Alejandro Valle is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. He holds the Series 63 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Faustina Kerr is a financial advisor with Cetera holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked with several firms, including First Allied Advisory Services and multiple Cetera entities. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the board of directors for North Park Little League and is an inspirational author, coach, and mentor through her business, Guided Connections. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of investment and consulting services through a multi-manager platform that includes discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options.

Jennifer Appel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and eight years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2016. Jennifer is also involved with McKenna Financial, a business entity related to her LPL activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, utilizing various investment strategies and technology tools to support advisors.

William Mc Gowan is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2019 and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2020. Prior to his financial services career, he held positions at P&G, Macy’s Inc., and Indiana University. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management solutions. The firm is notable for its large scale, integrated structure, and combination of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Tom Gengler is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Customer Relationship Advocate. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as an Internal Wholesaler at American Funds Distributors and held positions at Janus Capital and Oppenheimer Funds. Tom holds a California Insurance License. His approach centers on gaining a thorough understanding of clients' personal and financial priorities, assessing their risk tolerance, and creating customized plans to help achieve their goals. Outside of his professional work, Tom enjoys activities such as golf, traveling, outdoor adventures, spending time at the beach, exploring culinary experiences, and cars.

Jason Lavely is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 11 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015, working out of San Diego, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

David Loughlin is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2011. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2009, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Representative, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he served as AVP, Financial Advisor at Banc of America Investment Services from 2007 to 2009, and held financial advisor roles at TD Ameritrade, Inc. and AXA Advisors, LLC. With over two decades of experience in financial planning, David has worked with a diverse range of clients to develop, implement, and maintain long-term financial plans. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, David enjoys baseball, football, golf, puzzles, reading, and traveling.

Trent Seybold is a CFP® and CFA® with seven years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has previously worked with OSAIC, FSC Securities Corporation, and Marangola Financial Group. Outside of his advisory role, he has experience in tax preparation and insurance sales through Marangola Financial Group. 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 and model portfolio programs, supported by a broad platform of technology and affiliated financial services.

Simon Petro is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with Access Destination Services since 2015 and previously worked in event production at SD Event Production. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Torrey Olson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Marcos, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has recent experience at Ameriprise beginning in 2026. Prior to his advisory role, Olson worked at California State University San Marcos and Academy of Art University. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written recommendation reports, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic automation overseen by a Retirement Income Oversight Committee.

Armando Villalobos Jr. is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities and develops strategies aimed at pursuing their short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals. He offers guidance on a range of financial matters including investing, retirement planning, and preparedness for unexpected expenses. Additionally, he connects clients with Bank of America specialists for services related to banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Armando holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from San Diego State University. He is also a member of the Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity.

Carina Porterfield is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC for six years before joining Merrill in 2019. Based in San Diego, CA, she has been with Merrill for seven years. Merrill, along 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Eugene Berg is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2005. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jason Mango is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in San Diego, California, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2015. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm supports its network of over 22,800 advisors with a range of offerings including financial planning, third-party asset management, model portfolios, and institutional platforms.

Preston Goldwag serves as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in assisting successful professionals, individuals experiencing significant wealth events, and clients within the sports and entertainment industry. Preston focuses on understanding each client's unique goals to develop personalized investment and wealth management strategies that aim to preserve, grow, and transfer wealth effectively. His expertise encompasses retirement planning, investment management, wealth preservation, education funding, and legacy planning. With a client-first philosophy, Preston emphasizes building long-term relationships founded on trust, transparency, and open communication. He strives to simplify complex financial concepts and provide guidance that enables clients to make informed decisions through changing financial markets and life circumstances. Preston holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and received his high school diploma from Mira Costa. He also attended the University of Colorado System without obtaining a degree. Outside of his professional work, Preston has interests in basketball, cooking, music, reading, and surfing.

Austin Kuetgens Brooks is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of industry experience. His background includes service roles at various establishments such as Puesto Bar and Grill and LA Fitness. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals across wealth levels, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party program sponsors.

Natan Rozen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2019 and previously spent nine years with IPG Investment Advisors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and insights from its Global Investment Committee.

Ekaterina Predeina is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley, and she is also the sole proprietor of Allure Beauties, a business focused on sales, marketing, and customer service. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice grounded in an IPS-driven process and modern portfolio theory. The firm’s offerings include a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep programs.

Sarah Herrington is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA. She holds the Series 66 designation and has 11 years of industry experience, having been with LPL Financial since 2011. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms.

Devin Berkowitz is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments, 49 Wealth Management, and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments. Outside of finance, he has experience in sports and education, including roles with the Las Vegas Raiders and Boise State University. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset investment approach and extensive operational infrastructure.