Mitchell Evans is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles outside the financial industry, including work at Camp Cho-Yeh. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Scott Avery is a Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Abilene. He provides advisory services to high net worth families and their legal and tax advisors, focusing on investment and spending policies, traditional and alternative asset allocation, investment manager selection, liability management, and wealth transfer strategies. Scott also assists business owners with exit planning and the holistic management of their financial needs throughout various stages. He holds several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Scott maintains his FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the Texas Tech University System and participates in continuing education through the Investments & Wealth Institute and The Wharton School of Business. Scott is married to his wife, Kristin, and they have three children. Family and an active lifestyle that includes fitness, sports, and spending quality time together are central to his life.

Jennifer Hickman is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked at TD Ameritrade for 13 years before joining Charles Schwab in 2022. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of 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 offers primarily non-discretionary investment guidance combined with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, delivered through multi-asset model portfolios and supported by a centralized operational structure.

Roberto Quintanilla is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes positions at TD Ameritrade, HLB Transportation, Cisco Systems, and Frontline Freight. Outside of advising, he is a co-owner of a retail business, Vape Vending USA LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with integrated advisory, brokerage, and custody services.

Chris Nietenhoefer is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their long-term goals. Chris's areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. He holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of North Texas and completed accredited certificate programs at Texas Christian University, Yale University, and the University of California System. Outside of his professional work, Chris volunteers in the Southlake Carroll Independent School District and enjoys traveling, spending time with his family, reading, playing guitar, and caring for migratory birds. He also holds a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Kaitlyn Peveto is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Her previous work includes roles at CRAFThouse/Blind Salamander and Favor, as well as a period of full-time education. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm uses a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and offers model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Brian Harris is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones, Lockheed Martin, and AT&T. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through Schwab Wealth Advisory’s wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a range of investment guidance delivered via multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Walter Stucker is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2008 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Stucker works as a patient care technician at St. Luke’s Hospital in St. Louis. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. Their advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in their investment menus.

James Donahue is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Goldman Sachs, Mercer Allied Company, and Cetera Advisor Networks. Donahue serves on the board of Worldwide Voice in the Wilderness, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm delivers tailored, research-based recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team, combining quantitative modeling and tax-efficiency analysis to support clients’ retirement goals.

Coltan Manley is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He is currently with Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2021. Prior to Fidelity, he worked at American Honda Finance Corporation and Houston Jackson Group. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable gift funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in managing model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Michael Bessire is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 50 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1975 and has also been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Based in Fort Worth, TX, Bessire has a long tenure in financial services. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies managed by internal and third-party teams for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gregory Gish is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also has a background with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA dating back to 2010. From 2006 to 2020, he was involved with Gish Ventures. 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 in its recommendations.

Brian Lewis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at Fidelity since 2006, with a brief hiatus between 2020 and 2021. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves a variety of clients including registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios through intermediary platforms, incorporating systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Adam Alinowski is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2017, with prior roles at optionsXpress, Inc. and Edward Jones. 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset model portfolio approach with integrated custody, brokerage, and cash-sweep services.

Ikejuan Alston is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab and Co., Inc., and TD Ameritrade. Outside of his advisory work, he is an author of both fiction and non-fiction books focusing on entrepreneurship and personal growth. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, financial planning services, and an integrated operational platform.

Melinda Johnston is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. She also has involvement in a personal lending business outside of her advisory work. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base, including individuals, institutional investors, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and consulting services with a focus on non-discretionary advisory relationships supported by comprehensive research, multiple portfolio management styles, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Timothy Walker is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Before joining Fidelity in 2022, he held roles at various firms including Maverick Fitness and Allstate. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages an RV rental business in Fort Worth, Texas. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Chance Hutto is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, where he supports clients in achieving their financial goals by tailoring strategies to their unique circumstances. He has progressed through several roles at Fidelity, including Investment Solutions Representative II and I, Stock Plan Associate, and Customer Relationship Advocate since joining the firm in 2022. Prior to his current position, Chance gained experience as a Senior Loan Officer at New American Funding and as a Home Advisor at Mr. Cooper. He also completed an internship at Enterprise Investment and Planning in 2018. His professional background encompasses client relationship management and financial solutions. Outside of his professional career, Chance has interests in cars, food, movies, and reading.

Dustin Campbell is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and five years of industry experience. Before joining Fidelity in 2021, he worked at Sigmapro Engineering & Manufacturing LLC and JROBS Sports and Fitness / CrossFit 287. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Ruben Villanueva is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Vandergriff Honda, Walgreens, and teaching positions at Chisholm Trail High School and Ed Wilkie Middle School in Fort Worth, TX. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.