Byoung Kang is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and starting his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked for Goose Creek CISD for 14 years. He is also employed at DGW Worldwide, LLC, where he manages an advisory business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary retirement recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Shaquila Ellis is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors based in Houston, TX, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. She has worked with Primerica in various capacities since 2002 and contributes part-time to J.E.M.E. Publishing, LLC, an artificial intelligence consulting business. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients, utilizing model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers and supported by custodial services from Pershing and portfolio management by BNY Mellon Advisors.

Douglas Sobotik is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing personalized financial strategies that align with clients' individual goals and the dynamic conditions of today’s market. Leveraging the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services of Bank of America, he focuses on comprehensive wealth management tailored to each client's unique financial picture. Douglas holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His educational background includes an Associate's Degree from San Jacinto College, coursework completed at the University of Houston System, and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Phoenix. Committed to community involvement, he participates in volunteer activities within the local area, reflecting Merrill’s tradition of serving the communities where clients live and work.

Allen Baker is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2019 and previously spent 10 years at RBC Capital Markets Corporation. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, delivering written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm employs a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools to support tailored, non-discretionary advice, emphasizing assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Travis Smith is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked with Community Resource Credit Union and CUSO Financial Services. He is involved with Dragonfly Paradise Inc., a real estate rental business based in New Braunfels, Texas. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and services that include financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Pedro Rodriguez is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2017. In his role, he partners with clients and their consultants to co-create tailored financial plans that align with their goals and aspirations. Pedro serves as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing their questions, concerns, and needs related to financial planning and achieving their financial objectives.

Chandler Johnson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2023. Prior to his advisory role, his background includes positions at Texas A&M University, Uber, and La Vernia ISD. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary client portfolios.

AJ Bouvin is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2023. In this role, AJ works with clients to evaluate their financial needs and collaborates with them to develop a roadmap aimed at progressing toward their financial goals. AJ has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, gaining experience through various roles including Investment Consultant, Fixed Income Specialist, Investment Solutions Representative, and Customer Relationship Advocate. This progression reflects a comprehensive understanding of investment strategies and client relationship management. Outside of work, AJ engages in activities such as boating, fishing, fitness, outdoor adventures, snowboarding, and traveling.

Spencer Vowell is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Enterprise. His prior experience includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. He serves as a nonprofit board member for Friendswood Church of Christ. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by an integrated platform combining model portfolios, third-party asset management, and financial planning.

David Hergert is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise in Houston, TX, and has 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2013. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that include written recommendation reports and annual follow-up advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Mark Grunden is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including roles at Primerica Financial Services and DMR Insurance. Primerica Advisors is a large-scale firm serving individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients through a wrap-fee asset management program that employs model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated managers and offers a range of investment approaches including strategic, tactical, and tax-managed models.

Bailey Byford is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 9 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial. Prior to joining LPL, Byford worked at Edward Jones for eight years and held positions at Reid, Strickland & Gillette, LLP and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Outside of advisory work, Byford also serves as an insurance agent with the Good Life Insurance Agency. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and nonprofit organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing proprietary and third-party research, and provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Bryce Dooley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation. He has three years of industry experience, including prior roles at BroadVail Capital Partners and JLL. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Varkey Abraham is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with eight years of industry experience. His background includes roles in real estate sales and investment-related product sales, alongside a long-standing position as a program manager at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-HNW and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm delivers advisory services through a large network of advisors using model-based investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers.

Lindsey Frazier is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 credential. She has prior experience working at Lucido Group, Novum Energy, Jera Americas, Trafigura Trading, Occidental Petroleum, and Sirius Solutions. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and operates through a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Sylvester Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pearland, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at SouthState Bank, Frost Brokerage Services, Charles Schwab, Bb&T Securities, and SWBC Investment Services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Francisco Carrillo is a financial advisor at Cetera with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with Cetera and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner and president of Carrillo Asset Management, LLC, an entity established for tax filing and liability protection. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a diverse range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Blaine Douglas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Friendswood, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been associated with LPL Financial since 2009 and has operated Blaine Douglas Financial Advisor since 2015. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research from LPL Research.

Alton Drake is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Houston, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Invesco and multiple positions within UBS since 2022. He attended Southern Methodist University from 2022 to 2026. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets and fiduciary services.

Cynthia Jones is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones, where she has worked since 2011. She has 14 years of industry experience. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo as a Breeder Greeter Committee member, assisting junior exhibitors. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory and fiduciary services. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and is known for its extensive network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.