Gregg Kobashigawa is a CFP® with 35 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Ameriprise since 2005. He holds a background in accounting and tax preparation through his ownership of a CPA professional corporation and involvement in creative consulting and startup investments. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes written recommendation reports and ongoing tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm utilizes proprietary research and third-party data to support its investment recommendations, which emphasize dependable income sources for clients nearing or in retirement.

David Connor is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Linsco/Private Ledger since 2001. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with a real estate rental business in Pomona. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced advisor tools and a broad non-advisory financial services platform.

Efren Martinez is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He previously worked at SagePoint Financial, Inc. for 14 years before joining OSAIC in 2023. Martinez is also the owner of Martinez & Rezac Financial Services, an insurance agency selling fixed and health insurance, and serves as a Notary Public in California. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and financial planning. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios that may include a variety of investment types and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Cynthia Hedahl is a financial advisor at Merrill with 33 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill, along 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gary Lam is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, UnionBanc Investment Services, and Union Bank. Outside of finance, he has been involved with Dang Pharmacy Group, Inc. and San Gabriel Medical Pharmacy. 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 advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Arturo Ramirez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has also worked at Bank of America, N.A. for ten years. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Soward is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chino, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an adjunct professor at Mt. San Antonio College and is involved in independent insurance brokering and tax preparation through his CPA business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice primarily for clients with assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Derek Johnson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. Outside of advising, he serves on the Riverside Chamber of Commerce Downtown Council and the Riverside Sport Hall of Fame executive board. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Cole Green is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Financial Services, Nylife Securities, and New York Life Insurance Co. since 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and an Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Ryan Vollkommer is a financial advisor at Stifel with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Stifel since 2022. Prior to joining Stifel, he held positions at MWA Financial Services Inc, Modern Woodmen of America, Red Bull, and FACESS. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Joseph Dehni is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Fidelity Investments. Outside of his advisory work, he is a general partner and managing member of Brothers Associates LLC, a UPS Store franchise, and Detroit Pizza Company LLC, where he assists with advertising and promotion on a limited basis. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Elizabeth Sandoval is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 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 services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Israel Nazari is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having three years of industry experience. He previously worked at The Lemoine Group, Inc for nine years before joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Paul Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Redlands, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2010. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC‑registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Jose Guzman Vazquez is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. He has prior experience at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. spanning six years. 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 strategies for a variety of individual and institutional clients.

Lolla Long is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, she worked at CUSO Financial Services, LP, PNC Investments, and several BBVA entities. She has been involved with the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio County for 10 years. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Lynette Atchley is a financial advisor at Cetera with 26 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP®, PFS™, and Series 66 credentials. Atchley is also CEO and managing director of CPA Financial Advisors, Inc., where she oversees a team preparing tax returns and handling accounting functions. Additionally, she serves as chairperson of a committee for the California CPA association focused on financial planners and holds board roles with The Holloway Group and Rebirth Homes Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various investment strategies and third-party managers.

Lawrence Ruiz is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Altadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1999 and also serves at the California School of the Arts, San Gabriel Valley. Outside of advising, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management via its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm employs third-party asset managers and offers a tiered wrap-fee structure while maintaining oversight of portfolio models and manager selection.

Steven Antinucci is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Yucaipa, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2012, following prior roles at Merrill and Wells Fargo Investments. Antinucci is also a California-commissioned notary. 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 and access to model portfolios, employing various investment strategies supported by proprietary research and technology tools.

Paul Castro is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cetera, UnionBanc Investment Services, and an 11-year tenure at Caliber Picture Framing. He is involved in several business activities outside of advisory work, including an insurance agency and tax and accounting services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions and supports advisors with advanced research and operational tools.