Dwight Nakata is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliate entities since 1999 and previously was a principal at Yamada & Nakata CPAs. Nakata serves as a committee member of the California Society of CPAs, participates on the board of the Orange County Academic Decathlon, and holds volunteer positions with California State University, Los Angeles, including chairing the Board of Trustees and Audit Committee. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. It offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, supporting a broad range of investment strategies and program structures.

Lai Jung is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, Lai worked at Squad Capital Investments for four years and has experience in real estate development. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, and institutional entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in a wrap fee program.

Like Wu is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked with various divisions of JPMorgan Chase since 2015. His background includes roles at Vanco Tech, LLC and involvement with 627 E Second LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research with a range of eligible strategies and incorporates ESG criteria within its recommendations.

Monica Grubbs is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she held roles in retail and youth sports organizations and has a background that includes involvement with the Apex1 Volleyball Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis methods.

James Cox is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques such as Monte Carlo simulations in its financial planning process.

Xuejun Kuang is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at J.P. Morgan Securities and Wm Financial Services, Inc. Kuang is based in Hacienda Heights, CA. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Elliott is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 36 years of industry experience and has worked at City National Bank since 2019 while maintaining his association with RBC Capital Markets since 2008. Elliott serves as a voting board member of the Beachside Bruins Alumni Network, a UCLA alumni group. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a broad client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with tailored strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services.

Lu Chen is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, Chen held positions at Bank of America, Deluxe Med Spa, and Wave Plastic Surgery and Laser Center. Outside of advising, Chen is involved in co-owning and managing small rental properties. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Tazia Paredes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Santa Ana, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at SchoolsFirst FCU, LPL Financial, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisors, employing strategic, tactical, and alternative investment options supported by advanced research tools.

Jake Parsons is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. In this role, he works with individuals and their families to develop sustainable long-term financial plans, focusing on personalized wealth planning within a collaborative team setting. Jake joined Fidelity Investments in 2023 and has held several roles, including Financial Representative from 2023 to 2024, Relationship Manager from 2024 to 2026, before becoming a Planning Consultant. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Jake has interests in baseball, beach activities, biking, cars, hiking, and motorcycles.

Yang Zhang is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Chino Hills, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2024, he worked at Transglobal Holding Company and Topocean Consolidation Inc. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Dennis Fitzgerald is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 56 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2017, following previous roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Citigroup Global Markets. He serves as trustee for charitable and QTIP trusts, including oversight of a deceased client’s estate. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutions and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio management strategies, integrating in-house and third-party managers, and provides services including financial planning, custody, and brokerage.

Ross Benson is a CFP® professional with 11 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with LPL Financial and has prior experience at BMO Bank NA, BancWest Investment Services, Wells Fargo Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing Services, and Merrill. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Karin Knoop is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 license and 17 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include work at Effective Planning, Agi Accounting Services, and Waddell & Reed. She is also involved in tax preparation and accounting through Effective Planning and serves as an insurance agent with Wavelength Insurance Consulting. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

Christopher Woo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Los Alamitos, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2008 and is also the president of ICON TECH, a computer repair service company he founded in 2011. Additionally, he provides prepaid legal services through AmeriEstate Legal Plan, Inc., and holds a notary commission. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with advanced research tools and a broad non-advisory financial services network.

Hsin Ping Yung is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. They have worked at Cetera and affiliated entities since 2016 and previously were involved with Yacise Inc. from 2015 to 2017. The advisor is based in Alhambra, CA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and employs multiple investment program structures and strategies.

Tram Anh Trieu is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, Trieu worked at Bank of America and has held various roles including positions at the University of California Irvine and Amazon Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Amanda Mercier serves as Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' Brea, CA investor center. In this role, she leads a team of financial professionals, focusing on building a culture of trust for clients and associates to enhance service delivery throughout Southern California. Her career in financial services began in 2009 as a Financial Planner at Pacific Capital Resource Group. She joined Fidelity Investments in 2010, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Senior Relationship Manager, and Assistant Branch Leader before assuming her current position in 2021. Amanda holds a California Insurance License.

Randall Takaki is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Enterprise, bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, Takwealth, The Clark Group Asset Management, and Wells Fargo Advisors. He is the founder of FARENH, LLC, a retail sales business. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm emphasizes model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated insurance services.

Basheer Husami is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His prior work includes roles at Avantax Investment Services, Avantax Advisory Services, and 1st Global Advisors, along with operating Husami & Associates since 2009. He serves as a successor trustee for a non-family trust. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm supporting over 10,000 advisors and 800,000 clients, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm provides a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios, catering to individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients.