John Howells IV is a CFP® professional with 42 years of industry experience, currently serving at Equitable Advisors since 2005. His prior experience includes roles at Axa Advisors, LLC and Mony Securities Corporation. Outside of his advisory work, he is an instructor at Mira Costa College and Palomar College and serves as a ward mission leader for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and a variety of third-party advisory programs to deliver a broad range of investment solutions.

Seth Geisler is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he spent ten years at Eight West Public Relations and three years at Ameriprise. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Dylan Trauger is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he served in the United States Navy from 2015 to 2019 and spent several years in full-time education. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors.

Christopher Cassi is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2020, with prior roles including positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, incorporating ESG considerations and supported by affiliated implementation and portfolio services.

Charles Brown Jr. is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently advising at Raymond James & Associates since 2025. His prior roles include positions at City National Securities, USAA Financial Advisors Inc., Merrill, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory work, he is the Owner and CEO of an LLC focused on rental property acquisition and management. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a wide range of portfolio management styles and specialized municipal services.

Joseph Rogers is a CFP® and ChFC® with 10 years of industry experience. He currently works at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and has previous experience at Northwestern Mutual and Chantel Bonneau Stewart. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, supporting a broad advisor network with specialized municipal and SIMPLE IRA advisory services.

Shayne Gabris is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity in 2025, he worked at Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade, among other firms. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across various asset classes.

Gregg Himfar is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Investacorp Advisory Services Inc, Investacorp, Inc., and Prudential Investment Management Service. He also maintains an outside business activity as a non-variable insurance agent. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across various platforms.

Darren Poland is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at LPL Financial with seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he held roles at Lucia Securities, VO Engineering, and Trinity Geotechnical Engineering. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Ian Lucas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 65 designation and 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he spent 13 years at Graham Investment Management, Inc. and has been involved with Vx Logistics LLC since 2020. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Ryan Wetsel is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2009 and specializes in assisting clients with commercial banking and financing strategies, managing concentrated stock positions, and navigating significant transition events such as retirement, inheritance, or the sale of a business. Before joining Merrill Lynch, Ryan gained experience working with Welfare Strategies in Adelaide, Australia, where he helped business owners establish corporate benefit programs. He also contributed to quality control and accounting standards efforts at the American Standard plant in China. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Business from Westmont College in Santa Barbara. He has spent considerable time studying International Business across Europe, Asia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Ryan resides in Del Mar with his three children.

Zhi Hu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 credentials. His prior work history includes roles at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Scott Hemerick is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Merrill, Fidelity, and Citigroup Global Markets. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Andrew Meram is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients to develop holistic financial plans aimed at addressing key risks. His approach involves a four-step process that includes understanding clients' priorities, conducting a diagnostic analysis of their current financial situation, and providing clear recommendations without jargon. Andrew's experience at Fidelity Investments includes roles as Investment Consultant from 2022 to 2024, Relationship Manager from 2021 to 2022, and Financial Representative in 2021. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Andrew enjoys boating and spending time with his family.

Gloria Ruuspakka is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 65 credential and three years of industry experience. She previously worked with Carson Wealth/Cetera Advisor Networks from 2018 to 2020 and was involved with One Extraordinary Marriage from 2016 to 2018. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by advisor-facing tools.

Samuel Dabney is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Bonsall, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, he served in the United States Marine Corps for 20 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Daniel McMahon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Carlsbad, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network, OSAIC, SAGEPOINT FINANCIAL, ICM Private Client Group, and Equitable Advisors. McMahon is also a co-owner of Terramar Wealth, Inc., a private entity involved in securities, advisory, and insurance business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice provided by investment adviser representatives who may utilize various strategies and technology tools.

Jill Connelly is a financial advisor at Stifel with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co. since 2008. Stifel serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm offers brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment strategy developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jason Rudolph is a financial advisor at Stifel with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2016, following prior roles at Morgan Stanley and its affiliates from 2003 to 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he is a co-owner and operator of a snack and beverage vending business run alongside his wife. Stifel serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach relies on proprietary forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Zachary Lefever is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His background includes roles at Fidelity Investments as well as positions in various other organizations and community activities, including a role with Semester at Sea. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.