Kalyani Chandra is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with experience in estate and gift tax from her 16-year tenure at the Internal Revenue Service. She joined Schwab Wealth Advisory in 2025 after working at Charles Schwab since 2024. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering annual financial reviews and investment recommendations while clients retain final trading decisions. The firm operates within the Schwab ecosystem and uses standard asset allocation models and research tools to support its advisory services.

Jiyan Hu is a financial advisor with Citigroup Global Markets in Fremont, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Citigroup in 2017, Hu worked at HSBC Bank USA, N.A. for one year. Outside of advisory work, Hu has involvement as a landlord in a joint rental property ownership. Citigroup Global Markets serves a broad client base including workplace, high-net-worth, and ultra-high-net-worth segments, offering multi-asset and multi-manager investment programs through both discretionary and non-discretionary approaches. The firm combines large institutional scale with unique market roles such as operating as a swap dealer and futures commission merchant, supporting a wide array of advisory and execution services.

Michael Fenner is a CFA® charterholder with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with IEQ Capital, LLC and has previously worked at Neuberger Berman and Fisher Investments. IEQ Capital provides portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, foundations, endowments, and non-profit organizations. The firm’s investment approach is centered on macroeconomic research and customized Investment Policy Statements, utilizing a combination of liquid strategies, third-party independent managers, and private alternative investments.

Brian Wong is a CFP® and ChFC® with 27 years of industry experience. He is currently with Private Advisor Group, LLC, having joined in 2026, and previously held roles at LPL Financial and Mariner Independent Advisor Network. Wong has a background that includes extensive work with various insurance carriers and Waddell & Reed, Inc. Private Advisor Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans, offering portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to various managed account solutions. The firm employs a fiduciary-based advisory model and utilizes a range of investment strategies implemented through both in-house portfolio management and third-party managers.

Vianne Schein is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with two years of industry experience, currently with IEQ Capital, LLC. Her prior experience includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank and RBC Capital Markets. IEQ Capital provides portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals and families, trusts, foundations, endowments, non-profits, and other entities, with a focus on clients typically having net worth of $10 million or more. The firm’s investment process relies on centralized macroeconomic research and customized Investment Policy Statements, utilizing a mix of liquid strategies, third-party independent managers, and private alternative investments.

David Zook is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameritas Life Insurance and Ameritas Investment Corp since 2010 and operates an independent insurance agency, David White & Associates, specializing in fixed insurance products. Ameritas Advisory Services serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers managed account programs and fee-based management of variable annuity and life insurance subaccounts, using a combination of risk assessments, model portfolios, and third-party support to align investment strategies with client objectives.

Trinh Tuyen Tran is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, he is an independent optometrist working on a contract basis and teaches financial education through the Hartland Institute of Financial Education. Tran has been with Transamerica Financial Advisors since 2015 and has prior experience with World Financial Group. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm offers both advisory and broker-dealer services with a range of proprietary and third-party investment programs, managing over $2 billion in assets under management as of late 2025.

Nagarajan Nilakantan is a financial advisor at Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in San Mateo, CA, with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at NYLIFE Securities LLC, New York Life Insurance Company, Crowdstrike, Conga (Apttus), Infosys (Google contract), and Symantec (Norton). Eagle Strategies serves a broad range of individual and institutional clients, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers multiple program types tailored to client objectives and emphasizes fiduciary responsibilities, with most assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Paolo Ferretti is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Creative Planning since 2017. Prior to joining Creative Planning, he worked at Roof, Eidam & Maycock from 2010 to 2017. Creative Planning offers investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, foundations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a financial planning-led investment process with an emphasis on low-cost indexing and buy-and-hold strategies, supported by a broad range of supplemental investment options and integrated retirement plan services.

