Trevor Asch is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2020. Prior to his advisory role, he was employed at Enterprise Holdings Inc for six years. Equitable Advisors serves individuals ranging from non‑high-net-worth to high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.

Suzanne O'Neal is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Cameron Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2016 and previously worked at the YMCA of San Diego County for 11 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Stephen Erickson is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Cetera, where he has worked since 2013. Erickson is the owner of Mammen Financial Services Inc, a corporation involved in investment-related activities, and also engages in fixed insurance sales including life and annuities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, employer-sponsored, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and retirement services through a multi-manager platform, providing access to affiliated and unaffiliated investment options across multiple program structures.

Tyler Keniston is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Charles Schwab in Sacramento, CA. His prior experience includes over a decade at USAA, working in financial planning and investment services. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Jacob Florence is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with two years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Prior to entering the financial services field, he worked for seven years at the Federal Aviation Administration. He serves as treasurer and board member of the LW & AT Harman Foundation, a non-public entity. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing multiple custody platforms and a combination of proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Martin Meier is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Citrus Heights, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has worked at Linsco Private Ledger Corp since 2003. Outside of advisory services, he has conducted outside sales of non-variable insurance under the DBA ISE Financial. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies to support diverse investment strategies.

Jeffrey Bedell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at OSAIC for two years and SagePoint Financial, Inc. for 14 years. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Bedell Law Office, providing legal services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Jeffrey Wood is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience, all of which has been with Edward Jones since 2010. He is based in Cameron Park, CA, and holds a Series 66 license. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions under a fiduciary standard.

Aaron Lockhart is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, he has a long-standing career with Prima Games, a division of Random House Inc., where he has been employed since 2005. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fees, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Todd Elizalde is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at State Farm Investment Management and State Farm Insurance between 2013 and 2019. Elizalde has worked with Charles Schwab and its affiliated companies since 2019. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, offering clients multi-asset model portfolios supported by research and centralized operational infrastructure.

George Robertson is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, Franklin Templeton Investments, and LPL Financial. He is also involved with Sierra Oaks Financial Planning, Inc. and Sierra Ridge Advisor Group in capacities related to LPL business activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options, financial planning, and access to various third-party investment strategies.

Harkaran Dhaliwal is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and the Franchise Tax Board. Outside of his advisory work, he also delivers food as a DoorDash driver. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies and its use of systematic methodologies and AI in portfolio management.

Michael Ibrahim is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior experience includes a year at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., along with roles at Fidelity since 2023. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, model portfolios, and fund advisory services.

Michael Stanley is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Sacramento, CA, with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked for Fidelity Brokerage Services, LLC for 12 years. Outside of finance, he is an artist who writes and records music distributed on streaming platforms such as iTunes and Spotify. 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Walter Mccurdy is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a power of attorney for a family member. 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 approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Daniel Poppers is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Golden State Wealth Management, LLC and LPL Financial, as well as Edward Jones. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach includes a written Recommendation Report and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies, utilizing proprietary research and algorithmic tools.

John Lischer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Mariner Independent Advisor Network, Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, Charles Schwab, and Principal Funds Distributor, Inc. He also provides administrative support to Mariner Independent Advisor Network, an independent investment advisory firm. 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. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Steven Frith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sacramento, California, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2011 and is also affiliated with The Golden 1 Credit Union, serving in an investment-related capacity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Nancy Dao is a financial advisor with Merrill in Elk Grove, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2023, she was part owner of a family fast food restaurant and was involved in other business ventures. The restaurant ceased operations in 2022. 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.

David Torp is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in El Dorado Hills, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 2007. In addition to his advisory role, he operates C&T Group, Investment Management LLC, which offers insurance products including fixed, long-term care, and health 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 provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.