Stephanie Derosier is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities, as well as Bank of America. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Wen Chen is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing experience since 2012 in helping clients develop personalized financial strategies. Wen focuses on understanding clients' objectives, goals, and risk tolerance, offering guidance in areas including retirement income planning, college education planning, divorce transition, family wealth management strategies, legacy and LGBT wealth planning, small business strategies, and tax minimization. Wen aims to provide clear communication and strategies that seek to maximize returns while minimizing portfolio risk. Wen holds a Master of Business Administration with a finance concentration and a Master of Science in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, as well as a bachelor's degree from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Pharmacology. Wen has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is affiliated with the US-China Chamber of Commerce. Beyond professional commitments, Wen participates in community involvement through the Association of Chinese Professionals in DFW and volunteers with nonprofit organizations. Personal interests include cooking, dancing (ballet and ballroom), hiking, painting, woodworking, traveling, and spending time with family. Wen’s approach emphasizes working one-on-one with clients to create financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals.

Chiedza Kamhere is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Chiedza worked at Bank of America, N.A., Uber Technologies, Chase Bank, and ZB Bank. Outside of advising, Chiedza works part-time as a delivery driver for Uber. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Stephanie Wooldridge is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Arlington, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and offering 18 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member and treasurer for the Garner Fine Arts Academy PTA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a select group of Wealth Advisors, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations and offers distinctive regulatory registrations that support broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Autumn Broussard is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Raymond James and Washington & Associates, LLC. Her background also includes positions outside the financial industry and roles at Texas State University and Lamar University. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Don Marable is a CFP® professional at Edward Jones with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones in Fort Worth, TX since 2004. 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 strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies and separately managed accounts, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Jackson Hale is a Financial Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2024. He focuses on creating customized financial experiences for families in and around Fort Worth, providing education, resources, and guidance to support their financial goals. Jackson's professional experience includes roles at Fidelity Investments and Charles Schwab & Co. At Fidelity, he progressed from Financial Consultant I to Financial Consultant. His tenure at Charles Schwab & Co spanned from 2019 to 2024, where he served as Financial Consultant Academy participant, Investment Consultant, and Vice President-Financial Consultant. Outside of his professional work, Jackson enjoys family activities, football, hiking, parenthood, running, and skiing.

Braden Givens is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC with five years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at The Rudd Company, LPL Financial, and Armstrong Purselley Wealth Management Group, among others. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services with an investment approach that emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by multiple programs and platforms.

Peter Reaka is a CFP® with over 31 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a one-third owner of a real estate business in South Padre Island, TX. 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, including tailored financial planning, utilizing firm-approved tools and methodologies without providing individual security recommendations as part of its standalone planning services.

Scott Byrd is a CFP® with 24 years of experience in the financial industry, currently serving at Ameriprise since 2005. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in Bedford, TX. Byrd serves on the board of directors for the Fort Worth YMCA. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Richard Baker is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 27 years of experience, currently with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, LLC, since 1999. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with the First Baptist Church Keller as a member of the Ministry Plan/Budget Committee and has a small entrepreneurial interest in a business called Table Toys. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm uses a range of advisory models and third-party program sponsors, providing a variety of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Nicholas Workman is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he held roles at Deep Ellum Logistics Corp, where he served as president, Bell Helicopter, Tarrant County College, and Lockheed Martin. He is also a board member and campaign chair for the Ryan Family YMCA in Fort Worth, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors.

Elizabeth Le is a Benefits & Planning Consultant specializing in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments. She has been with Fidelity since 2022, progressing through roles as a Retirement Specialist and Workplace Planning & Advice Consultant before assuming her current position in 2026. In her role, Elizabeth focuses on ensuring that planning needs are met with high standards by identifying unique goals, addressing inefficiencies, and working toward successfully meeting objectives. Her experience spans benefits planning and retirement consulting within the investment services sector. Outside of her professional work, Elizabeth has interests in art, hiking, museums, outdoor adventures, and yoga.

Paige Waldron is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previous work experience at Raymond James & Associates, ACA Global, and DRMP. Outside of her financial advisory role, she operates a dog sitting business in her home. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools, incorporating broad investment research and modeling techniques.

Jason Roach is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Arlington, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC and Cambridge Investment Research Inc. He has received royalties from oil and gas production through interests in Sage Natural Resources and TotalEnergies E&P Barnett USA, LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a network of approximately 23,701 advisors and over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Jerald Cooperman is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Ameriprise since 2011. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset criteria, providing detailed written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis with algorithmic automation to deliver personalized planning while emphasizing funds from affiliated firms.

Wesley Roland is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with OSAIC since 2016 and also operates Wesley A. Roland, P.C., a firm providing tax and accounting services, since 1997. Roland serves on the boards of multiple charitable foundations focused on education and community support. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with tools for asset allocation and portfolio optimization, and it is notable for its large scale, complex affiliate network, and private-equity ownership.

Christopher Roberts is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2003, including its predecessor Axa Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he has participated as a movie and series extra. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing a range of proprietary and third-party investment models and solutions.

Madeline Prater is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Before joining Raymond James in 2025, she worked in various roles with the City of Southlake from 2017 to 2025 and attended the University of Oklahoma from 2013 to 2017. She is also involved in political activity with the City of Euless. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base—including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities—and offers a range of financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Jarriet Bluitt is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including Stifel Independent Advisors, Bank of America, Merrill, and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. Bluitt serves as treasurer for the Bossier City Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, a nonprofit mentorship program. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.