Minab Mulugheta is a financial advisor at Everglade Capital, LLC in Frisco, TX, holding a Series 65 designation with several years of experience across financial services and corporate roles. His previous positions include work at SagePoint Capital Partners LLC, Union Home Mortgage, Celanese, NRL Mortgage Servicing, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Everglade Capital is an independent registered investment adviser serving high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, foundations, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management alongside a range of planning services, including estate, succession, tax coordination, and family governance, with a focus on diversified portfolios and selective use of alternative investments.

Theo Halbardier is a CFP® certificant with seven years of industry experience. He is currently the sole advisor at The Financial Sciences Company, LLC, an independent firm he joined in 2025. His prior work includes roles at Sealy Investment Securities, Ashford Securities, and Bank of America, among others. The Financial Sciences Company, LLC is a newly formed, state-registered investment adviser that plans to serve a diverse client base, including individuals, families, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a tailored investment process combining fundamental, macroeconomic, technical, and quantitative analysis, and offers services such as portfolio management, financial planning, retirement-plan consulting, and educational seminars.

My name is Neil Krishnaswamy. I have long been intrigued by the challenge we face to live the most abundant life we can NOW while also building a secure foundation for the future. For over the past decade, I’ve sought answers by building and refining processes to help people allocate their resources in line with their goals and make better decisions. This journey has manifested into the formation of an independent financial planning and investment firm, called Krishna Wealth Planning. With a diverse background as both a technology professional and advisor for a wealth management firm, I utilize unique skills and a process-based approach to help manage the complexity of my clients’ financial lives. I identify the risks and trade-offs that need to be made while carefully executing the details of their financial and investment plans. I also seek to educate the broader public through writing, pro bono services, and interactions with the media. Krishna Wealth Planning has service offerings ideal for Gen X families along with Baby Boomers seeking retirement income planning. Please see the firm’s website for more details on services and pricing. You may also schedule a free discovery consultation to learn if these services are the right fit for you and your family. On a professional note: I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional in 2014 and received my Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®) certification in 2016. In addition, I am an IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) and earned a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University. On a personal note: I live in McKinney, Texas (North Dallas area) along with my lovely wife of over 20 years, Pavi. I also enjoy long walks with my German Shepherd, practicing yoga and escaping into a good book. I am always grateful to spend time with my beautiful daughter Veda. I am a member various organizations including the XY Planning Network, NAPFA and the Global Financial Planning Institute.

Hello there! I'm Kirk, a proud retired Air Force Officer with 25 years of service, where I had the thrill of being a test pilot, a Squadron Commander, and a Vice Wing Commander. I'm lucky to have an amazing family – a loving wife of more than 25 years, a wonderful stepdaughter, two fantastic sons, and a cherished granddaughter. After a year and a half of retirement, I found myself itching for a new challenge. Boredom pushed me back into the workforce, where I was able to continue my passion for helping others as a financial advisor at Vanguard. During my time there, I gained valuable experience and completed my Certificate of Financial Planning. My own journey includes successfully saving for retirement, living off those savings, and navigating the difficult world of planning for and paying for college. Since 2006, I've been a residential real estate investor, and I've delved deep into the realm of trusts, with a focus on revocable and charitable remainder trusts. I founded High Flight Financial to serve veterans and the military community with the same dedication and precision I brought to my military career. My mission is to provide comprehensive financial planning, not just investment advice. I offer advice-only services. I do not manage your assets for a fee, nor do I charge an ongoing retainer fee. I will also never collect a commission for anything I recommend. I will help you develop a full financial plan upfront and then support you as you decide on an hourly basis. Typically, this involves semi-annual meetings, but its completely up to you! When I'm not immersed in financial planning, you can find me attending various events of my children, staying up-to-date on financial topics or cheering on my favorite football team! I work virtually with clients, expanding my reach and keeping your costs low. If you are interested in finally putting your finances on a roadmap, developing a checklist to financial freedom, or just need a vector check, I have your six. If you are ready to change your financial future today, lets connect!

