Sam Cook is a financial advisor at Fort Advisors Inc with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at AlphaStar Capital Management, LLC. Outside of investment advising, he serves as president of Regency Wealth Advisors, where he is involved in the sale of life, health insurance, and fixed annuities. Fort Advisors serves individual and high-net-worth clients with discretionary and non-discretionary asset management and financial planning. The firm commonly recommends third-party money managers and uses a multi-method investment approach tailored to individualized policy statements.

Jesse Anderson is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 65 license, with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Chronim Investments since 2005 and is based in Irving, TX. Outside of his advisory work, Anderson owns and operates several investment-related technology companies and a non-investment subscription management business. He is part of Snider Advisors, a four-advisor team that provides investment advisory and consulting services to individual and corporate clients. The firm employs a rules-based, income-oriented strategy known as the Snider Investment Method, combining systematic stock selection, option writing, and cash management, supported by proprietary screening tools and technology-enabled implementation options.

Gordon Cannoles is a financial advisor at Cannoles Asset Management, Inc. with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has operated his own CPA practice since 1983, providing bookkeeping and income tax services separate from his advisory role. Cannoles Asset Management offers discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individuals, families, and businesses, managing approximately $5.2 million across 14 accounts. The firm uses fundamental analysis and third-party research to implement equity, mutual fund, and bond strategies, with accounts managed on a discretionary basis and subject to client-imposed investment restrictions.

Richard Estes is a CFP® with 33 years of experience in financial advising. He is the president of Estes Financial Services, Inc., where he has worked since 2008, and also leads EFS Tax Strategies, focusing on tax planning. Estes co-authored a book on income and estate tax strategies. Estes Financial Services provides portfolio management, financial planning, and advisory services for individuals, business owners, and institutions. The firm uses a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach, offers discretionary and non-discretionary options, and frequently collaborates with co-advisors and third-party managers.

Michael Noel is a financial advisor with Taylor Stephens, Inc. in Coppell, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Nelson & Associates, Braymen, Lambert and Noel Securities Ltd., Credit Suisse Securities, and Pershing LLC. Outside of advising, he holds a minority equity stake in a telecommunications company and serves on the advisory board of a social media start-up. Taylor Stephens provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, managing assets through both discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Bradley Linch is a financial advisor with Linch Financial, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Linch Financial since 2013 and spent six years at First Western Securities, Inc. prior to that. Linch Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, including high-net-worth clients, and business entities with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management. The firm employs a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and uses both long- and short-term trading strategies, including the use of derivatives such as options and margin.

Richard Simon II is a financial advisor at Course 26, LLC in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 65 credential with less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Course 26, he held roles at Amazon Web Services, Cenith Innovations, and Lockheed Martin. Course 26, LLC serves primarily high-net-worth individuals and manages approximately $70.5 million, providing discretionary portfolio management for separately managed accounts and acting as investment manager to affiliated private funds. The firm uses proprietary rules to select U.S. stocks, bonds, ETFs, and other instruments, tailoring strategies that may include options, short selling, leverage, and derivatives.

Katherine Nolte is a financial advisor with Holland Investment Management, Inc. and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 24 years of industry experience, with prior roles at firms including Tamp Advisory Solutions, Trinity Portfolio Advisors, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Osaic FA. Outside of her advisory duties, she is involved in consulting through Pride Financial Consulting and serves as an insurance agent. Holland Investment Management provides fee-based, full-discretion investment advisory services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and trusts, managing around $64 million in client assets. The firm uses a Global Macro, top-down allocation approach across multiple asset classes and emphasizes wrap-fee accounts with no transaction costs, while also maintaining a 401(k) consulting practice.

Shaylor Smith is a financial advisor at Pro Capital Wealth Management with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Osaic Wealth for three years. Prior to his advisory career, he was affiliated with Bethesda Community Church for 13 years. Pro Capital Wealth Management provides portfolio management, pension consulting, and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, trusts, and employee benefit plans. The firm typically manages accounts on a discretionary basis using model portfolios and asset allocation strategies, while pension consulting is offered on a non-discretionary basis.

Davis Bourland is a financial advisor at AKG Financial Group in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 65 designation with 16 years of industry experience. He worked at Diesslin & Associates, Inc. for 13 years before joining AKG Financial in 2021. Outside of advising, Bourland serves as Chief Operating Officer for Virtuoso Travel, a luxury leisure travel company, and is a volunteer member of the Investment Committee on the Board of Directors for the University of North Texas Foundation. AKG Financial Group provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs a diversified investment approach that includes fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods, offering a range of traditional and alternative investment vehicles.

