Vanessa Garcia is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Charles Schwab Bank since 2018, and her prior experience includes roles at Carmax, Sephora Inside JCPenney, Papered Kiss, and Fullscreen Inc. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm’s investment guidance is based on internal research tools and asset-allocation models, with trade executions requiring client authorization.

Yikedes Zerihun is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Upgrade, Inc., and other firms. Outside of his advisory role, Zerihun serves as a judge and organizer for Muay Thai competitions in Arizona with the USMTA organization. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm’s guidance relies on standard asset-allocation models and internal research tools, with recommendations tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerance.

Alexandre Shappell is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with three years of industry experience, currently with Schwab Wealth Advisory in Phoenix, AZ. His prior experience includes roles at Goldbook Financial and work in education at Barrett, The Honors College. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients by providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations. The firm’s guidance is based on Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools, with at-least-annual reviews tailored to each client’s goals and risk tolerance.

Derek Mehlhorn is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with seven years of industry experience. He currently serves with Schwab Wealth Advisory and Charles Schwab, where he has worked since 2019. Prior to his financial advisory career, he was involved with Make-A-Wish Foundation International for six years. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm utilizes Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools to offer tailored recommendations and typically recommends separately managed accounts by third-party or affiliated managers.

Charles Suarez is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Schwab Wealth Advisory since 2023 and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2014. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm uses standard asset-allocation models and internal research tools, with recommendations tailored annually to clients' goals and risk tolerance.

Scott Strehlow is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 63 license. His prior work includes time with Vanguard Advisers and multiple roles within the Charles Schwab organization. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain referrals from Charles Schwab & Co., providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations based on proprietary asset-allocation models and internal research. The firm focuses on client-authorized trading and typically recommends separately managed accounts managed by third-party or affiliated managers.

David Kay Jr. is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving at Schwab Wealth Advisory. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab and Vanguard Group. Outside of his advisory work, he manages short-term rental properties through Dream Stays LLC. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and select referrals. The firm utilizes Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools to deliver tailored investment recommendations without exercising discretionary trading authority.

Kyle Ingram is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he worked at Troon North Golf Club for four years and spent several years in full-time education. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm utilizes Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and research tools to deliver tailored recommendations, while trades require client authorization.

Kyle Mendoza is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2024 and has prior experience at Wells Fargo and Target. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning primarily to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and select referred clients. Its approach involves customized, at-least-annual reviews using internal research tools and asset-allocation models, with trades executed only upon client authorization.

Kelly Arakaki is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Before joining Schwab Wealth Advisory in 2014, Arakaki worked at USAA Financial Planning Services and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients by providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations based on Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools.

Reynaldo Sandoval is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank and serves as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. In addition to his advisory role, he works seasonally as a driver for a logistics company in the Phoenix area. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily for clients in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and select referred clients. The firm’s investment guidance is based on Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and research tools, offering tailored recommendations without exercising discretionary trading authority.

Barnabas Choe is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Quicken Loans. In 2023, he was involved with Ubiquitous Bookkeeping Services LLC. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily for clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program or referred by Charles Schwab & Co. The firm’s recommendations are based on internal research and asset-allocation models, with client authorization required for trades.

Michael Foster is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Naviigo LLC, where he served as CEO overseeing the development of a travel experience mobile app. Foster has been with Charles Schwab & Co. since 2018 and Schwab Wealth Advisory since 2022. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, using Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools. The firm offers tailored, point-in-time wealth management consultations with a focus on client authorization for all trades.

Rachel Schmidt is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. with two years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. She previously worked at Cetera Investment Advisers LLC and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as adjunct faculty at Grand Canyon University, grading homework assignments for the College of Engineering. Schwab Wealth Advisory serves clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients, providing non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations. The firm’s advice is based on Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and internal research, with client authorization required for trades.

Justin Fitzpatrick is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been in the industry for less than one year, previously working at LPL Financial and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. outside of advisory roles, he has experience with the National Restaurant Association and has pursued full-time education. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and select Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm’s approach relies on Schwab’s internal asset allocation models and research tools, offering tailored, point-in-time guidance without exercising discretionary trading authority.

Christine Leach is a financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Charles Schwab and related entities since 1997, including over two decades at Charles Schwab Bank. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain referred clients, using Charles Schwab & Co.’s asset-allocation models and research tools. The firm emphasizes client authorization for trades and typically recommends separately managed accounts overseen by third-party or affiliated money managers.

Sophia Shorbe is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2023. Prior to her current role, her background includes positions in education and conference center management. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program or referred by Charles Schwab & Co. The firm uses standardized asset-allocation models and internal research tools to guide investment selection, with recommendations tailored to each client’s goals and risk tolerance.

Travis Mott is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving at Schwab Wealth Advisory. He has been with Charles Schwab & Co. and Schwab Wealth Advisory since 2018 and previously worked at USAA Financial Planning Services and related affiliates for over a decade. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily to clients in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm’s advice is based on standardized asset-allocation models and internal research tools, with a focus on client goals and risk tolerance, and it operates without discretionary trading authority.

Trevor Sharp is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Schwab Wealth Advisory in Phoenix, AZ, accumulating seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab Wealth Advisory in 2025, he worked with Charles Schwab since 2018 and held various roles in companies including Royal Truck Body and Origami Owl LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Sharp owns and operates DBM Vending Services LLC, a local vending machine business. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm’s advice is based on Charles Schwab’s asset allocation models and research tools, offering tailored recommendations with at-least-annual reviews.

Andrew Steinberg is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. He is currently with Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. and has previously worked at D.A. Davidson & Co., LPL Financial LLC, and Charles Schwab in various capacities. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice and financial planning to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients, using proprietary asset allocation models and research tools to tailor recommendations. The firm does not exercise discretionary trading authority and typically recommends separately managed accounts managed by third parties or affiliates.