Shawn Da Cruz is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management with five years of industry experience. He has been with Gerber Kawasaki since 2021 and previously worked at Louis and Clark, Costco, CVS, and Walmart. In addition to his advisory role, he provides accounting services through GK Tax and Accounting, acting as a liaison between clients and CPAs. Gerber Kawasaki serves a diverse client base including individual households, retirement plans, trusts, corporations, and municipal clients. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, pension consulting, and tax preparation services, employing an active management approach that combines fundamental and technical analysis with strategies such as systematic rebalancing and tax-loss harvesting.

Craig Valdes is a financial advisor with One Capital Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and First Republic Investment Management. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a director-partner at Genesis Capital Management, an investment research company. One Capital Management serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, corporations, and institutional clients through a multi-advisor team managing approximately $7.0 billion in discretionary assets. The firm employs a macroeconomic and fundamental research-driven investment process, offering wealth management, financial planning, sub-advisory, retirement plan solutions, and advisory consulting.

Danilo Kawasaki is a CFP® professional with 24 years of experience in financial advisory. He has been with Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management since 2010, with a prior nine-year tenure at LPL Financial, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is an investor in several businesses, including a tech startup and a resort, and is involved in investment-related webinars. Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management serves a diverse client base that includes both individual and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored wealth management and financial planning services, employs active portfolio management techniques, and provides access to alternative investments and ETF sub-advisory services.

John Mabini is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at One Capital Management, LLC since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at TIAA, TIAA-CREF, Bank of America NA, and Merrill. One Capital Management serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, corporations, and other institutional clients through a multi-advisor team managing approximately $7.0 billion in discretionary assets. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, sub-advisory and retirement plan solutions, and acts as investment adviser to the FundX suite of ETFs.

Brett Sifling is a financial advisor at Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Gerber Kawasaki since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a liaison between clients and the firm’s tax and accounting department, referring clients and providing financial planning advice. Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors and institutional entities, offering wealth management, financial planning, pension consulting, and access to alternative investments. The firm employs tailored portfolio strategies with active monitoring and serves as sub-adviser to an actively managed growth stock ETF.

Kyle Briggs is a financial advisor at Mariner Independent with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, First Republic Securities Company, First Republic Investment Management, Bank of America, and Merrill. Mariner Independent provides investment advisory, financial planning, and consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm offers portfolio management, access to model portfolios and third-party managers, and retirement plan services through a platform that integrates institutional resources and sub-advisory relationships.

Matthew Montefusco is a financial advisor at Golden State Wealth Management, LLC in Encino, CA, with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at LPL Financial, Miracle Mile Advisors, Wells Fargo Bank, Pinnacle Capital Management, Bowen Advisors, and the University of California, Los Angeles. He also provides administrative support to Golden State Wealth Management through a separate registered entity. Golden State Wealth Management serves individuals, trusts, pension and profit-sharing plans, and businesses, offering asset management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and referrals to third-party managers. The firm primarily provides discretionary portfolio management, utilizing various analytic approaches and third-party managers while offering flexible billing arrangements.

Nicholas Gardner is a financial advisor with One Capital Management, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Fisher Investments for 11 years and spent 8 years with TIAA-CREF. One Capital Management, LLC manages approximately $8.5 billion for individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, retirement plan solutions, and advisory consulting, and is known for its customized, globally balanced portfolios that integrate active large-cap equity management with ETFs and diversified fixed-income investments.

Robert Venezia is a financial advisor with SteelPeak Wealth, LLC in Encino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 43 years of industry experience. Prior to joining SteelPeak in 2023, he spent 15 years at Key Asset Advisors and 16 years with the Key Investment Team. SteelPeak Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, pension plans, family offices, and registered investment companies. The firm provides financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, alternative strategies, and private placement consulting, utilizing proprietary model portfolios and conducting due diligence on privately placed securities for eligible clients.

Robert Klingensmith is a financial advisor with Apella Wealth based in Santa Monica, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 20 years of industry experience. Klingensmith has been affiliated with PBMares, LLP and its wealth management affiliates since 2016, currently serving as a partner and consulting service line leader outside of investment advisory. Apella Wealth serves a diverse client base ranging from individuals and retirement plans to foundations and institutions. The firm employs a model-driven, quantitative investment approach that integrates multiple third-party technologies to offer customizable portfolio solutions, including separately managed accounts, an automated TAMP, held-away portfolio advice, and tax and retirement plan consulting.

