Eden Joy Tuplano is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, Tuplano worked at the Orange County Auditor-Controller and held positions at UCLA Transportation and the University of California. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Carlos Kennedy is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 registrations and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include six years at Bancwest Investment Services, Inc. and earlier positions at Harrisdirect LLC. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage and deliver model portfolios across a broad investment universe.

Alia Mitchell is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab Bank SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2011. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a centralized platform that includes custody, brokerage, and cash-sweep services.

Chad Leon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at firms such as Citigroup, Comerica Securities, and Wescom Financial Services. He is currently based in Anaheim, CA. 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 financial planning and investment services through a large network of advisors, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Andrew Li is a financial advisor at Cetera with 49 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and as an independent insurance broker since 1975. He is also active as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, operating a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Mui Fan Graca is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2015. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Michael Nelson is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked at Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists since 2013 and is also associated with Petersen International Underwriters and Foresight Wealth, where he serves as owner. Nelson is licensed to sell disability insurance through multiple firms. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered advisory firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, providing advisors with access to various model portfolios and third-party money managers.

Eric Chang is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC for 23 years before joining Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he owns CJ Capital Insurance & Financial Services, Inc., which sells fixed life, health, disability, and medical insurance products. Equitable Advisors serves a range of clients including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of advisers, utilizing third-party asset managers and LPL-sponsored advisory solutions.

Aubrey Robertson is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Lakewood, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Thrivent Financial since 2017 and has prior experience at Wells Fargo Advisors and Raymond James Financial. Outside of his advisory role, Robertson is an author of Christian books and content. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based analyses and written recommendations on various planning topics without discretionary trading authority. The firm’s approach combines planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option while maintaining separation between these services.

Bryan Kang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Chase Investment Services Corp since 2012. 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 written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework.

Ira Candib is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has held previous roles at California Financial Partners, Inc., U.S. Financial Advisors, Osaic FS, Inc., and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. In addition to his advisory work, Candib maintains a non-variable insurance business focusing on life, fixed annuity, and long-term care products. 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 and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 investment adviser representatives.

Andre Sevilla is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Los Angeles, CA, holding the Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining MassMutual, he studied at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an insurance broker specializing in life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software to analyze client goals and provide written recommendations.

Gary Tsou is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Nylife Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Company. He has also held positions at California State College Fullerton and Mountain San Antonio College. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sandy Gage is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She brings extensive experience in wealth management, specializing in helping high-net-worth individuals preserve their principal through tax-efficient strategies and facilitating effective wealth transfers. Sandy's practice emphasizes personalized financial planning tailored to clients' unique goals, including family wealth management, legacy planning, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. Her career began in 1985 on the trading floor of Security Pacific Bank, where she focused on tax-free bond portfolios. Following a series of mergers, her firm became part of Bank of America and later Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Sandy completed executive education at Wharton in 2003, enhancing her expertise in financial advisory services. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has maintained a focus on client-centric strategies throughout her career. Outside of her professional endeavors, Sandy is actively involved in her community through St. Paul The Apostle Church and supports Dana Farber Cancer Research. An avid runner, she has completed marathons across all seven continents, the six World Marathon Majors, all 50 states, and several 100-mile ultra marathons. She balances her career with family life, sharing her passion for running and philanthropy with her husband and four adult children.

Chiahwei Ku serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has been since 2022. She has been active in the financial services industry since 2005, focusing on areas such as college education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. Born in Taipei, Taiwan, and raised in Southern California, Ku is fluent in Mandarin and English. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics with a minor in Business Administration from the University of California, Riverside. Ku maintains several professional credentials, including the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Additionally, she holds Series 7, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations and the California Life and Health Insurance license. Ku emphasizes building long-lasting relationships with clients and providing personalized financial strategies tailored to their long-term goals. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys traveling, cooking, spending time with her family, and watching movies.

Chun Gu is a financial advisor with Cetera in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera, Chun worked at East West Bank and Bank of America, including a tenure at Merrill Lynch. Outside of financial advising, Chun operates an e-commerce business selling crafts and accessories on platforms such as Amazon, TikTok, and eBay. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm operates a multi-manager platform with diverse program options and affiliations supporting product availability and client solutions.

Zhuang Tantiwasadakran is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Walnut, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 2007 and previously at 1717 Capital Management Company for five years. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in an independent fixed insurance business focusing on life, health, disability, fixed annuity, and long-term care insurance. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, combining a large advisory network with a range of non-advisory financial services.

Ralph Pan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, based in Covina, CA, and has 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Investments, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individuals, corporations, and institutions. The firm combines large-scale resources and research-driven investment strategies to serve a broad client base with both brokerage and advisory solutions.

John Chou is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to understand their unique ambitions and develop personalized financial strategies to address their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. His services encompass a wide range of areas including family wealth management, institutional investment consulting, philanthropic planning, retirement income, and small business strategies. John also provides access to specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions through Bank of America. John holds a Bachelor's Degree from the California State University System and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Southern California. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is registered under NMLS#2466564. In addition to his professional work, John serves as a City Council Member for the City of San Marino. Outside of his professional and community roles, John enjoys golfing, hiking, and spending time with his family.

Pierre Biscaichipy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015, as well as Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the advisory board and finance committee of the Devil Pups Foundation, a nonprofit focused on children and youth, where he is involved in fundraising, marketing, and administrative duties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm‑approved tools and research.