Luis Salas Ruiz is a financial advisor at First Financial Consulting in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill, as well as involvement with the Calvert House Catholic Center and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund. First Financial Consulting provides financial planning and investment consulting to individuals, families, trusts, estates, and closely held businesses. The firm specializes in non-discretionary services, developing individualized asset allocation models and investment policy statements while assisting clients with implementation and monitoring at their direction.

Daniel Lemus is a financial advisor at AWM Capital, LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining AWM Capital, he worked at New York Life and was a student at Baylor University. AWM Capital, LLC advises high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and private funds by providing fee-based investment management and comprehensive financial planning, including tax, estate, and insurance analysis. The firm uses an open-architecture platform and liability-driven investing framework to create customized portfolios incorporating mutual funds, ETFs, individual securities, and private placements.

William Caton is a CFP® and CFA® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving at First Wilshire Securities Management, Inc. since 1998. He is a co-manager of Moose Mountain, LLC, a family-owned business that leases land and equipment for maple syrup production. First Wilshire provides discretionary investment management to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and institutional accounts, and sponsors two affiliated private funds. The firm employs a value-oriented approach focused on small- and micro-cap equities, using fundamental research and direct company engagement.

Martin Orton is a financial advisor at Kingsbridge Wealth Management, Inc. in Fullerton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Kingsbridge Wealth Management since 2012 and Kingsbridge Trust Company since 2010. Kingsbridge Wealth Management provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other entities. The firm employs a systematic, discretionary investment approach focused on client objectives and strategic asset allocation, offering broad global diversification and tax-aware implementation.

Leighton Helfrick is a financial advisor at AWM Capital, LLC with a Series 65 credential and one year of experience. Prior to joining AWM Capital, he worked at Matthews Commercial Real Estate and has held roles affiliated with UC Davis and Cal State San Marcos, including involvement with the UC Davis Baseball Camp. AWM Capital, LLC advises high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and private funds, providing fee-based investment management and comprehensive financial planning services such as tax, estate, and insurance planning. The firm employs a liability-driven investing framework and an open-architecture platform to create customized portfolios using a variety of investment vehicles, including mutual funds, ETFs, separate account managers, and private placements.

Craig Gougis is a financial advisor at Penserra Wealth Management with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at National Asset Management, Inc. for 12 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in health insurance sales focusing on supplemental policies and business development related to traditional banking services. Penserra Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser providing discretionary portfolio management, pension consulting, and financial planning. The firm serves clients using a mix of analytical approaches and implements diverse strategies including strategic asset allocation, ETFs, mutual funds, and options.

Samantha Morton is a financial advisor at Mosley Wealth Management, Inc. in Anaheim, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mosley Wealth Management, she worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Outside of finance, she has experience working in education and the food industry, including roles at Woodbridge High School and Churned Creamery. Mosley Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as charitable organizations, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment management and integrated financial planning. The firm employs a top-down, macro-economic approach to asset allocation, utilizing diversified portfolios and third-party tools to align investments with client risk profiles.

Hsinyeh Hsieh is a financial advisor at Globalink Wealth Management, LLC with four years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at several firms including Globalink Securities, Inc. and World Financial Group. In addition to her advisory role, Hsieh serves as CEO of Reign Universal Financial & Insurance Agency, focusing on fixed insurance products. Globalink Wealth Management provides financial planning and portfolio management services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a variety of investment strategies, including both discretionary and non-discretionary management, and offers access to third-party investment managers.

Andrew Laurin is a financial advisor at Mosley Wealth Management, Inc. in Anaheim, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance Company. Mosley Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as charitable organizations, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, consulting, and participant account management. The firm employs a top-down, macro-economic approach to asset allocation, utilizing a mix of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis alongside external signal providers and risk-profiling tools to align portfolios with clients’ risk scores.

Nihar Shah is a financial advisor with Shah Wealth Advisors in Chino Hills, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has three years of industry experience, including roles at Ameriprise, Capital Group, and Fidelity Investments. Shah Wealth Advisors is a team of four advisors providing personalized financial planning and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services to a diverse client base. The firm constructs portfolios based on long-term fundamental analysis, tailoring allocations across mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and selected alternative investments.

