Mitchell Allen is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of experience in the industry. Prior to joining Kestra Advisory in 2022, he worked at ProEquities, Inc. and Security Financial Management Inc. He has experience providing investment advisory services and offering various insurance and annuity products. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a wide range of institutional and individual clients, offering services such as fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, employee education, and pooled plan solutions. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves several notable client types, including sovereign wealth funds.

Rodger Ewy is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has four years of industry experience, including roles at Park Avenue Securities and Bankers Life. His background also includes work in biomedical research and at Georgetown University. He works with Park Avenue® Wealth Management, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, which provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management solutions, combining advisor-led strategies with model portfolios and access to insurance and alternative investment products.

Michael Di Placido is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving at Schwab Wealth Advisory. His career includes over a decade at Charles Schwab and related entities, with prior experience at Richard P. Slaughter Associates, Inc. Outside of advisory work, he manages multiple single-family rental properties through his LLC. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning primarily for clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm utilizes standardized asset-allocation models and internal research tools to tailor recommendations based on individual client goals and risk tolerance.

Sean Caplen is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory Services LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at B. Riley Wealth Management, National Securities Corp, and Raymond James & Associates. He serves on the Planned Giving Council for Place of Hope, assisting with fundraising initiatives. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a diverse range of institutional and individual clients, offering services such as fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and employee education. The firm supports complex products and discretionary trading within its supervisory framework and serves large institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds.

David Sanderson is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (New York Life) based in Austin, TX. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Eagle Strategies in 2026, he worked with Silas Parker & Associates LLC and NYLIFE Securities LLC, and was self-employed for 11 years. Eagle Strategies provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, institutional sponsors, and charitable and corporate clients. The firm delivers tailored advice through multiple program types and emphasizes non-discretionary asset management within an integrated New York Life affiliate structure.

Clifford Nichols is a financial advisor with Planmember Securities Corporation in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Planmember since 2014 and is also associated with US Retirement Partners and Inspire Financial Group, where he has been involved in financial and insurance services since 2005. Planmember Securities Corporation provides retirement-plan advisory services to employers and plan participants, operating as an ERISA Section 3(38) fiduciary for many plans and offering participant-level investment options. The firm utilizes a top-down strategic asset allocation approach with risk-based mutual fund portfolios and provides education, support, and counseling to plan sponsors and participants.

David Hsieh is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory Services, holding a Series 66 credential and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Stifel Independent Advisors, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he founded and organizes a travel and hiking social group that arranges weekend hikes and biannual trips without charging participants. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base, including plan sponsors, institutional investors, and individuals. The firm offers services such as fiduciary consulting, plan design and compliance, and access to various management platforms and third-party solutions.

Jessica Brendell is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory and holds a Series 66 credential. She has nine years of industry experience, previously working with Commonwealth Financial Network and Schneider Financial Management LLC. Brendell serves as treasurer for the Jonathan Dayton High School PTSO, where she maintains budget and records. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base, including plan sponsors, institutional, and individual clients. The firm offers services ranging from plan design and fiduciary consulting to pooled plan solutions, supporting recommendations with thorough due diligence and access to multiple management platforms.

Shawn Okumura is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving as an investment advisor representative at Kestra Advisory Services, LLC since 2016. He has a background that includes roles at KESTRA Investment Services, LLC and various insurance carriers through W&R Insurance Agencies. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in real estate ownership with his wife. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, offering a range of services including fiduciary consulting, plan design, and employee education. The firm serves large institutional investors and offers access to multiple management platforms and third-party solutions.

George Cromer IV is a financial advisor at Kestra Advisory with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Woodbury Financial for 16 years. Cromer operates a sole proprietorship, Cromer Family Financial, focused on financial planning, investment management, and insurance services. Kestra Advisory provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, offering services such as fiduciary consulting, plan design, and employee education. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves a range of clients including large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds.

James Williams is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory Services, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, as well as positions outside finance at Petsmart and Uber. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a diverse range of institutional and individual clients, offering services such as fiduciary consulting, plan design, and advisor-managed accounts. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves notable clients including sovereign wealth funds.

Andrew Patterson is an advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. based in Austin, TX. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and has been in the financial industry since 2020, with prior experience at Woodforest National Bank and P & R Entertainment. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions through investment advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers a range of managed account programs and portfolio management options, operating as a broker-dealer, SEC-registered investment adviser, and municipal advisor.

Roberto Guzman is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Kestra Advisory since 2017 and previously spent seven years at LPL Financial. Guzman also operates New Growth Financial, providing financial planning and investment services. Kestra Advisory Services offers investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, including plan sponsors. The firm provides fiduciary consulting, plan design, vendor searches, and employee education, serving a diverse client base that includes large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds.

Joseph Lopez is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He is currently with Schwab Wealth Advisory in Austin, TX, where he has worked since 2019, following prior roles at USAA Investment Management Company and USAA Financial Advisors. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, using Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and research tools to tailor recommendations according to client goals and risk tolerance.

Jordan Green is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Mariner Independent Advisor Network, LLC and LPL Financial, among other firms. Private Advisor Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a fiduciary-based advisory model, using technology platforms and a variety of investment strategies, often implementing advice through third-party managers and TAMPs.

Jason Duffaut is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He currently works at Kestra Advisory Services, LLC, joining the firm in 2023 after roles at Heritage Family Office, LPL Financial, USAA Financial Planning Services, Kestra Investment Services, and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Broadway Insurance Agency, LLC, which provides insurance services to clients. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, offering services such as plan design, fiduciary consulting, and employee education. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds.

Carrie Dick is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She previously worked with Kevin Dick Investment Management Group and Commonwealth Financial Network. In addition to her advisory work, she owns a tax and accounting business, Integrated Tax Solutions, where she provides tax preparation and planning services. Kestra Advisory Services offers investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, with services including fiduciary consulting, plan design, and employee education. The firm manages significant institutional assets and provides access to multiple management platforms and third-party solutions.

William Kitchel is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 28 years of industry experience. He serves as Chief Investment Officer and Financial Planner and has held roles at Kestra Advisory since 2016, with prior experience in consulting and insurance. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of a consulting firm, Value Group, Inc., involved in management, operations, and financial forecasting. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse range of institutional and individual clients. The firm offers services including fiduciary consulting, plan design, vendor benchmarking, and advisor-managed accounts, catering to both large institutional investors and individual plans.

Stephanie Mckinney is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and totaling 18 years of industry experience. She has been associated with NYLife Securities LLC and Wesley R. Young since 2008. In addition to her advisory role, she owns Forty Six Ten Consulting LLC, providing administrative and software consulting services, and serves as a Notary Public. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of affiliated representatives. The firm provides tailored advice across multiple program types, emphasizing non-discretionary asset management and fiduciary responsibilities, particularly in the retirement plan sector.

Todd Jakubik is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 24 years of industry experience. He is currently with Kestra Advisory in Austin, TX, having previously spent 25 years at Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company and Hornor Townsend & Kent, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President and agent/broker for Total Financial Concepts, Inc., where he is involved in investment, life insurance, and annuity sales. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base including plan sponsors and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of services such as fiduciary consulting, plan design, and due diligence-supported investment advice, managing approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serving clients that include sovereign wealth funds.