Matthew Skicki is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, TEK Systems, Pegasus Trans Tech, and C.H. Robinson Worldwide. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary advisory services and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and central custody and operational infrastructure.

Zemen Mengesha is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple Charles Schwab entities since 2024. Prior to joining Schwab, Mengesha was involved with Year Up United and other organizations. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting 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 solutions supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Jonathan Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Merrill before joining LPL Financial in 2020. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a large network of advisors with diverse investment strategies.

Matthew Mc Donald is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Westlake, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has nine years of industry experience, including prior roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Charles Schwab Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he has worked as a food delivery driver for DoorDash. 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 both non-discretionary advisory relationships with client decision-making and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational structure.

Jenna Malone is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., among other financial firms. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm uses research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources to evaluate investment options within a diversified, modern portfolio theory framework.

Michael Fitts is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2016, including seven years 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 affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by centralized supervisory and custody arrangements.

Samuel Velarde is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as experience outside the financial sector at BlueSprig Pediatrics. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research, employs forward-looking capital market assumptions, and utilizes ESG frameworks in its recommendations.

Ellen Rheinlaender is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has been with Equitable Advisors since 2014, including its predecessor Axa Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she is a facilitator and group leader for We Mentor, a program supporting young women in their early careers through discussions on work-life balance, business etiquette, and financial goals. She is also a partner in Seebeck Enterprises LLC, involved in distributing the third edition of the book American Dream Women. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models and third-party asset managers, serving clients through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Tiffany Dao is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC from 2014 to 2017. 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 relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, employing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Edward Meinen is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 40 years of industry experience, including prior roles at American General Securities Incorporated, Sagepoint Financial, Inc., and OSAIC Services, Inc. Meinen also owns and operates Meinen Agency Inc., an independent insurance sales business. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm uses a model-based investment approach with tools for asset allocation and portfolio optimization, and it is notable for its scale, recent consolidation, and complex affiliate network.

Caitlin Kraft is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Fort Worth, TX. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird, she worked for the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District for 13 years. Outside of her advisory role, she is a passive investor in Salon Suite Solutions, LLC. She is part of the DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which advises individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The group provides customized consulting and portfolio services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, with a range of strategies from traditional to non-traditional investments.

Michelle Willingham is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Fort Worth, TX, where she has worked since 2013. She has 13 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Kimberly Mente is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2022, she worked at TDAmeritrade, Inc. for 11 years. Outside of her financial career, she is an owner of Retro Alley LLC, a custom graphics business that sells items such as t-shirts, tin signs, and stickers. 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, combining non-discretionary advice with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a range of alternative investments.

Joseph Herrera is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has experience with several firms including Miller George & Suggs and Equitable Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he has held roles in various businesses such as Sundown at Granada and Picoso's Mexican Kitchen. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services. The firm provides both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts via affiliated investment managers.

Abel Ranjel is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2015 in various roles. His experience at Fidelity includes positions such as Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and High Net Worth Service Associate, reflecting a progressive career focused on financial consulting and client relationship management. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Abel partners with local families to help them make informed financial decisions tailored to their individual goals and backgrounds. He is committed to ensuring that clients understand all available options to confidently make impactful decisions for their families. Outside of his professional role, Abel has interests in baseball, cooking and baking, football, parenthood, and pets.

Justin Townsend is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and its affiliated entities since 2007. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The program incorporates centralized due diligence and may include ESG considerations, with implementation supported by affiliates.

Colin Fuller is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2022. He focuses on helping clients create comprehensive financial plans aimed at building, preserving, and transitioning wealth. Colin works to understand the financial and personal goals of his clients and collaborates with them to develop strategies that support their objectives both now and in the future. Colin has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, progressing through roles including Investment Sales Associate, Regional Investment Consultant, and Investment Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant. His experience spans client advisory and investment consulting within the firm. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License, which supports his work in providing financial consultation and planning.

Thomas Kerwin is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and Charles Schwab Bank. Outside of advising, he is president of CTK Products LLC, an agriculture business. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Bryan Schmitke is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has been with Wells Fargo since 2026 and has prior experience at J.P. Morgan Securities and Jpmorgan Chase Bank. His background also includes roles outside the financial industry, including positions at Heb Grocery Company and Zanzibar Cattle Co. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that serves 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.

Michael Palmer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 12 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and BBVA Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and market models.