James Watts Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. Outside of advising, he has a 50% ownership in Watts Development, LLC, a real estate business based in Atlanta, GA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven investment approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Eric Ethington is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2014 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 solutions. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable breadth of financial product offerings including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Timothy Robbins is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. Prior to his finance career, he was involved in the restaurant industry at La Gare French Restaurant. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering services through a non-discretionary program where clients retain final decision-making authority.

Spencer Ziemer is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Exchange Bank, and various soccer organizations, as well as ownership of Spencersells LLC, where he sources and sells vintage items online. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Molly Keller is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she supports clients and Financial Consultants with retirement planning-related needs. She works with clients to understand their current financial situations in relation to their general goals, values, and needs, then conducts analyses to build tailored plans by exploring suitable strategies. Molly has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, initially serving as a Financial Representative before becoming a Planning Consultant in 2021. She holds a California Insurance License.

Catheryne Diprete is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and the Global Investment Committee’s analyses. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Christopher Harris is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Financial Advocates Investment Management. Outside of his work at LPL, he provides investment advisory services through Financial Advocates Investment Management, an independent firm. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering a range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm supports investment adviser representatives with model portfolios, third-party asset management, and customized strategies across various account types.

Griffin Barash is a financial advisor with OSAIC in San Rafael, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 20 years of industry experience. He worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc for 12 years before joining OSAIC in 2024. Barash also owns a sole proprietorship focused on fixed insurance research and sales. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporations, offering integrated brokerage, advisory services, and access to third-party investment platforms. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Cristofer Lopez Vargas is a CFP® certificant with four years of industry experience. He is currently with Charles Schwab in Corte Madera, CA, having held positions at Fidelity Investments and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC among others. 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 offers both non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Denise Easterby is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Corte Madera, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade, Principal Securities Inc., and law offices specializing in legal services. She previously worked at Principal Life Insurance, where she continues to receive residuals from former insurance product engagements. Charles Schwab 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Jackson Joyce is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2023. In this role, he collaborates closely with clients to analyze their portfolios and assist them in making informed financial decisions aligned with their life and family goals. Jackson's experience at Fidelity Investments spans several roles, including Investment Consultant (2022-2023), Planning Consultant (2021-2022), and Financial Representative (2020-2021). This progression reflects his ongoing commitment to supporting clients in their financial planning and investment needs. He holds a California Insurance License, which complements his financial advisory capabilities.

Louis Hudson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and E*TRADE. Charles Schwab 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, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach.

Scott Geller is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Rafael, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Bank of America, and Merrill prior to joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides a structured planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

David Grodin is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Sonoma, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with the firm and its affiliate, Mass Mutual Life Insurance, since 2006. Outside of his advisory work, he is the managing partner of Grodin Financial and Insurance Services, LLC, and is involved in owning and managing the books for Inspiration Vineyards, a grape-growing enterprise. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to deliver written recommendations focused on investment categories and strategies.

Jack Caswell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in San Rafael, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Mirador, Inc., Rookie Road, Inc., and Fiddlehead Brewing Company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Edward Ranchigoda is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and currently based in Petaluma, CA. He began his career at Edward Jones in 2026 and has prior experience at Digital Meaning and RanchWin Inc., among other roles. 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 and offers a wide range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Kim Meek is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2020. She has over 27 years of experience in financial planning, focusing on helping clients understand and achieve their individual priorities and goals through an approach grounded in trust and integrity. Prior to her current role, Kim worked at Fisher Investments from 1999 to 2020 in positions including Investment Counselor and Vice President as well as Vice President, Client Services. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Kim's personal interests include family activities, social events with friends, gardening, outdoor adventures, and sailing.

Michelle Moller is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation with 17 years of industry experience. She 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 pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Cassandra Pate is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2018. Prior to her career in finance, she spent five years with Starbucks Coffee Company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a 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 market return models.

Christel Robbins-Whittier is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2019. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 1998, with previous positions including Retirement Planner, Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, and Senior Investment Data Analyst. Her experience spans various aspects of financial planning and client relationship management within the firm. Robbins-Whittier holds a California Insurance License, which supports her work in the financial services sector. She is committed to partnering with clients and their families to work towards their financial goals. Outside of her professional career, she has personal interests that include cars, family activities, movies, pets, Pilates, and traveling.