Robert Jones is a financial advisor at Deerwood Capital, LLC in Frisco, TX, holding a Series 65 designation with 8 years of industry experience. He joined Deerwood Capital in 2017 after a year at SFMG Wealth Advisors. Jones is also an independent insurance agent since 2021. Deerwood Capital provides portfolio management and retirement-plan services to individuals, trusts, businesses, and pension plans, using a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis with primarily low-cost, passive allocations. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management and is notable for its focus on retirement plan consulting and implementation.

Rakaan Kayali is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 65 license. He is the sole advisor at Halal Alpha, where he has worked since 2025. His prior experience includes roles at Practical Finance and Bashar and Fadia's Financing Co. before transitioning into investment management. Halal Alpha is an investment manager specializing in pooled vehicles and institutional accounts, offering discretionary portfolio management, tailored financial planning, and a subscription securities-rating service. The firm employs a values-based investment approach focused on equities and non-U.S. securities consistent with halal principles, combining fundamental and quantitative analysis with a long-term trading orientation.

Krishna Velaga is a financial advisor at Velaga Advisors with a Series 65 credential and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Texas Instruments for 28 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several business activities related to land ownership through multiple LLCs. Velaga Advisors serves individual and high-net-worth families by providing discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and tax-aware strategies. The firm manages approximately $32 million for a limited client base, combining in-house portfolio construction with institution-style, complex sub-advisor strategies under its direct oversight.

Nolan Kopkin is the sole advisor at Kopkin Capital Management, LLC in Allen, Texas. He holds a Series 65 designation and has four years of industry experience. Kopkin has managed his firm since 2021 and maintains an academic appointment with the University of Wisconsin System, where he has been involved since 2013. Kopkin Capital Management, LLC is a discretionary investment manager serving pooled vehicles, institutional accounts, individual investors, trusts, and pension plans. The firm employs a momentum-focused, concentrated investment approach, typically holding 4–20 securities selected by a proprietary methodology and emphasizing frequent trading with short- to medium-term holding periods.

Todd Frederick is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience. He is the sole advisor at Stonecreek Private Wealth, LLC, where he has worked since 2022. Prior to that, he held roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Strategic Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a director and silent partner at a women’s kickboxing gym. StoneCreek Private Wealth provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services primarily to individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, businesses, and qualified retirement plans, generally serving larger accounts with a $1 million minimum. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory, utilizing diversified, low-turnover mutual funds and ETFs, with a notable reliance on Dimensional Fund Advisors products.

Wendell Brock is a financial advisor at Yield Financial Advisors in McKinney, TX, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations with 27 years of industry experience. He has been leading De Novo Strategy, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as the executive director of CREED, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Yield Financial Advisors provides comprehensive, fee-based financial planning and consulting services to individuals, professionals, and small business owners. The firm follows a structured five-step engagement process and offers a wrap fee program along with affiliated insurance and tax advisory services.

Christopher Cardinal is the sole advisor at Cardinal Wealth Management LLC in McKinney, TX. He holds a Series 65 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to his advisory career, he worked in behavioral health and nonprofit organizations. Cardinal Wealth Management provides financial planning services to individuals, couples, and families, including professionals with equity compensation and small-business owners. The firm emphasizes a planning-first approach and offers investment management as an optional add-on, utilizing a long-term strategic asset allocation primarily composed of low-cost, broadly diversified index funds.

Stephen Galanakis is the sole advisor at BlackBox Capital Management LLC in Allen, TX, holding a Series 65 license with five years of industry experience. Prior to founding BlackBox Capital Management in 2021, he worked at Nutanix, Pure Storage, and Commvault. Outside of advisory work, he manages a rental property business in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. BlackBox Capital Management is an independent firm providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial strategy to individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm primarily uses diversified ETFs along with select individual equities and bonds, applying both fundamental and technical analysis, and employs option and margin strategies alongside a managed Treasury account for lower-risk investments.