Bradley Tarter is a financial advisor at Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with firms including National Wealth Group and Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. In addition to his advisory work, he is an independent insurance agent and senior partner at David White & Associates, focusing on fixed insurance products. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers a variety of managed account programs and fee-based management of variable annuity and variable universal life subaccounts, delivering advisory relationships on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Alex Macapagal is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group based in East Palo Alto, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has six years of industry experience, including prior roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo. His background also includes extensive experience in hospitality and service industries. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage account holders. The firm’s integrated model leverages proprietary and third-party methodologies focused on long-term portfolio returns and client savings rates.

Kate Keller is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mariner since 2024. She previously worked at Blakely Financial Services, Inc. and LPL Financial, LLC. Keller retains a nominal share ownership in Blakely Financial Services, which she is in the process of surrendering. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and corporations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and coordinated tax and family office services. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolio strategies supported by an internal team and third-party managers, with notable tax and accounting integration uncommon for firms of its size.

Isabella Torre is a financial advisor at IEQ Capital, LLC with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining IEQ Capital, she held positions at RBC Capital Markets, Atlantic Council, and Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business. IEQ Capital provides portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals and families, as well as trusts, foundations, endowments, and nonprofit organizations. The firm’s investment approach is driven by centralized macroeconomic research and client-specific Investment Policy Statements, with portfolios that include liquid strategies, third-party independent managers, and private alternative investments.

Jayant Joshi is a financial advisor at IEQ Capital, LLC holding a Series 65 designation. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at Mercor, Chick-Fil-A, and Morgan Stanley. IEQ Capital provides portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, foundations, and other entities. The firm emphasizes a macroeconomic research-driven investment process and offers a range of services including discretionary SMA management, family-office support, OCIO engagements, and access to private alternative investments.

Kim Low is a financial advisor at Transamerica Financial Advisors with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Transamerica Financial Advisors since 2017. Her prior experience includes roles at World Financial Group, Inc., Rhema Solutions LLC, and Mountain House High School. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers both advisory and broker-dealer services through proprietary and third-party model portfolios, providing discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Daniel Dunham is a CFP® and ChFC® with two years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with Cerity Partners LLC and previously worked at DWR Wealth Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Dunham Associates CPAs, Inc., where he assists with accounting and tax preparation. Cerity Partners provides customized wealth management services to a broad national client base, including individuals, families, trusts, estates, business entities, and institutional investors. The firm uses tailored asset allocation, manager selection, and proprietary quantitative screens to build client programs, and offers additional services such as retirement plan consulting and access to alternative investments.

Jack Burns is a financial advisor at IEQ Capital, LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Aspen Grove Capital, LLC, EPIQ Capital Group, LLC, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, and First Analysis Securities Corporation. IEQ Capital provides portfolio management and advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, and foundations, focusing on separately managed accounts and family-office services. The firm integrates centralized macro and manager research with allocations to liquid and private alternative investments, managing approximately $35.4 billion in assets.

Daniel Hill is a financial advisor at IEQ Capital, LLC with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 designation and has prior experience at Goldman Sachs and Fleet Feet Sports. IEQ Capital provides portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutional clients. The firm’s investment process is guided by centralized macroeconomic research and client-specific Investment Policy Statements, employing a mix of liquid strategies, third-party managers, and private alternatives.

Isabelle De Andrade Araujo is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 65 license with two years of industry experience. She is currently with Focus Partners Wealth, LLC and has prior experience at Bordeaux Wealth Advisors, Checkbook Inc, and Itau Unibanco SA. Outside of her advisory work, she volunteers with the CFA Society of San Francisco as a member of the Member Programming Advisory Council. Focus Partners Wealth, LLC serves individuals, high-net-worth families, family offices, and institutional clients with wealth management, financial and tax planning, family office services, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach combining active and passive strategies within an enhanced open architecture framework.

Kyle Wills is a financial advisor at IEQ Capital, LLC with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Northwestern Mutual and North Star Resource Group. Before his advisory career, he worked at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology and attended the University of California Santa Barbara. IEQ Capital provides portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutional clients. The firm’s investment approach is guided by centralized macroeconomic research and client-specific Investment Policy Statements, with portfolios that include liquid strategies, third-party managers, and private alternative investments.