Meet Our Team

Bio : 

With 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Melanie Weischwill believes that every person deserves a financial plan as unique as their goals and circumstances. She brings a deep commitment to her clients, offering personalized guidance that goes far beyond investments—encompassing tax strategies, retirement income, cash flow planning, healthcare needs, and more.

A 1996 graduate of Texas A&M University, Melanie holds FINRA Series 7 and 63 securities registrations through LPL Financial, along with life and health insurance licenses. Based in Victoria, Texas, she works with individuals, families, nonprofits, and foundations across the state.

Melanie specializes in retirement planning and is passionate about helping clients create strategies for lasting, income throughout retirement. Using a personalized roadmap approach, she helps clients bridge the gap between where they are today and where they want to be in the future.

Outside the office, Melanie enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and two sons—one a member of the Texas A&M Bass Fishing Team and the other a senior at St. Joseph High School. Her firm, South Star Wealth Management, is deeply rooted in the community and prioritizes supporting local charities and events.  Giving back is a core value of SSWM, and the firm takes pride in investing not only in clients’ futures but in the future of the community it serves. Melanie and her family are members of Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church.

Bio :

Caleb Staudt is a Partner and Financial Advisor with South Star Wealth Management, bringing more than 15 years of experience in help individuals and families with their goals to invest and transition their wealth. Since entering the financial services industry in 2008, Caleb has earned a reputation for strategic, client-focused guidance rooted in integrity and long-term relationships. Originally hired as an advisor by First Victoria National Bank he was a founding partner of South Star Wealth Management in 2016.

A graduate of St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Caleb was a four-year letterman on the baseball team and was honored as Conference Pitcher of the Year. He holds both the Series 7 and Series 65 securities licenses with LPL Financial, which allow him to advise on a wide range of investment strategies and financial planning needs.

Caleb is deeply invested in his local community. He serves as a board member of the Victoria 100 Club and has previously held leadership roles as Board President and Campaign Chair of the Crossroads United Way. His past board service also includes the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent and Perpetual Help Home.

Outside of work, Caleb enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He is a self-described “outdoor enthusiast” and a member of the Texas Southwest Cattle Raiser Association. He brings the same commitment to family and community that he brings to every client relationship.

The financial landscape is increasingly complex and many clients are left feeling overwhelmed when making investment and planning decisions on their own. A lifelong student of finance, Caleb views himself as a customer advocate whose primary goal is to build unique investment strategies that fit his customers’ unique life goals.

Caleb seeks to build long-lasting relationships through service-oriented interaction with his clients. Largely serving families who are business owners, retirees, and community leaders, he specializes in planning and managing his clients through key life events: the sale of a business, retirement, or philanthropic giving.

Located in Victoria, Caleb serves clients throughout the state of Texas and beyond. 

Jayce Serrano brings nearly a decade of experience at South Star Wealth Management, where he is dedicated to providing clients with strategic financial guidance tailored to their individual goals. With a deep understanding of the complexities within the investment and financial markets, Jayce works closely with clients to create clear, actionable plans that reflect their unique objectives and ambitions. His commitment is to empower clients to make informed financial decisions with confidence.

Serving clients across Texas and the United States, Jayce operates out of offices in Victoria and Edna, delivering professional advice and personalized service. He is a graduate of Texas Lutheran University, where he earned a degree in Business with a concentration in Finance. Jayce holds multiple professional licenses, including FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 Securities Registrations currently held with LPL Financial, along with life and health insurance licenses.

In addition to his professional life, Jayce is an active member of his community. He has held leadership roles such as President of First English Lutheran Church, President-Elect of the Victoria Northside Rotary Club, and Vice President of the Edna Lions Club. He is also deeply involved in the church’s annual Heritage Day event, which raises funds to support local organizations in need.

Outside of his professional and community responsibilities, Jayce is dedicated to maintaining an active lifestyle. He enjoys exercising, spending quality time with his family and friends, and exploring new destinations with his wife Hannah.