Fernando Ruiz Puig is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments in 2025, he worked at The House Fort Worth and has held roles in retail and education. Outside of finance, he was involved with Grow Plant Shop and Dwell Coffee and Biscuits. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, using a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, formal advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and integration of AI-driven research tools.

Adam Rowell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held positions at the University of North Texas, ClubCorp, and Home Depot. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a charitable gift fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Andy Brachey is the Director, Executive Services Officer at Fidelity Investments. In his current role, he ensures that participants are fully educated on their equity compensation and assists with complex transactional support in a manner compliant with regulations. He also serves as a liaison for broader Fidelity services outside of company equity programs. Andy has been with Fidelity Investments since 2014, progressing through various positions including Brokerage Consultant, Workplace Planning & Guidance Associate, and Financial Associate, which have provided him with extensive experience in equity compensation and financial services.

Brendan Reiss is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he held positions at several organizations including Phalanx Investment Partners and International Process Plants. He also has experience working at Eagle's Landing Day Camp in multiple years. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment process that integrates fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jesse Davison is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2017 and previously spent four years at CFD International. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning across various topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option, while keeping planning and portfolio management services separate.

Alan Fisher is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. His previous positions include roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Persei LLC. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios consisting of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Anthony Zaleski is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 65 designations and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at PCC Search, LLC and held positions in the retail food industry. He works at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jacqueline West is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of family rental properties in Texas. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

George Rabel is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at American Airlines, Cetera, Charles Schwab, and Axa Advisors. Outside of advising, he is involved with Flagship Financial Group, a DBA related to his LPL business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by technology tools.

Corey Vance is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes a year at Northwestern Mutual and ongoing service in the U.S. Army since 2018. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including advisory for registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Grayson Stidham is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he served as a Planning Consultant from 2021 to 2023 and as a Financial Representative from 2019 to 2021 within the same organization. Grayson is a Certified Financial Planner™ and holds an MBA. His areas of focus include retirement planning, investing, and estate planning considerations. Grayson works with clients to help guide them toward their financial futures. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in fitness, museums, outdoor adventures, running, and theater.

Barton Jefferys is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His career includes prior roles at Empower and Prudential Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he assists with light bookkeeping and operations at the Jefferys Family Farm in Alabama. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across a range of investment vehicles.

Ruben Perea is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Fidelity since 2020, along with earlier roles in the hospitality and education sectors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Joshua Sulak is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He collaborates with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their individual needs, aiming to help them feel confident in their financial decisions. Joshua has experience in various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Director Retirement Planner from 2023 to 2025, Retirement Planner from 2022 to 2023, Retirement Representative in 2022, and Customer Relationship Advocate from 2021 to 2022. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Joshua enjoys board games, cooking and baking, family activities, exploring food as a foodie, football, and parenthood.

Brent Mc Ilvain is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Southlake, TX, with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Grant McGuire is a CFP® and CFA® with 11 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing and previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2016 to 2024. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm follows an IPS-driven advisory process based on modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Michael Brown is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2018. Outside of finance, he is involved in television acting in Fort Worth, Texas. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm’s investment approach combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, serving a broad range of investors through diverse strategies.

Jennifer Shields is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1991. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Lourcey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Cetera and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., as well as managing his own advisory practice through Walton Lourcey Wealth Advisors. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a broad network of investment adviser representatives.

Ryan Marquardt is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience currently at Fidelity. He has held various roles within Fidelity Investments and its affiliates since 2007. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and serves as an adviser to multiple registered investment companies.