Richard Lee Jr. is a CFP® and CFA® with 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Lee Financial Corporation since 2010. He serves on the board of directors of Wynne/Jackson Inc., a real estate development firm, although he has not been active in this role for several years. Lee Financial Company, LLC provides fee-only financial planning and portfolio management services to individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm employs a team-based model focusing on tailored portfolios and also acts as investment adviser to private pooled investment vehicles.

Matthew Marcello is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at United Capital Financial Advisors. His prior roles include nine years at Apexium Financial LP and ten years at Purshe Kaplan Sterling. He is also an insurance agent licensed to sell life, health, and annuity products. United Capital Financial Advisors provides national financial planning and discretionary investment management to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth households, retirement plans, and corporate or institutional accounts. The firm offers customized investment strategies and supports various portfolio options, including ESG and faith-based investments, while also providing technology and practice platforms for independent advisors.

Gilbert Herrick Jr. is a financial advisor at Momentum Independent Network Inc. in Dallas, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Momentum Independent Network since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee of Wilshire Baptist Church. Momentum Independent Network Inc. provides investment advisory, portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services to individuals, corporate and institutional clients, and retirement plans. The firm offers a range of managed account programs and integrates broker-dealer operations with banking and municipal advisory services within the Hilltop group.

Marc Liberman is a financial advisor at Aegis Capital Corp. with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Merrill, Morgan Stanley, B. Riley Wealth Advisors, and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Aegis Capital Corp. provides investment advisory and related financial services to individual and corporate clients, offering asset management, financial planning, brokerage, annuities, insurance, and occasional investment banking services. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and a FINRA-member broker-dealer, with a notable emphasis on non-discretionary client relationships.

Hameem Shah is a financial advisor at Ally Invest Advisors with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Ally Invest Securities and as a self-employed advisor prior to joining his current firm. Ally Invest Advisors provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through web-based and virtual solutions, offering services such as ETF-based Robo Portfolios and Financial Advisor-delivered Personal Advice built on model portfolios with multiple risk tiers.

Jorge Espinoza is a financial advisor with Ally Invest Advisors in Lewisville, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Ally Invest Advisors and Ally Invest Securities, as well as positions at TIAA, Bank of America, Merrill, and Chase Bank. Ally Invest Advisors provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through web-based solutions and virtual interactions. The firm uses model portfolios based on Modern Portfolio Theory across multiple risk tiers and offers services including automated investing and personalized financial advice.

Jennifer Armstrong is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Lee Financial Corporation since 1997. Lee Financial Company provides fee-only financial planning and discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management to a range of clients including individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm operates with a team-based model centered on its WholeVision™ planning framework and manages both traditional portfolios and affiliated private partnerships.

Aidan Bonner is a financial advisor at Quotient Wealth Partners, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation. He joined the firm in 2024 and has experience working in various roles including positions at Lazy Dog and Miami University. Quotient Wealth Partners advises individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans across both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning, consulting, and wealth management services using diversified investment strategies implemented primarily through ETFs, mutual funds, individual securities, and third-party managers.

Alexandra Smith is a financial advisor at Cain, Watters & Associates, LLC with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at KPMG LLP for five years. Cain, Watters & Associates, LLC provides financial planning, retirement planning, and investment management services primarily to individuals, trustees, and plan sponsors, with a focus on dental healthcare professionals. The firm offers a range of solutions including comprehensive financial planning, ERISA plan advisory, and managed account strategies, supported by affiliations with a bank and related investment and accounting entities.

Donald Viergever is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license with two years of industry experience. He is currently with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC and previously worked at Goldman Sachs and United Capital Financial Advisers. Viergever also has a background that includes roles at Texas A&M University and Texas A&M Rec Sports. Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC provides investment advisory services through a network of independent advisors and multi-advisor teams, serving individual and institutional clients. The firm manages a broad range of investment products and offers discretionary and non-discretionary account options along with specialized services such as annuity subaccount and 529 plan management.

Joseph Martinez Jr. is a CFA® charterholder with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Krilogy since 2023. Prior to joining Krilogy, he worked at Phlox Capital Management, LLC for eight years. He also provides voluntary, non-compensated investment advisory consultation to a hospital retirement plan committee. Krilogy serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, retirement plans, family offices, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term investment philosophy with tactical adjustments and offers a range of services such as portfolio management, financial planning, and corporate retirement plan consulting.

