Linh Wong is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Securities LLC, LPL Financial, East West Bank, and Cetera Investment Services. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Robert Mount is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2013 and has been self-employed in retirement planning since 1987. Outside of his advisory role, Mount serves as president of a homeowner association board. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse portfolio management options through a multi-manager platform, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across multiple program structures.

Jeffrey Snyder is a CFP® with over 31 years of industry experience. He is currently with Charles Schwab, where he has worked since 2021, following prior roles at TD Ameritrade and Scottrade. 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 offers a range of integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Jeffrey Snyder is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in San Ramon, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research since 2016 and previously worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of advisory work, he is a sales agent for Gateway Insurance Group. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and provides access to a variety of platforms, third-party advisers, and proprietary model strategies.

Masihulla Nawabi is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He has held positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates both quantitative and qualitative research, including an ESG eligibility framework, and offers access to derivatives and commodities capabilities not commonly available in other institutional programs.

Stephane Johnston is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been assisting clients since 2020. He specializes in wealth planning using a goals-based planning approach to help clients achieve their financial objectives. Prior to this role, Stephane served as a Vice President Senior Private Client Advisor at Bank of the West from 2016 to 2020 and as an Investment Counselor at Fisher Investments from 2014 to 2016. Stephane holds a California Insurance License, supporting his ability to provide comprehensive financial advice. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he engages in various personal interests including family activities, golf, running, soccer, traveling, and volunteering.

David Carlisle is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, where he has worked since 2014 and at THRIVENT Financial since 2015, totaling 11 years in the industry. He is active in youth development as Committee Chairman for Cub Scouts Pack 914 and as an Assistant Scoutmaster for Boy Scouts Troop 924 in Livermore. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits through a large network of advisors, focusing on holistic, goal-based planning across a broad range of financial topics without discretionary trading authority.

Ian Staley is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Pleasanton, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Royal Alliance Associates, Signator Investors, Transamerica Financial Advisors, and Emmett A. Larkin Company. He is also the owner of Staley Financial Services, a sole proprietorship focused on life insurance sales and case design. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with portfolio optimization tools and supports discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across various account types.

Spencer Jung is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth in San Ramon, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2025, he worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for four years and has held positions at O'Brien Wealth Partners, Northeastern University, and Grantham, Mayo & Van Otterloo. Outside of advising, he sells life, disability, and long-term care insurance products. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform that offers brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs a model-based investment approach featuring asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and various managed account programs across a complex network of affiliated firms.

Phillip Hohn is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads the Hohn Group, which provides customized, objective guidance to clients with a focus on creating personalized wealth management strategies that prioritize risk-averse investment portfolios and streamlined financing options. The group serves technology executives, high-net-worth individuals, and small business owners across 16 states. Phillip offers expertise in areas such as portfolio management, retirement planning, education and estate planning, concentrated stock exit strategies, and corporate retirement plan asset management. With over four decades of industry experience, Phillip and his team emphasize a holistic and individualized approach to wealth management, tailoring strategies to each client's unique goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. The group extensively supports clients with stock option and Employee Stock Plan Services, particularly assisting Silicon Valley technology executives since 1998. Phillip holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Phillip earned his High School Diploma/GED from Chabot College. He is bilingual in Persian and English. Outside of his professional focus, Phillip engages in community volunteer work and enjoys personal interests such as biking, boating, camping, fishing, hiking, reading, woodworking, traveling, spending time with family, and watching movies.

Sean Sato is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, serving in various capacities including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Sean focuses on helping clients make informed financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Sean holds a California Insurance License, supporting his ability to advise clients on insurance matters as part of comprehensive financial planning. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Sean enjoys cooking and baking, exploring food as a foodie, playing golf, engaging in outdoor adventures, spending time with pets, and traveling.

Winky Li is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she collaborates with financial consultants to help clients leverage Fidelity's resources and planning tools to work towards their financial goals. Prior to this, she served as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022. Her professional experience also includes roles as a Premier Banker at Wells Fargo (2020-2021), a Relationship Manager at Bank of America (2019-2020), and a Lending Officer at East West Bank (2017-2019). Winky holds a California Insurance License, which supports her work in the financial services industry. Outside of her professional career, she enjoys attending concerts, social events with friends, kayaking, photography, theater, and traveling.

Amber Tamara Nguyen is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined the Stimpfig Wealth Management Group in 2014 and has over a decade of experience serving clients. Amber helps develop, implement, and track customized wealth management strategies designed to assist clients in pursuing their financial goals while managing investment risk. She works with clients on retirement planning, funding education expenses, and creating legacies for future generations. Amber holds the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. She earned her bachelor's degree from the California State University System.

Ronald Sanchez is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Commonwealth Financial Network, Mass Mutual Investors Services, Metlife Securities, Inc., and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. He is also the owner and president of Viewpoint Financial Network Corporation, an entity engaged in securities, advisory, and insurance business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered primarily by investment adviser representatives using various strategic and tactical investment options.

Allison Bordeaux is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pleasanton, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked at Northrop Grumman and Meta Platforms, Inc. She also has professional experience at Deloitte. 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 services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and conservative modeling techniques.

Michael Allard is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Danville, CA, holding Series 63 and 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial and its predecessor entities since 2005 and previously worked at National Planning Corporation from 2002 to 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Calbay Investments, Inc., a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Christina Guzman is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pleasanton, CA, bringing six years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2019. Outside of her advisory role, Christina is also a private yoga instructor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Donna Lee is currently a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2023. Prior to this role, she served as a Financial Consultant and Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2016 to 2023. Donna has also worked as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2012 to 2016, and held financial advisor roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Merrill Lynch between 2008 and 2011. Her areas of focus include retirement planning, income protection, investment strategies, and legacy planning considerations. Donna holds a California Insurance License, supporting her expertise in these areas. Outside of her professional career, Donna enjoys cooking and baking, fitness, exploring food, gardening, and traveling.

Auropuja Markus is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Walnut Creek, CA, holding CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a rental property in Lincoln, CA, which is managed by a property management company. Edward Jones serves more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of wealth management services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm is notable for its large retail advisor network and additional capabilities such as a trust company and securities-based lending options.

Kevin Huang is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2021. In this role, he helps clients create clear and personalized retirement plans, offering trusted guidance through life's milestones and supporting informed financial decisions. Prior to his current position, Kevin gained experience as a Private Client Banker at JP Morgan Chase from 2019 to 2021, and as an International Marketing Manager at Bank of the West from 2015 to 2019. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Kevin enjoys camping, attending concerts, cooking and baking, visiting museums, and snowboarding.