Nestor Vicknair is the founder and leader of VMT Wealth Management, a nationally recognized financial advisory team headquartered in Houston. With over 30 years of experience, Nestor built his team with a singular purpose: to provide a preeminent wealth management experience to entrepreneurs, executives, retirees, and their family members, founded on exceptional service, professionalism, and consistency.

An engineer by training, Nestor relishes the opportunity to simplify complexity, clarify uncertainty, and deliver tangible value to clients and their family members. He believes that anticipatory service is the hallmark of his team’s outreach and offerings. A skilled leader, he surrounds each client with a dedicated team that is sensitive to his or her unique needs, values, and goals. Through consistent processes, clear communication, and unwavering service, Nestor strives to deliver integrated wealth planning, analysis, and strategies designed to help clients pursue their objectives efficiently.

Nestor began his financial services career with the Merrill Lynch Private Client Group in 1992 and has earned a number of distinguished accolades during his tenure. He has been recognized by:

• Forbes “America’s Top Wealth Advisors” list* from 2016 through 2024, ranking #1 in Texas on the 2021 through 2024 lists (Published in April 2023-2024. Rankings based on data as of June of the previous year. Years pre-dating 2023, published annually Aug - Oct. Rankings based on data as of March - June of current year.)
• Forbes "Best in State Wealth Advisors" list** from 2018 through 2024, ranking #1 Advisor in Texas on the 2018 through 2024 lists (Published annually Jan - April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
• Barron's “America’s Top 1,200 Financial Advisors” list*** from 2014 through 2024 (Published annually in February. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of prior year.)

Nestor earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Louisiana State University. He holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ (The Institute) in conjunction with the Wharton School.

Nestor and his wife Kim live in Houston and have two children – their daughter, Morgan, and their son, Cole. In his free time, Nestor enjoys exploring the Texas Hill Country with his family.

*2024 Forbes “America’s Top Wealth Advisors” list. Opinions provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC and is based on in-person, virtual and telephone due-diligence meetings that measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, credentials, compliance records, firm nominations, assets under management and Firm-generated revenue (investment performance is not a criterion). SHOOK’s rankings are available for client evaluation only, are not indicative of future performance and do not represent any one client's experience and available for investor help in evaluating the right financial advisor. Compensation was not received from anyone for the study. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Details available at the SHOOK Research website. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

**2024 Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list. Opinions provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC and is based on in-person, virtual and telephone due-diligence meetings that measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, credentials, compliance records, firm nominations, assets under management and Firm-generated revenue (investment performance is not a criterion). SHOOK’s rankings are available for client evaluation only, are not indicative of future performance and do not represent any one client's experience and available for investor help in evaluating the right financial advisor. Compensation was not received from anyone for the study. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Details available at the SHOOK Research website. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

 ***2024 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors” list. Opinions are Barron’s who evaluated advisors with a minimum of seven years financial services experience and employed at their current firm for at least one year. Ranking spots determined by each state's population and wealth. Other quantitative and qualitative measures include assets under management, revenues generated for the firm, quality of practice, regulatory records, internal company documents and 100-plus points of advisor-provided data. Rankings do not reflect any one client's experience, endorse any advisor and do not guarantee future investment success. Compensation was not received from anyone for the study. Barron’s is a trademark of Dow Jones & Company, Inc. All rights reserved.

Kyle Kelley is a leader of VMT Wealth Management, a nationally recognized financial advisory team headquartered in Houston. Kyle provides customized wealth strategy and integrated advice to individuals and families, helping them address their priorities and pursue their goals more efficiently. Committed to client success, Kyle is skilled in helping clients harness the opportunities and resources at their disposal. He leads a multi-disciplinary approach that encompasses investment management, retirement planning, trust and estate planning services, cash-flow analysis, higher education saving, and charitable giving, among others. Forward thinking, Kyle is adept in anticipating critical junctures in clients’ personal and professional wealth, allowing them to make informed decisions about their lives and legacies.

