Paul Sirois is a financial advisor with LaSalle St. Investment Advisors, L.L.C. in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and over 30 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at LaSalle St Securities LLC, Securities America Advisors, Inc., Foothill Securities, Inc., and New England Securities. In addition to his advisory work, he operates an insurance sales business offering life, disability, long-term care, and group health insurance products. LaSalle St. Investment Advisors provides fee-based financial planning and investment supervisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and small businesses. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary management programs, utilizing a range of investment vehicles and third-party managers, with a notable predominance of non-discretionary assets under management.

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.

Alex Froloff is a financial advisor at Wedbush Securities Inc. in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Principal Securities Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally does Uber Eats deliveries with his 12-year-old son. Wedbush Securities provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm offers wealth management, fixed income, commodities, and capital markets services, with portfolio management tailored to client objectives and risk tolerances.

James Hu is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mutual Advisors, LLC and has prior experience at CreativeOne Wealth, Polaris Financial, Partnervest Advisory Services, and Equitable Advisors. He is also an independent insurance agent servicing life, annuity, and long-term care insurance policies through Polaris Financial. Mutual Advisors, LLC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional investors. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, employing a mix of active and passive strategies tailored to client objectives, and manages approximately $9.45 billion across 154 advisors.

Brian Raat is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Wedbush Morgan Securities since 2009 and previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 1997 to 2009. He is based in Pasadena, CA. Wedbush Securities provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering a range of wealth management, fixed income, commodities, and capital markets solutions alongside discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Andrew Filipek is a financial advisor at Wedbush Securities Inc. with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at Wedbush Securities since 2008, also serving as Deputy Chairman of Wedbush Europe Sp Zoo since 2010, overseeing operations in Poland and Central & Eastern Europe. Wedbush Securities offers investment advisory and broker-dealer services to a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm’s offerings include wealth management, fixed income, commodities, securities lending, capital markets, and research services, with capabilities in both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Mark Wiacek is a financial advisor at CL Wealth Management LLC with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at CL Wealth Management since 2017. He is also a partner and investment manager at San Marino Investment Services, where he handles various aspects of the firm including compliance, marketing, sales, and office management. CL Wealth Management provides portfolio advisory and financial planning services to a range of clients including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and tailors investment strategies based on client objectives and risk tolerance.

Matthew Munro is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at BakerAvenue Asset Management. He previously worked for eight years at Sand Hill Global Advisors before joining BakerAvenue in 2021. BakerAvenue Asset Management is an SEC-registered multi-team wealth manager serving individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning with a range of strategies that incorporate quantitative, fundamental, and tactical allocation tools, alongside family office and specialized tax and estate planning services.

Leah Snell is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Snowden Capital Advisors LLC since 2012, serving as a partner and vice president. Snowden Capital Advisors LLC serves high-net-worth individuals, family offices, foundations, pension plans, endowments, and institutional clients, providing portfolio management, investment consulting, and financial planning. The firm combines multi-team scale with institutional capabilities and offers customized model portfolios alongside third-party manager selection.

Seungnam Lee is a financial consultant with Wedbush Securities Inc. in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wedbush Securities since 2015 and was briefly with Kadence Advisors, LLC in 2014. Wedbush Securities provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering a range of services including wealth management, fixed income, commodities, and capital markets, with both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options.

Michael Aaron is a financial advisor at Wedbush Securities Inc. in Pasadena, CA, with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wedbush Securities since 2012, following 16 years at Merrill Lynch. Wedbush Securities provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of services including wealth management, fixed income, commodities, securities lending, and capital markets, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Christina Hospedales is a financial advisor with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing nine years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Kestra Private Wealth Services, Kestra Investment Services, and PSM Private Wealth Management since 2015. Outside of advisory duties, she is a notary and has served in various administrative and assistant roles within the investment industry. Kestra Private Wealth Services provides investment advisory services through a network of independent advisors and multi-advisor teams, managing approximately $13.45 billion in client assets as of the end of 2025. The firm serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of investment products and platforms with discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Raphy Timour is a financial advisor with Sovran Advisors, LLC in Pasadena, CA, holding two years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Sovran Advisors since 2024 and previously operated at Pontrelli, Timour & Associates, Inc. since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, Timour is a partner in Soteria Business Solutions, a human resource outsourcing company, where he participates in board-level decision making. Sovran Advisors serves individuals, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors by providing financial planning, advisory services, and portfolio management through various program types. The firm employs a mix of active and passive investment strategies, with a focus on customized implementation and technology-supported rebalancing.

Sam Sy is a financial advisor at Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Foresters Equity Services, Inc. from 2010 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he sells health and travel insurance. Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. serves individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors by providing financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory program access. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory services through multiple platforms, including Hilltop/Envestnet, and manages over $900 million in client assets.

William Chapman is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role at Merrill, he provides financial guidance and investment strategies tailored to client needs. He holds a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree from the Purdue University System. His academic background supports his expertise in wealth management and financial planning.

Lawrence Lo is a financial advisor at Sowell Management with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Sowell Management since 2025. Prior to this, he was Vice President of Global Business Development at Rayliant Investment Research, where he worked since 2017 and also serves as President of Rayliant Wealth. Sowell Management is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and other RIAs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm employs multiple management styles and offers model portfolios, third-party manager selection, unified managed account solutions, and the ability to manage held-away accounts.

Michael Powers is a financial advisor with Wedbush Securities Inc. in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He previously worked at McDonald Partners LLC for 13 years and Wells Fargo Clearing for 4 years. Wedbush Securities offers investment advisory and broker-dealer services to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of wealth management and capital markets services, with Financial Consultants acting as portfolio managers who tailor strategies to client objectives.

Stephen Ching is a financial advisor at Wedbush Securities Inc. with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wedbush Securities since 2010. In addition to his advisory role, he is a mortgage loan originator for US Bank. Wedbush Securities offers investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm provides a wide range of services including wealth management, fixed income, commodities, and securities lending, with portfolio management tailored to client objectives and risk tolerances.

Andrew Daze is a financial consultant with Wedbush Securities Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Wedbush, he worked in various roles including freelance editing and bakery operations. Outside of finance, he has experience in small business management through his involvement with Eagle Rock Italian Bakery & Deli. Wedbush Securities provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of services including wealth management, fixed income, and securities lending, with a focus on customized portfolio management and institutional research.

John Knoth is a financial advisor at Wedbush Securities Inc. with 47 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has worked at Wedbush Securities since 2018, following 20 years at Morgan Stanley and its affiliates. Wedbush Securities serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering investment advisory and broker-dealer services across wealth management, fixed income, commodities, securities lending, and capital markets. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, as well as institutional research and prime services.