Christopher Madden is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Transamerica Capital, and AXA Equitable Life Insurance. 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. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering advisory services with client decision-making authority.

Mario Walker is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, Regions Bank, BBVA Compass, New York Life Insurance Company, and Family Heritage. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Cristin Bera is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management and a co-founder of Bera Dewhurst & Associates, established in 2002. He began his financial services career at Morgan Stanley in 2001. In his current role, Cristin advises ultra-high-net-worth clients on complex wealth management matters and leads his team in due diligence and selection of external long-only investment managers. He also designs customized investment strategies aligned with client objectives, risk tolerance, and liquidity requirements. As a qualified Portfolio Manager within Merrill's Investment Advisory Program, Cristin is authorized to develop and implement discretionary investment strategies using individual equities, fixed income securities, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment approaches. He leads his team's insurance advisory efforts by integrating risk management solutions into broader wealth plans. Prior to his financial career, Cristin worked as an engineer and served in the military, including roles in the US Army Reserve as a Military Police officer and in the US Air Force Reserve Office of Special Investigation. Cristin holds an MBA with concentrations in Finance and Economics from the University of Chicago and earned dual bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Humanities & History from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has been involved in his community through over a decade of service as a Director and President of Neartown Little League. He lives with his wife and their three sons.

Allen Johnson is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Houston, TX. He holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience, including prior roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Rice University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Cain Cunningham is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in business ownership through Ronin Services LLC and provides consulting services related to automobile purchases. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering customized recommendation reports that incorporate research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Adan Montoya is an International Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in guiding clients through complex financial landscapes, focusing on areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and women and wealth. Adan brings extensive expertise to his role, supporting entrepreneurs, multinational families, and individuals with tailored wealth management plans. His approach emphasizes comprehensive financial planning to empower clients in achieving their life goals. He holds several professional certifications, including the Certified Exit Planning Advisor® (CEPA) designation from the Exit Planning Institute, the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA), and Retirement Management Advisor® (RMA) designations from the Investments & Wealth Institute™. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Adan engages in personal interests such as cooking, hiking, reading, traveling, writing, and yoga. He is involved in community activities, including service on the Southeast Alumni Council of his alma mater, Lafayette College.

Jenna Cedillo is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2016 and is also a partner in Gemini Properties, LLC. 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.

Carina Herrera is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2009 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2022. 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.

Jacqueline Rivera is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Her prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, and BBVA Securities. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Evan Martin is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Houston, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS in various capacities since 2016. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations in client planning.

Robert Hayes is a financial advisor with Merrill in Kingwood, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1998 and has been affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Chad Devens is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tomball, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a team representative for the Northpointe Shockwaves Swim Team, acting as a liaison between coaches, parents, and the board. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, including separately managed accounts and affiliated mutual funds. The firm supports over 23,000 advisors nationally and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Sohrab Abbas Zarasvand is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, Commerica Bank, and Merrill. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide investment recommendations.

Greg Casamayor is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Merrill, Bank of America, Westwood Wealth Management, and Foreside Fund Services. He is also involved with Cadence Bank in an investment-related capacity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Caroline Sievers is a CFA® charterholder and Series 63 licensed financial advisor with 13 years of experience at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA in Houston, TX. She serves as Treasurer of the St. John the Divine Episcopalian Church Women Board, where she manages financial records and budget communications. 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 combination of advisory and brokerage capabilities.

Gregory Basillio serves as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2012. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2005, progressing through roles including Financial Planning Consultant, Relationship Officer, and Active Trader Services Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, Gregory worked as a Financial Advisor at several firms, including Wachovia Securities and Tiger Investment Group, and began his career as a Trader at Waterhouse Securities. With over two decades of experience in the financial industry, Gregory partners with clients to help them understand their unique financial situations and develop sound financial plans. His expertise encompasses various aspects of financial consulting and planning, supported by extensive practical experience. Outside of his professional role, Gregory has personal interests that include being a foodie and parenthood.

Michael Marks is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience, currently associated with LPL Financial in Houston, TX. His prior work includes nine years with JPMorgan Securities LLC and a role at Alliant Credit Union. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, featuring both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Raymond Frierson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Houston, TX, holding a Series 63 designation and 32 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2002 and is also affiliated with Greenbriar Financial Services, Inc. Outside of advisory services, he is a certified public accountant involved in tax preparation and accounting through Frierson Sola & Associates, PC, and serves as a trustee acting in a fiduciary capacity for family trusts. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing a variety of model portfolios and research resources to support strategic and tactical investment approaches.

Clarence Grier Jr. is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets in Houston, TX, with 29 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to client risk profiles and investment preferences.

Lauren Ulloa is a financial advisor at Osaic with seven years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Royal Alliance and World Financial Advisors. Before entering the financial sector, Ulloa served with the Houston Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety. She is also a manager and owner of WF Advisors Houston, LLC. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services and employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to create diversified portfolios across various asset classes.