Bret Hackett is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving at Merit Financial Advisors. His career includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investment, LPL Financial, H.D. Vest Advisory Services, Fidelity, and Equitable Advisors. He also serves as Treasurer for Glory to God Baseball Inc., a charitable non-profit organization. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team SEC-registered firm that provides asset management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and employee financial-wellness programs to individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, ESOPs, and other institutional clients. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach with a combination of in-house management and third-party sub-advisers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account arrangements.

Carleigh Seesing is a financial advisor at Hilltop Securities Inc. in Dallas, TX. She holds the Series 66 designation and has six years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining Hilltop Securities, she worked various roles including positions at Missouri State University, Springfield Brewing Co, Platinum Hair Salon, and Circle 7 Ranch. Hilltop Securities serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients through investment advisory and broker-dealer services, offering managed account programs, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory. The firm provides an open-architecture platform combining third-party and firm-sponsored strategies, with notable capabilities in custody, banking, and municipal bond offerings.

Christian Yoss is a CFP®-designated financial advisor at Simon Quick Advisors, LLC with 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at firms including JPMorgan Securities LLC, Goldman Sachs & Co LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks, United Capital Financial Advisers LLC, and TIAA. Yoss is based in Dallas, TX. Simon Quick Advisors serves individuals, families, pension and nonprofit entities, endowments, and foundations by offering wealth management, investment consulting, and financial planning. The firm employs a multi-manager approach combining proprietary quantitative analysis and due diligence, and distinguishes itself through fund sponsorship, tax-return preparation, and a range of administrative services.

Craig Damico is a financial advisor at Quotient Wealth Partners, LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs and United Capital Financial Advisors. Quotient Wealth Partners serves individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans, offering financial planning, consulting, and wealth management services. The firm utilizes tailored investment programs incorporating ETFs, mutual funds, individual securities, and third-party managers, with a focus on diversified, factor-tilted allocations and tax-aware strategies.

Belle Harris is a financial advisor at M Holdings Securities, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade. M Holdings Securities, Inc. serves a wide range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, through a nationwide network of independent firms. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services such as discretionary investment management, retirement plan consulting, and financial planning, supported by ongoing monitoring and use of third-party sub-advisors and platform providers.

Leslie Benge is a financial advisor at Advisor Resource Council with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including LPL Financial, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Citigroup Global Markets. In addition to her advisory role, she is active as a licensed real estate broker with Homes In Sync Realty Services. Advisor Resource Council is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm combines artificial intelligence with fundamental analysis to offer model and separately managed account strategies, as well as customized solutions like option-based strategies.

Marc Whitehead is a financial advisor at Level Four Advisory Services with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. In addition to his advisory work, Whitehead serves on the advisory board of the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation, a nonprofit organization supporting marine research. Level Four Advisory Services is an enterprise investment adviser managing approximately $5.32 billion across 115 advisors and over 13,800 client relationships. The firm serves a diverse client base, offering fee-only financial planning, asset management, and retirement plan advisory services through tailored strategies and a combination of internal and third-party portfolio management.

Aidan Wright is a financial advisor at SageSpring Wealth Partners with a Series 65 designation. He has recently started his career in the industry, joining SageSpring in 2026. Prior to this, he held positions at various firms including Fisher SMB and Bright Mosaic. SageSpring Wealth Partners serves a diverse client base ranging from individual households to institutional investors, providing discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach includes tailored portfolios that utilize a variety of asset classes and manager relationships, supported by fundamental and technical analysis and ongoing oversight.

Deborah Cornes is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Facet. Her prior experience includes roles at Baker Avenue Asset Management, EPIQ Capital Group, and Fidelity Investments. Outside of finance, she has worked in community and recreational settings including the YMCA of the Rockies and Camp Mystic for Girls. Facet Wealth offers subscription-based financial planning and discretionary investment management to individuals, utilizing model-based asset allocations with a focus on exchange-traded funds and technology-driven processes. The firm serves a broad client base through phone, video, and a proprietary web platform, emphasizing an integrated planning approach across its multi-advisor team.