Leonardo Ryan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments and several other firms. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Kaleah Yearwood is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, Logix Federal Credit Union, and various other firms. Outside of finance, she works part-time at a fashion boutique in San Diego. 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.

Gregg Alsbury is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Carlsbad, CA, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2014 and at Charles Schwab Bank since 2016. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines a non-discretionary client relationship model with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options supported by Schwab's in-house research.

Kalyn Walker is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 10 years before joining Raymond James in 2024. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services.

Kevin Witowich is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at BBVA Wealth Solutions, BBVA Securities, Compass Bank, and U.S. Bancorp Investments. He serves on the Board of Directors and as Vice President of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service that provides personalized recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Kevin Donnelly is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in San Diego, CA. He has 18 years of industry experience, including 14 years at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities. 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. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Shantele Lewis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2009. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Lin Murphy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, Murphy held roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Murphy holds a Series 66 designation and is based in San Diego, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs that include tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques in its advisory process.

Eric Johnson is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at LPL Financial, Trilogy Capital, Inc., and National Planning Corporation. Johnson serves as a trustee for the John & LeeAnn Johnson Family Trust. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms.

Jeffrey Bjurstrom is a financial advisor at OSAIC based in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 license with 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Securities America, Inc. and Securities America Advisors, Inc. from 2006 to 2024. In addition to his advisory role, he is a California-licensed sales agent offering fixed annuities, equity index annuities, and term life insurance. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable investors through a broad network of advisers and advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and managed accounts using various proprietary tools and third-party solutions.

Lily Fallah is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Woodbury Financial Services. She serves as Treasurer and Chair of the Investment Committee for The Arc of San Diego, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals with disabilities. OSAIC serves a diverse clientele including retail and institutional investors, providing integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm employs various asset-allocation and risk-management tools and offers access to third-party money managers and managed-account solutions.

Samuel Tapia is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo since 2010, initially at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and continuing at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Emily Provino is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. She has worked with Lucia Securities, LLC since 2015 and has been with LPL Financial since 2020. Provino is also involved in business development through Lucia Management Company, a business service provider. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and portfolio management services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary approaches supported by internal and third-party research.

Robert Krieger is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has held prior roles at Ic Advisory Services Inc and The Investment Center, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the board of Catapult HQ Inc and is president of BNE Strategies Inc, a consulting and coaching firm. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals using a variety of portfolio management strategies and custody arrangements.

Jordan Papenfuss serves as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he supports clients by helping them assess their current financial situations, identify future goals, and make informed decisions to optimize their financial plans. Jordan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, holding various positions including Customer Relationship Advocate, Investment Solutions Representative I and II, leading up to his current role. Before joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Coach at Utah Valley University from 2022 to 2023. He holds a California Insurance License.

Todd Vitale is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2015 to 2016. 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 based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menu.

Manuel Contreras is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual, New York Life Insurance, and Wells Fargo. Outside of financial services, he is involved in event planning and owns a portable restroom rental business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Nathan Labiak is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been advising clients on wealth management and investment strategy since 1998 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2003. Nathan leads a team working with affluent individuals, families, business owners, and executives on complex financial decisions including retirement planning, concentrated wealth management, liquidity events, tax strategies, estate planning, and multigenerational wealth transfer. Nathan's approach involves a comprehensive assessment of each client's financial landscape, considering income requirements, risk tolerance, tax exposure, estate goals, family priorities, and legacy objectives. He designs personalized strategies to bring structure and clarity to managing significant wealth, coordinating with clients' tax and legal advisors to emphasize tax-aware investment planning and integrated wealth management. He holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation, Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, and other professional credentials. Nathan earned his bachelor's degree in finance from the California State University system. He is involved with the Helen Woodward Center, San Diego Humane Society, and Sigma Chi Alumni. Nathan lives in Cardiff-by-the-Sea with his family and enjoys camping, surfing, and the outdoors.

Jennifer D’Amico is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 23 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Merrill and Wells Fargo Clearing. She operates JD Consulting, a home-based business unrelated to investment activities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to model portfolios and research.

Brian Holman is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2000 and with Primerica Financial Services since 1999. Outside of advisory work, he is president of Holman BC Enterprises, Inc., a legal entity formed for Primerica business purposes. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.