Alexander Schiess is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2024, following eight years at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a family estate planning trust and is a board member of a real estate property management company in Texas. 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 supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Clayton Claunch is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a property management business focused on short-term rental leasing. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jonathan Griego is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2018 and previously worked at TD Ameritrade and Scottrade. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and is based in Dallas, TX. The DDK Group, part of Baird’s Private Wealth Management department, serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, portfolio management, and custody services with a range of separately managed account programs and utilizes both internal research and external partnerships to support client advice.

Erica Estes is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been employed since 2020. She has progressed through several roles within the company, starting as a Workplace Planning Associate, advancing through Workplace Planning Consultant levels I to III, and then serving as a Financial Consultant I before assuming her current position in 2024. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Erica works with individuals and families to develop, implement, and maintain financial plans aimed at addressing their current needs and future objectives. She focuses on creating personalized financial strategies to help clients achieve financial stability and long-term success. Outside of her professional work, Erica enjoys camping, cooking and baking, gardening, kayaking, and spending time with her pets.

Ben Thomas is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Based in Dallas, TX, his career has been focused within the Wells Fargo organization. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Martin Durbin is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Avantax Investment Services and 1st Global Advisors and is president of several related entities, including Aperture Wealth Management and a CPA firm. He is also involved in agricultural and ranching operations through Stag Horn Ranch LLC and Durbin Enterprises, Inc., and serves as a board member for the Envision Mineral Wells Foundation, a nonprofit focused on community and economic development. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party money managers, providing a range of investment options and program structures.

Juliann Vidaurri is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at various Fidelity entities since 2013. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research and quantitative analysis in its investment process and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Daniel Stratton is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., Merrill, and previous positions outside the financial sector. 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 tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Nicholas Sullivan is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Dallas, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Texas Capital Bank. He is also employed by JPMorgan Chase Bank, enabling him to offer a range of bank products and services alongside his advisory work. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Corley Holland is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining RBC in 2025, Corley worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and Corient (formerly Avalon Advisors). Outside of finance, Corley has been involved with the Junior Volleyball Association of Austin and Camp Longhorn. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering tailored portfolio management and advisory programs that leverage both in-house and third-party resources.

Nathen Kingsland is a Series 66-licensed advisor with UBS Financial Services in Dallas, TX. He joined UBS in 2026 and has held various roles across industries including education and hospitality prior to entering financial services. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Justin King is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2006, including six years in his current role in Dallas, TX. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized retirement income service that provides written Recommendation Reports and ongoing tax-aware planning for clients approaching or in retirement. The firm uses a centralized service team and proprietary tools to support its non-discretionary implementation approach within a defined investment universe.

Sean Cates is a Senior Financial Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he is a partner of The Rose Cates Stein Group. Since joining Merrill in 2011, Sean and his advisory team have focused on developing strategies and providing advice tailored to high-net-worth individuals, their families, and their businesses to support both short- and long-term planning objectives. He has specialized experience in serving the special needs community and families with disabilities, offering customized recommendations to meet each client’s unique planning requirements. Sean began his career in financial services in 1998, with experience at Goldman Sachs and Bank of America before joining Merrill Lynch. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Entrepreneurship from Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business. Professionally, he holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations, as well as a Texas Group 1 Health, Accident and Health Insurance license. Sean has also served as Co-Chair of Bank of America’s North Texas Disability Action Network and has been recognized as a North Texas Future Leaders Graduate. In addition to his advisory work, Sean has delivered financial literacy education through organizations such as Operation Hope, Junior Achievement, and the Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services’ DREAM program. He actively volunteers with several charitable organizations including March of Dimes North Texas, Make-A-Wish of North Texas, Special Olympics of Texas, Donate Life, Southwest Transplant Alliance, Southwest Transplant Foundation, and Best Buddies Texas, where he previously served on the advisory board. He resides in McKinney, Texas, and is the father of his son Carter, a multivisceral, five-organ transplant recipient.

Reece Tiras is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2026, he completed his education at the University of Texas at Austin and held roles at Emery/Weiner School and Pin Oak Middle School. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Ian Mc Farlane is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Dallas, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2023 and has prior experience at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2017, as well as Inter-Commercial Business Systems. 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. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm integrates advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Barry Greenberg is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. in Dallas, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2004. Outside of advising, he works as a yoga instructor on a part-time basis. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients. The group offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing a range of strategies including discretionary management, separately managed accounts, and overlay services.

Zachary Langevin is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Dallas, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Broadstreet Partners and JPMorgan Chase Bank. He is employed by both JPMorgan Securities and JPMorgan Bank, enabling him to offer a range of bank products and services alongside investment advisory. 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 combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Robert Hays is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience and is affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Dallas, TX. He has been with Raymond James since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in an agricultural and property management business in Texas. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm focuses on non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and supports a broad network of advisors with specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory Programs.

Alexis Lopez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2025, Lopez worked at The Vanguard Group from 2021 to 2024. Lopez is also employed by JPMorgan Chase Bank, enabling the offering of certain bank products and services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Jon Weinstein is a CFP® with 54 years of industry experience, currently advising at Cetera since 2023. He has worked at Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013 and has operated Jon Weinstein Associates in affiliation with CFM for over three decades. Outside of advisory work, he serves as a FINRA arbitrator, participates on Louisiana State University's professional advisory council, and holds volunteer board and advisory roles with nonprofit organizations in Dallas. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager platform allowing advisors to implement a variety of portfolio management strategies through affiliated and third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.