Steven Richards is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carlsbad, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Western International Securities, Inc. for eight years and Financial West Group for 26 years. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisory services with technology and operational tools across a broad network of more than 22,800 advisors.

John Naviaux is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 15 years of experience providing counsel to senior executives, public and private C-suite leaders, entrepreneurs, and families. He specializes in delivering guidance on wealth preservation, accumulation, and distribution, with a focus on navigating large liquidity transactions, personal and professional transitions, and unplanned life events. John applies a personal and thoughtful approach to address his clients' challenges and uncover emerging opportunities. John holds several professional designations, including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona and an MBA from the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business. He participates in the Merrill Next Generation Leadership Council and the USC Marshall School of Business Alumni Group. Beyond his professional commitments, John is involved with the American Heart Association and Miracle Babies. He enjoys activities such as basketball, football, golfing, tennis, reading, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Gino Russo is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 25 years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Northwestern Mutual and Adifo UCAP. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers, offering financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars. The firm structures financial planning as ongoing, collaborative relationships focused on goal analysis and written recommendations.

David Klenske is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at Sagepoint Financial, OSAIC Services, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Prudential Equity Group. Klenske is also involved in healthcare market activities outside of his advisory work. 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, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Mona Corbett is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including Woodbury Financial Services and U.S. Bancorp Advisors. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in establishing a wellness center called Serenity Ranch and operates a sole proprietorship focused on financial wellness solutions. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, and corporate clients, offering both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by a range of discretionary and third-party manager strategies.

Peter Savarese is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at TD Ameritrade Inc. from 2013 to 2024. Savarese is based in Escondido, CA. 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions, employing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

John Condos is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, he acts as a trustee and successor trustee for investment-related trusts. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that combine advisory and brokerage capabilities.

Ron Roff is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2009 and also works with Charles Schwab Bank since 2011. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and provides custodial, brokerage, and cash-sweep services within an integrated operational structure.

Christopher Carpou is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with a team of investment professionals to deliver financial strategies and advice for high net worth clients, focusing on fixed income portfolio management. Mr. Carpou began his career in the investment business 41 years ago, specializing in public finance and fixed income markets. He established the first municipal trading desk in California for Morgan Stanley and later served as Managing Director and Senior Municipal Bond Trader for Bank of America, where he was responsible for underwriting, trading, marketing, and portfolio structuring of municipal securities. His experience includes working with institutional and high net-worth retail investors as well as issuers of municipal debt at various government levels. Mr. Carpou earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from San Diego State University and holds Series 7, 52, 53, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations. In addition to his professional work, Christopher Carpou has served on the Board of Directors of Options House, a nonprofit shelter for runaway and abused teens, and as President of the Los Angeles Municipal Bond Club. He is actively involved as a volunteer with his local Little League. His personal interests include baseball, biking, football, gardening, golfing, hiking, reading, scuba diving, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Daniel Logan is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has held roles at Logan and Reed Wealth Partners and Raymond James Financial and is also a professional lacrosse player in the National and Premier Lacrosse Leagues. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through unique affiliations.

Eric Cooper is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Oceanside, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in various roles across staffing, healthcare, and local government sectors. He serves as a board member for the Tri-City Hospital Foundation, a nonprofit organization. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients through a national network of financial advisors and branch offices. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions under a fiduciary standard.

Vicente Hinojosa III is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, Edward Jones, and Comerica Securities. He is actively involved in his community, serving as president of the Vista Optimist Club and the Vista Education Foundation, and as a board member of the Vista Chamber of Commerce. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization techniques and is notable for its scale, complex affiliate network, and recent consolidation activities.

Debra Blemker is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee’s return estimates and Monte Carlo simulations.

Jheneffer Carleto Borsoi Pacheco is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Global Financial Impact, and the Federal University of Espirito Santo. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Mark Buckman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Family Investment Management, LP, where he was involved for 11 years, and UBS Financial Services for 2 years. 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 provides a range of advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, offering financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Rene' Flores is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving at Edward Jones since 1998. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Escondido, CA. 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 and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated investment products.

Curt Beyer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Escondido, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked previously at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets LLC, and Merrill. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered primarily through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

David Zerkle is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at TD Waterhouse Investor Services, Inc. for 24 years before joining Charles Schwab in 2022. 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational resources.

Patrick Weishan is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and operating his own financial services firm since 1997. Outside of advisory work, he serves as Vice President of Operations for Pacific Custom Systems, Inc., where he oversees operations, budgeting, and contract negotiation. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through multiple programs and a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment approach uses model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by advanced tools and a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Yesenia Gil is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Carlsbad, CA, holding a Series 66 license and two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Private Bank for six years and Wells Fargo Clearing for two years. 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 supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.