Cecilia Ortiz Santos is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and seven years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, nA. Cecilia is currently based in Westlake, Texas. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm integrates fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering services such as discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory.

Vivian Bang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms, including Capital Advisors, Inc., E*TRADE Capital Management LLC, and TD Ameritrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separate managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized supervision and custody services.

Hayden Hutton is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments in Plano, TX, holding a Series 65 credential with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fisher Investments in 2021, he worked at Northwest Liquid Gold and held various roles at Washington State University and Hilton Hotels. Fisher Investments serves a diverse global client base including institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process that integrates quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and utilizes tax-aware strategies and risk management techniques.

Wen Cheng is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade. His background also includes an entrepreneurial role with Hnegxin Trademark. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Danny Munoz is currently a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2020. He has nearly two decades of experience in the financial services industry, all of which has been with Fidelity. Throughout his career, Danny has held multiple positions including Financial Consultant, Senior Portfolio Specialist, Retirement Relationship Manager, and 401k Specialist. Danny's expertise spans various aspects of financial consulting and portfolio management. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. He is committed to ethical practices and financial literacy, focusing on delivering a high level of service to help clients make informed financial decisions. Danny aims to positively impact his clients and the people important to them through his work.

Michael Witt is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Witt is a silent partner in several family-owned real estate ventures. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement-income planning advice and written Recommendation Reports based on proprietary research and third-party data.

D Nard Arthur is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Investments. Arthur serves on the Board of Management at the Semones YMCA, contributing to community activities and events. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and comprehensive financial planning.

Austin Jefferson is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments in Plano, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fisher Investments in 2025, he worked at TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services and VALIC Financial Advisors, and he is also an author of faith-based books, including one focused on investing and retirement planning. In addition, he writes faith-based screenplays aimed at Christian movie production companies. Fisher Investments serves a global client base that includes institutional and high-net-worth investors, offering discretionary portfolio management with a centralized Investment Policy Committee that employs quantitative and qualitative research. The firm provides a range of services including sub-advisory and retirement plan management, using tax-aware strategies and risk-management tactics across diversified global portfolios.

Matthew Nicholson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with various Fidelity entities since 2014. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary assets, delivering model portfolios for intermediary platforms.

Brian Taylor is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments in Plano, TX, holding Series 65, 66, and 63 licenses. He has prior experience at Mass Mutual Investors Services and McAfee, LLC. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management using a combination of quantitative and qualitative research and implements tax-aware processes and defensive tactics to manage risk and positioning.

Charles Bernsen is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments in Plano, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC from 2018 to 2021, and Wells Fargo Bank N.A. from 2016 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is an independent seller and distributor of essential oils with Young Living. Fisher Investments serves institutional and private clients globally, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment decision process combining quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and offers sub-advisory and retirement plan services.

Duncan Gates is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera. His work history includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Agency, and he is also the Director of Tax & Accounting at Joseph Hancock Tax and Financial Service, where he prepares tax returns for individuals and businesses. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform offering a range of portfolio management and consulting services.

Jake Sewell is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Charles Schwab, he worked at Boston Scientific and has experience in education and golf-related roles. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering a blend of non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm’s scale and integrated structure allow it to combine personalized advisory recommendations with access to affiliated discretionary portfolios and alternative investments.

Rick Egan is a Financial Consultant currently affiliated with Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2007, progressing through various roles including Service Representative, Premium Services Representative, Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, Workplace Planning Consultant, and Planning Consultant before attaining his current position in 2025. He also has experience as a Financial Consultant with Charles Schwab from 2011 to 2012. Throughout his career, Rick has focused on building tailored financial plans that consider the unique circumstances of each client. His approach emphasizes collaboration and adaptability, aiming to serve as a trusted advisor who supports clients in reshaping and maintaining their financial plans as life circumstances change. Outside of his professional work, Rick has interests in baseball, family activities, fitness, golf, parenthood, and scuba diving.

Benjamin Cooper is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with one year of industry experience. He holds the CFA® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining Fisher Investments in 2025, he worked at OmniVest Capital LLC for six years and has experience in both academic and entrepreneurial roles. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm uses a centralized investment approach combining quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and manages risk through tax-aware processes and defensive tactics.

Severino Di Bucci is a Series 65 licensed advisor at Fisher Investments with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Apex Systems, Quicken Loans, and Mack Industries, and attended Ohio University. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, managing discretionary portfolios across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates using a centralized investment process that combines quantitative and qualitative research. The firm provides sub-advisory and retirement plan services and manages accounts through diverse strategies including tax-aware and defensive tactics.

Scott Vosler is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments holding a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fisher Investments, he worked at Wells Fargo Bank and has held various roles across multiple firms since 2016. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment approach combining quantitative and qualitative research and uses tax-aware strategies alongside defensive tactics to manage risk.

Jennifer Lucius is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 65 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Fidelity Investments, Bank of America, Merrill, and other firms. Outside of finance, she has experience with Varsity Tutors and Sunsational Swim School. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized Investment Policy Committee that uses quantitative and qualitative methods to construct diversified portfolios and incorporates tax-aware and defensive strategies to manage risk.

David Seals Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Frisco, TX, holding the Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His background includes service in the U.S. Army from 2012 to 2017 and a year at Capital One before joining Edward Jones in 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves a wide range of clients, including individual and institutional investors, offering various advisory programs and maintaining a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Alexander Burns is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2021 and previously worked in marketing and product roles at Allure Marketing and Hint Inc. Burns attended James Madison University from 2017 to 2021. Fisher Investments serves institutional and private clients worldwide, providing discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes with a centralized investment decision process. The firm is notable for its global client base, tax-aware investment strategies, and extensive sub-advisory relationships.