Kyle has earned national accolades as a Financial Advisor:

• Forbes “America’s Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list* from 2018 - 2023 (Published annually July - Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.)
• Forbes “Top Best-in-State Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list** in 2019 and 2022 and 2023, ranking #1 in Texas on the 2022 and 2023 lists (Published annually Aug - Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.)
• Forbes “America’s Best-In-State Wealth Advisors” list*** from 2021 - 2024 (Published annually Jan-April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)

Kyle believes strongly in simple precepts: hard work, consistent communication, a relentless emphasis on quality, and ongoing stewardship. He takes great satisfaction in helping clients resolve complexity and heighten transparency, so they can pursue their long-term aspirations with confidence and poise.

Kyle earned his B.A. in Economics from Rice University, where he was captain of the Varsity Golf Team. He remains a loyal Owl and is involved in a number of alumni organizations. Kyle serves as a member of the Houston Open Committee, which strives to promote a positive impact on the Houston community through the game of golf.

In his free time, he is an avid golfer and outdoorsman. He and his wife, Anne, enjoy spending time with their sons, Henry and James, and black lab, Mia.

*Forbes “America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list. Opinions provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC considered advisors born in 1984 or later with a minimum 4 years as an advisor. Advisors have built their practices, lead their own teams, joined teams, are considered future leaders, or combinations thereof. Ranking is based on in-person and telephone due-diligence meetings that measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, compliance records, firm nominations, assets under management and Firm-generated revenue (investment performance is not a criterion). Shook’s rankings do not reflect all client experiences, endorse any advisor, indicate future performance and are available for client evaluation only. Compensation was not received from anyone for the study. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Details available at www.SHOOKresearch.com. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

**Forbes “Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” list. Opinions provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC considered advisors born in 1984 or later with a minimum 4 years as an advisor. Advisors have built their practices, lead their own teams, joined teams, are considered future leaders, or combinations thereof. Ranking is based on in-person and telephone due-diligence meetings that measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, compliance records, firm nominations, assets under management and Firm-generated revenue (investment performance is not a criterion). Shook’s rankings do not reflect all client experiences, endorse any advisor, indicate future performance and are available for client evaluation only. Compensation was not received from anyone for the study. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Details available at www.SHOOKresearch.com. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

***Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list. Opinions provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC and is based on in-person, virtual and telephone due-diligence meetings that measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, credentials, compliance records, firm nominations, assets under management and Firm-generated revenue (investment performance is not a criterion). SHOOK’s rankings are available for client evaluation only, are not indicative of future performance and do not represent any one client's experience and available for investor help in evaluating the right financial advisor. Compensation was not received from anyone for the study. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Details available at the SHOOK Research website. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

Trust, fiduciary, and investment management services, including assets managed by the Specialty Asset Management Team, are provided by Bank of America, N.A., Member FDIC, and wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation (“BofA Corp.”), and its agents.

Darin is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor with VMT Wealth Management. He has been named to Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list* from 2018 through 2024 (Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year). He manages personal wealth and portfolio strategy for a select group of families, retirees, corporate executives and business owners in the Houston area and around the country. He coordinates wealth management objectives with his clients’ outside advisors including attorneys, tax professionals and insurance experts that are pre-screened by him and his team. Darin started his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in the downtown Houston office in 1998. All of his years in the financial industry have been with Merrill.

Darin is a four-year letterman on the Rice University men’s tennis team, and he enjoys the sport today. He lives in Houston, Texas with his wife and three children.

*Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list. Opinions provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC and is based on in-person, virtual and telephone due-diligence meetings that measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, credentials, compliance records, firm nominations, assets under management and Firm-generated revenue (investment performance is not a criterion). SHOOK’s rankings are available for client evaluation only, are not indicative of future performance and do not represent any one client's experience and available for investor help in evaluating the right financial advisor. Compensation was not received from anyone for the study. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Details available at the SHOOK Research website. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.