Alexander Cassidy is a CFP® and Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with six years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2018, serving clients from Austin, TX. Prior to his current role, he held positions at The Pennsylvania State University and in golf course operations. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, providing a blend of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm’s integrated structure combines advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash management services.

Jessica Targett is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she works part-time as an assistant to an officer at NuSpine Chiropractic in Leander, Texas. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market scenario modeling.

Joshua Levinson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he worked in various roles including at ClassUp and Power Home Remodeling. 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, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Jennifer Salmon is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS Financial Services since 2017 and previously held a position at Morgan Stanley from 2015 to 2017. Jennifer holds the Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Adam Kurak is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and its affiliated Charles Schwab Bank since 2014 and 2016, respectively. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, mainly 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, using multi-asset model portfolios supported by due diligence from its Center for Financial Research.

Alexandria Rosa is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX. She holds the Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab and Space Cables LLC, as well as community involvement with Lake Travis United Methodist Church. LPL Financial is a national network serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research from various sources.

Pamela Staples is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill for ten years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in an investment-related activity as the sole proprietor of a rental property business in Austin, Texas. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and utilizes structured financial planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Jennifer Pittman is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services and Edward Jones, as well as over a decade as an independent contractor. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Rouse High School Raider Golf Booster Club, acting as Treasurer and Tournament and Merchandise Director. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base—including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities—and offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by various portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Emily Russell is a CFP® professional associated with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, with nine years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at University Federal Credit Union and CUSO Financial Services, LP before joining LPL Financial in 2025. Outside of her advisory work, she is a business owner of Russell's Customs Airsoft LLC and serves as a volunteer assistant swimming coach at Southwestern University. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a wide range of financial planning and advisory programs, with investment management supported by various model portfolios, research resources, and alternative strategies.

Gloria Velasquez Romero is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entity since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on clients approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research and modeling to provide tailored, written recommendations on income, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies.

Timothy Krudwig is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Cedar Park, TX, and has 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of Krudwig Holdings, LLC, a holding company for real estate investments. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Duncan Peightal is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and experience starting in 2018. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and Walgreens. Merrill, along 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 investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Ian Withem is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, holding a CFP® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has five years of industry experience, including prior roles at TD Ameritrade and eToro USA. 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 combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Saskia Hamner is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, progressing through positions including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. In her current position, she leverages Fidelity's planning-based approach to work closely with clients, building comprehensive financial plans tailored to their goals. Saskia holds a California Insurance License, enabling her to provide informed advice on insurance-related financial matters. She emphasizes building client relationships characterized by compassion and diligence, aiming to empower clients to take control of their financial futures. Outside of her professional work, Saskia enjoys activities such as football, golf, spending time at the lake, caring for pets, and skiing.

Max Rodriguez is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at USAA Financial Advisors and related entities from 2007 to 2018. Rodriguez operates Genesis Wealth Management, an affiliated business connected to his LPL practice. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and diverse investment strategies.

Christian Torres Oakes is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Austin, TX, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Apple and a restaurant, and he assists his father with plumbing work outside of his advisory duties. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, providing a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, financial planning, and brokerage services.

Michael Bayer III is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving at MassMutual Investors Services since 2017. He previously worked at Metlife Securities and has been associated with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Bayer is president and owner of Rocky Mountain Review, a CFP Board Approved Exam Review and continuing education business, and is active as a contributing writer, host, and speaker. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes ongoing collaborative planning relationships, utilizing advanced software tools to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Michael Calvin is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at Covenant Investments, LP in Austin, Texas. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Their planning process employs firm-approved tools and modeling methods, providing advisory services without individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Ethan Gilbert is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with seven years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Austin, TX. His prior experience includes roles at OSAIC, FSC Securities Corporation, Aspiriant LLC, and several other firms. Outside of advising, he has worked as a paraplanner at ANFS, Inc., assisting with client information gathering and financial plan preparation. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven strategies.

James Wynes is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Austin, TX, bringing three years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Risk Services of Louisiana, Wynes Insurance Agency, and Aflac. He is also associated with Tonya Wynes, LLC, an insurance business in Austin. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients across a large nationwide network. The firm offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.