Bruce Levitus is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at OSAIC for 21 years and spent time at DJK Consulting before joining his current firm. Outside of his advisory role, he volunteers for the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, organizing fundraising activities linked to his hobbies of paddling and skiing. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm utilizes a combination of firm and third-party models to develop tailored investment strategies, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management across multiple platforms.

Richard Mireles is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 credential and with 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Independent Financial Group since 2010 and has additional experience providing seasonal tax preparation services for H&R Block since 2009 and operating Mireles Tax Services since 2008. Mireles is also licensed as a life and health insurance agent and has worked as a real estate agent since 1996. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate and pension/profit-sharing plans. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan services using both firm-developed and third-party models across various risk profiles.

Nathan Moore is a CFA® credentialed advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC in San Diego, CA. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at EbitDATA CRE and The Niki Group. Independent Financial Group, LLC offers investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm uses firm- and third-party models to develop client strategies, combining strategic asset allocation with multi-manager portfolios that include both passive and active investments.

Cristina Michel is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with five years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at LPL Financial, LLC and Independent Capital Management (Sage Point Financial). Outside of finance, she has been involved with Gelato Paradiso and the Sherman Heights Community Center. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate plans. The firm employs a combination of firm- and third-party models to develop client strategies and offers a range of portfolio management services across various risk profiles.

Abbey Eastham is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cetera and Realta Equities. Eastham is also associated with Realta Investment Advisors, Inc. as an Investment Advisor Representative. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning and portfolio management through various platforms and programs, employing both active and passive strategies tailored to client risk profiles.

Christina Woodford is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Crown Capital Securities, LP for 24 years. She is also employed by Timothy Hayes Financial & Insurance Services, where she manages administrative duties and serves as a fixed annuity sales agent. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate plans. The firm uses a combination of firm- and third-party investment models and offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management across various platforms.

James Yee is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC in San Diego, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Independent Financial Group, he worked at Green Retirement and also operated a knife sharpening business. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services, using both firm- and third-party models to tailor strategies according to client risk profiles.

Richard Soennichsen is a CFP® with 41 years of industry experience, currently serving at Independent Financial Group, LLC since 2024. His prior roles include tenures at Grove Point Advisors, LLC, Grove Point Investments, LLC, H. Beck, Inc., and AFA Advisor Services LLC. He is also a licensed California insurance agent with experience dating back to 1985. Independent Financial Group, LLC offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans. The firm employs a combination of strategic asset allocation, multi-manager portfolios, and both passive and active exposures to develop client strategies through discretionary and non-discretionary management platforms.

Troy Pearson is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Independent Financial Group since 2004. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate and pension plans. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, utilizing both firm- and third-party models to tailor investment strategies based on client risk tolerances.

Brett Little is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Independent Financial Group since 2008 and worked previously at EPlanning Advisors Inc. from 2006 to 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Little Business Wealth Advisors, a California corporation offering life, health, long-term care, and disability insurance. Independent Financial Group provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate plans. The firm employs a combination of strategic asset allocation, multi-manager portfolios, and ongoing due diligence, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management through various platforms and third-party programs.

Sandra Pappalardo is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 39 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, Financial Sense Securities, Inc., and Cuso Financial Services, LP. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate plans. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management through various platforms, and employs a combination of strategic asset allocation and multi-manager portfolios using both passive and active investment exposures.

Erick Montiel is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC for nine years before joining his current firm in 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved consultatively in a family business and shares responsibilities related to a commercial property investment. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse clientele, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate and retirement plans. The firm uses a combination of firm- and third-party investment models, strategic asset allocation, and both active and passive portfolio management to develop tailored client strategies.

John Foster is a CFP® with 34 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Independent Financial Group, LLC since 2026. His prior experience includes roles at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life, where he worked for 20 years. Outside of advisory services, he teaches financial professionals at Guardian on the Living Balance Sheet software and is also engaged in authoring books. Independent Financial Group, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and pension plans, offering financial planning and portfolio management through multiple platforms and third-party managers. The firm combines strategic asset allocation with active and passive investment approaches, providing tailored client strategies developed by its Investment Adviser Representatives.

Dena Schwartz is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 29 years of industry experience. Her prior firms include LPL Financial, Wells Fargo Investments, and Mutual Service Corporation. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate and pension plans. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management across multiple platforms, and utilizes a combination of passive and active investment strategies tailored to client risk profiles.

Jerald Van Houten is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 28 years of industry experience. His prior affiliations include Cetera Wealth Services, Cetera Advisor Networks, and Cetera. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in teaching and coaching through organizations such as Kingdom Advisors and the John Maxwell Group, and he serves as Central Valley Chapter President for the Main Street Chamber. Independent Financial Group, LLC offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutions. The firm provides financial planning and portfolio management using both firm and third-party models, combining strategic asset allocation with ongoing manager due diligence.

Suzette Lawrence is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 30 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at D.A. Davidson & Co. and Crowell, Weedon & Co. Lawrence also serves as a Girl Scout troop leader and is involved with several nonprofit scholarship foundations. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of portfolio management options and employs a model-based approach combining strategic asset allocation with both passive and active investment exposures.

Monica Gooding is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. She previously worked at LPL Financial, LLC for 10 years before joining Independent Financial Group in 2018. Independent Financial Group provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate plans. The firm offers a range of portfolio management solutions and uses both firm- and third-party models to develop client strategies based on assessed risk tolerances.

