Juan Cabanas Ramirez is an International Wealth Advisor and a member of the Cabanas-Malfavon team located in downtown San Diego. He began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in early 2023 and works with a select group of global families, executives, retirees, and entrepreneurs across the United States and Mexico. Juan focuses on creating personalized financial plans that encompass all aspects of wealth management, including investing, retirement planning, and behavioral finance education. His expertise lies in family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, and portfolio management services. Juan strives to provide research-backed investment guidance and navigates complex financial situations for his clients. He takes a personal approach to advising, aiming to be a key part of his clients' lives by helping them achieve their financial goals. Juan graduated in 2022 from the University of San Diego with a bachelor's degree in finance. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He is proficient in both English and Spanish. In his free time, Juan enjoys music, playing pickleball, reading, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Traci Sherrod is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 25 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at multiple Cetera entities since 2013 and at Girard Securities, Inc. from 2013 to 2017. She also serves as a FINRA and NFA arbitrator, a role she has held since 2010 and 2012 respectively. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that supports a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, operating at scale with over $256 billion in assets and more than 10,000 advisors.

Ari Feldman is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services that include investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Manuel Castilla is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2010 and also associated with UBS International Inc. since 2009. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides research-driven, tailored investment strategies.

Natasha Newman is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and six years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and 3PlxSalsa. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 recommendations.

Robert Mcclinton is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Spring Valley, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1989 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of advising, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure, with portfolio implementation delegated to BNY Mellon Advisors.

William Perri is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of his advisory work, he is a 28.75% owner and partner in Jacobsen Perri Cellars LLC, a winery that purchases grapes and produces wine in California. J.P. Morgan Securities provides consulting services to institutional clients including corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Michael Manning is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 40 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously spent 15 years with Commonwealth Financial Network. In addition to his advisory role, he is the CEO and majority owner of The Manning Companies, which provides wealth management and retirement plan services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse clientele, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporate pension plans, and institutional investors. The firm utilizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

James Atwood is a financial advisor with Cetera in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and LPL Financial. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is 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 with various portfolio management options, including discretionary and non-discretionary services, supported by a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors.

Stephen Corbett is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at several Cetera entities since 2016, as well as prior experience with Girard Securities, Inc. and First Allied Securities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a nationwide network of independent advisors and a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Gary Soble is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial for 33 years and has been involved as a USANA distributor since 1995, earning residual income from that nutritional sales network marketing activity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Jeffrey Callero is a Financial Advisor and Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 2017. He operates out of the La Jolla office alongside his business partner and client associate. His work focuses on providing comprehensive financial guidance to affluent families, helping them make sound financial decisions. His expertise encompasses areas such as corporate executive services, executive and equity compensation, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and tax minimization. Jeffrey holds a Bachelor's degree from Miami University and completed his MBA at the UCLA Anderson School of Management in 2026. He has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and participates in professional organizations such as the Investment Finance Association at UCLA Anderson. His approach to wealth management is centered on understanding clients' personal perspectives and priorities to develop tailored strategies that address their unique goals. Outside of his professional activities, Jeffrey resides in San Diego, having moved there in 2022. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends, embracing an active lifestyle that includes hiking, surfing, running, rock climbing, and playing sports. Jeffrey also contributes to his community through involvement with organizations like Feeding San Diego and the San Diego Food Bank.

Kevin Branham is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including TD Ameritrade and Ronald Joe Branham, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in Let's Go Sales Co., a snack food distribution business. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jasmine Turner is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 29 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 1998. Outside of advising, Turner is involved in several real estate rental activities, including properties in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory services, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of financial and capital markets services.

Sean Reynolds is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients. The firm uses structured planning tools and investment modeling while offering a broad range of retail and institutional services.

Elissa Knaebel is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having eight years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade, First Hawaiian Bank, Raymond James Financial Services, Edward Jones, Cetera Investment Services, and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank. She is based in Coronado, CA. 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 advisory recommendations and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Matthew Ryan is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA. He has six years of experience at UBS and four years of prior experience at Arizona State University. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Christopher Brown is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2017, and previously at Difference Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of a family rental property business. Merrill serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients through managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage execution. The firm emphasizes managed accounts and manager-selection capabilities, supported by integration with Bank of America affiliates and a range of tax-efficient investment services.

Mariana Mazon is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2021. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the investment committee of the Mingei International Museum, a cultural institution in San Diego. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm utilizes structured financial planning tools and serves clients through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Michael Gondek is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at TD Ameritrade for 18 years before joining Charles Schwab. Outside of his advisory role, he is a part owner of Nomad Donuts, a retail cafe in San Diego. 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 non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.