Pao Saetern is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and eight years of experience in the industry. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2026, Saetern worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a program that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm’s services are offered on a non-discretionary basis, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Darreld Hutchins Jr. is a CFP® professional affiliated with Raymond James Financial in Vancouver, WA, with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial and its affiliated entities since 2009 and previously operated Darreld Hutchins CFP Wealth Management Inc. He also serves as president of a support company related to the wealth management business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients, offering tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by analytical tools and specialized programs.

Roxana Ahmadifard serves as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2024. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, initially joining as a Financial Consultant. Prior to that, Roxana worked as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2017 to 2020. In her role, Roxana focuses on understanding her clients' needs to develop personalized, comprehensive financial plans that address both current and future objectives. She emphasizes building relationships based on trust and transparency, educating clients throughout the process, and regularly reviewing and updating their financial strategies. Roxana holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional responsibilities, she enjoys activities such as going to the beach, camping, fitness, outdoor adventures, reading, and traveling.

Elizabeth Stewart is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Portland, OR, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and seven years of industry experience. She has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018 and has been affiliated with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, Stewart serves as a board member for the One Hundred Forty-First Avenue Homeowners Association and works as a delivery driver for DoorDash. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles, and acts as an ERISA fiduciary when providing investment recommendations.

William Sohl is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with eight years of industry experience. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2017 and previously worked at Socius Marketing from 2010 to 2016. He holds a Series 65 designation and is based in Camas, Washington. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm uses a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to manage globally diversified portfolios and provides sub-advisory and retirement plan services.

Heather Ramirez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she held roles at Equitable Advisors and several other companies across various sectors, including the University of Washington and Kiehl's. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and research.

David Dietzler is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 65, Series 63, and Series 66 licenses and 20 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at TD Ameritrade, Transamerica Investors Securities Corporation, and Mutual of Omaha. 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, offering a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts.

Daniel Gilchrist is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Vancouver, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, Gilchrist is an artist who occasionally sells his paintings. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets with a large network of financial advisors and offices, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products.

Nicole Bethune is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC. Merrill, along 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors, supported by trading, account administration, and custody services.

Whitney Hill is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s approach includes a broad range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, and serves institutional clients with tailored, IPS-driven solutions.

Travis Primm is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2004. Fisher Investments serves a global client base that includes institutional and private clients such as pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management through a centralized investment process that combines quantitative and qualitative research.

Ronald Thakur is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Salem, OR, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates DIGITAL DRIVE, LLC, a photography and videography services business. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s investment approach 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.

Zachary Grattan is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with six years of industry experience. He has held positions at Fisher Investments since 2019 and previously worked at Watts Capital Partners LLC, Southern New Hampshire University, and Barton Associates. He holds a Series 65 designation. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm uses a centralized investment process combining quantitative screening and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios and implements tax-aware strategies alongside risk management tactics.

Rebecca Morris is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where she has held leadership roles since 2014. Currently, she leads a team of advisors, focusing on providing the resources necessary for delivering client-centered financial planning and support. Prior to her current position, she served as Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity and has substantial experience as a financial consultant and advisor across several firms. With over 20 years of experience in financial advising, Rebecca has a demonstrated history of working within the financial services industry. Her expertise includes wealth planning and client relationship management. She began her career as a Financial Advisor at UBS Financial Services and has also worked at Stifel Nicolaus and Empirical Wealth Management. Outside of her professional commitments, Rebecca has interests in art, gardening, golf, and outdoor adventures.

Rodney Rich Jr. is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ameriprise since 2016. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Karen Valadez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2020 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in a commercial cleaning business in Salem, Oregon. 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 incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Erin Rico is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2026. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, previously serving as a Planning Consultant and an Investment Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, Erin worked as an Investment Specialist at M Finance and as an Investment Counselor at Fisher Investments. Her expertise spans investment analysis, wealth-building strategies, and risk management. Erin collaborates closely with clients to develop tailored financial plans that align with their goals, emphasizing clear communication, strong relationships, and integrity to support clients on their financial journeys. Outside of her professional work, Erin has interests in art, comedy, social events with friends, music, soccer, and traveling.

Gregory Walls is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has been associated with PFS InvestmentS Inc. since 2017 and Primerica Financial Services since 2015. Outside of financial advising, he works as a sales representative for Fleet Fuels and receives compensation for referrals related to home security, automation products, and loan services. Primerica Advisors is a large firm primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm offers a wrap-fee asset management program featuring model-delivery strategies managed by third-party asset managers and provides discretionary separately managed account options.

Jeffrey Parkin is a financial professional with 18 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera and Boyce Financial Group, LLC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked in various financial services roles, including a six-year tenure at Sentry Insurance. Parkin is also the OSJ Manager and financial professional at Boyce Financial Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers, catering to over 10,000 advisors and approximately 800,000 clients.

Adam Gelfand is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 certifications and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Merrill, SPECTRUM, All State, K. McCoy Inc, and Mercedes Benz of Princeton. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, with a focus on systematic methodologies, algorithmic portfolio construction, and multi-manager fund structures.