Ziad Hijazi is a financial advisor at Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management in Santa Monica, CA, holding a Series 65 designation with six years of industry experience. He has been with Gerber Kawasaki since 2019 and previously attended California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as a liaison between clients and the firm’s tax and accounting department, referring clients and coordinating with CPAs. Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management serves a diverse client base including individual households of varying net worth and institutional clients such as pension plans and municipal governments. The firm employs tailored investment strategies with ongoing monitoring, offers access to alternative investments, and provides a wealth-building program for investors with accounts under $250,000.

Sean Bingham is a financial advisor at One Capital Management, LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining One Capital, he worked at Wheatley Bingham & Baker Law Firm and held positions at Louisiana State University and the University of Arizona. One Capital Management serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, corporations, and other institutional clients through a multi-advisor team managing approximately $7.0 billion in discretionary assets. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, sub-advisory and retirement plan solutions, advisory consulting, and cash management services, and acts as investment adviser to the FundX suite of ETFs.

Jill Henderson is a financial advisor with Financial Gravity Family Office Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms, including Kingswood Capital Partners, LLC, Forta Financial Group, Inc., and Financial West Group. In addition to advisory services, she is licensed to sell life and accident insurance products, dedicating a small portion of her time to these activities. Financial Gravity Family Office Services, LLC provides tailored financial planning, investment management, pension consulting, and educational seminars to individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm employs fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to construct portfolios and frequently utilizes third-party sub-advisors and model portfolios while maintaining client oversight.

Lara Lamb is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently with Abacus Wealth Partners since 2013. She is based in Santa Monica, CA. Abacus Wealth Partners serves individuals, families, and various entities with financial planning, consulting, and investment management, emphasizing a passive, asset-class investment approach tailored to clients’ risk profiles and goals. The firm also sponsors the Align Impact private fund and integrates ESG screening and independent manager allocation within its investment process.

Susan Olson is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license, with 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Abacus Wealth Partners in Santa Monica, CA since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in two LLCs involved in owning commercial and residential properties and serves as a successor donor-advised fund advisor at Impact Assets. Abacus Wealth Partners provides financial planning, consulting, and investment management services to individuals, families, and various entities. The firm employs a predominantly passive, asset-class investment approach with ESG screening options and manages private fund interests alongside traditional portfolios.

Zohreh Ghaissari is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving at Modern Wealth Management, LLC. Her prior experience includes 15 years at Mutual of America Securities Corporation and Mutual of America Life Insurance Company. Modern Wealth Management, LLC is a multi-team SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $10.9 billion in assets through about 94 advisors. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and modular services for individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored retirement plans.

Joshua O'Handley is a financial advisor at One Capital Management, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities, First Republic, and Union Bank. One Capital Management, LLC manages approximately $8.5 billion for individuals, pension plans, trusts, and businesses. The firm constructs customized, globally balanced portfolios using a blend of active large-cap equity management, ETFs, and diversified fixed income to manage risk and pursue after-tax returns.

Thomas Mooney is a CFP® at Morton Wealth with one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Crestwood Advisors and Pilgrim Security and spent seven years at Bridgewater State University. Morton Wealth provides customized investment management and financial planning services to individuals, families, retirement plans, and trusts, emphasizing diversification and risk management through a combination of mutual funds, ETFs, fixed income, and alternatives. The firm is noted for its involvement with pooled investment vehicles and integrates financial planning into its discretionary portfolio management.

Bhagwati Mahendru is a financial advisor with Realta Investment Advisors, Inc. and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 33 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Cetera Advisors LLC and First Allied Advisory Services. Mahendru serves as a board member for the nonprofit counseling organization Valley Family Center. Realta Investment Advisors provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services and financial planning to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes individualized advice and utilizes a wide range of investment strategies across multiple asset classes, supported by its NOVA platform and third-party manager programs.

Victor Mastrella is a financial advisor at NWF Advisory Services Inc with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Royal Alliance Associates and Cetera Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a sole proprietorship as an attorney providing legal consultation and representation. NWF Advisory Services, Inc. provides portfolio management and financial planning primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients, offering a range of services including retirement plan consulting and trust and estate services. The firm employs an open-architecture wealth management platform with a focus on strategic long-term investing while also offering tactical strategies and access to third-party advisory models.