Austin Flachbart is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Edward Jones. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm uses research and analytics to support diversified investment strategies and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Keith Wiley is a CFA® charterholder with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a Wealth Advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX. He joined J.P. Morgan Securities in 2017 after working at First Financial Trust & Asset Management from 2013 to 2017. Wiley also serves on the Texas Tech University Investment Resource Council, which supports oversight and communication for the university system’s investment program. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting.

Matthew Mitchell is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership interests in businesses related to residential gutters and commercial and residential irrigation systems. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Toni Rose is a financial advisor with Stifel in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 license and 19 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, Cetera, CUNA Brokerage Services, and USAA Investment Services. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in equestrian and livestock-related businesses and participates in a local charity supporting agricultural students through livestock donations. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on proprietary capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Craig Wall is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2009. Wall is also associated with Bank of America, N.A., where he has worked since 2007. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Blake Stones is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2010 and also works as a pilot for Continental Airlines. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals, utilizing a range of platform and custody arrangements with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment options.

Steven Kessler is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services, where he worked for over two decades. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery conversations and proprietary tools to model financial outcomes, while also providing products and services through a range of affiliated entities.

Kasey Holifield is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Fort Worth, TX, and has seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Holifield worked with Eagle MT Saginaw ISD and Fort Stockton ISD. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

William Smiley is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Fort Worth, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities, he worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and held various roles at Liberty University and Shadow Mountain Community Church. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence to inform recommendations.

Richard Baird is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Irving, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Baird serves as a professional pickleball coach and ambassador. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by proprietary and third-party research and portfolio solutions.

Matthew Rodger is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in Education Planning, Small Business Strategies, and supporting clients in the Sports & Entertainment sectors. He focuses on assisting professionals undergoing job transitions, providing guidance on retirement assets, benefits, employer stock, and long-term financial plans. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Texas Tech University System, where he was President of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Matthew holds the professional designations of CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His expertise covers 401(k) rollover evaluations, IRA planning, retirement income strategies, concentrated stock position planning, benefits analysis, and comprehensive wealth management. Outside of his professional work, Matthew participates in the Mira Vista Country Club community. He is personally interested in activities such as camping, dancing, golfing, hunting, music, and skiing.

J Bryan Reece is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

John Towers is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2014. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored advice through a centralized consulting team.

Zachary Scott is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked with various divisions of Raymond James since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages ZCS Wealth Management, where he serves as branch manager. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and investment consulting, supported by advanced analytical tools, and maintains specialized services such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting programs.

Dana Lewis is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2021, Dana worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA for over a decade. 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.

Blake Spiller is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2023. He previously worked at Cain Watters & Associates and has academic experience from Texas Christian University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm incorporates an ESG eligibility framework and offers access to a broad range of investment products through its affiliation with the larger J.P. Morgan organization.

Paige Phillips is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently working at Cetera. She has previous experience with Quest Capital Management and supports lead advisors at Coble Cravens Investments and Insurance. Outside of financial advising, she owns and manages Arlington Storks & More, a sign rental business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and utilizes a multi-manager platform with diverse program options.

William Bailey is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Keller, TX. He holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2024, he held positions at several firms including Syfan Logistics, Steam Logistics, Apex Capital, EGW Logistics, IXT LLC, and Watco Logistics. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Sharon Redmond is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill for 16 years before joining Raymond James in 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she manages a part-time short-term rental property in Fort Worth. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, drawing on a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Melissa Kuan is a Benefits & Planning Consultant within the Executive Services at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2026. She collaborates with executives to understand their financial goals, integrate employer benefits, and develop personalized financial strategies. Her approach focuses on education, thoughtful guidance, and ongoing partnership to help clients navigate complex decisions with confidence. Prior to her current position, Melissa served as a Benefits Relationship Manager from 2024 to 2026 and as a Workplace Planning Consultant from 2022 to 2024, both also at Fidelity Investments. Her professional experience reflects a commitment to supporting workplace benefits and financial planning for clients. Outside of her professional work, Melissa enjoys attending concerts, engaging in outdoor adventures, running, scuba diving, swimming, and traveling.