Parsa Habibi is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab in 2025, he worked at CIMA Fundmaster for one year. His background includes several years of full-time education before entering the financial industry. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separate managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and due diligence.

Ina Bourdev is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, bringing over 20 years of industry experience to her role. She helps clients create customized financial plans and build investment strategies with a focus on retirement and tax-efficient investing, leveraging Fidelity's insights, investing tools, and a team of specialists. Ina's professional background includes positions as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor at Bank of America Merrill, Registered Operations Leader at Ameriprise Financial, and Private Client Banker at JP Morgan Chase. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Ina enjoys spending time at the beach, attending concerts and social events with friends, hiking, and listening to music.

Omar Maslic is a financial advisor at Cetera with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including PNC Investments and BBVA Securities Inc. prior to his current role. 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 range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

James Hsiao is a financial advisor at Cetera with a PFS™ designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Avantax Advisory Services, Johanson & Yau, and Jerome Bellotti & Associates. Outside of his advisory work, he provides tax return preparation and consultation services to family and friends through a side business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that features both affiliated and third-party investment options.

Karl James Thoeni is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gilroy, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a small business focused on sharpening knives and tools. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Tina Wang is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2016. She has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, including previous roles as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments in 2015 and as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2011 to 2015. Her expertise lies in wealth planning and developing dynamic financial plans tailored to clients' needs. Tina is committed to assisting clients in selecting managed offering strategies designed to benefit them and their families both now and in the future. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional career, Tina enjoys hiking, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Jose Villalobos is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America, N.A./Merrill Lynch for eight years and has a background that includes legal experience at the Law Offices of Andrew B. Shin. Villalobos holds a Series 66 designation and is based in San Jose, CA. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Tony Montini is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 9 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016. Montini owns LAM Financial Inc., an investment-related business based in San Jose. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu that includes niche services such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Prashant Dholakia is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. In this capacity, he focuses on providing clients with options aimed at achieving financial independence. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. Before joining Fidelity Investments, Prashant was employed as a Relationship Banker at Wells Fargo Bank from 2019 to 2022. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his expertise in financial planning and client relations. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Prashant has interests in hiking, traveling, and yoga.

Pierre Robin Dualan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2011. His background includes a seven-year tenure with the Golden State Warriors. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Katie Bogue is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Waddell & Reed Inc. and Marquez Hsieh Group. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Rashmina Lalani is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, initially serving as a Planning Consultant and Financial Representative. Prior to this, Rashmina worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2018 to 2020 and has held various analyst positions at firms including IGI Finex Securities, Tundra Fonder AB, Arif Habib Limited, and Alfalah GHP Investment Management. With over a decade of experience in the financial industry, Rashmina holds a CFA designation and an MBA. She possesses a California Insurance License. Her professional focus includes helping clients navigate life transitions with clarity and confidence, emphasizing personal and values-driven financial planning. Outside of her professional life, Rashmina's personal interests include family activities, fitness, social events with friends, movies, music, and reading.

Julius Freeman is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill, Bank of America, JP Morgan, and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner and operator of Sole Surf LLC, a business focused on buying and reselling sports merchandise. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its advisory roles to registered investment companies and the use of systematic methodologies and AI in portfolio management.

Andrew Minker is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Ameriprise for 27 years. He serves as a trustee for a personal trust. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model and offers both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Jesus Maciel is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner and partner of La Michoacana Plus, an ice cream parlor. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, providing investment consulting and advisory services that include asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting on a non-discretionary basis.

Joanna Chan Mui is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 37 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Christopher Wiebusch is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and Bank of America. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Janet Monger is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2022 and previously operated Brennan Bookkeeping, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a Client Service Associate at Blue Diamond Wealth Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm employs a tailored, non-discretionary investment approach using risk profiling and modeling tools, and is notable for its affiliation with a municipal advisor and specialized services such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting.

David Dalaney is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2024. Prior to joining Schwab, his roles included positions at Ultimate Staffing, Wipro, and various other firms. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, delivering investment guidance via multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Damon Focaracci is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for nine years before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a consulting business focused on business and development consulting. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning for niches such as business-owner transitions and special-needs analysis. The firm provides tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools, with clients deciding how to implement them through various brokerage or advisory options.