Ronald Landess II is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Transamerica since 2025 and has prior experience totaling 25 years in the diving equipment industry, including roles at American Underwater Products and Aqualung. Outside of finance, he is involved with Riptide Scuba. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers a range of advisory and broker-dealer services, utilizing proprietary and third-party model portfolios with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Holly La is a financial advisor at Transamerica Financial Advisors with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Transamerica Financial Advisors since 2012, following roles at Matrix Insurance and World Financial Group. She is involved in the sales of insurance and non-insurance products affiliated with Transamerica Financial Advisors. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers both advisory and broker-dealer services with a range of fee-based and commission-based products, utilizing proprietary and third-party model portfolios to meet client needs.

Alandra Simmons is a financial advisor at Mariner with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at firms including Halbert Hargrove and R Bar. Mariner serves a broad range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and coordinated tax services. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolios supported by in-house research and third-party managers, with a notable integration of tax, accounting, and administrative family office capabilities.

Daniel Goodman is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC. His prior roles include positions at Sierra Pacific Financial Advisors, LLC, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, and David J Eisenhauer. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC is an SEC-registered enterprise advisory firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs a strategic investment approach combining passive and active management, supported by an internal Investment Committee and quantitative and fundamental research.

Edward Caron is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Transamerica since 2015 and has also held roles at BestEdu Inc and Legacy Shields Solutions, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, Caron is involved with the Knights of Columbus, participating in community and church activities. Transamerica Financial Advisors, LLC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm primarily delivers investment advice through model portfolios and third-party managers, supported by a large advisor network and multiple program platforms.

Dev Rana is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Fremont, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Nylife Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. Additionally, he is appointed as an insurance broker for non-registered products with outside carriers. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers multiple program types, emphasizing tailored recommendations and managing the majority of its assets on a non-discretionary basis within an integrated New York Life affiliate structure.

Paul Crawford is a financial advisor at Private Advisor Group, LLC with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at LPL Financial, Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, Lincoln Financial Advisors, Ameriprise, and Woodbury Financial Services. Private Advisor Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans with a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and advisory services. The firm employs a fiduciary-based model, leveraging various investment strategies and technology platforms while often implementing advice through third-party managers and TAMPs.

Erin Mc Closkey is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Osaic Advisory Services, LLC. Her prior roles include positions at Cetera Financial Specialists LLC and Serenity Wealth Partner. Outside of advisory work, she owns McCloskey Tax Prep, where she prepares tax returns. Osaic Advisory Services, LLC is an SEC-registered enterprise advisor serving a broad client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate and charitable entities, retirement plan participants, and sovereign wealth funds. The firm offers a variety of investment programs and consulting services, combining fundamental and technical analysis with access to alternative investments and annuity sub-account management.

Gregory Aynesworth is a CFP® professional with over 33 years of experience in financial advisory and insurance services. He is currently with Osaic Advisory Services, LLC and has previously worked at Arbor Point Advisors, Securities America, and Foothill Securities. Aynesworth is also the president of Omni Prestige Insurance Services, where he manages the sale of life and employee benefits insurance. Osaic Advisory Services, LLC is an SEC-registered enterprise adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporate and charitable entities, and sovereign wealth funds. The firm offers a range of investment programs and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both fundamental and technical analysis alongside access to alternative investments and annuity sub-account management.

Benjamin Wong is a CFP® with 42 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mariner Wealth Advisors since 2021. His prior roles include positions at Commonwealth Financial Network and Msec, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in the sales of music performances through Wenbong Music. Mariner Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and tax services. The firm combines discretionary, customized portfolio management with in-house research and access to third-party managers, and provides integrated tax, accounting, and family office services uncommon among large advisory enterprises.

Hongmei Cohen is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors in Dublin, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her advisory career in 2026. Her background includes roles at Keller Williams and World System Builders, and she has experience in insurance and lending. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base, offering both advisory and broker-dealer services, including proprietary and third-party model portfolios, with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Denise Lo is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial industry. She is currently with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A., having joined HSBC in 2024 after 17 years at Citigroup Global Markets. In addition to her registered representative role, she serves as a Bank Officer for HSBC Bank (USA) N.A., engaging in the sale of bank-related products and services. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. provides managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations through various client-directed and discretionary investment options. The firm employs a multi-profile, strategic and tactical asset allocation approach supported by global asset management affiliates and offers specialized programs including an Offshore Spectrum option for qualified non-resident clients.

Kelly Milligan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 26 years of experience, currently with Sanctuary Advisors, LLC since 2021. She previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. for 10 years and Merrill Lynch for 21 years. Milligan serves as a committee member on the finance committee of the Lazarex Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit that supports end-stage cancer patients through assistance with clinical trial participation and community outreach. Sanctuary Advisors, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, pension plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations through a network of over 400 independent advisers. The firm offers multiple portfolio management options and employs a range of analytical approaches while acting as a fiduciary under written agreements.

Richard Perry is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at GWFS Equities, Wells Fargo Clearing, and JP Morgan Securities. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, offering integrated services tied to Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms. The firm’s approach emphasizes long-term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing within plan lineups selected by plan sponsors.

Shabina Rafiq is a financial advisor at Mariner with 25 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Her prior experience includes roles at Commonwealth Financial Network and Msec, LLC. Additionally, she is a notary public. Mariner serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and coordinated tax and family office services. The firm employs customized discretionary portfolios supported by in-house research and third-party managers, with a notable integration of tax and accounting services uncommon among large enterprises.

Christopher Benz is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC in San Ramon, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameritas Investment Company, LLC and David White & Associates, where he is also involved in insurance-related activities. Additionally, he has seven years of experience with Elite Aesthetics Consulting Co and two years with Kid Lingual English School. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes a range of investment products and program platforms while leveraging third-party technology and managing potential conflicts through its mutual holding company corporate structure.

Stephanus Hermanto is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at IBM and ongoing involvement with firms such as inheritguard, LLC, where he provides education and support on estate planning issues. Additionally, he assists clients with insurance needs through the Covered California Health Insurance Marketplace. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and businesses, delivering services through a large advisor network and multiple program platforms. The firm’s investment approach primarily utilizes model portfolios and third-party managers, combining proprietary and external strategies with an integrated retirement plan ecosystem.

Nolan Parker is a financial advisor with Integrity Alliance, LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has six years of industry experience, including roles at Lion Street Financial and Fremont Bank. Nolan has also been involved in managing client relationships related to life insurance through PEAK360 Wealth Management. Integrity Alliance serves a broad client base, offering advisory and brokerage services through a large network of over 300 advisors managing approximately $5.4 billion in assets, with investment approaches that include discretionary accounts, model portfolios, and third-party manager referrals.

Stuart Ashwood is a financial advisor at MAI Capital Management, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked previously at Mirae Asset Wealth Management (USA) and Four Points Advisors. MAI Capital Management provides a range of investment management and wealth management services to individuals, families, institutional clients, and others. The firm manages over $72 billion in assets and offers customized portfolio strategies across multiple asset classes, integrating financial planning and ancillary services into client relationships.

Rita Lee is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Citigroup since 2018, following a long tenure at Citibank NA from 1995 to 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she provides in-home supportive services to a family member. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering multi-asset, multi-manager investment programs along with broker-dealer execution and custody services. The firm combines large institutional scale with specialized market roles, including swap dealing and futures commission merchant services.