Michael Alexander

Concert Financial Planning is designed for BigLaw attorneys, who feel like their life is going “live” and need to take action to manage their finances. There are many reasons that people find themselves looking for help, each one specific to their own story and situation. Whatever your reasons may be, I created Concert Financial Planning to help you organize your finances and get on the right path to achieving your goals. I named the firm “Concert” for two reasons: One, it speaks to my personality and passion outside of work, in that I’ve played music since I was 9 years old. But more importantly, it speaks to the need to have all of the different aspects of your financial life work together “in concert”. I help you create a comprehensive strategy that looks at your cash flow, budget, retirement plan at work, investment accounts, student loans, emergency funds, insurance, estate plan (yes, you need one), tax strategy, and so much more. All of these things need to work together in order for any of them to be effective. While a lot of these things sound boring compared to the excitement (or anxiety) that come along with investing, they are important. The good news is that by working with a professional, you can offload much of the day-to-day work that is required to maintain a financial plan, and instead focus on the things in life that are more important to you. That is why I’m here. My formal background is this: I grew up in a family of financial professionals (grandfather, dad, and brother). I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in Economics and have been working in the financial services industry ever since (15+ years). During that time, I not only obtained the requisite licenses, but earned rigorous certifications focused on financial planning (CFP®) and investment management (CFA®). After working with clients that were financial advisors themselves at large bank brokerages and independent firms across the country, I launched Concert Financial Planning to focus on what I found to be an under-served market: you! My goal is to help high income individuals and families get on the right track early on so that they can avoid pitfalls and missed opportunities that can add up by the time most people get help, in or near retirement. I hope you’ll reach out so we can discuss what prompted your search for an advisor that identifies with your stage in life and is eager to help you navigate “When Life Goes Live”!

New Heights Planning is a fee-only financial advising firm specializing in oil and gas professionals. Our clients work at Shell, Hess, Chevron, EOG, Oxy, and More. Our Financial Independence Framework combines modern financial planning and investment management to help you reduce your taxes, invest smarter, and be prepared for retirement. I spent 14 years at Shell as an engineer and a leader. I know what it's like to be a professional at a large energy company: fascinating work, great people, and excellent pay, accompanied by frequent lay-offs, corporate bureaucracy, and never-ending meetings. My favorite part was helping people realize the career they desired. Now, I help people optimize their finances to realize the life they desire. I chose to leave Shell and transition into financial advising to go from work I liked to work I love. Before starting New Heights Planning, I built financial plans for high-net-worth individuals and families at Asset Management Advisors. I later founded New Heights Planning to do this for those I like working with the most, Shell and other oil and gas professionals. I am committed to learning and continuing my education to serve you best. I have: -Completed the financial planning program at Rice University and am a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional. -Passed the Series 65 exam -Received the CRPC® designation from the College for Financial Planning -Joined the Financial Planning Association (FPA), the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), and the XY Planning Network New Heights Planning is not endorsed by nor affiliated with Shell or any other oil and gas company. Read Trevor's blog here: https://newheightsplanning.com/videos/

Serving the wealth management needs of individuals and families with financial complexity in their lives is Justin's mission, leading him to found Integrity Road Wealth Partners, a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor firm. To learn more about Integrity Road Wealth, please visit www.integrityroadwealth.com. The clients Justin serves appreciate the importance of having a “Personal CFO” with integrity on their team as they seek to navigate financial life on purpose. Justin’s attention to detail, servant’s heart, concern about charging reasonable fees, and efforts to bring clients peace of mind with a clear “action plan” attracts affluent retirees, multigenerational families, charitably-inclined women who are the primary decision-maker for the household, blended families, and trusts seeking to meet their lifetime and legacy goals, transferring wealth well to the next generations after providing for their personal objectives. The firm also serves high-achieving executives, business owners, engineers, attorneys, pilots and other successful professionals as they prepare for a season of more financial flexibility. In his most recent role as a Wealth Advisor at a national Registered Investment Advisor, Justin advised over 100 primarily high-income and affluent households on an ongoing basis as their primary advisor and financial planner. Prior to the advisor role at the national firm, Justin was Director of Financial Planning at a boutique Registered Investment Advisor in Houston. As Director of Financial Planning, Justin served the holistic wealth management needs of high-income and wealthy families. Alongside of his client advisory responsibilities, Justin was responsible for the company’s portfolio management, reporting, strategic planning, and operations functions. Justin first became interested in personal finance when he was about eight years old, buying his first stock. At Liberty University, Justin earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Financial Planning, graduating Summa Cum Laude on a three-year track. After college, Justin pursued the licensing and advanced certifications required to serve clients effectively. As a Certified Financial Planner® Professional and Certified Kingdom Advisor®, Justin completed training, advanced examination, and a residency-like program before becoming certified. Justin is also an Investment Adviser Representative, having completed the Series 65.

Jin Huang is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she began her career in financial services in 2017. In her role, she assists clients in developing personalized wealth management strategies by taking a comprehensive, client-focused approach. Jin emphasizes listening to her clients’ individual goals to help them make informed decisions across a range of areas including family wealth management, retirement planning, tax minimization, and investment strategies. She also serves clients with interests in small business planning, sports and entertainment, and services for defined benefit plans. Jin holds a Bachelor’s degree from Xiangtan University, a Master’s degree from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and a Doctorate degree from the University System of Ohio. She is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in both Chinese and English. Jin is involved with the Asian Chamber of Commerce Houston and supports community initiatives such as the Mandarin Immersion Magnetic School. Outside of work, she enjoys dancing, spending time with her family, playing table tennis, traveling, and volunteering locally.

Nai An Lee is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She collaborates one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping them pursue their long-term goals. Nai An offers access to investment insights from Merrill as well as banking and lending solutions from Bank of America. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, legacy planning, managing new wealth, and women and wealth. Nai An holds a Bachelor's Degree from Baylor University and has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Nai An participates in community activities through volunteering with local organizations, following the tradition of Merrill's involvement in the communities it serves. She communicates with clients in English, Chinese, and Mandarin.