Michelle Morales is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on serving a diverse range of clients, including owners of family businesses, physicians, attorneys, tribal governments, endowments, and private foundations. Michelle emphasizes frequent communication with clients and often works with both spouses and adult children to understand their best interests now and in the future. She strives to help clients leave meaningful legacies by focusing on their life's most rewarding moments. Michelle has earned her Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. She holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of California System. Michelle specializes in areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, and tax minimization. She also manages portfolios on a discretionary basis using a variety of investment strategies. Michelle grew up in Pasadena and resides in Yorba Linda with her children. She enjoys biking, golfing, spending time with her family, and traveling. She volunteers as a National Charity League Sustainer, participating in community service and leadership development activities.

David Covarrubias is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, having previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and served in various roles with the Pasadena Police and California Highway Patrol. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolios constructed through a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic methods.

Manuel Vega is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Claremont, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Western International Securities, National Planning Corp., and other firms. His background includes roles at Stark Wealth Management and Artless Corporation. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment 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 broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management with support from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Christian Hernandez Jacobo is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., accumulating six years in the financial sector. His background also includes roles outside finance, such as at Riverside Imports, LLC, and T-Mobile. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Ted Ostrowski is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a team of financial professionals in providing comprehensive wealth planning and investment strategies tailored to clients' financial goals and needs. He is committed to delivering a great wealth planning experience for every client. Ted has extensive experience at Fidelity Investments, having progressed through various roles since 2012. His positions include Assistant Branch Manager from 2019 to 2020, Financial Consultant from 2015 to 2019, Investment Consultant from 2013 to 2015, and Financial Representative from 2012 to 2013. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ted has personal interests that include baseball, fishing, football, golf, hiking, and parenthood.

Rita Pichardo is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, CA, with eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2007. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Wesley Watanabe is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nine years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Wells Fargo, J.P. Morgan, and positions within the University of Redlands and University of California. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm’s approach combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios and discretionary management with oversight controls.

Peter Falcone is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and has been with INVEST Financial Corp since 2009. Outside of his advisory roles, he is also an agent for Life Brokerage Financial Group, focusing on non-variable insurance. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Robert Banis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ontario, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial and Citizens Business Bank since 2012. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment 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, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Shao Ying Wang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2023, Wang held positions at Yulu Trading Inc, Shing Tech Electronics Co. Ltd, and Seville Classics Inc. Wang also worked at the University of the West from 2016 to 2019. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base mainly consisting of 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 non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and uses multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Edson Arroyo is a financial advisor with Merrill in La Verne, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 11 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Unionbanc Investment Services, MUFG Union Bank, and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a consultant and independent contractor managing the accounting and bookkeeping functions for a small landscape design company. 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.

Carlos Rojas Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm integrates large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Hank Yu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 1999 and with Charles Schwab Bank since 2005. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and research-driven alternative investment options within an integrated operational structure.

Jarret Rodriguez Conklin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has 20 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Brent Thomas is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Claremont, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009 and also owns Thomas Investment Group, which operates a rental real estate business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary investment consulting and supports municipal and public finance work through its unique affiliations.

Thomas Kirkpatrick is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management in Ontario, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning without discretionary trading authority and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Damian Brown is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Riverside, California. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 1999, serving individuals, families, retirees, and business owners. Damian is a member of Brown & Associates and focuses on investment planning, portfolio construction, and customization. Damian holds a bachelor's degree from the California State University system and has earned several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). As a Senior Portfolio Advisor, he provides comprehensive wealth management strategies that integrate investment management, retirement planning, risk management, and wealth transfer strategies. His approach centers on understanding clients' priorities and developing personalized plans tailored to their goals. Outside of work, Damian resides in Rancho Cucamonga, California with his wife Kerri Ann and their daughter Claire. His personal interests include biking, boating, cooking, gardening, music, spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.

Alexander Kosan is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Deloitte, CliftonLarsonAllen, Morgan Stanley, and a four-year period at the University of California - Santa Cruz. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans according to clients' goals and risk tolerances.

Art Cardenas is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 63 license. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2025, he worked at LPL Financial for 14 years. Outside of his advisory work, Cardenas serves as equipment manager for the Vineyard Little League in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services alongside access to third-party money managers and unified managed accounts. The firm employs firm-provided asset allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Enoch Chung is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently advising at OSAIC since 2024. He previously worked for Woodbury Financial Services for 27 years. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a tax preparation sole proprietorship. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors and offers integrated brokerage, advisory, and financial planning services. The firm utilizes various asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across multiple investment types on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.