James Williams is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2026, he worked at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA from 2023 to 2025 and has a long tenure with Campus Crusade for Christ from 2001 to 2022. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Luis Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Charles Schwab & Co for six years, along with roles at AdvisorAssist, LLC and the Texas Department of Insurance. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a rental property in Corpus Christi, TX. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable and municipal entities. The firm offers tailored financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by extensive research, multiple portfolio management styles, and municipal advisory services.

Carlos Chinchilla is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with Charles Schwab and its affiliates since 2015, including a current role at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, using multi-asset model portfolios and an integrated platform of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Shannon Taylor is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses, with 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, Taylor worked at University Federal Credit Union, CUSO Financial Services, and The Prudential Insurance Company of America, among other firms. In addition to advisory work, Taylor is also an author. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by tools such as machine learning for operational purposes.

Austin Locklear is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in assisting entrepreneurs and families with comprehensive financial strategies aimed at protecting, growing, and transferring their wealth. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement planning, small business strategies, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Austin holds a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and a master's degree from the Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. He is licensed as a Life Accident and Health Insurance Agent and holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations. Fluent in English and Spanish, Austin is committed to building strong relationships with his clients to help them address critical financial decisions. Originally from Dallas, Texas, Austin attended Trinity Christian Academy. He currently resides in West Austin with his spouse and three children and enjoys golf in his personal time.

David Ackel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he spent 16 years at Next Financial Group, Inc. He also owns and operates David Ackel Auctions, a business he has been involved with since 1989. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual investors, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research and operational tools.

Mark Boriskin is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at BBVA Wealth Solutions, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Investments. Outside of finance, he is involved as an owner and partner of a competitive BBQ team and food seasoning business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a structured, non-discretionary program.

James Smith Sr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Royal Alliance Associates, INC., Sii, MML Investors Services, LLC, MassMutual Life Insurance Co, and Edward Jones. He also owns a sole proprietorship offering life insurance quotes and strategies. OSAIC serves a diverse client base that includes retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning and investment services through a multi-advisor platform, emphasizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization.

Miguel Zorrilla is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of Southwestern University, where he is involved with the Fiscal Affairs, Student Affairs, and Investment Committees and currently chairs the Fiscal Affairs Committee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research from its Global Investment Committee.

Jay Laflair is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2010. Outside of his financial advisory work, he owns and operates a batting cage where he provides baseball lessons to children on weekends. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and utilizes structured discovery processes and firm‑approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Alberto Padilla Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Bank, NA since 2022 and previously held positions at Lincoln Heritage Insurance Company and Genmark Diagnostics. Outside of his advisory role, he created and managed TikTok video content. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 advisors and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics.

Otto Gindler is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with three years of industry experience. He is currently associated with Cetera and concurrently works as a Senior Tax Accountant at Gindler, Chappell, Morrison & Company. He also serves as Treasurer and Executive Committee Member for the nonprofit Austin Sunshine Camps. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with multiple program structures and diverse investment solutions.

William Fox is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Round Rock, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and having 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and First Allied Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is managing partner of The Fox Alliance Tax Advisors, LLC, which provides tax preparation and accounting services, and he is involved in mortgage brokerage through Fox Mortgage Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Mark Thannisch is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Prudential Equity Group prior to joining Raymond James & Associates in 2022. Outside of advising, he serves as CEO of HCT Cattle Company, an agricultural business based in Austin, Texas. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse clientele including individuals, institutional and pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Stephen Barry is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he held various roles including time in education and positions at several companies such as Misho's Oyster Company and Leif Johnson Truck City Ford. 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 affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Laura Mitchell is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she manages Your My Boy Blue LLC, where she coordinates client events and handles various operational and administrative tasks. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to tailor retirement income plans, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Michael Truss is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Cedar Park, TX, and has one year of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones, he worked at Laurie's Cafe and was involved with Milwood Baptist Church and Christ Chapel Bible Church. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large national network of advisors and branches.

Rachel Jensen is a financial advisor with Merrill in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, Jensen serves as a director of Spearfish Investments, Inc., a corporation associated with the Office Evolution franchise in which her spouse is president. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of individual and institutional investors.

Ryan O’Hare is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Austin, TX. He holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at SThree and as an independent contractor, along with various positions at educational institutions and in retail. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs. The firm’s approach involves assessing client information and risk tolerance to match clients with suitable program models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Fernanda Quinete Vezina is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones for six years before joining Wells Fargo in 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she owns UVAIA CO, a social media and lifestyle shipping service based in Austin, TX. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a large network of advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.