Royce Stewart is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial, OSAIC Services, Sunamerica Securities, and Merrill. He has held outside employment roles at Verizon Enterprise Solutions and serves as a director at Armanino LLP. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions with a range of advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting its network of investment adviser representatives through advanced operational tools while overseeing substantial discretionary assets.

Meenakshi Saxena is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing and holds a Series 66 designation. She has 21 years of industry experience, including over two decades with Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

George Lu is a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he collaborates with clients to understand their current financial situations and introduce suitable solutions offered through Merrill and Bank of America. His focus is on empowering clients with knowledge and tools to manage their financial lives effectively. George holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a bachelor's degree from Santa Clara University. He approaches his work with a philosophy centered on uncovering what matters to clients and their families in order to create strategies that pursue their financial goals.

Karim Nalbandy is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2012. 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 a multi-asset investment approach backed by centralized custody and operational support.

Todd Duncan is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license, with three years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, and has prior experience at firms including First Republic Securities Company, Wells Fargo, and Enterprise Trust and Investment Company. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework, supported by affiliates that provide implementation and portfolio services.

Zhou Chen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and currently works at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. in Menlo Park, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools supported by the Global Investment Committee’s analyses.

Justin Green is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, beginning his career in 2002. He is committed to helping clients achieve their financial goals by providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to their individual circumstances. Justin works closely with clients to simplify complex financial matters through time-tested investment and planning principles, offering access to a full spectrum of investment choices alongside the resources of Merrill Lynch and Bank of America. His expertise covers areas such as retirement planning, tax minimization, estate planning services, lifetime income management, college education planning, family wealth management strategies, and portfolio management services. Justin emphasizes building enduring relationships by gaining a deep understanding of his clients' lives and priorities, ensuring that each financial strategy aligns with their long-term goals. Justin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with majors in Finance and Banking from San Francisco State University. He carries the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in English and Spanish, he resides in San Ramon, California, with his wife Susy and two children, Jovany and Vanessa. Outside of his professional interests, Justin enjoys baseball, hiking, swimming, traveling, and exploring different cultures.

Haotian Xie is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2022. Prior to his financial services career, he was affiliated with Plug and Play Tech Center and held roles associated with Hult International Business School, Columbia University, and the University of California, San Diego. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a range of investment and planning services through a large network of financial advisors.

Stephan Garate is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Before joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Equitable Advisors, LLC, and held various roles outside the financial sector, including positions at Baron Construction, Central Coast Surfboards, and A-Town Diner. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services that include integrated planning and investment solutions.

Harsh Pradhan is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been employed since 2006. He has over 19 years of experience at Fidelity, focusing on serving clients by leveraging the company's resources to develop and implement wealth planning strategies. Prior to his current role, Harsh worked as a Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc from 1998 to 2000 and at Dean Witter Reynolds Inc from 1995 to 1998. Harsh holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting and wealth management. He emphasizes building relationships with clients to understand their priorities and advocate effectively on their behalf. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Harsh enjoys family activities, gardening, hiking, and traveling.

Aryika Singh is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. She focuses on creating tailored engagement strategies through active listening to align with her clients' unique goals and values. Aryika adapts her communication styles and meeting frequency to help clients translate complex financial choices into clear, actionable steps, fostering structured roadmaps and building high-trust partnerships. Aryika has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, progressing through roles including Financial Services Representative, Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and currently Planning Consultant. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Aryika enjoys family activities, fitness, outdoor adventures, spending time with pets, reading, and running.

Yue Carol Liao is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch for over a decade and has been with J.P. Morgan since 2026. Outside of advisory work, she co-owns and manages a family rental property in Dublin, California. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services primarily to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory program emphasizes written asset allocation advice and manager searches, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Bhavin Mehta is a CFP® with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving at OSAIC since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc. from 2017 to 2024, as well as over 18 years at Kestra Financial Services, Inc. and Kestra Investment Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he holds a board position with Omkar Rocklin Inc., a motel property business. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional clients and offers a multi-advisor platform with brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and a complex affiliate network.

Gregory Kosal is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2014 and 2016, respectively. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 advisors and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Pietersen Sylvester is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with one year of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and held roles outside the financial sector, including at Yext and in construction management. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

John Banker is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley based in Dublin, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its financial planning process.

Wenxin Yu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Yu has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured financial planning process and offers a range of retail and institutional investment solutions.

Clement Wong is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pleasanton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer and board member for a charity/private foundation based in Brooklyn, NY. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery and firm‑approved tools, offering a broad range of investment and planning solutions.

Joshua Denton is a Financial Consultant with over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. He currently focuses on retirement planning, investment planning, tax-efficient investing, retirement income strategies, and comprehensive financial planning. His approach aims to simplify financial planning and provide actionable strategies for individuals and families. Throughout his career, Joshua has held leadership roles at Wells Fargo, including Senior Branch Premier Banker from 2019 to 2024 and Senior Branch Leader from 2014 to 2019. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Joshua engages in family activities, football, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Ben Kim is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021 and has worked at JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to offer written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.