Uriel Batista is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cuso Financial Services, Capital One Investing, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, he is co-owner of Baxel, Inc., a non-investment-related business. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving 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, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jesse Suffield is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked with WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

James Boaz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007 and previously worked at A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. from 2005 to 2007. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with investment management delivered through a network of investment adviser representatives using both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Andre Rivers is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. 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. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including niche areas such as business-owner transition planning, sports and entertainment planning, and special-needs analysis.

Joshua Eslick is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX, with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, and Verizon Wireless. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm emphasizes a structured planning process using approved tools and models client outcomes but requires clients to implement and update their plans.

Ethan Guardiola is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and Texas Tech University. Merrill provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, with portfolio implementation tailored to different investment approaches.

Stephan House is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at TIAA, TD Ameritrade, Fidelity Investments, and Precision Castings of Arkansas. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Don Reynolds III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc and RBC Capital Markets. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

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, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has worked 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, managing budgeting and financial reporting for the nonprofit. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm delivers these services on a non-discretionary basis, combining institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management 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 Series 66-registered advisor with four years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC and has previously worked at several firms including The Rudd Company, Llc and Advisor Resource Council. OSAIC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of financial advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and various managed account solutions utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and third-party 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.