Stephen Drake is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Allen, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked in educational settings including Grand Prairie ISD, Faith Family Academy, and Ector County ISD. 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 financial planning covering various topics, with the option to combine planning and managed-account services under a consolidated program called “WealthPlan.”

Davis Schroeder is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank since 2016, following a year at Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to deliver written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting.

David Robinson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles with RFG Wealth Advisory and INVEST Financial Corporation. Outside of advisory work, he is also active as an independent insurance agent specializing in life, accident, and health insurance. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Syed Hussain is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Plano, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors, Wells Fargo Bank, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is an owner and partner in two real estate businesses where he is involved in buying, holding, and renting properties. 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 searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. The firm supports its advisory process with centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through various regulatory registrations and affiliations.

Andrew Baldwin is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his role, he co-creates personalized financial plans with clients and their families, focusing on building trust and developing relationships with households. He aims to empower clients towards financial freedom and to build confidence in their financial plans. Andrew has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, beginning as a Financial Associate before becoming a Workplace Planning Consultant in 2018. His experience centers around financial planning and consulting within the workplace environment. Outside of his professional work, Andrew has personal interests that include baseball, cooking and baking, golf, hiking, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

David Askenase is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds multiple professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). David's approach centers on providing personalized investment and financial advice to entrepreneurs, young professionals, and individuals undergoing significant life transitions such as divorce or the loss of a spouse. David brings extensive experience to his role, having served for more than eight years as a Vice President and Financial Advisor at Bernstein Private Wealth in New York City and Dallas before joining Merrill. He works collaboratively with clients and their other trusted advisors on areas including trust and estate planning, business succession planning, and family engagement. His goal is to develop wealth strategies that align with clients' long-term business and family objectives. David earned a bachelor's degree from Baruch College. Beyond his professional work, he is actively involved in his community in Dallas, where he lives with his wife and two sons. He volunteers locally and serves as Secretary of 24HourDallas, a nonprofit focused on enhancing safety and inclusivity in Dallas nightlife. Additionally, he acts as Sponsorship Chair for the Association of Corporate Growth in Dallas-Fort Worth.

Eric Lull is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Plano, TX, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2022, as well as a period of study at Texas Tech University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates centralized due diligence with systematic quantitative and qualitative research and may include ESG considerations.

Curtis Oliff is a financial advisor with Merrill in Frisco, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to Merrill, he worked at Bank of America N.A., Synergy Wealth Solutions, Goldberg and Rich LLP, Rader Hospitality LLC, and the University of Missouri. He serves as a committee member on the Planned Giving Advisory Council for the American Red Cross St. Louis Area. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Marshall Kube is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2023. His prior experience includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank, Raymond James Financial, and Charles Schwab & Co. Outside of advising, he is involved in managing a rental property business through Kube V Investments LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, managing over $1 trillion in assets and operating a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Clint Wammack is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Allen, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2005. Wammack is also co-owner of WLWA, LLC, which supports his advisory business and team practice operations. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that include written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Matthew Steslow is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked across several roles at Vanguard since 2022, as well as prior positions at US Well Services, California Lutheran University, Keane Group, and Weatherford International. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary models to construct portfolios mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and serving a large client base through a combination of digital platforms and advisor support.

Frederick Leano is a Wealth Management Advisor and Merrill Resident Director based in the DFW area. He has lived in Frisco for over 17 years with his wife and three children. Frederick focuses on providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client's unique financial situation and goals. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and holds designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Frederick earned a Bachelor's Degree from Texas Tech University and is affiliated with the C&L Wealth Group. His expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management, retirement income strategies, portfolio management, small business strategies, and tax minimization. Frederick's approach begins with understanding clients' life priorities to create flexible, personalized financial plans. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys basketball, boxing, golfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Gary Grahnquist is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Allen, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports that incorporate Social Security options, tax-smart withdrawal strategies, and adaptive income planning. The firm combines research and modeling with a centralized consulting team to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice and offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Kristopher Field is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Allen, TX, holding Series 66, 63, and 65 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Hilltop Securities, PNC Investments, and BBVA Wealth Solutions. Outside of advisory work, he is associated with Kadens Collectibles LLC, a business not related to investment activities. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms.

Vladislav Glouchkov is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Plano, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include six years at JP Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank, as well as a one-year tenure at Thrivent Investment Management. He serves on the finance committee of University Presbyterian Church. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach and portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm manages a large client base through its digital platform and supported advisor team.

Brendan Carpenter is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. Prior to this, he served as a Central Relationship Manager from 2023 to 2024 and as a Customer Relationship Advocate from 2022 to 2023, both at Fidelity Investments. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors from 2016 to 2018. Brendan focuses on building meaningful and impactful relationships with clients, aiming to expand financial literacy and confidence to enable active participation in their financial journeys. He works closely with clients and communities to support their financial goals. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Brendan has personal interests in cars, fishing, golf, music, and outdoor adventures.

Conner Covington is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. He has been with Vanguard and its affiliated entities since 2021, following roles in various companies including American Glass and Tyson. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm employs a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach utilizing proprietary methodologies and primarily Vanguard funds and ETFs, managing a large client base through its extensive advisor network and digital platform.

Daniel Son is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2019. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, progressing through roles including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, Central Relationship Manager, Retirement Solutions Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, and Full Trader. As a Certified Financial Planner (TM), Daniel focuses on partnering with clients to understand their unique financial goals and developing clear, actionable financial plans tailored to their needs. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Daniel's personal interests include family activities, food, football, golf, music, and snowboarding.

Claire Eller is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Plano, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 31 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, including her current tenure starting in 2021 alongside JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their non-discretionary program emphasizes written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Christopher Rothe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in McKinney, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. Before joining LPL Financial in 2022, he worked at Edward Jones from 2016 to 2022. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios, using various strategies implemented by investment adviser representatives.