Alvaro Valverde is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and Bio Terra Corporation. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated with Bank of America’s corporate platform, providing access to a wide set of products and services.

Benjamin Shen is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2018 and previously spent 14 years at Scottrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and managed-account services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and due diligence.

Kristine Lee is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMC Bank NA since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its advisory process.

Gabriel Castellanos is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 4 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank in various capacities 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 offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Stanley Anderson is a CFP® with 43 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera since 2023. He has been affiliated with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013. Outside of advisory work, he sells collectible coins from his personal collection on eBay. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

David Paik is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Merrill, Bank of America, TD Ameritrade, and Scottrade. 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, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Xiaobing Li is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. Li has also held roles at Boston University and Ohio State University. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that integrates fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies, use of AI and algorithmic methods, and formal governance procedures.

Arturo Alvarez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Brokerage Services and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Bradley Scott is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Arcadia, CA, holding a Series 63 license and 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of advising, he manages a business entity focused on operational aspects of his financial planning practice and is involved in independent insurance brokering. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide non-discretionary recommendations. The firm also delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Peter Chow is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets, East West Bank, U.S. Bancorp Investments, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory role, he is president and owner of Family Paws Resort LLC, a dog daycare and boarding business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts through a multi-manager platform that offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Charssy Zhang is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing who holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2018 and at Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2017, with prior experience at Avemia USA Inc. from 2014 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 financial advisors.

Melody Chow is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab, she held roles at Charles Schwab Bank, The Little Bra Company, and worked in education and healthcare. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a blend of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options with multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Dat Nguyen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Before joining Fidelity, he worked in various educational roles from 2014 to 2024, including positions at Western Governors University, University of Riverside, Gabrielino High School, and Jefferson Middle School. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including multi-manager and fund-of-funds structures. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Saurin Munshaw is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Chino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked at AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Munshaw owns a photography business. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Jeffrey Sharpe is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Upland, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2002 and 2005, respectively. 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 a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and thorough due diligence on alternative investments within an integrated operational structure.

Toan Au is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2012 and is also the owner of AUCO Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Caralynn Stein is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and was previously with Citigroup Global Markets starting in 2004. Outside of finance, she is a co-owner of a paintball supply store. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Luis Barker is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 2003 and has additional roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Shamrock Foods. Barker also engages in sales of investment-related products and receives compensation for referring home security, automation, and loan products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which includes model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Julia Kaminski is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Royal Alliance Associates Inc for 21 years. Kaminski is also the owner of Dewey, McDonald & Carrillo, Inc., a firm that provides tax preparation and management advisory services, including tax mitigation and estate planning. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a wide range of integrated brokerage, advisory, and managed account services, utilizing asset allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct and manage portfolios.

Paul Hoang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.