Kai Yuan Hu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Ameriprise Financial Services, and JP Morgan Securities, among others. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Pengxin Fang is a financial advisor with Merrill in West Covina, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2022 and has a concurrent work history with Bank of America, N.A. dating back to 2016. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, providing access to a wide array of products and services.

Erika Sahagun is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and several years of experience in the banking and financial services industry. Her prior work includes roles at California Bank & Trust, First Republic Bank, Farmers and Merchants Bank, First Citizens Bank, and Chase Bank. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily made up of 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 operates a large-scale integrated platform offering advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Brooke Zasadny is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial in Corona, CA. She has been in the industry since 2021, with prior experience at Edward Jones and Verdugo Wealth Management. Brooke also has a background in education and spent time working with the ACT Volleyball Club. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by research and multiple management approaches.

Rodzl De Los Reyes is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2016. He is also an officer, director, and owner of Rexxons Holdings, Inc., a real estate property management company where he manages financial accounting and strategic financial decisions. 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 that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

John Mishima is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm focuses on delivering non-discretionary advice through a select group of Wealth Advisors and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Jose Torres is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he partners with clients to develop strategies aimed at pursuing short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He provides guidance on areas including investing, retirement planning, education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, and small business strategies. Jose also facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions as part of his comprehensive client services. Jose holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He completed his high school education at Bell High School and is proficient in both English and Spanish. His approach emphasizes understanding clients' priorities to tailor portfolio strategies that adapt as their needs evolve. Outside of his professional work, Jose enjoys biking, cooking, spending time with his family, and watching movies. He is a devoted husband and father, reflecting a balance of professional commitment and personal interests.

Yvonne Bacio is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has four years of industry experience. She also works with Burns & Johnston CPAs and Business Advisors, LLP, where she serves as a marketing coordinator and provides investment guidance to clients. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm operates as a multi-manager platform offering diverse program options and manages over $256 billion in assets.

Diane Gutierrez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at the University of California Santa Barbara, the University of Georgia, and the University of Denver. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and provides model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Jared Snyder is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Brea, California, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Charles Schwab Bank. Outside of finance, he officiates basketball games for the NCAA and other amateur leagues. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operations.

Chris Cooper is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He directs the wealth management strategy, asset allocation, manager evaluation, and liability management for clients, working alongside his partner Michelle Morales. Chris serves a diverse clientele including owners of family businesses, physicians, attorneys, tribal governments, and private foundations primarily in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino counties. Chris brings to his financial advisory role a background of disciplined service from the United States Air Force, where he served two enlistments, including support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. As a radar technician for seven years, he developed a commitment to excellence and attention to detail, qualities he applies in managing client portfolios and directing personalized or defined investment strategies. His responsibilities include investment management, tax minimization, estate planning strategies, cash management, and providing access to credit and lending through Bank of America, N.A. Chris earned an Associate's Degree from the Community College of the Air Force and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He has received the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and a distinguished graduate award from Airmen Leadership School. Outside of his professional work, Chris resides in Yorba Linda with his partner Michelle and their blended family. He is involved with charitable organizations such as Make-A-Wish and the Wounded Warrior Project, supports his children’s sports teams, and enjoys activities including golfing, traveling, and spending time with family.

Jennifer Whyte is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked with firms including Avantax Investment Services, Pinnacle Wealth Management, and Crown Capital Securities. Jennifer is also involved in a family-run wealth management business where she provides investment planning and client services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and consulting services, supporting over 10,000 advisors nationwide.

Aida Arreguin is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has six years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms including Avantax and Ameriprise, and currently serves as a Wealth Management Associate at Husami & Associates, which provides accounting, tax, and financial services to family-owned and privately held businesses. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Peter Boulos is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2011. He has over a decade of experience partnering with clients to develop tailored financial plans that align with their unique goals and circumstances. Peter focuses on building trust and communicating financial strategies clearly to help clients work toward long-term financial success and provides ongoing, personalized guidance as their lives and relationships evolve. Prior to joining Fidelity, Peter worked as a Financial Advisor at JP Morgan Chase from 2009 to 2011 and at Edward Jones from 2007 to 2009. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Peter has personal interests in golf, parenthood, and reading.

Richard Armento is a financial advisor at Osaic with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has a background that includes long-term roles at Washington Square Securities, DMA Insurance Services Inc., and Annelor Inc. Outside of his advisory work, Armento serves as president of several insurance-related businesses that focus on property and casualty insurance and support independent insurance agencies. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional entities, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes, and supports a multi-platform, complex corporate structure with multiple mergers and third-party partnerships.

Anthony Argy Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at various JPMorgan entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he operates an e-commerce business selling trading cards. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, combining large-scale advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Tae Kim is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with the designations ChFC® and Series 63, and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 2002 and was affiliated with Pruco Securities, LLC. for 22 years prior to joining LPL Enterprise. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, consulting, and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management through both advisory and brokerage channels.

Carrie Valerio is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at the County of Orange Auditor Controller’s office. Outside of finance, she has been an independent cosmetologist and co-owner of Riggs Salon & Gallery since 2007. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors 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 tailor recommendations.

Tyler Brashears is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms including Mariner Independent Advisor Network, Providence Wealth Planning, LPL Financial, Comerica Bank, and Wells Fargo. Brashears also provides investment advisory services through Mariner Independent Advisor Network, LLC. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse group of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, using asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to create client portfolios.

Ryan Mouton is a financial advisor at OSAIC with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services and has a background that includes various roles dating back to 2011. Outside of finance, he is a co-owner of an e-commerce seasoning retail business. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable investors, offering a range of brokerage, advisory, and portfolio management services through a large network of affiliated advisers and platforms. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios incorporating multiple asset types on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.