Carla Barron is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Wells Fargo Investments and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2001. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics.

John Thane is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Southlake, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors and is a past president of the Board of Trustees for Metroport Meals on Wheels. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency strategies to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm serves clients with significant investable assets and integrates advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Edgar Espitia is a Planning Consultant who works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans tailored to their unique goals and values. He focuses on building meaningful and lasting relationships to provide guidance suited to each stage of their financial journey. Edgar's approach aims to empower clients with clarity and confidence in their financial planning. Prior to his current role, Edgar gained experience at Fidelity Investments, where he served as an Investment Solutions Representative from 2023 to 2024 and as a Customer Relationship Advocate from 2022 to 2023. These positions provided him with a foundation in investment solutions and client relationship management.

Clint Spradlin is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2009. He has been with Fidelity for 16 years, focusing on partnering with clients and their families to create investment and financial plans aimed at helping them pursue their goals. Prior to his career in financial services, Clint served five years in the Marine Corps, where he was a presidential guard at the White House under President George W. Bush. Clint holds an Arkansas Insurance License and brings a disciplined approach to his financial consulting, drawing on his military background. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he is engaged in family activities and enjoys fishing, golf, and reflecting on his military service. Parenthood is also a significant part of his personal life.

Vicki Russell is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Bank and its affiliated clearing firm since 1999. 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 across a large network of advisors, providing both brokerage and advisory solutions with a focus on research-driven investment strategies.

Kasey Buckner is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2016 and has been associated with Granite Financial since 2000. Buckner serves as Vice President of Granite Benefits Inc., a corporation marketing fixed insurance products through independent vendors. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base that includes individual and institutional clients such as pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and supports discretionary and non-discretionary management through multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Hillery Emms is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Robert W. Baird since 2013. The DDK Group, part of Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients by providing financial planning, portfolio management, and brokerage services. The team customizes strategies using a mix of in-house and third-party managers, offering a range of traditional and non-traditional investment approaches.

Robert Venable is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at various Fidelity entities since 1999. 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 analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and also serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Tyler Grant is an advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He began his career in the financial industry in 2023 and joined Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he has experience working with BeeHive Homes of McKinney and previously worked in the food service and education sectors. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party analytics.

Stanley Schiewe is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera in Bedford, TX. He has held various roles at firms including Avantax, Northern Lights Distributors, Sierra Investment Management, and others. He also serves as a financial advisor with Roadmap Wealth Management, providing services such as retirement planning, estate planning, and investment portfolio reviews. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, leveraging multiple program structures and third-party managers.

Lydia Smith is a financial advisor at OSAIC with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors and Fidelity Investments. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a Senior Account Associate at K N & A, Inc., doing administrative work. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services emphasizing model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a variety of managed account programs.

Joshua Paigen is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing and previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC for seven years. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Antowon Shade is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has held positions at Cetera since 2025 and previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., J.P. Morgan Securities, and Fidelity Investments. Shade is based in Dallas, TX. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Kerry Knox is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he holds the title of Senior Vice President. He joined Merrill Lynch in 1999 following an 11-year career as a professional baseball player. Kerry brings a disciplined approach to financial advising, focusing on understanding each client's individual needs, concerns, and priorities. He specializes in personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, sports and entertainment, and retirement income. Kerry holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University, where he also played baseball for four years. In addition to his professional role, Kerry is involved in his community through volunteering with the Tara Sawyer Foundation. His personal interests include golfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Julius Dargai is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab in Fort Worth, TX. He has held positions with Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, and Legacy Protection Assurance, LLC since 2014. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the Board of Directors and as the Budapest, Hungary Chair for Fort Worth Sister Cities International and participates in similar roles with Sister Cities International and the Business Transitions Summit. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large clientele 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 combines non-discretionary advisory models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, leveraging multi-asset portfolios and centralized operational capabilities.

Dustin Alexander is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Southlake, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2006, with a two-year period at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Dade Lyons is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab, the Credit Union of Texas, and Eskimo Hut. Lyons also has experience working in educational and recreational settings such as the University of North Texas, Frassati Catholic High School, and The Woodlands Country Club. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed by internal and third-party managers.

Trevor Pennington is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with a Series 66 designation. He has been with Raymond James since 2025 and previously worked in the hospitality industry, including five years at Brinker International (Chilis). 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 broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Jackson Jarratt is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held positions at AT&T and Hilltop Securities, and he has also been involved in various roles related to Baylor University and Pinecove Christian Camps. 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 both model‑based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high‑net‑worth investors, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Valero is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Merrill and Charles Schwab, as well as positions in education at the University of Texas at Arlington and Tarrant County College. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.