Christine Brady is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 and Series 63 designations and previously worked at the University of Texas at Arlington for three years. In addition to her advisory role, she owns Create Media Group, a marketing consulting business based in Arlington, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Aaron Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with 11 years at Merrill and 4 years of industry experience. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal CIO teams and third-party managers.

Nathan Carpenter is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2010 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. He is based in Fort Worth, TX. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Johnny Meador is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX. He holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and Lone Star Financial. Outside of his advisory role, Meador works part-time as a golf fitter with Callaway Golf and is a licensed real estate agent with Your Home Free. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.

Fnu Ramneetkaur is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Ramneetkaur has experience at multiple financial institutions including Scotiabank, Royal Bank of Canada, and Wells Fargo Bank. Prior to entering the financial industry, Ramneetkaur worked in academic roles at Cape Breton University and Baba Farid University. 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 offers both brokerage and advisory solutions and manages approximately $671 billion in assets through a large network of advisors.

John Kornman is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, operating under a fiduciary standard and supporting approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a large network of advisors and branch offices.

Eric Blevins is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. In this role, he works with clients to understand their financial goals and develop strategies to pursue short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. He specializes in areas including general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Eric offers ongoing advice and guidance, facilitating access to additional banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions through Bank of America specialists as needed. Eric holds a Bachelor's Degree from Abilene Christian University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation.

Andrew Waldson is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Arlington, TX, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and possessing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2017, following previous roles at Strategic Advisers, Inc. and Fidelity Brokerage Services, LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm's advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative manager research to create non-discretionary, customized asset allocation advice and performance reporting.

Mark Seebeck is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor firms since 2005, following eight years at Mony Securities Corporation. He is a partner in SEEBECK & ASSOCIATES I, LP, a holding company. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing a range of third-party asset managers and advisory platforms.

Kerry Davies is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1996. 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, and institutional investors.

Dustin Ater is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill for 13 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2016. 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 offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics, managing approximately $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 financial advisors.

Johnathan Beavers is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Fort Worth, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and accumulating three years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Verizon, Best Buy, Exeter Finance LLC, Portfolio Recovery Associates, and Walmart. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 and discretionary investment guidance with multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Mary Brammer is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previous experience at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill. Based in Fort Worth, TX, she has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2023. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutions, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services with a variety of portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.

Amanda Hightower is a financial advisor at Cetera with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with multiple firms including Hightower Insurance Group LLC, which she owns and operates, focusing on property and casualty insurance and Medicare supplement products. She also works as an independent contractor at FFEC Wealth Partners, selling variable life and annuity products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options and financial planning services, supported by a large network of over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Robert Fisher is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Arlington, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at both JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018. Outside of finance, he works as a freelance engraver specializing in drinkware and awards. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm utilizes a centralized due diligence process and may incorporate ESG criteria in its recommendations.

Emily Stroud is a CFA® charterholder and Series 63 licensee with 23 years of industry experience. She is currently with LPL Financial and previously worked for Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, INC. Stroud has operated her own firm, Stroud Financial Management, Inc., since 2005. She is also an author of the book *Faithful Finance* and hosts a streaming TV show titled *Faithful Finance, Live*. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Gary Hibbett is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hurst, Texas, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service, which provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jose Pitones is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2015 and has additional experience at ABF Freight System, Inc. since 2014. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual investors, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm delivers advisory services through a large network of advisors who use model-driven strategies developed by third-party asset managers.

Fatima Romo is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fatima provides financial guidance and advisory services to her clients, focusing on retirement planning and investment management. She completed her high school education at Grand Prairie High School. Fatima is proficient in both English and Spanish.

Jordan Lenderman is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors in Fort Worth, TX, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at AXA Advisors and has experience in roles at Postmates, DoorDash, and the Walton College of Business. He is also the owner of Jordan Lenderman LLC. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party managers.