University, Austin, where she served as an adjunct professor teaching a forensic science course. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Kari Matney is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Round Rock, TX, holding the ChFC® and Series 66 designations with seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2019, Kari worked with Sleep on It, dba Urban Mattress, and spent 18 years as a homeschool teacher. Outside of advising, Kari provides nutrition and fitness coaching and has experience editing college essays for high school students. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Michael Villanueva is a ChFC® and Series 66-licensed advisor with six years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, where he has worked since 2023. Prior to joining Schwab, he held roles at First Command Insurance Services and served in the U.S. Army from 2016 to 2019. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, with an integrated structure that includes advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Timothy Barras is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Liberty Hill, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at PFS Investments Inc. and Pruco Securities, LLC, and has experience in the hospitality sector, including roles at Zea Rotisserie and Bar and Deano's Pizza. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Steven Reedy is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at First Heartland Capital Inc and American Benefits Exchange. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an Education Coordinator with Business Network International and has experience driving for Lyft and Uber part time. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jeanne Underwood is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Austin, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Treehouse Retreat, LLC, a real estate business in Austin. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency strategies to deliver non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Armando Tamez is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at various roles within Charles Schwab since 2019. Prior to joining Schwab, he held positions at Holy Cross College and PPG Paints. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management using multi-asset model portfolios, with centralized operations supporting a high client coverage per advisor.

Jefferson Schaefer is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Pflugerville, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked with Texas All-Star Cheer and Dance and Pflugerville ISD, and served with the Pflugerville Police Department. Outside of advising, he is also an independent insurance agent and provides portfolio consulting services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and other clients. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory through a broad network of independent Financial Professionals who tailor strategies using both proprietary and third-party model solutions across multiple platform arrangements.

Aljair Pimentel is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked in various roles including at Uber Eats, AlphaSights, and the University of Texas at Austin. He owns a tax preparation business operating alongside his advisory role. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing a range of proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

John Murphy is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2001. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in Georgetown, TX. 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 various advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Michalyn Porter is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2008. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Waqar Meyer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Round Rock, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at First Allied Securities, Austin Wealth Management, and Bayshore Mortgage Funding. Outside of his advisory work, Meyer is involved in mortgage services and works as a nutritional coach. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and investment management services supported by both in-house and third-party strategies, leveraging technology for operational and research support.

Hassan Ali is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Round Rock, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Linsco/Private Ledger Corp since 2002 and previously at UBS Financial Services from 1999 to 2002. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services that include financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Lindsey Cole is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with three years of industry experience. She is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Kestra Advisory Services LLC and Ironclad Strategies LLC. Before entering financial advising, she held positions at Carillon Senior Living and Red Robin. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.