Chad Pate is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill for 12 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2020. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process 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.

Melinda Fairweather is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Pleasant Hill, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Bank of America. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with SilverTree Collective and Wasser Wealth Management, where she serves as a Registered Client Relationship Manager, and she receives referral fees through Fire Friends, LLC, a wildfire protection referral business. 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 plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains unique municipal advisory capabilities alongside specialized retirement plan consulting.

Stephanie Wong is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She is also a part owner and corporate secretary of Blue Mountain Construction, a design and general contracting business. 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 options grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s approach includes a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Benjamin Rose is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James & Associates in Walnut Creek, CA. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2011. Rose leads financial seminars in the San Francisco community through the Financial Planning Association of San Francisco outside of business hours. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers tailored financial planning and consulting services, utilizing various portfolio management styles and affiliated research, while providing municipal advisory services and additional resources through its broad affiliate network.

Kenneth Casper Jr. is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience, all with Edward Jones since 2001, based in Benicia, CA. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Conradine Morehouse is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill from 1982 to 2019 before joining RBC in 2019. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides various advisory programs that offer portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, using a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers tailored to client risk profiles.

Thomas Goins is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 37 years of industry experience, including prior roles at H. Beck, Inc. and Walnut Street Securities, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in insurance and benefits through Dennis Goins & Associates. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages multi‑billion dollar assets and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary management services across multiple platforms and custodians.

Julie Choy is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2015. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, acting as a broker-dealer, investment adviser, and futures commission merchant.

Scott Gordon is a financial advisor at Cetera with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Cetera, American River Wealth Management, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Morgan Stanley. He is also involved with American River Wealth Management, providing wealth management and planning services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts, offering various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform.

Daniel Dennehy is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at California Financial Advisors and Primos Pizzeria & Pub. Prior to his advisory career, he spent time at San Diego State University and in various other roles. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a broad range of financial solutions.

Jonathan Gorton is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Corte Madera, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022 and has been involved with AndrewsCamps since 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm offers investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Kathleen Ladra is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the CFA® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. She has 20 years of industry experience, having worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, LPL Financial, Securities America, and Omega Investment Management. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as president of the Animal Coalition Group, a nature-focused nonprofit organization. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base of individuals and institutions, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs while offering multiple platform options and proprietary model strategies.

Ricardo Guedes is a financial advisor with Merrill in Concord, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2017 and concurrently with Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Benjamin Crombie is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Suisun City, CA, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at LPL Financial for 13 years before joining Edward Jones in 2024. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including various household types, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Michael Hobson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2008, including his current role since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, leveraging research and analytics to evaluate managers and investment options.

Winfred Lai is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2018, serving in various roles including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Paraplanner at Pharaoh Financial in 2014. Throughout his career, Winfred has collaborated closely with clients to develop financial strategies that align with their goals and values. He emphasizes listening to clients to understand what is important to them and works alongside them through their financial journey. Winfred holds a California Insurance License.

Gregory Lee is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 license and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank SSB, BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., and Beacon Pointe Advisors. He also has experience working at the University of San Francisco and the Chinatown YMCA. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with integrated brokerage and custody services.

Nolan Phillips is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2026, he worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for six years and has also held positions at Amazon Inc. and Bank of Marin. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets, offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, and utilizes research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute alongside third-party analytics.

Jose Jimenez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America N.A. and Merrill from 2012 to 2022 before joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates ESG eligibility frameworks where applicable.

Oliver Von Feldt is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously worked with Lenox Advisors and has roles involving life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance as a relationship manager. Von Feldt’s background also includes various positions related to education and community clubs. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring engagements as annual, collaborative relationships that focus on client goals and strategy recommendations.