Nigeena Rahmanzai is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in San Diego, CA. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and Lexis Nexis. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering bundled advisory, brokerage, and custodial services with both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options.

Jose Ramos is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2008. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset thresholds, providing detailed, tax-smart withdrawal and Social Security claiming recommendations. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to generate personalized plans delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Michael Bradshaw is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 52 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill for 45 years and Bank of America for 12 years. Bradshaw holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in San Diego, CA. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Joseph Morse II is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC and Citigroup Global Markets. He also operates a wealth management business affiliated with his LPL practice in La Mesa, CA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Andrew Null is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2020. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative, and Service Trader. Throughout his career, Andrew has focused on assisting clients in achieving their financial goals while helping them avoid common pitfalls. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in providing comprehensive financial advice. Andrew is committed to building trust and confidence with his clients as he guides them through their financial planning journeys.

Lance Pelky is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked with firms such as VOYA Financial Advisors and America's Tax Solutions and has operated his own business, Lance Pelky & Associates, since 1998. Outside of finance, he owns Fine Wine Purveyors, a business unrelated to investment activities. 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 advisory and brokerage services utilizing model portfolios, third-party management, and customized strategies, supported by technology tools, while overseeing over $819 billion in discretionary assets and a network of more than 22,800 advisors.

Mazen Abifaker is currently serving as a Vice President Private Wealth Management Advisor at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. In this capacity, he collaborates with multi-generational families to co-create personalized wealth plans aimed at growing, preserving, and transferring their wealth. Mazen has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant and Investment Consultant, which has provided him with extensive experience in financial advisory and wealth management. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Bank Teller at Wells Fargo Bank from 2009 to 2010. He holds a California Insurance License, underlining his professional qualifications in the financial services sector.

Gabriel Ruz is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously held positions at Tesla Inc and Solar City. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment and advisory solutions, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, affiliated mutual funds, and other financial services.

Christopher Ouimet is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with various Cetera entities since 2019 and was previously associated with Foresters Financial Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform with diverse investment program options.

Danielle Vigneault is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Merrill prior to joining LPL. 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. The firm offers various investment solutions including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supporting its network of over 22,800 advisors.

John Corotis is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has experience working at Edward Jones since 2026, following prior roles at Checkbook Inc. and Jumper Media. 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 under management and offers a wide range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Laura Decker is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently with Cetera since 2019. Her prior experience includes roles at Foresters Advisory Services, Foresters Financial Services, and managing her own LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients nationwide. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Stephen Seidel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2018, following a three-year tenure at American Funds Distributors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools but does not include individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning services.

Barin De La Torre is a Series 66-licensed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2014. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates ESG eligibility frameworks.

Johnny Aguilar is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab in 2022, he spent several years in education and operated Janet's Cafe & Deli. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts.

Gavin Holmes is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and no prior industry experience. Before joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at RemoteLink Solutions and has experience in educational roles at San Diego State University and High Tech High Chula Vista. 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 strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Bao Truong is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. He has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several entrepreneurial activities including car rentals through Turo and managing multiple rental properties, and he also pursues gardening as a hobby. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and offers recommendations that may include ESG criteria, supported by affiliated investment management services.

Valerie Reyes is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she partners with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their goals. She aims to ensure clients feel informed, supported, and empowered to make decisions regarding their financial future. Valerie has held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant from 2022 to 2025 and Relationship Manager from 2021 to 2022. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Financial Consultant at LA Pension Planners and Equitable Advisors. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of work, Valerie enjoys board games, cooking and baking, spending time with pets, Pilates, snowboarding, and traveling.

Joseph Eben is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1993 and also works with H & R Block since 2013. Outside of advising, he is involved in sales of home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Jason Theisen is a financial advisor with Cetera in San Diego, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 designations with 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Truuwater Financial, Stratos Wealth Partners, and Ibis Capital. He is also registered as Practice Operations Coordinator for Pushpin Financial, a Cetera business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with varied program options and custodial relationships.