David Chong is a financial advisor with Strategy Asset Managers L.L.C. in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at firms such as Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Newbridge Securities Corporation. Strategy Asset Managers, LLC manages approximately $741.5 million on a discretionary basis, offering investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, pooled investment vehicles, and institutional sponsors. The firm employs multiple equity strategies supported by fundamental research and third-party data, and also sponsors private funds and provides model portfolios to third-party program sponsors.

Aimee Calderon is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Eclectic Associates, Inc. since 2015 and previously worked at For His Glory Community Church from 2014 to 2016. Eclectic Associates, Inc. is an SEC-registered, fee-only investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, retirement-plan participants, charities, and businesses. The firm manages over $1.4 billion in client assets, focusing on diversified mutual funds and ETFs using Modern Portfolio Theory, long-term holdings, and periodic rebalancing.

Maria Ojeda Partida is a financial advisor at Shah Wealth Advisors with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise for 15 years. Shah Wealth Advisors provides personalized financial planning and investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, family offices, and corporations. The firm employs a long-term, fundamental analysis approach to portfolio construction, tailoring allocations to client goals and risk tolerance with a range of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and suitable alternatives.

Hiroshi Mizutani is a financial advisor at Global Assets Advisory, LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked for Western International Securities, Inc. for 10 years before joining International Assets Investment Management, LLC. Global Assets Advisory, LLC serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, charities, and businesses, managing approximately $552 million through a team of advisors. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and consulting services, utilizing a range of investment vehicles including mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income.

Stephanie Hagan is a financial advisor at Arroyo Investment Group, LLC with four years of industry experience. She has been with Arroyo Investment Group since 2013. Arroyo Investment Group, LLC provides personalized financial planning and discretionary and non-discretionary investment management to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and small businesses. The firm uses a proprietary screening process to select funds for 15 model portfolios, primarily investing in no-load mutual funds and adjusting portfolios semiannually.

Daewoo Lee is a financial advisor at Allmerits Asset, LLC with six years of industry experience and holds the Series 65 credential. He has worked with Allmerits Asset since 2020 and has been involved with affiliated insurance and financial services firms since 2012. Allmerits Asset, LLC provides discretionary portfolio management, retirement plan consulting, and financial consulting to individuals, corporations, nonprofits, and pension/profit-sharing plans. The firm employs tactical and strategic asset-allocation approaches and uses multiple third-party platforms while managing a substantial base of retirement-plan assets alongside discretionary client assets.

Tiarra Johnson is a financial advisor with Asset Planning, Inc in Los Alamitos, CA, holding a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Zeiders Enterprises, Inc and Serco. Asset Planning, Inc provides personal financial planning and investment management services to individuals, families, and related entities, focusing on customized portfolios that combine passive index funds, actively managed funds, dividend-paying equities, and individual bonds. The firm manages approximately $552 million in discretionary assets and emphasizes a strategic asset allocation approach with ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Wade Perry is a financial advisor at Stonemark Wealth Management in Pasadena, CA, with 28 years of industry experience. He has held positions at The Leaders Group, Inc. and has been with Stonemark Wealth Management (formerly Wespac Advisors SoCal LLC) since 2011. Perry holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Stonemark Wealth Management is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and retirement plans, managing approximately $610 million across nearly 400 client relationships. The firm employs customized model portfolios using both fundamental and technical analysis, incorporates option strategies and ETFs for hedging, and offers both direct advisory and sub-advisory services.

Douglas Callen is a CFP® and ChFC® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at B.B. Graham & Company, Inc. since 2010. He also provides consulting services to investment-related firms through CONNEXIEN, LLC and serves as an industry arbitrator for FINRA and the NFA. B.B. Graham & Company offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, pension plans, trusts, and businesses, utilizing fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary asset management.

David Carter is an advisor with Strategy Asset Managers L.L.C. and has no prior industry experience. His background includes long-term roles with the Sports Business Group and the University of Southern California. Strategy Asset Managers serves individuals, high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth families, pension and institutional clients, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers portfolio management, retirement plan consulting, financial planning, and a family office, managing approximately $930 million in discretionary assets and providing a range of equity and multi-asset investment strategies.