Donald Mazza is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at E.K. Riley Investments, Menlo Asset Management, City National Bank, and Comerica Bank. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary market assumptions and research to tailor plans based on client goals and risk tolerance. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of financial solutions including advisory, custody, underwriting, and capital markets services.

Cade Mayer is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Lululemon and as an independent golf instructor. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals utilizing various portfolio management strategies and platform arrangements.

Ian Tang is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Ian works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping them pursue their long-term goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the California State University System and holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Ian also engages in community service through volunteer work, reflecting the Merrill tradition of local involvement. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys fishing, golfing, softball, and spending time with his family.

Nora Zele is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2014, with a brief tenure at Wells Fargo Clearing. Based in Palo Alto, CA, she is currently part of a large advisory team at Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools.

Steven Pugh is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors for 18 years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an assistant coach for a junior varsity high school baseball team, providing coaching and sportsmanship instruction. OSAIC serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to construct diversified portfolios.

Vijaylakshmi Shetty is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2011, with prior experience at TIAA. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients via the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Adriana Maria Da Cruz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for several years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Robert Gonzalez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jason Bothwell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at E*TRADE Securities and E*TRADE Capital Management. Bothwell is currently based in Menlo Park, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee.

The Phong Truong is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America, N.A. for five years and was engaged in homemaking for two 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 offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Abrams is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His career includes tenures at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors before joining Ameriprise in 2020. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored reports and ongoing advice focused on income reliability and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Matthew Barker is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in Reef Hunters, LLC, an investment and real estate firm based in San Francisco. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning uses structured discovery and proprietary tools, serving clients with a wide range of investment and planning services.

Chase Young is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and MetLife Securities. In addition to his advisory role, he is also licensed to offer various insurance products, including accident, health, disability, long-term care, and life insurance, as well as fixed and equity-indexed annuities. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, through a large network of advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, using asset-allocation tools and risk assessments to construct portfolios that may include a range of securities and alternative investments.

Frank Almendarez is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously held roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities from 2008 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial and estate planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm‑approved tools and modeling techniques.

Akash Chauhan is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He began his career with Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Representative in 2021 and joined Fidelity Investments the same year. At Fidelity, he has served in multiple capacities including Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and Investment Consultant. As a Certified Financial Planner®, Akash works closely with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their specific needs and goals. He emphasizes understanding clients' current financial circumstances to present appropriate ideas and strategies. Akash holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he has interests in baseball, comedy, food, football, and traveling.

Michael Anki is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. He previously worked at First Republic Bank for six years and Andersen Tax for four years. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Jacobo Koen Ruben is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked for Rockefeller Capital Management for six years and has additional experience at Financial Clarity and Willamette University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also provides multi-manager fund advisory and serves as a commodity pool operator registered with the CFTC.

Lacey Wedell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2006, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2019. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and 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 market simulations as part of its financial planning process.

Jeffrey Oberle is a financial advisor with Fidelity who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has eight years of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley and In-N-Out Burger before joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, using a combination of fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and offers algorithmic portfolio construction supported by AI and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Shyamali Mukherjee is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with the firm since 2026. Prior to her advisory role, she has worked at Sandia National Lab since 2010. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, money-manager programs, and educational seminars, focusing on collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools.