Isaac Pineda is a financial advisor at Lifeworks Advisors, LLC with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including J.P. Morgan Securities, Centaurus Financial, and LPL Financial. Outside of advising, he consults on tax and exit planning through Innovation Consulting, LLC and is a licensed insurance agent. Lifeworks Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and businesses. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and portfolio management, utilizing a planning-based or risk-based investment approach supported by quantitative and fundamental analysis, tax-aware strategies, and proprietary technology integrations.

Guillermo Silesky is a financial advisor with Simplicity Wealth in Orange, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Secure Investment Management, Cambridge Investment Research, and MassMutual. Outside of his advisory work, he also advises and assists in the preparation of trusts and life insurance retirement planning through Tax Smart Investing & Planning. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional entities, offering services that include financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory. The firm employs a fund-of-funds investment approach using ETFs, mutual funds, and selected individual securities, and supports other advisers through technology, operational platforms, and a range of model portfolios.

Douglas Callen is a CFP® and ChFC® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at B.B. Graham & Company, Inc. since 2010. He also provides consulting services to investment-related firms through CONNEXIEN, LLC and serves as an industry arbitrator for FINRA and the NFA. B.B. Graham & Company offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, pension plans, trusts, and businesses, utilizing fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary asset management.

Thomas Gillespie is a financial advisor at NWF Advisory Services Inc with 50 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2011 to 2023. Gillespie serves on the Board of Directors for Sonoma State, where he reviews financial statements and money market recommendations. NWF Advisory Services manages approximately $6.4 billion in client assets through a network of over 100 advisory representatives, primarily serving individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs an open-architecture, technology-driven platform offering portfolio management, model portfolios, unified managed accounts, and retirement plan consulting.

Rick Martinez is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. He has previously worked at firms including Great Point Advisors, Retirement Wealth Management, Great Point Capital, and Center Street Securities. Outside of advising, Martinez holds a teaching credential and works with the Alvord Unified School District. Ausdal Financial Partners serves a broad client base including individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and business entities, managing approximately $3.73 billion for over 16,000 clients. The firm offers customized investment strategies developed at the advisor level and a range of services including financial planning, separately managed accounts, and retirement-plan advisory.

Julianne Copeland is a financial advisor at Halbert Hargrove with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 credential and has previously worked at Modern Money and California State University of Long Beach. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors serves individuals, trusts, estates, pension and profit-sharing plans, and other institutions by offering discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and access to independent managers and private funds. The firm uses a formal Investment Committee with a documented analytical framework to guide its investment decisions, combining qualitative and quantitative methods across a range of investment vehicles.

Kam Ho is a financial advisor with NWF Advisory Services Inc in Anaheim, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Royal Alliance since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a statutory agent for Wise Steward Insurance Services, where he assists clients with insurance needs and policy administration. NWF Advisory Services manages approximately $6.4 billion in client assets through a network of over 100 advisors, primarily serving individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses an open-architecture, technology-driven platform to offer portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement consulting services.

Paul Seig is a CFP® with 44 years of industry experience, currently serving at Kovack Advisors, Inc. since 2022. He previously worked at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC for over two decades. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a CPA practice and serves as treasurer for a local RV club. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities, utilizing a comprehensive investment approach supported by Envestnet technology and both internal and third-party portfolio management solutions.

Michelle White is a financial advisor with Halbert Hargrove in Long Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Halbert Hargrove since 1998. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors manages approximately $4.2 billion for a range of clients including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm provides discretionary, fee-only investment management and financial planning through a multi-advisor platform, employing a research-driven Investment Committee to construct diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

Bradley Shammas is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with CreativeOne Securities, LLC. He has worked with CreativeOne Securities and IWM Financial, Inc. since 2016. Shammas serves as president-elect of the Financial Planning Association of Orange County and is involved in promoting financial literacy through free education workshops. CreativeOne Securities, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm provides financial planning, portfolio management, retirement-plan fiduciary services, and access to third-party managers through its CreativeOne Wealth platform.

Rostam Atefi is a financial advisor at Brookwood Investment Group with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors and Belpointe Asset Management. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in providing shipping services to businesses in Long Beach, CA. Brookwood Investment Group is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing approximately $1.06 billion for over 3,100 clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services, utilizing a range of investment strategies tailored to client needs.

Ronak Adani is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Valmark Advisers, Valmark Securities, and L2 Financial since 2025, and previously at Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade. Valmark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with ongoing monitoring and periodic reviews.

Christopher Gelfuso is a financial advisor at Virtue Capital Management, LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has a background that includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Bridge Partners. Outside of advisory work, he is CEO of Gelfuso Enterprises, Inc., which provides tax planning, bookkeeping, and payroll services, and is involved in several small business ventures including trailer rentals and a home improvement supply company. Virtue Capital Management, LLC is a federally registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, qualified retirement plans, and other advisers. The firm uses a multi-team model and combines tactical, strategic, and dynamic investment approaches, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and sub-advisory services with a focus on customized client solutions.

Zachary Alloway is a financial advisor at Halbert Hargrove with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Buona Tavola and Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate entities, managing approximately $4.2 billion across a multi-advisor platform. The firm provides discretionary, fee-only investment management along with financial planning, consulting, and retirement plan services, utilizing a research-driven approach to build diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

John Esparza is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Halbert Hargrove with two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at the University of Arizona, Caci, and service in the California National Guard and United States Army. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors serves individuals, trusts, estates, pension and profit-sharing plans, and other institutions by providing discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and access to independent managers and private funds. The firm employs a formal Investment Committee that uses a documented analytical framework combining qualitative and quantitative analysis to guide investment decisions across a range of asset types.

Samantha Garcia is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license, with 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Halbert Hargrove since 2018 and previously worked at Asset Planning, Inc. from 2014 to 2018. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional clients such as pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary, fee-only investment management combined with financial planning and retirement plan services, using a committee-based approach to construct diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

Robert Birgen is a CFP® and PFS™ with 39 years of experience in financial advising. He currently works at Merit Financial Advisors and previously held roles at LPL Financial, Stanislawski & Harrison Wealth Management, Abridge Partners, and operated Birgen Asset Management. Outside of his financial career, he owns and produces a Christian Catholic podcast called BobtheLector. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services, including asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan advice, using a long-term, diversified investment approach supported by an internal Investment Management team and customizable portfolio models.

Boris Castillo is a CFP® with over 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with NWF Advisory Services Inc and has held roles at several firms including LPL Financial and Kinecta Financial & Insurance Services. Castillo also manages Amenity Wealth, an LLC that provides advisory and insurance services, and operates a sole proprietorship focused on life insurance, annuities, and long-term care solutions. NWF Advisory Services is an SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $6.4 billion in client assets through a network of more than 100 advisory representatives. The firm serves primarily individual and high-net-worth clients and offers a technology-driven, open-architecture platform for portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting.

Shiow Yun Wu is a financial advisor at Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including CETERA Advisor Networks LLC, Voya Financial Advisors, Inc., and Royal Alliance Associates, INC. Outside of her advisory role, Wu is also engaged in insurance sales as an independent contractor. Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. serves individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors by providing financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory program access through various firm-managed and third-party platforms. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account management with routine client reviews and employs a mix of separately managed accounts, model portfolios, and automated rebalancing tools.

Art Steven Federis is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Choreo, LLC since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at RSM US Wealth Management LLC and Halbert Hargrove. Choreo provides investment and advisory services to a diverse client base including individual investors, family offices, endowments, foundations, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm’s investment approach focuses on strategic asset allocation and diversified model portfolios managed by a centralized team and overseen by an Investment Committee.