David Machemehl is a financial advisor at Asset Management Corporation in Frisco, TX, with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and worked at Crispian Venture Capital, LLC for 12 years before continuing his advisory role at Asset Management Corporation since 2005. Asset Management Corporation provides investment advisory services to individuals, retirement accounts, trusts, and high-net-worth clients. The firm focuses on tailored portfolio management and offers recommendations on U.S. growth and growth-and-income stocks, bonds, CDs, and money-market instruments, operating primarily on a non-discretionary basis with an individualized asset allocation process.

Phillip Ristau is the sole advisor at Ristau Capital, LLC in Frisco, TX, with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, TIAA-CREF, and Tata Consulting. Outside of his advisory work, he is employed part-time as a rural mail carrier. Ristau Capital, LLC is an independent investment advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients with separately managed equity portfolios. The firm employs fundamental analysis to build concentrated, event-driven portfolios across three strategies and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary services, using performance-based fees for qualified clients alongside asset-based fees.

Adam Bar is a financial advisor at RTB Wealth Advisors, LLC in McKinney, TX, with 9 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at several firms, including Kingswood Wealth Advisors and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of advisory work, he is a published author of the book "Unleash Your Financial Powerhouse." RTB Wealth Advisors, LLC provides investment advisory and comprehensive wealth management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm employs a primarily long-term investment approach based on fundamental analysis, utilizing low-cost mutual funds and ETFs alongside individual securities and alternative investments as appropriate.

Philip Maguire is the sole advisor at Maguire Stewardship Partners, an independent firm based in Allen, TX. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 14 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Smith, Frank & Partners and MassMutual Life Insurance Co. Although licensed as an insurance agent, he does not currently sell insurance products or offer them to his clients. Maguire Stewardship Partners provides investment management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm primarily uses passive portfolio construction complemented by technical analysis and may incorporate third-party managers, offering both project-based and ongoing comprehensive planning.

David Pettus is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience, operating independently through Blue Rock Capital in Allen, TX. He retired from prior work in 2015 and currently manages Blue Rock Capital as its sole advisor. Outside of advisory work, he serves as managing member for two investment-related LLCs, holding a voting role in Front Porch Investments LLC and a minor ownership interest in Bald Eagle Asset Management, LLC. Blue Rock Capital provides discretionary investment advisory and portfolio management services for individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, companies with excess cash, and small-business retirement plans. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach across core asset classes and incorporates both fundamental and technical analysis, typically favoring a long-term, buy-and-hold strategy with periodic rebalancing.

Barron Gray II is the sole advisor at Gray Financial Planning LLC in McKinney, TX, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials with 17 years of industry experience. He founded Gray Financial Planning in 2011. Outside of his advisory work, Mr. Gray owns and manages several short-term vacation rental properties and provides consulting services related to network and phone switch equipment. Gray Financial Planning LLC serves individuals, estates, trusts, and small businesses with financial planning and investment supervisory services. The firm operates primarily on a non-discretionary basis, applying Modern Portfolio Theory with a long-term, buy-and-hold approach using indexes and ETFs, and emphasizes client approval for trade execution.

Michael Smith is a financial advisor at Smith, Michael, Glen with a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. He operates as a sole proprietor and has held various roles in investment and energy-related companies since 2011. Smith, Michael, Glen provides non-discretionary investment advisory services and portfolio management to high-net-worth individuals, foundations, endowments, trusts, qualified plans, and selected institutional accounts. The firm emphasizes fundamental research, tailored asset allocation, and due diligence on third-party portfolio managers, maintaining an operational affiliation with an accounting firm specializing in taxation for high-net-worth clients.

John Gay is a CFP® certificant with 23 years of industry experience. He has been the sole advisor at Frisco Financial Planning, an independent firm in Frisco, TX, since 2004. Frisco Financial Planning serves individuals, businesses, and trustees with fee-for-service financial planning, investment advice, and discretionary asset management. The firm emphasizes asset allocation and diversified exposure primarily through mutual funds and ETFs, tailoring strategies based on client goals and risk tolerance.