Aaron Peabody is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James since 2023 and previously spent 14 years with Securian Financial Services and Minnesota Life Insurance Co. He is also involved as a broker and agent in fixed insurance and serves as an independent contractor with Summit Financial Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, utilizing asset-allocation analysis and firm research to develop tailored recommendations.

Jessica Chan is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. She previously worked at MetLife Securities Inc. from 2015 to 2017. In addition to her advisory role, she is a part-time instructor teaching personal financial planning courses at UC Berkeley Extension. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides ongoing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses technology-based analysis tools and offers specialized planning programs including estate settlement and employer-sponsored planning.

Denise Freedman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has been with Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. since 2005. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Xiao Zhou is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following five years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and over two decades with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s approach includes a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Lou Chien Huang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. His background includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Citigroup, Thrivent Investment Management, and United Air Lines. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers these advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities, operating on a non-discretionary basis where clients retain final decision-making authority.

James Hinckley is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Alamo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a wide range of investment products and services supported by proprietary research and capital markets expertise.

Kenneth Lemas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pleasanton, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for eight years. Outside of his advisory role, he has served as a wrestling coach for the Dublin Unified School District since 2008. 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 offers a wide range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-driven strategies.

Pei Gu is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Pleasanton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 33 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services in 2017, Pei worked at Metlife Securities Inc. for 25 years. Outside of financial advising, Pei is involved in managing a rental property. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, providing a range of services including specialized event-driven planning programs.

Andrew Yadegar is a financial advisor at Merrill in Livermore, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2024, he worked in various roles including at Envision Toyota of Milpitas and several transportation-related companies. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and other fiduciaries. The firm integrates investment management with Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, providing access to a wide array of products and services.

Ranjeev Hira is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pleasanton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and possessing 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for nine years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kurt Miyamura is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Ramon, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. 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 offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with various model portfolios and research resources.

Patrick Van Hien is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity since 2012, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, and currently serving as Vice President since 2022. With over 12 years of experience, Patrick works with clients to co-create comprehensive financial plans that incorporate tax-efficient investing, estate planning considerations, capital preservation, and income generation. He is dedicated to understanding his clients' needs and leveraging both his experience and Fidelity's resources to assist each individual. Patrick holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in food and traveling.

James Deboer is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors, Inc. for eight years. In addition to his advisory role, he prepares individual income tax returns through a separate business. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services using firm-provided tools and third-party platforms to construct portfolios managed on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Gia Luu Phan is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Phan worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and Bank of America, N.A. She has also been affiliated with Mission College since 2021. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional fiduciaries.

Runtao Liu is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, N.A., Shanghai Flavor, American Academy of English, and My Wireless NCC, Inc. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Shahmir Moussavi is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he focuses on connecting clients to tailored strategies and processes that align with their unique financial ambitions. His work involves helping clients plan for significant milestones, including funding education, preparing for retirement and potential healthcare expenses, and developing personalized plans to support long-term family goals. Shahmir holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a High School Diploma from Hillsdale High School and attended the California State University System without completing a degree. His approach emphasizes simplicity and transparency in wealth management, aiming to make the investment process straightforward and aligned with each client's personal perspectives and priorities.

Patrick Fanning is a financial advisor at Cetera with 39 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been associated with Cetera and its affiliates since 2013. Prior to joining Cetera, he founded and continues to operate PTF Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member and archivist for the Diablo Advisory Committee, a country club committee focused on planning and zoning matters. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and financial planning services, managing over $256 billion in assets through more than 10,000 advisors.

Min Myo is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing from Investment Consultant to Financial Consultant before his current role. Prior to joining Fidelity, Min worked as a Financial Advisor with MML Investors Services and Ameriprise Financial Services. With over 15 years of planning experience, Min specializes in retirement planning, estate planning considerations, and wealth planning. He focuses on establishing long-term planning relationships and creating customized plans that adapt to the changing needs of his clients. His professional approach is informed by his understanding of the multiple financial goals faced by families. Min holds a California Insurance License.

Mitchell Bertonneau is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, and TD Ameritrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Christopher Dao is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2013 and served in the Army Reserves from 2006 to 2018. 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 services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, using multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.