Eric Mc Mahan is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Integrity Financial Group in Fort Worth, TX. His prior roles include positions at OneAmerica Securities and Waddell & Reed, Inc. He also works as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed life and fixed annuities. Integrity Financial Group provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, including high net worth clients, and business entities. The firm primarily allocates client portfolios among third-party money managers and model portfolios, offering advisory services through the AssetMark platform.

Steven Early is a CFP® with 16 years of experience in financial advisory, currently serving at ClearPoint Wealth Management in Colleyville, TX. He founded and continues to operate the law firm Steven A. Early, P.C., where he focuses on estate planning, general legal advice, and elder law. Prior to joining ClearPoint, he spent 16 years at Steward Financial Group. ClearPoint Wealth Management provides investment management and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients. The firm combines passive and active investment strategies and offers discretionary portfolio management alongside limited-scope financial planning, with additional services such as basic estate planning and tax preparation available to qualified clients through independent third parties.

Lindsey Lee is a financial advisor at 9I Capital Group LLC with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has held roles at IP Financial Advisory Services LLC and Elevate Planning, where she is also Director of Operations. Outside of finance, she is the owner and creative director of Lindsey L33, LLC, a boutique creative content house, and serves as creative director at THNK1994. 9I Capital Group LLC provides advisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as businesses and retirement plans. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting, utilizing a combination of modern portfolio theory and various analytical approaches, alongside a distinctive subscription-based content service.

Tyler Wright is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Bluegrass Legacy Planning, where he has worked since 2025. His prior experience includes roles at Triad Advisors, Charles Schwab, and Edward Jones. Wright is also involved in fixed insurance sales as a secondary business activity. Bluegrass Legacy Planning offers financial planning and subscription coaching services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and businesses. The firm employs a multi-disciplinary analytical approach and focuses on delivering written financial plans and coaching engagements rather than managing assets directly.

Tina Hernandez is a financial advisor at Rival Capital Management, LLC with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at firms including SUB Saharan Opportunity Fund, Norcap Investment LP, and Tugar Capital Management. Rival Capital Management, LLC is a registered investment adviser that serves individual and high-net-worth clients through discretionary portfolio management and project-based financial planning. The firm tailors investment strategies to client objectives and maintains a small client base with a high account minimum.

Edward Farmer is a financial advisor with Solutions 4 Wealth in Southlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Solutions 4 Wealth since 2007 and is also associated with Advanced Planning Incorporated as an insurance agent. Solutions 4 Wealth is a team-based registered investment adviser that serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, partnerships, and private fund investors. The firm offers discretionary asset management through diversified, market-mirroring model portfolios with a buy-and-hold approach, ongoing portfolio monitoring, and financial planning services.

Christopher Scott is a financial advisor at Combs Capital Partners with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Combs Capital Partners since 2022. Prior to his advisory role, Scott has held operations management positions in the energy sector, including his current role at Energy Transfer where he manages assets, budgets, and personnel. Combs Capital Partners is a state-registered investment adviser managing approximately $59 million for around 100 clients. The firm offers active asset management, tailored portfolio services, and financial planning, employing a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to pursue long-term, model-based strategies aligned with client objectives.

Trent Schlauch is a financial advisor at Sundial Capital Management, L.P. with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones from 2007 to 2008. Schlauch has a minority partnership interest in a family-owned real estate services business with no active duties. Sundial Capital Management serves accredited and qualified investors through a private pooled vehicle, offering discretionary portfolio management that includes asset allocation, security selection, and fund reporting. The firm uses a flexible, research-driven strategy incorporating long-term positions, short selling, derivatives, and event-driven trades within a defined risk framework.

Justin Hunter is a CFA charterholder and financial advisor with six years of industry experience, currently serving at Ridgewood Wealth Management LLC since 2020. He also holds a non-investment role as Senior Director of Finance at HealthMarkets, Inc., where he has been employed since 2004. Ridgewood Wealth Management serves high-net-worth individuals and small businesses, providing tailored investment management and financial planning through an active management approach that includes ETFs, mutual funds, individual equities, and fixed-income instruments. The firm manages approximately $21.6 million in assets across a limited number of client relationships.

Brian Nerney is a financial advisor at Sundial Capital Management, L.P. with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been involved with multiple businesses concurrently, including roles at Fenix Parts, Schwizer RSG, RFJ Auto Partners, and others. Sundial Capital Management serves accredited and qualified investors through a private pooled investment vehicle, employing a flexible, research-driven strategy that combines long-term positions with the use of derivatives, short selling, and event-driven trades within a defined risk framework.