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.

Haris Gailani is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo in various roles before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2022. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of a rental property. 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.

Bulent Erol is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and over 13 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, HBW Advisory Services, and HBW Securities. Outside of advising, he is a co-author of a book titled *The Informed Fed, A Survival Guide to Federal Employee Benefits* and serves as president and CEO of LHD Insurance & Financial Services, which offers financial services, tax planning, and insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers diverse portfolio management options, financial planning, and retirement services, with more than $256 billion in assets under management and over 10,000 advisors.

Xavier Ricart is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2023, he spent a decade at Banco Santander Internacional from 2012 to 2023. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm provides a broad range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, and capital markets solutions.

Dakota Atchley is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2022. Prior to his financial services career, he was involved in roles at DXC Technology, MetLife Investors Distribution Company, Spiritoux Wine & Liquor, Total Quality Logistics, and Brock Entertainment. Beginning in 2025, he plans to engage in freelance music production, including producing, songwriting, marketing, and music development. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors, focusing on goal-based planning in areas such as retirement, tax, estate, and business continuation without discretionary portfolio management.

Sean Connors Sr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 63 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC, DiversyFund, and FBN Securities, as well as self-employment periods. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate accounts. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Marisa Ford is a CFP® professional with nine years of industry experience currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Her prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, Lucia Capital Group, and Sprott Global Resource Investments. Outside of financial advising, she volunteers as Treasurer for the League of Conservation Voters San Diego and serves as a volunteer coordinator for Beauties for a Cause USA. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and estates. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals using a variety of portfolio management approaches across multiple platform arrangements.

Arezu Ajodani is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and over one year of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2011. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Friess is a financial advisor at OSAIC with a Series 66 designation and 47 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 19 years before joining OSAIC in 2024. Friess is also the owner of Friess Consulting Group, where he coaches financial services professionals and is involved in fixed insurance product sales. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services along with financial planning and retirement consulting. The firm utilizes various analytical tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management with access to multiple third-party managers and wrap programs.

Catherine Edwards is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Hana Jo is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2023 and has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a co-trustee of The J-A Family Trust 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. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and charitable clients, supported by internal and third-party investment management teams.

Victoria Horowitz is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in personalized financial planning, tax-efficient wealth strategies, and smart portfolio management tailored to clients' long-term goals and evolving financial landscapes. Her approach is relationship-driven, focusing on understanding each client's individual goals, values, and concerns to build effective financial plans. Victoria holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Texas at Dallas and has earned professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is actively involved in professional and community organizations such as Better Money Habits, the Junior League of San Diego, and has served as President of the Women Exchange San Diego Chapter. Her community involvement extends to organizations like Doors of Change San Diego, Food Bank San Diego, as well as participation in events including the Genesis Invitation Golf Tournament and the Hoag Classic Golf Tournament. Outside of her professional commitments, Victoria enjoys activities such as cooking, hiking, reading, running, spending time with family, swimming, tennis, traveling, writing, and yoga.

Ramiro Gomez Rincon is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Ramiro earned his High School Diploma/GED from Universidad La Salle.

Mateo Zoroza Larcade is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their goals, values, and stages of life. His services encompass areas such as investment management, retirement planning, and guiding clients through financial decisions related to life's unexpected events. Mateo holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Arizona State University. He communicates with clients in both English and Spanish.

Nadeene Itani is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of a family rental property business. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Joleen Rose is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2022. Prior to this, she was with LPL Financial, LLC and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC. Outside of advising, she is involved with Triangle Holdings LLC, a property management business in San Diego. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and serves a broad client base with a range of investment programs.