Sarah Vargas is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Eastern Leaf and Vectornate. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice. The firm’s approach incorporates proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools to guide asset allocation, withdrawal strategies, and Social Security decisions within a defined investment framework.

Erika Holritz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Wells Fargo Bank since 2018, as well as U.S. Bancorp Investments and U.S. Bank from 2012 to 2018. 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 and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Arturo Ramirez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has also worked at Bank of America, N.A. for ten years. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anil Madhyanam is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Ontario, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Golden1 Credit Union, Ameriprise, Sagepoint Financial, and several credit unions. He currently provides investment products and services through LPL Financial using the Golden1 Investment Services name. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

John Soward is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chino, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an adjunct professor at Mt. San Antonio College and is involved in independent insurance brokering and tax preparation through his CPA business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice primarily for clients with assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Derek Johnson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. Outside of advising, he serves on the Riverside Chamber of Commerce Downtown Council and the Riverside Sport Hall of Fame executive board. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Carol Knowlton Chirko is a financial advisor at Osaic with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at several firms, including Securities America Advisors and Cooper McManus. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory programs supported by a model-based investment process and a complex affiliate network.

Falguni Patel is a financial advisor with Merrill in Ontario, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Patel has worked at Merrill since 2002, with a one-year period at Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Cole Green is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Financial Services, Nylife Securities, and New York Life Insurance Co. since 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and an Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Marshall James is a Certified Financial Planner® with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007 and previously worked at OSAIC and Pension Portfolios. He serves as a board member of Prospector's Federal Credit Union, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, leveraging various investment strategies and technology tools while overseeing substantial discretionary assets.

Timothy Burns is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds a Series 66 designation, bringing 22 years of experience in the industry. He has previously worked at Avantax Insurance Services and 1st Global Advisors, and he also owns Burns & Johnston CPAs, where he practices as a CPA, handling tax preparation and business advisory services. Additionally, he operates Burns Financial Services, focusing on investment-related client meetings. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Ryan Vollkommer is a financial advisor at Stifel with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Stifel since 2022. Prior to joining Stifel, he held positions at MWA Financial Services Inc, Modern Woodmen of America, Red Bull, and FACESS. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Joseph Dehni is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Fidelity Investments. Outside of his advisory work, he is a general partner and managing member of Brothers Associates LLC, a UPS Store franchise, and Detroit Pizza Company LLC, where he assists with advertising and promotion on a limited basis. 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 investment strategies for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Melissa Bergeron is a financial advisor at Fidelity Investments with 14 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at firms including Edward Jones, Liberty Capital Strategists, and Primary Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and emphasizes systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation.

Israel Nazari is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2022 and previously spent nine years at The Lemoine Group, Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Its advisory program emphasizes written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and incorporating an ESG eligibility framework.

Paul Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Redlands, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2010. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

John Murphy Jr. is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 30 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2013 and has been involved with Dunham Trust Co. since 2017, where he refers clients interested in establishing trusts. Outside of his advisory work, Murphy serves as treasurer on the board of directors for The Hemet Jeep Club, a social club. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, operating as a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and third-party managers.

Jose Guzman Vazquez is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fontana, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., and Bank of America. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Nancy Morsy is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Union Bank/MUFG and Bank of America, N.A., among others. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities.

Lolla Long is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, she worked at CUSO Financial Services, LP, PNC Investments, and several BBVA entities. She has been involved with the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio County for 10 years. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives.