Sahar Shakeri is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and RBC Capital Markets. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jessyca Miller is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with LPL Financial since 2015, following three years at PNC Managed Account Solutions, Inc. She is involved in insurance-related activities through several affiliated entities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and participant-level retirement advice.

Christopher Sepe is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles in the transportation and travel sectors at firms such as KLLM Transport Services and EXTENDED Travel. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios. The firm is notable for its use of algorithmic methods and AI in research and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Luke Zaskoda is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in real estate as a licensed realtor representing buyers and sellers in residential transactions. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients using a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its involvement with registered investment companies, use of systematic methodologies, and formal advisory role in model portfolio delivery.

Ryan Williams is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at TD Ameritrade and Enterprise Holdings. Charles Schwab 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 mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a structured approach to alternative investments.

Parker Smith is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where they have been working since 2026. Parker collaborates with clients to provide comprehensive planning aimed at achieving financial independence through personalized wealth and retirement strategies. Parker has extensive experience within Fidelity Investments, having held various roles since 2016. These positions include Investment Management Consultant III, II, and I, Investment Solutions Representative, and Financial Representative. This progression highlights Parker's experience in investment management and client service within the financial sector. Outside of their professional work, Parker's personal interests include camping, family activities, golf, pets, and snowboarding.

James Lipari is a CFP® certified financial advisor with 35 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2015 and previously worked at Merrill and Osaic FA, Inc. Lipari serves on the Big Brother Big Sisters of Kansas City Alumni Board of Directors and advises a small family-run hydroponic farm. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers a wide range of capital markets services.

Heather Borges is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Il Bracco, Hudson House, Bullion, and Victor Tangos. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and serves as an adviser to multiple registered investment companies with established governance procedures.

Erica Reidel is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2017. Prior to that, she was employed at McDowell Label. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including managed portfolios and advisory work for registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and is noted for its use of systematic methodologies and AI in its investment process.

Abuhena Hares is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2019, including a prior role at Swarthmore College. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Judith Polak is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 25 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones and Prospera Financial Services, with over a decade at Prospera before joining LPL Financial in 2020. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Tyler Raben is Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. He leads a team of advisors focused on educating clients about various wealth planning strategies. Tyler works directly with clients to develop personalized plans that address their specific financial needs and goals, including asset growth and protection, income generation, and legacy planning. Tyler has been with Fidelity Investments since 2009, progressing through roles such as VP, Regional Planning Consultant; Vice President, Financial Consultant; Financial Consultant; Investment Consultant; Retirement Relationship Manager; Investment Solutions Representative; and Financial Representative. This extensive experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of financial consulting and retirement planning. No information regarding Tyler's education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement was provided.

Randy Odom is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 39 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory work, he has a 50% ownership interest in mineral rights in Morgan Hill, Texas. Wells Fargo Advisors serves individuals, trusts, and institutions by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Bo Lamar is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 designations. His prior work experience includes roles at Renegade Well Services, Diamondback Energy, Taurex Drill Bits, and FDL/Devon Energy. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their approach focuses on non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Debra Faller is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 7 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018, having worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2005. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Mary Severin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She worked at Merrill for 20 years before joining her own practice briefly, then Morgan Stanley in 2026. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and investment models as part of its financial planning process.

Olivia Daley is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Peloton, Chipotle, DoorDash, Buffalo Wild Wings, Victoria's Secret, Target, and Panera Bread. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company where she is employed, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across a broad investable universe, and it offers model portfolios through intermediary platforms.

Brandon Schifferdecker is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, and TD Ameritrade. 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 mix of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a large-scale, integrated operational platform.

Trevor Lucky is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. His prior background includes roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, the University of Texas at Austin, and Liberty Tax Service. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable and registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios, with a noted focus on model portfolios, sub-adviser oversight, and incorporation of advanced technologies such as AI in its investment process.

Robert Towns is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. In addition to his advisory role, he is the CEO of The Towns Group, an advertising and marketing business operating remotely. 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 combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic portfolio construction, delivering model portfolios and managing funds with oversight and systematic methodologies.