Chad Cristo is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He worked at Putnam Retail Management for 30 years before joining Independent Financial Group in 2022. Independent Financial Group, LLC offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning and portfolio management through multiple platforms, utilizing a combination of firm- and third-party models as well as strategic asset allocation across various risk profiles.

Ronny Inniger is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and over 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at U.S. Bancorp Investments, Securities America, and Bank of the West. Outside of financial advising, Inniger is involved in several ventures, including ownership of a bar and grill in El Cajon, representation of college athletes for endorsements and sponsorships, and roles in sports alliances focused on athlete and professional development. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm employs a combination of strategic asset allocation, multi-manager portfolios, and both passive and active investment exposures to tailor client strategies.

Kevin Keefe is a CFA® charterholder with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC. He previously worked at Realta Investment Advisors, Inc., Realta Equities, Inc., and BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC. He serves as a board member for FMT Solutions, a non-investment-related role. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and corporate plans. The firm combines strategic asset allocation and multi-manager portfolios across active and passive exposures, supporting advisors who utilize both firm- and third-party models to tailor client investment strategies.

Brett Saddler is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 license and 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Crown Capital Securities, Ameriprise, and several other financial services firms. He also works as an independent contractor selling life insurance outside of his advisory role. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary and third-party models for portfolio management, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services across multiple platforms.

Ian Buxbaum is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with 9 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network and Capital One Advisors. Ian is based in San Diego, CA. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and pension plans. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services using both its own and third-party models, combining active and passive investment approaches.

Camryn Bolek is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Anthropologie and KPMG. Outside of her advisory role, she occasionally dog sits for friends and family. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans. The firm offers financial planning and portfolio management using both firm- and third-party models, combining passive and active strategies across standard risk profiles.

Colin Andrews is a CFA® charterholder with two years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC in San Diego, CA. Prior to this role, he held positions at Diversy Fund Inc., McKinney Capital, and Viasat Inc., among others. He is also affiliated with California State University of San Marcos. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a combination of firm- and third-party investment models, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan services across various risk profiles.

Benjamin Shepherd is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Mulligan Funding, MML Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Company, and American Internet Mortgage. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans. The firm offers a range of services such as financial planning, portfolio management through various platforms, third-party asset manager programs, and retirement plan services, utilizing both firm- and third-party investment models tailored to client risk tolerances.

Edward Watson is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Independent Financial Group since 2011 and previously spent 12 years at Charles Schwab. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a combination of firm- and third-party models to develop client strategies, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through multiple platforms.

Brian Dennen is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 25 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Financial, Ally Invest Advisors, Wealthfront Advisers, and several other firms. Outside of advisory services, he is an officer and director at RAMONA WOODWORX LLC, a company involved in marketing and sales of outdoor furniture. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans. The firm offers financial planning and portfolio management through various platforms and employs a model-driven approach that combines strategic asset allocation with active and passive investment exposures.

Timothy Hayes is a CFP® with 53 years of industry experience, currently serving at Independent Financial Group, LLC since 2024. He previously worked at Crown Capital Securities, LP for 25 years and has operated his own investment and insurance business, Timothy Hayes Financial, since 1975. His other activities include ownership and management of Timothy Hayes Financial and Insurance Services, Inc., involved in the sale of fixed annuities and life insurance. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of firm- and third-party models for portfolio management, integrating strategic asset allocation with active and passive exposures across various risk profiles.

Kelsey Hasterlik is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently with Independent Financial Group, LLC since 2018. Prior to joining Independent Financial Group, she worked at Emerson Equity LLC, Nelson Brothers Professional Real Estate, Shopoff Securities, Inc., SGL Investment Advisors, Inc., and Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC. She also provides consulting services as an independent contractor to Mountain View Capital, LLC. Independent Financial Group, LLC serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension/profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning and portfolio management through multiple platforms and employs a combination of strategic asset allocation, multi-manager portfolios, and ongoing due diligence in its investment approach.

Matthew Sessa is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked with Timothy Hayes Financial & Investment Services Inc. and Crown Capital Securities, LP. Outside of financial advising, he is a licensed health insurance agent, a notary public, and an enrolled agent preparing taxes. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension/profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a combination of strategic asset allocation and manager selection across passive and active exposures to deliver tailored investment solutions using both firm- and third-party models.

Colby Taylor is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Before joining Independent Financial Group in 2018, he worked at Deloitte from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, Taylor provides marketing consulting services as an independent contractor for AlphaSights. Independent Financial Group offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans, utilizing a combination of firm- and third-party investment models across multiple platforms.

Scott Heising is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, based in San Diego, CA, and has 30 years of industry experience. He has worked with Independent Financial Group, LLC and related entities since 2003 and serves as president of Independent Financial Group, Inc. Aside from advisory work, he dedicates time to his role as president of this insurance holding company. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional plans. The firm utilizes a combination of firm- and third-party investment models, with strategic asset allocation and both active and passive exposures across risk profiles.

Jeremy Laub is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Commonwealth Financial Network, and Monarch Retirement Group. Outside of finance, he performs live music as an independent contractor. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of strategic asset allocation and manager selection across active and passive strategies, offering financial planning and portfolio management through multiple platforms.

Paul Cotofana is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC in San Diego, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Independent Financial Group in 2021, he worked at SagePoint Financial from 2009 to 2021. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate and pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions utilizing both firm- and third-party models, combining passive and active investment exposures tailored to client risk profiles.