Joseph White is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Benicia, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His work history includes seven years at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and four years at JPMorgan Chase Bank, as well as a one-year position at Amazon. 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 integrates quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking capital market assumptions and includes ESG considerations in its recommendations.

Edward Padnos is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been in the financial industry since 2026, with prior experience at Lenox Advisors, Inc., MassMutual Life Insurance Company, and MML Investors Services, LLC. Outside of finance, his background includes work in education and political campaign offices. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved tools and delivers written recommendations without investment discretion.

Ronald Sanchez is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Commonwealth Financial Network, Mass Mutual Investors Services, Metlife Securities, Inc., and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. He is also the owner and president of Viewpoint Financial Network Corporation, an entity engaged in securities, advisory, and insurance business. 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, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered primarily by investment adviser representatives using various strategic and tactical investment options.

Eric Bradford is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Wells Fargo Bank. He is also a commissioned notary public in California. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset management, supported by technology tools and a large network of advisors.

Theresa Chao is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Charles Schwab since 2004, including 12 years at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB. Charles Schwab 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 centralized operational structure and multi-asset model portfolios.

Alphonse Alexandre is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2021. He brings nearly two decades of experience in financial advisory roles, having worked at several prominent firms including Merrill Lynch and Citibank. His professional background encompasses a range of positions, from Financial Advisor to Financial Solutions Advisor and Personal Banker. Throughout his career, Alphonse has developed expertise in helping clients prepare for and navigate significant life events through personalized financial planning. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his ability to provide comprehensive financial guidance. Prior to his current role, he held various positions at Merrill Lynch from 2007 to 2021 and at Banc Of America Investment Services in 2006-2007. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Alphonse enjoys family activities and is interested in sports such as golf, soccer, table tennis, and tennis.

Auropuja Markus is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Walnut Creek, CA, holding CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a rental property in Lincoln, CA, which is managed by a property management company. Edward Jones serves more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of wealth management services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm is notable for its large retail advisor network and additional capabilities such as a trust company and securities-based lending options.

Matt Richardson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. He focuses on understanding his clients and collaborating with them to address both immediate and long-term financial questions and concerns. His approach emphasizes integrity, transparency, and collaboration to help clients reduce uncertainty and work towards their most important financial goals. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Matt worked in Institutional Fixed Income Sales at JP Morgan Chase from 2018 to 2023 and at Bank of America Merrill Lynch from 2013 to 2018. He holds a California Insurance License.

Winston Thomas is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley and UBS Financial Services throughout his career. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and analysis methods.

George Aarsheim is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Corte Madera, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to rejoining Charles Schwab in 2025, he spent several years in full-time education and worked at Instacart and Marin Country Club. 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 multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Paula Best is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and holds a Series 63 license with 12 years of experience in the financial industry. She has worked at First Republic Securities Company, LLC since 2014 and also held roles at Wingspan Insurance Group, LLC and M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. from 2013 to 2018. She is based in Walnut Creek, California. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, offering a range of products and proprietary research to tailor investment solutions.

Jeffrey Hastings is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has 22 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Avantax and leadership positions in his own accounting and tax preparation firms. He is actively involved in tax planning and compliance services and provides trustee services for client trusts. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party managers. The firm supports a variety of program structures and custodial relationships while overseeing more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Stuart Reilly is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. He serves as Vice Commodore and is a board member of the San Francisco Yacht Club, a sailing club nonprofit. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides various advisory programs with customizable portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, leveraging both in-house and third-party investment resources.

Michael Mohaghegh is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Investments and Banc of America Investment Services. He volunteers with the Foundation for Financial Planning, assisting individuals in financial hardship with understanding financial aid and unemployment benefits. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm combines research and analytics with both brokerage and advisory solutions and manages approximately $671 billion in assets through a large network of financial advisors.

Premnauth Persaud is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Concord, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Bank of America. He also serves as a Senior Premier Relationship Manager with BMO Investment Services. 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 financial planning and investment management services utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across multiple account types.

Melissa Bruner is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Fairfield, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Outside of her advisory work, she has a minority ownership interest in a tax and accounting firm. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services tailored to clients who meet net-worth thresholds and utilizes Wells Fargo research and planning tools to develop customized recommendations.

Ian Lee is a financial advisor at Cetera with 33 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 license and has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Lee serves on the investment committee for the Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church Foundation and is a member of the stewardship committee at Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with access to various program platforms and third-party managers.

Matthew Sattler is a CFP® professional with nine years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Charles Schwab in Corte Madera, CA. His prior experience includes roles at Edward Jones and IntegenX Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he rents out a room in his primary residence. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and managed-account services, delivering investment guidance via a combination of non-discretionary advice and discretionary separately managed accounts.

Griffin Turner is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and one year of experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley and teaching positions at several universities and a high school. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, employing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of financial products and advisory solutions.

Thomas Taylor is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His career includes multiple roles within Cetera entities since 2013. Outside of financial advising, he owns and oversees operations of a retreat and inn in Big Bear City, California. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to both affiliated and third-party investment managers.