Thomas Meyer is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with WELLS FARGO Advisors from 2012 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Maria Lourdes Echaide is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017 and worked previously at Wells Fargo Bank for one year. She holds the Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Steven Mac Near is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 21 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial, Next Financial Group, and Waddell & Reed, among others. Outside of advising, he operated MacNear Marine Surveys and Appraisals for over three decades. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party managers and program structures.

Sallyeann Brallier is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 35 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2010 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is based on investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Marion Wagner is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Petaluma, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Wagner previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA before joining Ameriprise in 2024. Outside of advisory work, Wagner has involvement in real estate ownership unrelated to investment activities. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering tailored recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Soheil Zamanianpour is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2018 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2004. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and includes both discretionary and non-discretionary options, with a broad investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Bess Mckay is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rohnert Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Outside her advisory role, she is involved in a trust-related business activity based in Mill Valley, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a financial planning process that utilizes structured discovery tools and modeling techniques.

Christopher Stafford is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Exchange Bank and held various roles within legal offices and banking institutions. He serves as Treasurer and a board member for the Analy High School Education Foundation, a not-for-profit organization in Sebastopol, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a network of over 23,000 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices nationwide.

James Bertero is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Santa Rosa, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank subsidiary since 2009 and 2015 respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes structured planning tools and modeling techniques, serving clients through both direct relationships and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Sampuran Sekhon is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Santa Rosa, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he held roles at Redwood Credit Union and the Santa Cruz Institute for Particle Physics, among other positions. He is involved in a local networking organization where he serves on the leadership team as Growth Coordinator. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies to assist clients in managing their assets.

Richard Duarte is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 1994. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in independent insurance sales through Crumbley Financial Services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and nonprofits. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, research, and technology-driven strategies.

Daniel Myers is a CFP® certificant and holds a Series 66 license with Edward Jones in Windsor, CA. He has 17 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and investment solutions, operates under a fiduciary standard, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Oliver Trent is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Santa Rosa, California. He holds a Series 66 designation and has four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked in roles at Vintage Wine Estates, VML Winery, and Zoomcare. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management options supported by research and model portfolios.

Michael Lightner is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Petaluma, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and affiliated financial services.

Elliot Sandvig is a CFP® and Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with six years at the firm and a total of five years in the industry. His prior experience includes roles at Medtronic and Ascent Services Group, as well as research work at the University of California, Davis (Bers Lab). Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices.

Gonzalo Ochoa is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2001. His tenure includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Duncan Kelm is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Santa Rosa, CA, holding a Series 66 license and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Booz Allen Hamilton. Outside of his advisory role, Kelm owns and operates Arrow Point Tax Services, providing tax preparation and accounting services, and generates online advertising revenue through educational content on tax planning. LPL Financial is a national investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by research and strategic portfolio management.

Julie Lynch is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Santa Rosa, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 14 years of industry experience. She previously worked at CUSO Financial Services and has been associated with Redwood Credit Union since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she is an owner and landlord of a rental property in Ukiah, CA. 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. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, research, and multiple investment strategies.

David Devincenzi is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Charles Schwab Bank since 2018 and previously held positions at AIG SunAmerica and its capital services division. Outside of advisory roles, he was involved with Riverfront Fitness Gym from 2016 to 2018. 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 separately managed accounts and uses a multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by research and due diligence.

Kyle Tomik is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.