Stephanie Bauer is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Tacoma, where she focuses on helping clients align sophisticated investment management with their personal financial goals. Her practice spans areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, and tax minimization. With 14 years of experience in the financial industry, Stephanie specializes in guiding clients through managing new wealth and personal retirement planning. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the Eller College of Management Business School at the University of Arizona and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Stephanie's professional philosophy centers on creating strategies that address current needs, foster growth for the future, and build legacy for generations. Stephanie is active in her local community, participating in organizations such as the Junior League, Freedom Boat Club, Harbor Moms, and the USTA Tennis League. She resides in Gig Harbor with her family and engages in interests including basketball, boating, golfing, scuba diving, skiing, swimming, tennis, traveling, and yoga.

John Arata is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities Service Network. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of a family tree farm and acts as trustee for family trusts. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to multiple advisory platforms and third-party money managers. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that include various asset classes on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Laura Linman is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2010, with a two-year period at CMG Financial from 2017 to 2019. Laura is based in Tacoma, WA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Melissa Newell is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tacoma, WA, holding a Series 66 credential and seven years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2018 and previously worked for Pierce County from 2013 to 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she is the owner and manager of Stevens26, LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Kenneth Butler is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Auburn, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Verity Credit Union and CUSO Financial Services, LP. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research.

Matthew Philichi is a CFP® certificant with 36 years of industry experience, currently advising clients at UBS Financial Services in Tacoma, WA. He has been with UBS since 2008. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets activities.

Eveline Tien is a Wealth Management Senior Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments, where she serves as a primary point of contact for Private Wealth Management clients and their families. She focuses on delivering personalized service and support, facilitating conversations around wealth planning, and building strong client relationships to ensure a seamless experience. Eveline has been with Fidelity Investments since 2017, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and Planning Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held positions such as Portfolio Administrator at Pacific Portfolio Consulting and Customer Service Coordinator at Capital One Investing and ING Direct Investing. Outside of her professional work, Eveline has interests in art, board games, camping, family activities, parenthood, and puzzles.

Mark Gallinatti is a financial advisor at Stifel with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at RBC Capital Markets and City National Bank. Outside of finance, he owns a property used for oyster farming in Hood Canal, Washington. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies.

Brett Ferguson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services in Renton, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2013 and is also involved in managing an advisory business through Heritage Wealth Advisors LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning advice. The firm’s approach includes asset allocation guidance, tax-aware withdrawal strategies, and Social Security claiming options, supported by internal research and third-party data.

Hsin Yi Kao is a financial advisor with Merrill in Renton, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2026, Kao worked at CSOP Asset Management Limited for five years. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm integrates investment management with broader Bank of America services, providing access to diverse products and strategies.

Paola Robles is a financial advisor at Stifel with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Triad Financial Services, Inc. Besides her advisory role, Robles serves as a notary in Tacoma, WA. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach includes proprietary methodologies for asset allocation and planning, supporting clients with various fee-based financial planning options.

Eric Eversole is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Kent, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering customized, non-discretionary recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities and uses algorithmic tools overseen by specialized committees to support its planning process.

Trevor Lubereski is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Clifford R. Thomas & Associates. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor and CEO of Trevor S Lubereski CPA PLLC, a tax preparation and accounting firm. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, and utilizes research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Christopher Zuydhoek is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years at the firm and five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Tacoma, WA. Merrill provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions program to a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies implemented by affiliated managers and integrated with Bank of America’s broader corporate platform.

Scott Beusch is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license and has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Based in Covington, WA, he serves clients through the firm's institutional platform. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies under a fiduciary standard, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors and 15,100 branch offices, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Thomas Wenzel is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients including pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, tailoring strategies to each client’s risk profile through a mix of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Kevin Donovan is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including Columbia Wealth Advisors, Umpqua Bank, and Cetera. He serves as Director of Wealth Management at Columbia Wealth Advisors and Umpqua Bank. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers tailored, typically non-discretionary advisory solutions and maintains a notable focus on municipal and public finance clients.

Ngoc Manivanh is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Federal Way, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 28 years of industry experience. She has been associated with Primerica Advisors since 1996 and operates Ngoc T Manivanh, LLC, a business formed for Primerica-related activities. Outside of advisory work, she is involved in the sale of home security and automation products through affiliated Primerica companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors, employing a tiered wrap fee structure and maintaining authority over its investment models.

Brian Johnson is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Viridian RIA, LLC and Appropriate Balance Financial Service. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages model-based and customized portfolios, offers sub-advisory services, and supports a large participant base through both advisor-led and online platforms.

Eric Zawilski is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with families and businesses to help them achieve their financial goals by connecting all aspects of their financial lives. Eric holds a Bachelor's Degree from Washington State University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He follows a disciplined process centered on understanding clients' financial situations and priorities to deliver tailored advice. His approach emphasizes prioritizing and pursuing the goals that matter most to clients, reflecting his commitment to excellent service.