William Ellis Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, LLC, since 2002. Ellis serves as president of Fort Worth Business Professionals and holds board or committee roles with several community organizations including Big Brothers Big Sisters Tarrant County, the Boy Scouts of America Longhorn Council, and Ducks Unlimited. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm’s approach includes matching clients to program models or discretionary managers, often through third-party asset managers and advisory programs, and offers a range of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Benjamin Rovenstine is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Lauderdale Homes, L.L.C. and Towne Park before joining Charles Schwab. 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 broad range of investment guidance supported by its research and due diligence resources.

Brandon Melton is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 19 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Avantax Investment Services and 1st Global Advisors. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various investment management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio options.

Amanda Fast is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked in education with roles at Keller ISD, Ball State University, and Plainfield Community School Corporation. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios, and it operates distinctive advisory roles including commodity pool operations and the integration of AI methodologies in research.

T.O. Eifler is a Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2024. They have progressed through various positions within Fidelity Investments since 2021, including Investment Solutions Representative III, Investment Solutions Representative II, Investment Solutions Representative, Fixed Income Specialist, Stock Plan Associate, and Customer Relationship Advocate. In their current position, T.O. Eifler collaborates with clients to develop customized financial plans that align with individual needs and goals, aiming to provide clients with confidence in their financial wellness journey.

Brandt Manns is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at AEP Ohio/Pike Engineering and Ace Hardware Corporation. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutions.

Christopher Rogers is a Private Wealth Management (PWM) Investment Management Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he collaborates with clients and their Wealth Management Advisors to design, implement, and monitor investment strategies aimed at achieving long-term investment objectives. Christopher's career in financial services spans over two decades, with experience across various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2003. His previous positions include Investments Solutions Consultant for Managed Accounts, Financial Consultant, Retirement Sales Desk associate, and Investments Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2002 to 2003.

Olivia Lopez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2022. Her prior experience includes roles at Bridgecrest and various service industry positions. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also manages multiple registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios through systematic methodologies.

Calder Lewis is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2017. Prior to that, he was affiliated with the University of North Texas for one year. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program and related managed accounts. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by extensive research and centralized operational infrastructure.

Joshua Hamilton is a financial advisor with Merrill in Southlake, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, Seattle University, WinCo Foods, and Seattle Central Community College. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Alec Garza is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Westlake, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various customer service roles and currently also works as an independent contractor for a delivery service. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Lindsey Henry is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Fidelity Investments, Robinhood Markets, and Robinhood Asset Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Kimball Small is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Lewisville, TX, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated practices since 2023 and has prior experience in education and the restaurant industry. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to provide non-discretionary, personalized recommendations, primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Evan Bloom is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and affiliated firms for over two decades. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform that supports various investment strategies and program structures.

John Cochran is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, based in Westlake, TX, and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Farrimond, Castillo & Bresnahan Attorneys at Law and has served as a brand ambassador for Bucked Up, a supplement and fitness company. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, using a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Michael Garcia is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop and maintain financial plans tailored to their individual family goals and visions. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, holding various roles including Financial Representative, Workplace Planning Consultant III, and Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services prior to his current position. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Michael enjoys attending concerts, social events with friends, watching movies, outdoor adventures, running, and spending time with pets.

Jason Lind is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 24 years of industry experience and has previously worked at FSC Securities Corporation and Leo Brokerage, LLC. In addition to his advisory role, Lind is an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management through multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Wendy Barnes is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and its affiliate Bank of America, N.A. since 2012. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

John Jennings is a financial advisor with Cetera based in Dallas, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and First Command Financial Planning. Outside of his advisory work, he owns FloorJackGarage, a YouTube channel focused on DIY auto mechanic content. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts through a multi-manager platform that offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management alongside financial planning and consulting services.

Christina Willis is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, KFORCE, Fidelity Brokerage Services 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.