Joseph Niehaus is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds the CFA® designation and Series 63 license. Prior to joining Jefferies in 2023, he worked at Golden 1 Credit Union and SAFE Credit Union. He also serves as a part-time lecturer at California State University, Sacramento, teaching a graduate-level financial markets course. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities through a customized planning process that includes balance sheet reviews, tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning.

Eli Gelman is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Jefferies LLC since 2015. Gelman serves as a board member of the MAR JCC, a Jewish community center, and also holds a board position with 80 Home Housing Community, a nonprofit organization. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm follows a customized, collaborative planning process using third-party software and scenario analysis to support goal-based financial planning.

Amanda Parness is a financial advisor with Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC in New York, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Jefferies LLC, Kidron Capital Securities LLC, Spring Advisory Services, Caisse deDepot Du Quebec, Goldpoint Partners LLC, and NYLIFE Distributors LLC. Outside her advisory work, she serves as treasurer of the Columbia Jewish Alumni Association, a nonprofit focused on networking, student support, and combating anti-Semitism on campus. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers a customized, collaborative planning process covering various topics including tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning.

Nicholas Theocharopoulos is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Jefferies and Morgan Stanley. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers a customized, collaborative planning process covering various topics such as tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning.

Michael Mirabelli is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at William Blair for seven years before joining Jefferies in 2023. Mirabelli serves as Treasurer and board member of the John Mott Foundation, a charitable organization providing scholarships to needy children. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC offers fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities through a customized, collaborative planning process.

Vallerie Diaz is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Jefferies in 2025, she worked for Maxwell Medical for 11 years. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC offers fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm follows a customized, collaborative planning process using third-party software to support goal-setting and scenario analysis.

Serena Castellano is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at Jefferies LLC, PwC, K2 Intelligence, Ettain Group, JP Morgan Chase, and Citigroup. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers a range of planning services through a customized, collaborative process supported by third-party financial planning software and probabilistic outcome analysis.

Lydia Nunez Ferrari is a financial advisor with Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Merrill and Morgan Stanley. She serves as secretary on the board of Milagros Hope, a nonprofit focused on providing financial assistance to high school students pursuing college or vocational training. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC offers fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other entities. The firm provides a customized planning process covering topics such as tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning, using tools like eMoneyAdvisor and Monte Carlo simulations to support probability-based financial outcomes.

Ruth Mejia is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Jefferies LLC, Leucadia Asset Management LLC, and Morgan Stanley. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities through a customized, collaborative process that includes a range of planning topics such as tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning.

Harold Batlle is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley and CitiGroup. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to a range of clients including individuals, trusts, estates, and businesses. The firm offers customized planning processes using third-party software and focuses on collaborative goal-setting and periodic plan reviews.

Maxwell Cheng is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Jefferies & Company, Inc. since 2005 and also worked at Leucadia Asset Management LLC for 18 years. He holds the Series 63 designation. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers a customized, collaborative planning process covering a wide range of topics including tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning.

Tatiane Maeda Pascoal is a financial advisor with Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC in New York, NY. She holds a Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience, including eight years at Citigroup and recent roles at Jefferies LLC and LPL Enterprise LLC. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm emphasizes a customized and collaborative planning process using third-party software and scenario analysis, focusing on comprehensive financial planning rather than security-specific investment recommendations.

Michael Cally is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Velocity Capital, LLC and Jefferies LLC. Outside of finance, he has experience working in the hospitality sector at Jake's Bar and Grill. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm follows a customized, collaborative planning process utilizing third-party software and offers a broad range of planning topics including tax, estate, and philanthropic planning.

Christopher Buckman is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and 66 licenses and has worked at Jefferies LLC since 2019, with prior roles including positions at Paulson Investment Company and Teamsters Local 817. Outside of finance, he is a member of the Teamsters Local 817 Union, working as a production assistant on television shows, movies, and concerts. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, and corporations. The firm offers a customized, collaborative planning process supported by third-party software and scenario analysis, while maintaining a clear separation between fiduciary planning and implementation roles.

Arturo Padilla is a CFA® charterholder and holds the Series 66 designation with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently with Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC and has prior experience at HSBC Private Bank and HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. Outside the financial sector, he is a supporter of RAYFORCE LLC, an athletic equipment import and e-commerce business owned by his wife. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a customized, collaborative planning process supported by third-party software and Monte Carlo simulations, while maintaining a distinct separation between fiduciary planning and implementation.

Mathew Shaggura is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Leucadia Asset Management. Outside of finance, he is involved in banquet and catering services as a part-time employee at Surf Club on the Sound. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, and businesses through a customized, collaborative planning process. The firm offers a wide range of planning topics and uses third-party software and simulations to support its recommendations.

Christopher Martin is a CFA® charterholder with 11 years of industry experience. He is currently with Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC, having joined in 2023. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Chase and Rochdale Investment Management. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm employs a customized, collaborative planning process and uses third-party financial planning software to support scenario analysis and goal-based recommendations.

Lester Kuan is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers a customized, collaborative planning process that includes balance sheet and cash flow reviews, tax and estate planning, executive compensation analysis, and philanthropic planning.

William Salotto is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Brown Brothers Harriman. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers customized, collaborative planning that includes a variety of topics such as tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning, utilizing third-party software and scenario analysis to support its process.

Romel Rodriguez is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at Jefferies since 2023, having previously been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley from 2014 to 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of H&2R Group LLC. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers a customized, collaborative planning process using third-party software and probability-based outcome simulations, while separating its fiduciary planning role from implementation services.