Susan Smith is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 14 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Avantax Insurance Services, Avantax Advisory Services, and First Command Advisory Services. Outside of her advisory work, she performs notary services in Texas and occasionally assists with front desk duties at a local vision clinic. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable organizations, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified investment management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers, discretionary and non-discretionary programs, and a variety of investment strategies.

Clayton Claunch is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, and has 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Harvest House Property Management, a company involved in short-term rental property sub-leasing. Merrill offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional fiduciaries, with investment strategies implemented by Managed Account Advisors LLC and supported by Merrill’s Chief Investment Office.

Emily Corona is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022 and has prior work experience in various roles outside the financial industry, including ownership of a coffee bar. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves both retail and institutional investors and is noted for its advisory roles with registered investment companies and use of systematic investment methodologies.

Richard Marino is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2013 and at Charles Schwab Bank since 2026. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Erica Estes is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been employed since 2020. She has progressed through several roles within the company, starting as a Workplace Planning Associate, advancing through Workplace Planning Consultant levels I to III, and then serving as a Financial Consultant I before assuming her current position in 2024. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Erica works with individuals and families to develop, implement, and maintain financial plans aimed at addressing their current needs and future objectives. She focuses on creating personalized financial strategies to help clients achieve financial stability and long-term success. Outside of her professional work, Erica enjoys camping, cooking and baking, gardening, kayaking, and spending time with her pets.

Dakoda Trull is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity, a role held since 2025. Prior to this, Dakoda progressed through several positions within Fidelity, including Investment Solutions Representative II in 2024-2025, Investment Solutions Representative I in 2023, and Client Relationship Advocate from 2022 to 2023. In the course of this experience, Dakoda assists clients in defining and advancing their financial goals by understanding their individual stories and aspirations. This collaborative approach aims to develop custom investment strategies and financial plans tailored to clients' specific needs.

Dodge Brown is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX. He has worked previously at Edward Jones and Fidelity Investments. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Whitney Baker is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Charles Schwab Bank, and TD Ameritrade. Prior to her financial services career, she was employed at Rockwall High School for two years. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through Schwab Wealth Advisory’s wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm provides a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options supported by Schwab’s in-house research and centralized operational structure.

Martin Durbin is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Avantax Investment Services and 1st Global Advisors and is president of several related entities, including Aperture Wealth Management and a CPA firm. He is also involved in agricultural and ranching operations through Stag Horn Ranch LLC and Durbin Enterprises, Inc., and serves as a board member for the Envision Mineral Wells Foundation, a nonprofit focused on community and economic development. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party money managers, providing a range of investment options and program structures.

Philip Kendall is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 66 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2009. Kendall serves on the boards of the Dallas Fort Worth CFA Society and the Mosshaven Elementary Dad's Club. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab offers a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Juliann Vidaurri is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Arlington, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, including roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, using a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, fund advisory, and model portfolios, with distinctive capabilities in commodity pool operations and application of AI-driven methodologies.

John Ryan is a Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the industry in 1989 after a brief career as a floor trader at the Chicago Mid-American Exchange and has since worked extensively in family wealth management, focusing on complex financial problem solving, tax minimization, and legacy planning. John and his team strive to develop deep client relationships by providing customized services that emphasize tax efficiency and risk minimization to support both wealth building and preservation processes. John holds multiple FINRA registrations, including Series 3, 7, 63, and 65, along with the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Texas Christian University and has been practicing as a wealth management advisor in the Fort Worth area for over 40 years. He is also proficient in English, French, and Spanish. John resides in Fort Worth with his wife Amy Boyd Ryan and their two children. His personal interests include fishing, hiking, reading, running, traveling, language learning, karate, and wine collecting. He has been involved with the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History as a former member of the Board of Trustees and participates with the First Presbyterian Church of Fort Worth.

Kirsten Sedino is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she was involved in the restaurant industry as an officer responsible for marketing at Meat U Anywhere Management LLC for ten years. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and consulting for retail and institutional investors.

Vincent Bowery is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 8 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His background includes service in the United States Navy from 2013 to 2017 and roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2017. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio construction. The firm employs proprietary research combined with quantitative and algorithmic methods, and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Fabrice Onomo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America, Merrill, Best Buy, Heliana's Pharmacy, and the Department of Public Health Cameroon. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Kelly Bevis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2016, Bevis worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Bevis serves as a finance committee member for United Community Centers and is the treasurer for the National Charity League Fort Worth Chapter. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of investment options, notably insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Richard Hammond is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Symonds Wealth Management, Principal Securities Inc., Moloney Securities Co., Inc., Alexander Capital LP, and EDI Financial, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is associated with Hammond Asset Management, Inc. and Pine Bark Timberland, LLC, both non-investment-related business entities. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and proprietary research.

Casey Nace is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and Chase 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 models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and incorporates a formal alternative-investment onboarding process.

John Bator is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2021 and previously spent 15 years at Century Management. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Anthony Niehaus is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes a decade at Nationstar Mortgage LLC and a year with Garland Independent School District. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory services.