Karim Mekhail is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Mission Viejo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and eight years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018 and previously worked at Uber for a year. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates centralized due diligence with both quantitative and qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities.

Velios Kodomichalos is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Irvine, CA, with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and previously worked at Wilmington Trust NA and Randwick Advisor Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Kodomichalos serves as part-time CFO for Open Influence Inc., a digital media company, and is chairman of the Beverly Hills Bridge Club, which provides competitive bridge games to members and the public. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through 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 investment plans aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Amrit Mathur is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for eight years. Mathur is also a 50% owner of Riya Exotic Cars LLC, a private company managed by his wife. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, implementing tailored investment strategies through a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Nicholas Katzaroff is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at firms including Flywheel Digital LLC, Similarweb Ltd., Point72 Asset Management, and Wilshire Associates. 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 supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Sadef Zandi is a financial advisor with Merrill in Irvine, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Zandi worked at Chipotle for three years. 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.

Kenneth Hansen is a CFA® charterholder with 40 years of industry experience, currently serving at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2009. Based in Irvine, CA, he also instructs a class on fundamental analysis at the University of California–Irvine and owns a fine art studio. Additionally, he holds a private pilot affiliation. Stifel serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Michael Long is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2017, including his current role since 2025. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Headway for one year. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jonathan Schiff is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Irvine, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2010 and owns Ocelot Spectrum Financial, LLC, which he uses for his advisory practice's legal and tax structure. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools to assess potential outcomes, and supports municipal and public-finance work through an affiliated municipal advisor.

Julianne Butler is an Investment Management Consultant II at Fidelity Investments. She has been with Fidelity since 2020, serving as an Investment Consultant before her current role. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked at TD Ameritrade in various positions including Senior Financial Consultant, Financial Consultant, and Business Development Specialist from 2018 to 2020. Earlier in her career, she was a Teller at JPMorgan Chase from 2015 to 2018. Julianne holds a California Insurance License. In her role as a Planning Consultant, she focuses on understanding the priorities of her clients and their families. She aims to educate and assist them in achieving their financial goals by collaborating to develop personalized financial plans.

Carol Knowlton Chirko is a financial advisor at Osaic with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at several firms, including Securities America Advisors and Cooper McManus. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory programs supported by a model-based investment process and a complex affiliate network.

Toma Kay is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Irvine, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 35 years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2020, Kay worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Outside of finance, Kay owns a single-family rental property in Lake Elsinore, CA. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Batala Fortes is a financial advisor at Osaic with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic, Fortes worked at LPL Financial and Securities America Advisors. Outside of advisory work, Fortes serves as trustee for a family trust and also works as a part-time Uber driver. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm provides brokerage and advisory services through model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, offering various managed account programs and third-party money manager options.

Deidre Hutting is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional investors, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Marshall James is a Certified Financial Planner® with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007 and previously worked at OSAIC and Pension Portfolios. He serves as a board member of Prospector's Federal Credit Union, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, leveraging various investment strategies and technology tools while overseeing substantial discretionary assets.

Neda Tavakoli is a Market Leader at Fidelity Investments, where she leads a team of associates dedicated to prioritizing client needs. In her role, she focuses on simplifying complex financial concepts and collaborating with clients to develop plans aligned with their goals. Her career at Fidelity Investments began in 2009 as a Financial Consultant. She progressed through roles including Director Retirement Planner, Assistant Branch Leader, and Vice President, Branch Leader before assuming her current position in 2025. Neda holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Neda enjoys camping, family activities, exploring culinary experiences, outdoor adventures, running, and traveling.

Madeleine Coffin is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a fitness instructor at barre3, a boutique fitness studio in San Clemente, California, where she teaches group Barre classes twice weekly. Merrill, along 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.

Victoria Blanco is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 29 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at First Republic Investment Management and UBS Financial Services. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, combining in-house and third-party investment managers tailored to clients’ risk profiles.

Taejun Ahn is a Financial Advisor currently working with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Taejun completed his education at the University of California System, where he earned a High School Diploma/GED. Further details regarding his experience, areas of expertise, and personal interests have not been provided.

William Pegram is a Series 66 registered financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and has previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets Inc., Merrill, and Coddington Capital Management. J.P. Morgan Securities offers institutional consulting services primarily to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research, incorporating ESG criteria and utilizing broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through its affiliated entities.

Melissa Bergeron is a financial advisor at Fidelity Investments with 14 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at firms including Edward Jones, Liberty Capital Strategists, and Primary Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and emphasizes systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation.