John Carpenter
Vice President/Investments
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John has more than 25 years of investment industry experience and joined Stifel in 2020. Prior to joining Stifel, he began his career with Smith Barney in 1995 then moved to Merrill Lynch in 2006. Growing up, John was always fascinated with the stock market and imagined himself professionally involved in some way in the future. Today as a financial advisor, he prides himself in providing highly professional service and personalized guidance to help his clients pursue their goals.
John earned a B.A. in Business from Southwestern University Georgetown Texas and an MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas. He holds Series 7, 31, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as, life, health, and variable insurance licenses (including annuities).
John and his wife, Melissa, were both raised in Dallas and attended Pearce High School. He went to Southwestern University with a baseball scholarship. After coaching his sons for years, John now enjoys watching them play from the sidelines. In his spare time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and woodworking.
John Carpenter
Vice President/Investments
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John has more than 25 years of investment industry experience and joined Stifel in 2020. Prior to joining Stifel, he began his career with Smith Barney in 1995 then moved to Merrill Lynch in 2006. Growing up, John was always fascinated with the stock market and imagined himself professionally involved in some way in the future. Today as a financial advisor, he prides himself in providing highly professional service and personalized guidance to help his clients pursue their goals.
John earned a B.A. in Business from Southwestern University Georgetown Texas and an MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas. He holds Series 7, 31, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as, life, health, and variable insurance licenses (including annuities).
John and his wife, Melissa, were both raised in Dallas and attended Pearce High School. He went to Southwestern University with a baseball scholarship. After coaching his sons for years, John now enjoys watching them play from the sidelines. In his spare time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and woodworking.
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Faisal has more than 15 years of investment industry experience. After spending nine years in Audit & Public Accounting, Faisal realized he needed to switch gears and follow his passion. He made the move to join Morgan Stanley as a Private Banking Advisor in 2015. While at Merrill Lynch, Faisal partnered with Senior Financial Advisor John Carpenter and co-founded the Carpenter, Raza Wealth Management Team. Now at Stifel, Faisal has access to forward-thinking, seasoned professionals, including a nationally recognized research platform and robust wealth planning services, which he leverages to strive to provide his clients with top-tier service.
Faisal earned a B.B.A. in Accounting from Hofstra University and holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, as well as, life, health, and variable insurance licenses (including annuities). Outside the office, Faisal spends most of his time time with his wife, Mehereen, and his three children, Aaryan, Zayn, and Laila.
Faisal Raza
Financial Advisor Associate
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Faisal has more than 15 years of investment industry experience. After spending nine years in Audit & Public Accounting, Faisal realized he needed to switch gears and follow his passion. He made the move to join Morgan Stanley as a Private Banking Advisor in 2015. While at Merrill Lynch, Faisal partnered with Senior Financial Advisor John Carpenter and co-founded the Carpenter, Raza Wealth Management Team. Now at Stifel, Faisal has access to forward-thinking, seasoned professionals, including a nationally recognized research platform and robust wealth planning services, which he leverages to strive to provide his clients with top-tier service.
Faisal earned a B.B.A. in Accounting from Hofstra University and holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, as well as, life, health, and variable insurance licenses (including annuities). Outside the office, Faisal spends most of his time time with his wife, Mehereen, and his three children, Aaryan, Zayn, and Laila.
Cheston Malone
Registered Client Service Associate
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Cheston joined Stifel and the Carpenter Wealth Management Team in 2023. Prior to joining Stifel, he began his career and managed client relationships at Fidelity Investments. Cheston holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses.
Cheston focuses on delivering top-tier service to the team’s clients and support for John and Faisal. His eagerness to grow in gaining more knowledge in the industry, global markets, and investment strategy implementation for the team’s clients has helped the team in its growth efforts. Outside of the office, Cheston enjoys hiking, camping, and traveling.
Cheston Malone
Registered Client Service Associate
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Cheston joined Stifel and the Carpenter Wealth Management Team in 2023. Prior to joining Stifel, he began his career and managed client relationships at Fidelity Investments. Cheston holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses.
Cheston focuses on delivering top-tier service to the team’s clients and support for John and Faisal. His eagerness to grow in gaining more knowledge in the industry, global markets, and investment strategy implementation for the team’s clients has helped the team in its growth efforts. Outside of the office, Cheston enjoys hiking, camping, and traveling.
