Linda Wenker is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 41 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, she worked at Western International Securities, Inc. for 17 years. Her other business activity includes serving as a non-variable insurance agent. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary management and a variety of model portfolio options.

Waheeda Sherzai is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Sacramento, CA, with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2019. Prior to that, she held roles at State Farm VP Management Corp and multiple insurance agencies from 2015 to 2019. Outside of advisory work, Sherzai is active as a Pashto language interpreter for various courts and educational organizations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and research from its Global Investment Committee.

Peter Cole is a ChFC® designated financial advisor with 26 years of industry experience, currently associated with OSAIC in Sacramento, CA. His prior work includes a 12-year tenure at Everbank, and he also maintains a longtime practice in clinical social work, providing individual and marital counseling under a California Clinical Social Work License. In addition to his advisory roles, he operates as a licensed insurance producer offering life and disability insurance products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, and offers brokerage and investment advisory services across multiple platforms. The firm employs a range of portfolio construction tools and supports various investment strategies, including access to third-party managers and wrap programs.

Erik Renaud is a Series 65-registered advisor at Fisher Investments with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2005. 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, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research with centralized portfolio management to construct globally diversified portfolios and employs tax-aware processes and defensive tactics to manage risk.

Michael Sommer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various roles including at iLending and the Arapahoe County School District. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment process that incorporates proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Jingjing Li is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked at Bank of America, N.A., and has experience in consulting and entrepreneurship. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in a business that designs and markets pet collars and accessories through online platforms. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal teams and third-party managers for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Lawrence Newman is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 49 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Foothill Securities, Inc. for 28 years and Securities America Advisors for eight years. In addition to his advisory role, he has been involved in selling life, long-term care insurance, and annuities since 1971. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to third-party money managers through a network of affiliated financial advisers. The firm employs various asset-allocation and portfolio management tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Dillon Dougherty is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2016 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and various investment services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and strategies developed by its Global Investment Committee.

Kimberly Austin is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with four years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several firms including Bank of America, Merrill, Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Franklin Distributors, and Edward Jones. She serves as a board member and officer of the Sacramento Stealers Baseball Club, a charitable youth travel baseball program. Robert Baird & Co.’s DDK Group operates within the Private Wealth Management department, serving individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and custody services, utilizing a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies, tax management, and internal research tools.

Lori Richofsky is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several firms, including Asset Preservation Strategies and H. Beck, Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in property management as a sole proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment research.

Jasdeep Cheema is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, where he has worked since 2016. He has 19 years of industry experience. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Omar Vang is a financial advisor with Merrill in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill starting in 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is a general partner and managing member of XCEL LLC, an online retail business specializing in collectible trading cards and live aquatic fish. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kayla Larsen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. She is based in Elk Grove, CA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Bao Dang is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Outside of his advisory role, Bao is a partner and owner of a bakery, Rooftop Macarons, LLC, and also works as a photographer for Moosylvania Marketing. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products than typical institutional advisers, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Gaston Gardey is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Franklin/Templeton Distributors, Inc. for over 30 years and spent time at Alps Fund Services before joining Edward Jones. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Talha Javed is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66 and Series 63 designations and bringing nine years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2017 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Colin Mackey is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he works closely with clients to develop individualized financial plans and assist them in navigating various investment strategies to support their financial well-being. Prior to his current role, Colin gained experience at Fidelity Investments as part of the Investment Solutions team from 2011 to 2015 and as a Trader from 2010 to 2011. He holds a California Insurance License.

Jamie Harrison is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Harrison serves as treasurer for the Marine Corps League Detachment #637 in Placerville, CA, supporting active and retired military and their families. 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 advisory process is IPS-driven and includes a broad range of investment options, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Gregory Jalli is a Financial Advisor with The Jalli/Seibold Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in the Modesto, Sacramento, and Roseville, California areas. He joined Merrill in 2020 and works as part of a multigenerational family team alongside his father, Leonard. Greg collaborates closely with client associates to support and deliver an optimal experience for the team's clients. His responsibilities include setting up new accounts, generating reports, responding to inquiries about account balances and transfers, and educating clients about various online services. Greg draws on his experience working at several McDonald's restaurants during college to better understand the specific needs of quick service restaurant owners and operators. His client focus includes college education planning, small business strategies, and women and wealth. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's degree in finance and economics from the University of Nevada, Reno. A resident of Sacramento, Greg volunteers with the Active 20-30 Club of Sacramento to help improve the lives of underprivileged youth in the city. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, skiing, biking, cooking, and spending time with his family. Greg also pursues an interest in exploring new restaurants and enhancing his cooking skills.

Jeremy Hearon is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing dating back to 2011. He serves on the Finance Committee for St. Michael's Episcopal Day School, monitoring the school's budget and financial reporting. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to create tailored recommendations. The firm provides a broad planning menu, including specialized services such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis.