Richard McWhorter is a financial advisor at Summit Financial, LLC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with Electric Jane, a live music private membership club based in Nashville, TN. Summit Financial, LLC is an SEC-registered multi-team advisory firm managing approximately $26.35 billion in assets for around 17,800 clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory and portfolio management programs, combining discretionary and consultative services tailored to client approval and advisor-led monitoring.

Monte Traficante is an Investment Advisor Representative at Siebert AdvisorNXT, LLC with 33 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Stockcross Financial Services, Inc. and Muriel Siebert & Co., LLC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Siebert AdvisorNXT provides investment advisory and portfolio management services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through its web-based AdvisorNXT program, offering algorithmic portfolio construction combined with access to dedicated investment adviser representatives and third-party managers. The firm manages accounts on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases and features strategies such as covered-call transition for legacy holdings.

Alireza Zamani is a financial advisor at SteelPeak Wealth, LLC in Los Angeles, CA, with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments for six years. Outside of advising, he is a fixed insurance agent. SteelPeak Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, trusts, charities, family offices, private funds, and registered investment companies. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, alternative strategies, and access to private placements, employing proprietary and custom model portfolios monitored by its Institute of Portfolio Management & Economic Strategy.

Garrett Devine is a financial advisor at Belpointe Asset Management LLC with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Belpointe since 2018, previously working at Kestra Financial Services. He serves as a board member of Los Angeles Community College. Belpointe Asset Management is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 160 advisors managing more than $7.5 billion for individuals, corporations, trusts, and other advisers. The firm offers discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting, utilizing customized portfolios and a range of 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.

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.

Shirley Tan is a financial advisor with Perennial Financial Services in Glendale, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Perennial Investment Advisors LLC since 2017 and previously at Lake Avenue Financial, LLC and LPL Financial, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she holds a real estate license and is involved in non-variable insurance services. Perennial Financial Services provides investment advisory and consulting to individual clients, trusts, retirement plans, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing multiple platform relationships and combining ERISA retirement plan consulting with licensed insurance activities.

Brendan Finneran is a financial advisor with SteelPeak Wealth, LLC in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 65 credential and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining SteelPeak Wealth Management in 2021, he worked for Rampart Investment Management from 2008 to 2021. SteelPeak Wealth, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, charities, family offices, and registered investment companies. The firm provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, discretionary portfolio management, and access to alternative investment strategies through proprietary and custom model portfolios overseen by its Institute of Portfolio Management & Economic Strategy.

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.

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.

Leon Kim is a financial advisor with Diversify Advisory Services, LLC in Los Angeles, CA. He holds a Series 65 credential and has nine years of industry experience, including roles at KLK Capital Management and Stonemark Wealth Management. Since 2022, he has been self-employed. Diversify Advisory Services is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, corporations, retirement plans, trusts, foundations, and small business owners. The firm emphasizes tactical diversification and individualized asset allocation, offering a variety of portfolio management and consulting services tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Jordan Williams is a financial advisor at Golden State Wealth Management, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at LPL Financial LLC and Merrill. Golden State Wealth Management serves individuals, trusts, pension and profit-sharing plans, and businesses by providing asset management, portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm primarily offers discretionary portfolio management using various analytical approaches and third-party managers.

Eliot Lehrman is a Series 65-licensed advisor at Encompass More Asset Management LLC with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining the firm, he worked as a contractor and business strategy consultant for Unified Wealth, LLC, where he focused on business structuring, retirement planning, and tax strategy. Before transitioning to financial services, he spent several years at Marvel Studios. Encompass More Asset Management LLC serves individual and high-net-worth clients by providing discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to private placements. The firm employs a model-based investment approach combining quantitative, qualitative, and fundamental analysis, with a focus on individuals rather than corporate or charitable clients.

Dylan Druian is a financial advisor at Morton Wealth with a Series 65 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morton Wealth in 2023, he worked at Jersey Mikes from 2021 to 2023. Morton Wealth serves individuals and families, retirement plans, trusts, and pooled vehicles with customized investment management, financial planning, and business consulting services. The firm uses a modern portfolio approach emphasizing diversification and risk management, and is notable for its involvement with pooled investment vehicles and private funds.

Jeffrey Margolis is a financial advisor with Hilltop Securities Inc. in Sherman Oaks, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Hilltop Securities since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, Margolis serves as a board member of the Calabasas Country Club Men's Club, where he volunteers to run tournaments and maintain golf rules. Hilltop Securities Inc. provides brokerage, execution, clearing, custody, investment advisory, and retirement-plan consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, nonprofits, and institutions. The firm offers an open-architecture investment platform with multiple adviser-managed and model-based programs, along with unique operational capabilities such as custody services and municipal bond strategies co-advised with Franklin Templeton Group.

Daniel Gabler is a financial advisor with United Capital Financial Advisors in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank for a combined 11 years before joining United Capital in 2025. United Capital Financial Advisors provides financial planning and investment management services nationally to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs discretionary portfolio management with asset-allocation models and offers customization options such as ESG and faith-based preferences.

Wael Elkhalafawi is an investment advisor representative at Avantax Planning Partners, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Avantax Planning Partners since 2022. Wael is also the chief executive officer of Moskowitz and Company, Inc., a CPA firm providing accounting, tax preparation, and CFO services. Avantax Planning Partners provides investment advice and financial planning primarily to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and businesses through collaborative referral arrangements with independent CPA firms and registered advisor representatives. The firm employs a model-based discretionary portfolio management approach overseen by an Investment Advisory Committee and offers tax-intelligent overlays and centralized trading through designated custodians.

Lynne Witmer is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC with 15 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Southport Capital (Livingston Group Asset Management Company) for eight years. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved with Meridian Insurance LLC, where she consults on and sells life insurance and annuities. Meridian Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan services, utilizing a range of investment vehicles guided by personalized investment policies and ongoing portfolio reviews.

Rita Schwartz is an investment advisor representative with Siebert AdvisorNXT, LLC and Muriel Siebert & Co., LLC, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 45 years of industry experience. She worked at Stockcross Financial Services, Inc. for 11 years before joining Muriel Siebert & Co., LLC in 2019. Siebert AdvisorNXT provides investment management primarily to individuals, families, trusts, and certain business entities through a web-based platform and access to third-party managers. The firm combines algorithmic portfolio construction using Modern Portfolio Theory with discretionary and non-discretionary management, offering a range of managed programs including specialized strategies such as a covered-call transition approach.