Johnny Castaneda is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise in Gonzales, CA, and has 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written Recommendation Reports. The firm serves clients through a large institutional platform that includes advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Alex Minelli is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America prior to joining J.P. Morgan. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research, incorporating ESG criteria and broad derivatives capabilities.

Juan Maranon is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Salinas, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMC Bank, he worked at Wells Fargo in various capacities for ten years and served in the United States Marine Corps for eight years. Outside of finance, he is a partner and owner of two small businesses: E.M. Studios, an embroidery and graphic printing company, and Country Wildflower & Company, a retail store specializing in western apparel and accessories. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a selective wealth advisor program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm employs a research-driven advisory process supported by centralized due diligence and offers a broad range of asset management services, including derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Tony Minami is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Salinas, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Royal Alliance since 2012 and operates a sole proprietorship involved in selling insurance and annuities. Outside of his advisory work, Minami is active as a rideshare driver for Lyft and Uber and creates content for a YouTube channel. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering a broad range of brokerage and advisory services with a focus on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization. The firm supports various investor types through a multi-advisor platform that includes comprehensive financial planning and third-party money manager programs.

Jacob Torres is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He brings over 15 years of experience in the financial industry to his role, where he collaborates with clients to develop strategies aligned with their long-term financial objectives. His work centers on guiding clients through every stage of their financial journey. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Jacob held roles at Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo Private Bank, including positions as Wealth Management Associate, Trust Associate, Private Banking Associate, and Personal Banker. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional life, Jacob has interests in fishing, movies, museums, photography, and traveling.

Andres Gomez is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Equitable Advisors, LLC. Outside of finance, he has pursued unpaid acting and modeling since his teenage years and continues to develop this creative interest alongside his advisory role. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach includes written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies, with implementation conducted on a non-discretionary basis.

Joseph Irwin is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has prior experience with PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of advising, he works as an apprentice land surveyor with Central Coast Surveyors. Primerica Advisors is a large institutional firm serving primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm offers a wrap-fee asset management program that utilizes model-delivery strategies developed by unaffiliated asset managers and provides custody and trade execution services through established custodians.

John Mera is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Monterey, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and having 24 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial and its predecessor firm since 2006 and previously worked at Morgan Stanley from 2003 to 2006. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third‑party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jennifer Metcalf serves as Vice President, Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2021. She collaborates with clients to develop efficient financial plans aimed at providing peace of mind, placing clients at the center of the relationship. Jennifer holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification and a Bachelor's degree in Finance, cum laude. Her career spans over two decades in the financial industry, including positions as a Financial Advisor at RBC Wealth Management, Merrill Lynch, John Hancock, and MetLife Financial Services, as well as a Compliance Manager at John Hancock. She is licensed with the California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Jennifer engages in personal interests such as camping, football, hiking, photography, and singing.

Juan Aldama is a financial advisor with Merrill in Salinas, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2011, totaling 15 years with these firms. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a power of attorney position in a non-investment related entity. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Frank Koucky III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2009 and previously spent eight years at Wells Fargo Clearing. He operates a separate business entity named Blair Financial Group, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management services, combining advisory platforms with non-advisory financial activities and oversight of substantial discretionary assets.

Kai Langenberg is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019. Prior to that, he was affiliated with Farmers Financial Solutions and Farmers Insurance. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services primarily to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and offers access to a broad range of strategies including those with an ESG focus.

Randall Green is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 45 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he owns several automotive-related businesses including Vintage Autosports LLC and Scuderia Furia LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with an emphasis on tailored recommendations delivered through advisory and brokerage programs.

Michael Wallensack is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 54 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to that, he spent 17 years at Prudential Equity Group, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap‑fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Douglas Gutshall is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Salinas, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1993. Outside of his advisory role, he tutors for Classical Conversations, an educational organization. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which offers model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

William Yakobovich is a financial advisor at OSAIC Wealth Inc with 54 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Independent Financial Group, LLC and NPB Financial Group, LLC. Outside of advising, he owns Unique Luxury Travel LLC, a business selling cruise and vacation travel services. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and access to third-party investment managers through a multi-advisor platform.

Steven Keller is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he provides investment and financial planning services to clients, leveraging his expertise to support their financial goals. Steven holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), reflecting his qualifications in the field. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Nazarene College.

Candice Sagehorn is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab since 2011, including a role at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB from 2020 to 2021. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, combining integrated custody and brokerage services.

Larry Nelson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Salinas, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 33 years of industry experience. He previously worked at American Express Financial Advisors Inc. for 28 years before joining Ameriprise in 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he assists his daughter with a small business venture called Sunflower Suds & Scissors. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. As a large institutional firm, it delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Christopher Laver is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as the executor of the Katie Clancy estate. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including portfolio management and financial planning. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets services.