Jennifer Gershon is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Jennifer works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals. Her expertise includes college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, and tax minimization. Jennifer draws on the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services of Bank of America to assist clients in navigating changing market conditions. Jennifer earned a bachelor's degree from Santa Clara University. She is committed to community involvement, including volunteering with the American Red Cross. Outside of work, she enjoys boating, cooking, gardening, hiking, music, reading, spending time with her family, swimming, and tennis.

Daven Zahn is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliate Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2000 and operates Zahn & Zahn, Inc., providing investment services, accounting, and tax consulting since 1988. Outside of his advisory work, he is an authorized agent involved in group medical sales to small businesses. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors and supports multiple program structures with access to various third-party and affiliated investment managers.

Cole Heydorff is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2018. Prior to his advisory role, he was employed by California State Parks for six years. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written recommendation reports and ongoing advice centered on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Joshua Murty is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial services industry in 2004 and has over 18 years of experience helping families manage wealth. Josh earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2007 and holds additional professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst, CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR, Personal Investment Advisor, and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor. Josh focuses on delivering comprehensive wealth management strategies tailored to clients' personal goals. His expertise encompasses managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and individual and corporate investment strategy. He believes in providing clients with the education and resources necessary to make informed financial decisions. Away from work, Josh enjoys outdoor activities such as boating, camping, fishing, football, and golfing. He lives in Yorba Linda with his wife and three children and is an active member of Friends Church.

Jennifer Lee is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, she worked at Fidelity Investments for two years and provides consulting and administrative support for Calland Engineering Inc., a family business. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC offers investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide its recommendations.

Majid Taheran is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His background includes prior roles at Avantax Advisory Services and extensive entrepreneurial activities, including ownership and leadership positions in tax preparation, insurance, real estate, and legal services. He also teaches financial accounting and mathematics at the University of Phoenix. 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 nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm employs a multi-manager platform allowing flexible investment strategies, with over $256 billion in assets under management and more than 10,000 advisors.

Brian Lineberger is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Seal Beach, CA, with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a family-owned property shared on short-term rental platforms. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Cornel Catrina is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he works with individuals and their families to develop customized financial plans, focusing on retirement planning, income strategies, and tax-efficient investing. His approach is centered on helping clients achieve their personal and financial goals. Prior to his current role, Cornel served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2016 to 2017. He also held the position of Regional Manager at GL Advisor between 2010 and 2014, and was a Registered Representative with Datek and Heartland Securities from 1996 to 2002. Cornel holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Cornel enjoys biking, running, swimming, and tennis.

Guillermo Salas is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 17 years of industry experience, including over a decade at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. He is based in Montebello, California. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory services with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Pablo Flores Maza is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience before joining in 2026. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Warner Safeguard Inc. prior to his current positions. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Johnny Le is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he assists clients in developing personalized financial strategies that align with their individual ambitions and family goals. He focuses on areas such as planning for education funding, retirement lifestyle, and potential healthcare costs. Johnny's approach involves simplifying investment complexities and fostering transparent communication to guide clients through their financial planning journey. Johnny holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his High School Diploma from Fullerton Union High School. His professional philosophy centers on identifying what matters most to clients and their families to create effective financial strategies.

Modesty Briggs is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Los Angeles, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. She has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2019 and has been involved with Mirrau Events, an event planning and décor business, since 2010. Prior to her current role, she was affiliated with the Crenshaw Church of Christ for three years. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm utilizes third-party asset managers and BNY Mellon Advisors for model implementation, with a distinctive tiered wrap fee structure and ongoing oversight of manager selection.

Danny Kim is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He is based in Los Angeles, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs that include tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that combine broad retail and institutional offerings with access to investment companies, private funds, and structured-product activities.

Karen Chang is a Financial Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2023. She partners with clients and their families to create and implement personalized financial plans, focusing on engagement and involvement in their financial journeys. Her approach aims to develop plans that provide confidence and peace of mind regarding clients' most important financial matters. Karen has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having served as a Financial Consultant at E*TRADE from 2018 to 2023 and as a Branch Manager at Scottrade from 2001 to 2018. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her work in financial consultation and planning.

Hsin Yen Neilon is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. Neilon has been with UBS since 2015. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary capital market research with model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a broad range of financial solutions.

Garrett Earls is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, CHARLES SCHWAB and CO., INC., TD Ameritrade Investment Management, LLC, TD Ameritrade, Inc., and Scottrade Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a high school football official with the Foothill-Citrus Football Officials Association and is a board member of the OCS Foundation, which provides scholarships to families in need. 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and uses multi-asset model portfolios supported by research and due diligence on alternative investments.

Molly Sakahara is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Los Angeles, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2016 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the finance committee and board of SoCal Squash, a social and recreational organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools in its planning approach.

Joanna Correa is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies. She focuses on understanding clients’ financial situations and priorities to design, implement, and review customized approaches aimed at pursuing their personal financial goals while managing investment risk. Joanna leverages the investment insights of Merrill Lynch and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to provide a comprehensive approach to wealth management. Joanna holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California system and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is fluent in both Korean and English. Joanna is actively involved in her community and professional organizations, including participation in the Irvine Chamber of Commerce. Her volunteer work includes supporting groups such as Boxes of Love, Dalit Freedom Network, St. Jude, Susan G. Komen, and the Youth Action Team.

Shiqing Deng is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Orange, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Deng worked for Societe Generale Corporate and Investment Banking from 2015 to 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including a range of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and provides a variety of advisory services through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Donny Takemoto is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Inc. and National Planning Corporation. Takemoto is also licensed to sell life, long-term care, and health insurance products. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large national network. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios from multiple sources.