Russell Darneille is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Fircrest, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors and the Long Range Planning Committee of the Fircrest Golf Club. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports on income, Social Security, and tax strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, with a focus on managed accounts and algorithmic automation to support its advisory process.

Cale Robinson is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Tacoma, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has worked with Bank of America and Merrill since 2011. 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 investment strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Charles Dietrich is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Lakewood, WA, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2017 and previously worked at Pacific University from 2015 to 2017. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Elizabeth Botts is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tacoma, WA, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. She previously worked at World Vision for 11 years before joining Edward Jones in 2023. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee options, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Ted Schwarz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chehalis, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on an Elder Board as a member of the Board of Directors. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Shayne Dresbach is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Harborstone Credit Union and Twinstar Credit Union. His background also includes roles outside finance, such as work in landscaping and food service. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard and maintaining a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jose Veliz III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 32 years of industry experience. He has been associated with LPL Financial for 22 years and with Financial Advocates Investment Management for 12 years. His professional background includes managing investment-related business activities under the name Veliz Financial Management. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and financial planning services, combining model portfolios, research, and technology-driven investment strategies.

Justin Brandt is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Tacoma, WA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at First Command Brokerage Services and First Command Financial Planning. Outside of advisory work, he is an independent contractor serving clients at Ark Wealth Management and owns Burning Mage LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach combines proprietary investment research and third-party data to produce detailed Recommendation Reports, implemented in collaboration with advisors and clients within a structured product and fee framework.

Mickey Portnoy is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Tacoma, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2010. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as an advisory board member for the Home of Peace Cemetery. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor client plans and provides a broad range of financial products and services.

Sari Keim is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Olympia, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent Financial since 2016 and has worked at Thrivent Investment Management, Inc. since 2005. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, offering holistic, goal-based financial analyses without discretionary trading authority. The firm’s services include comprehensive planning on topics such as retirement, income tax, estate, and special needs planning, with options to combine planning with managed-account programs under consolidated billing.

Merry Dooley is a CFP® certificant with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Raymond James Financial. She has previously worked with Cetera and Columbia State Bank. In addition to her advisory role, she is associated with Columbia Wealth Advisors as a Wealth Planning Manager. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports municipal and public-finance work through a municipal advisor affiliation.

Erica Bearer is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Tacoma, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has held various roles across financial and healthcare organizations since 2010, including positions at Cornerstone Financial Strategies and Kimball Creek Partners. Erica has been with Ameriprise since 2026. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily to clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver personalized recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Jared O'neal is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tacoma, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a 50% owner of Pendell Ranch in Grand Coulee, WA, where he is involved in pasture cattle operations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools supported by a broad range of retail and institutional offerings.

Maria Sanmartin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for The Aspen Trust, a for-profit organization. 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 individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, with portfolio implementation tailored to different investor needs.

Omar Barr is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license with five years of industry experience. He is currently with Edward Jones, having joined in 2024, and previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. His background also includes roles at Thonis Advisory and A/T Capital Management. Outside the financial industry, he is involved in managing vacation rental properties in Manchester, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory and investment solutions, combining a large network of financial advisors with affiliated mutual funds, trust services, and securities-based lending options.

Joseph Curiel is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Tacoma, WA, holding a Series 63 designation and having 47 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2003, currently serving in his role for over 17 years. Outside of his advisory work, he is an associate employee at The Commerce Company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports a broad network of advisors with specialized services such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting programs.

Ryan Mcgaughy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and the Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered advisory and broker-dealer firm serving individuals and institutions with a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Lon Ledvina is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Primerica Advisors since 1993. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm delivers advisory services through a model-driven approach, supported by third-party asset managers and custodians, with approximately $15.5 billion in assets under management.

Emily Grandon is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Thornapple River Capital, LPL Financial, Cetera Advisors, and in personal financial planning roles. Her earlier career includes positions at the Community Health Association of Spokane and Eastern Washington University. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Brock Bennion is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Tacoma, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Financial Advocates Investment Management since 2020 and at LPL Financial since 2020, with additional experience at Kimball Creek Partners and Washington University School of Medicine. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by internal and third-party research.