Raoul Guillarte is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he tailors wealth management strategies to a select number of clients based on their individual goals. He leverages the resources of Merrill Lynch and the banking services of Bank of America to support clients' financial needs. Raoul's expertise encompasses education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. He earned the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation in 2021 through the Investments and Wealth Institute® and Yale School of Management, which focuses on addressing the complex needs of high net worth clients. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Davis, and a Juris Doctorate from the San Francisco School of Law. In his personal time, Raoul enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter and follows sports closely, particularly teams from his hometown of Chicago, including the Bears, Bulls, and Cubs.

Kimbrely Gruidl is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fremont, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2018, she worked at U.S. Bank and U.S. Bancorp Investments. She also serves as a Notary Public. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions, offering a range of financial planning and investment management solutions.

Lauren Gershon is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Fidelity Investments, FIDELITY Brokerage Services LLC, TD Ameritrade, and TD Bank. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC, where she is based, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and offers advisory services including fund management and consulting.

Antonio Accardo is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Pleasanton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at MML Investors Services, Inc. and Mass Mutual Financial Group since 2008. Additionally, he has been involved with Villa Romana Inc. since 1992. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning relationships and offers specialized programs including divorce planning and event-driven services such as estate settlement and employer-sponsored planning.

Kai Li is a Financial Consultant currently affiliated with Fidelity Investments since 2022. In this role, Kai provides comprehensive guidance throughout the financial planning process, working closely with clients to understand their objectives and develop long-term strategies tailored to their unique circumstances. Kai has over a decade of experience in financial services, including previous positions as Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill from 2017 to 2022, Senior Relationship Manager at Bank of America from 2013 to 2017, and Wealth Management Advisor at China Merchants Bank from 2010 to 2012. This extensive background supports Kai's expertise in delivering disciplined and thoughtful financial strategies. Kai holds a CA Insurance License and is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP4) professional.

Virgil Threlkeld is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Alamo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Advantage Wealth Advisors, First Allied Advisory Services, Cetera Wealth Services, UBS Financial Services, and Morgan Stanley. Threlkeld’s professional background includes a decade at Advantage Wealth Advisors, which operates as a DBA under LPL Financial. 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 wide range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Alina Mihai is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations. Her career includes multiple roles within J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm operates within the broader J.P. Morgan organization and offers a range of products through an internal review process.

Robby Engeldinger is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including LPL Financial, BMO Bank NA, Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and a variety of brokerage and advisory solutions. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and leverages research and analytics to support its investment approach.

David Weed is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. He leads a team of financial advisors who work with clients to pursue their financial goals. Prior to this role, he served as Vice President and Regional Planning Consultant from 2018 to 2023, Assistant Branch Office Manager from 2015 to 2018, and began his career with Fidelity as a Financial Consultant from 2012 to 2015. David holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he enjoys camping, family activities, fitness, football, social events with friends, and snowboarding.

Daniel Morcos currently serves as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he focuses on working closely with clients to develop individualized financial plans that navigate markets and investments effectively. Daniel's experience at Fidelity Investments spans multiple roles, including Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, and Financial Services Representative. This progression reflects a comprehensive understanding of financial services and client relationship management. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Daniel enjoys fishing, gardening, golf, and running.

David Brown is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Financial Services since 1995 and also serves as a founder and pastor of One Way Bible Fellowship. Additionally, he is an author of faith-based publications, including the book "It's Natural to be Gay." Primerica Advisors is a large firm serving primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm offers advisory services through a wrap-fee asset management program that uses model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers.

Huayan Xiao is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, Xiao worked at Bank of America and Tod's. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm uses internal and third-party investment models and supports various trading and account administration functions.

Mei Xie is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at National Life Group, Oak Valley Community Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank. She also has experience with HomeSmart PV & Associates and Delight Signing LLC, and served at Redeemer Church for nine years. Merrill, together 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutions.

Scott Belshaw is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fremont, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, Merrill, and Fremont Bank. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by operational tools for research and client management.

Cody Smith is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Summit Financial Group, where he has worked since 2010 and holds an active role as an independent contractor financial advisor. 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, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports a broad network of advisors with specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

David Chang is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Pleasanton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at METLIFE Securities Inc and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Chang serves as president of the Asian American Insurance & Financial Professional Association. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative annual planning engagements, educational seminars, and specialized programs including divorce and estate-settlement planning.

Allan Alcayde is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Woodbury Financial Services and U.S. Bancorp Investments. He is also affiliated with Fremont Bank through FB Investment Services. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Matthew Costello is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked for Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 10 years. Costello also owns a sole proprietorship involved in insurance sales. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that include a broad range of investment products.

Charles Carter is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and was previously with Securities America, Inc. for 16 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of an insurance sales business focused on term life insurance and fixed annuities. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to third-party money managers and managed accounts. The firm utilizes quantitative tools and multiple advisory platforms to construct diversified portfolios tailored to clients’ risk tolerance and investment restrictions.

John Israel is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2020. He has been in the financial services industry since 1999, working with clients and families to support their financial goals. His professional focus is on wealth planning and providing tailored strategies for a variety of investor styles. Before his current role, John worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2015 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as a Brokerage Consultant at Wells Fargo Advisors between 2011 and 2015. His earlier career includes roles at Crédit Agricole as an Internal Auditor Manager from 2007 to 2011 and as a Capital Market Operation Supervisor from 2005 to 2007, as well as an Associate in Capital Market Operations at American Express from 1999 to 2005. John holds a California Insurance License.