Ryan Holloway is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to that, he was employed at Merrill Lynch and Bank of America. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Carolyn Jenkins is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Crestline, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 14 years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with PFS Investments Inc. since 2011 and Primerica Financial Services since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer for Living Hope Evangelical Free Church. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which provides model-delivery strategies and a limited selection of discretionary separately managed accounts to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses third-party asset managers and BNY Mellon Advisors for model implementation, operating under a tiered wrap fee structure.

Victor Karidakes is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2020, having previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 11 years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a 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 a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and market simulations.

Samantha Zermeno is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she is also an associate advisor at Mission Partnership Group LLC. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through its retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendation reports.

Caryn Olson is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has one year of experience in the financial industry and concurrently works at UHS Temecula Valley Hospital, where she has been employed for 18 years. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with nearly 3,700 advisors and $15.5 billion in assets under management, delivering advisory services through model portfolios managed by unaffiliated asset managers.

Stephon Pieters is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Scottrade, and TD Ameritrade. He is based in Loma Linda, California. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Kosan is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley in various roles from 2012 to 2024. UBS Financial Services Inc. 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 provides a broad range of capital markets and research resources.

Benjamin Guizlo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 17 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Enduring Business Management, Grace Community Church, Pick Group, Waddell & Reed, and Logos Wealth Advisors. He also maintains a role managing sound and video equipment for Grace Community Church. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive advisor tools and technology.

Steven Kanouse is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services, Inc., and has operated Kanouse & Associates since 2007, providing tax preparation and accounting services alongside his advisory work. Kanouse also serves as a trustee of the Kanouse Family Mineral Trust and is involved in insurance sales. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with access to multiple program platforms, third-party money managers, and model portfolios.

Jose Torres is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develop strategies to pursue them. His approach includes providing resources for investing, retirement planning, and managing various financial priorities. Jose's areas of expertise include education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and small business strategies. He holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his High School Diploma from Bell High School and is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of his professional role, Jose enjoys biking, cooking, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Douglas Cha is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and employs a structured approach without making individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Yajaira Litwinski is a financial advisor at Stifel with one year of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Stifel since 2025. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates Lady Lit Art, a business focused on producing and selling art both online and in person. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation models developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Deontae Hurd is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been in the financial services industry since 2025, with prior experience in the roofing and retail sectors. Primerica Advisors is a large institutional firm offering a wrap-fee asset management program primarily for individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-driven investment strategies managed by third-party asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Chris Cooper is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He directs the wealth management strategy, asset allocation, manager evaluation, and liability management for clients, working alongside his partner Michelle Morales. Chris serves a diverse clientele including owners of family businesses, physicians, attorneys, tribal governments, and private foundations primarily in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino counties. Chris brings to his financial advisory role a background of disciplined service from the United States Air Force, where he served two enlistments, including support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. As a radar technician for seven years, he developed a commitment to excellence and attention to detail, qualities he applies in managing client portfolios and directing personalized or defined investment strategies. His responsibilities include investment management, tax minimization, estate planning strategies, cash management, and providing access to credit and lending through Bank of America, N.A. Chris earned an Associate's Degree from the Community College of the Air Force and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He has received the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and a distinguished graduate award from Airmen Leadership School. Outside of his professional work, Chris resides in Yorba Linda with his partner Michelle and their blended family. He is involved with charitable organizations such as Make-A-Wish and the Wounded Warrior Project, supports his children’s sports teams, and enjoys activities including golfing, traveling, and spending time with family.

Peter Boulos is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2011. He has over a decade of experience partnering with clients to develop tailored financial plans that align with their unique goals and circumstances. Peter focuses on building trust and communicating financial strategies clearly to help clients work toward long-term financial success and provides ongoing, personalized guidance as their lives and relationships evolve. Prior to joining Fidelity, Peter worked as a Financial Advisor at JP Morgan Chase from 2009 to 2011 and at Edward Jones from 2007 to 2009. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Peter has personal interests in golf, parenthood, and reading.

David Maxwell is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Based in Riverside, CA, Maxwell has spent the majority of his career within the Wells Fargo organization. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from its investment institute.

Ethan Mc Donald is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, The Retirement Group, and several other organizations. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advisory services delivered by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jonathan Benvenisti is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been associated with PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2008. His other business activities include the sale of loan products and home security services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm uses model-based investment strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports account custody through Pershing and BNY Mellon Advisors.

Madhu Mali is an Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2025. She has held various positions within the financial services industry, including Benefits and Planning Consultant and Investment Solutions Representative at Fidelity Investments, Investment Representative at J P Morgan Securities LLC, Senior Financial Sales Advisor at BBVA Securities Inc., and Financial Executive at Trilogy Financial Services. Her professional experience spans areas such as financial planning, investment solutions, and benefits consulting. Madhu holds a California Insurance License and communicates proficiently in Gujarati, Hindi, and Marathi. Outside of her professional work, Madhu has interests in art, beach activities, hiking, painting, and volunteering.

Vanessa Navarro is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been working since 2023. Prior to this role, she served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023. Vanessa's professional experience also includes positions as Assistant Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2018 to 2022, Financial Representative at AXA Advisors, LLC in 2018, and Equity Research Analyst at ROTH Capital Partners from 2016 to 2017. Vanessa holds a California Insurance License, which supports her role in providing financial advice. She is committed to helping clients develop strategies tailored to their financial goals and family needs. Outside of her professional work, Vanessa enjoys activities such as fitness, visiting museums, music, outdoor adventures, traveling, and volunteering.