Ashley Caples is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and has experience in mortgage services and health care. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and advisor-facing technology tools.

Melinda Kaiser is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 27 years of experience in the industry. She worked for NEXT Financial Group, Inc. for 24 years before joining LPL Financial in 2025. 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, combining advisory platforms with extensive non-advisory financial products and support tools.

Thompson Smith is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at GuideStone Financial Resources and Dallas Baptist University. Smith serves as a board member on the finance committee of The DoSeum, a nonprofit focused on STEM, arts, and literacy education for children. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, offering non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting supported by centralized due diligence and a quantitative and qualitative research process.

Truman Haugen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Austin, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with the firm since 2026. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and Kinneberg Management Group, as well as studying at the University of Georgia. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research supported by a dedicated manager solutions team.

Jon Garcia is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, where he has worked since 2012. He has 14 years of industry experience. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational platform.

Ulysses Cisneros is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Fisher Investments with seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fisher Investments in 2025, he worked at Empower Advisory Group and Personal Capital. Fisher Investments serves a global client base including institutional and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research, along with tax-aware management and risk strategies.

Gregg Abernathy is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2008 and has been affiliated with the Walter A. Haas School of Business since 1993. Outside of his advisory role, he is a sole proprietor of Angier Vineyards, a limited wine sales business. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides research-driven advice tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

George Howe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James & Associates and U.S. Capital Wealth Advisors, among others. He is co-owner of SB Wealth Advisors LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. 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 services and investment strategies supported by proprietary research and technology, with a notable scale of operations including over 22,800 advisors and more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Daniel Lacey is a financial advisor at Osaic with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at FSC Securities Corporation and its affiliated RIA. In addition to his advisory role, he operates a sole proprietorship providing tax preparation services. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base, including retail and institutional clients, with a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by a model-based investment approach emphasizing asset allocation and portfolio optimization. The firm is notable for its scale, affiliate network, and multi-advisor platform.

Michael Bergeron is a CFP® professional at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Charles Schwab Bank since 2021. Prior to his financial career, his experience includes roles in legal services and several other industries. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary SMA portfolios, supported by a comprehensive operational structure and investment research.

Lori Sturgis is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience, currently with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX. Her prior work includes roles at CUSO Financial Services and multiple positions within Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank. 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 utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Marcus Leyva is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Austin, TX. His prior experience includes roles at Jjmack Group, LLC and Waddell & Reed, Inc., spanning over a decade. Leyva has a background in insurance through various carriers associated with W&R Insurance Agencies. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Andrew Draeger is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 credential and under two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab, Fidelity Investments, and client relations positions. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and research from Schwab’s Center for Financial Research.

Saina Yadlapalli is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2019 and previously worked at New York University from 2015 to 2019. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by providing brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans.

Marni Widen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Austin, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and eight years of industry experience. She also owns Marntoons, a digital art business creating and selling digital pieces for friends and family. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

Cecilio Urquiza Marquez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing based in Austin, TX. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has eight years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at EZCORP Texas EZPAWN LP dba EZMONEY Loan Services for twelve years. 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 offers both brokerage and advisory solutions grounded in research and modern portfolio theory.

Logan Clipp is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and 21 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. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement income planning and tax-aware withdrawal strategies supported by proprietary research and algorithmic tools.

Christopher Wieland is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and had a brief tenure at Tecovas in 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s approach combines quantitative screens and qualitative research supported by centralized due diligence and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Justin Masci is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2017 and previously had a one-year break in employment. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary financial planning and access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm is notable for its scale, integrated structure, and multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Javier Ramos II is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several firms including Independent Wealth Consultants and IWC Financial Planning. His background also includes roles outside finance at Home Depot and Walgreens. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, supported by extensive technology and a broad network of over 22,900 advisors.