Arnold Aldus is a financial advisor with Merrill in Murrieta, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with both Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2012. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Nadeem Rihan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015, following prior roles at Chase Investment Services Corp. and Wells Fargo Clearing. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory approach combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver customized asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Andrew Tenaglia is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Rubicon Advisors and LPL Financial. He is also associated with Amarillo National Bank, where he provides financial and investment advice to individuals and businesses. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting, utilizing analytical tools and supports clients through advisory programs and affiliated advisory firms.

Martin Garcia is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Enterprise Mobility, Qualitas Insurance Company, Deloitte, and the University of California San Diego. Merrill, together 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.

Jon Ondracek is a financial advisor at Stifel with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2019. His prior experience includes tenures at Bank of America and Merrill from 2009 to 2019. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jasper Yang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through non-discretionary written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process integrates quantitative screens and qualitative research, with a focus on eligible strategies and an ESG eligibility framework.

Brian Pedroza is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2014 and previously spent five years at Rancho Wealth Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, and trust companies. The firm supports its advisors with a broad range of investment options and operational tools while overseeing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Vezafina Kirby is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Bank of America and Thrivent Financial prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities. 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 and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Michael Walsh is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Valley Center, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank for a combined nine years. Outside of his advisory role, Walsh owns and operates a small engine repair business and is involved in retail sales of chainsaw parts and equipment on weekends. Ameriprise offers comprehensive retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, utilizing a centralized consulting team and a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Michael Taylor is a financial advisor with Merrill in Temecula, CA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2016 and has also been associated with Donna Carmichael since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a Co-Trustee for a private trust. 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 for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lee Ann Hodapp is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing who holds a Series 66 designation and has 24 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, 1st Global Advisers, Ericksen Krentel, LLP, and Merrill. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and emphasizes diversification and modern portfolio theory in its investment approach.

Peggy Allen is a financial advisor with Stifel, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill prior to joining Stifel in 2019. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with a family-held real estate investment LLC. Stifel serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm uses a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation and financial planning analyses.

James Goodin is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 20 years of experience, he serves as a lifetime resource and guide to individuals and families, helping them achieve financial security through a cohesive approach tailored to their unique vision and values. His client focus areas include personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. James holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and holds Series 7, 63, 66, and 31 licenses, as well as a State of California Life, Health, and Variable Contracts insurance license. He earned his high school diploma from Brigham Young University. Outside of his professional life, James and his wife are active in their church and are advocates for adoption and special needs children, drawing from their own family experience of adopting a daughter with cerebral palsy. They have five children and enjoy spending time together.

Richard Duby is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Temecula, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked with Osaic FA, Inc. and has been with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 2004. He is involved in outside sales of non-variable insurance. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Benjamin Smits is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 9 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms, including Merrill, Bank of America, and Morgan Stanley. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services and manages multiple registered investment companies and model portfolios with systematic, long-term asset allocation strategies.

Sergio Rivera is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America Merrill Lynch for ten years. Rivera is based in Murrieta, CA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their advisory program offers non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and incorporating both quantitative and qualitative research.

Michael Martin is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2019 and previously held roles at Charles Schwab and LearnVest. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, delivering comprehensive written financial recommendations across various planning topics without implementing those recommendations. The firm combines goal-based analyses with managed-account programs while maintaining separate planning and portfolio management services.

Christian Azalde is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Fallbrook, California, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Fidelity since 2021 and has prior experience at several organizations, including N26 and the Bronco Foundation. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as an adjunct professor for the healthcare department at Concordia University Irvine. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment approach that combines proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Jacob Lew is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he has work experience in various roles including at Temecula Creek Inn, In-N-Out Burger, Luna Grill, and the University of California, Riverside. 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.

Rachel Vela is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 17 years of industry experience. She has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 1996 and has held positions at Riverside Community Hospital and Loma Linda University. In addition to her advisory role, she receives compensation for sales of loan products and referrals for home security and automation services. Primerica Advisors sponsors and manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual investors, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm employs model-driven investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and delivers services through a large network of advisors.