Jayalalitha Ramamurthy is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2011 to 2019 before joining Charles Schwab in 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of SIMBIZSOLUTIONS, a technology consulting company originally incorporated for tax purposes. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed 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 a primarily non-discretionary client relationship model with access to affiliated discretionary separate managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by in-house research and alternative investment options.

Kristina Currie is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 22 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Nationwide Investment Services Corp and various Fidelity entities dating back to 2012. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including fund advisory and model portfolios, leveraging systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Briggs Matsko is a CFP® professional affiliated with OSAIC and has 49 years of industry experience. He worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 48 years before joining OSAIC in 2025. Matsko co-authored a book titled "Mastering Your Financial Success" and operates a consulting business providing process-led income distribution planning for financial services firms. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm employs various asset-allocation and portfolio management tools and supports multiple advisory platforms and legacy program transitions.

Tami Couch is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2019 and previously worked at Wise Auto Group and Momentum Auto Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Drew Gee is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has five years of industry experience, including roles at MassMutual Life Insurance Company and various MassMutual affiliates since 2019. Prior to his financial advisory career, he worked at Saint Mary's College of California in both the Athletic Department and other capacities. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC 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, structuring client engagements as annual collaborative relationships focused on goal analysis and written recommendations.

Melvin Whitlock Jr. is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Rancho Cordova, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2013 and is also involved with the California Transplant Donor Network. Outside his advisory role, he participates in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Robert Baggett is a Series 66 licensed advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fisher Investments and Bank of America. He has been with Merrill since 2014, returning in 2021 after a brief period elsewhere. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Timothy Mcdonald is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 46 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Nickolas Gould is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at California Bank & Trust, Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he engages in online sales. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients nationwide. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with discretionary and non-discretionary management options, leveraging model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Scott Matzoll is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. Scott's approach involves helping clients uncover what matters to them and their families to create strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. Scott earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of San Francisco and completed an Accredited Certificate Program through the California State University System. Outside of his professional work, Scott engages in adventure sports such as hiking, rock climbing, running, skiing, and tennis. He is also involved in his community as a Business Liaison for Helping Hands Orangevale.

Eric Solis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Advisors and related entities since 2009. Outside of advising, he serves as an investment committee member for The Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of Sacramento. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory services with various financial products and referral channels.

Jacob Bisler is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he assists individuals and families in pursuing their financial goals through personalized planning and tailored wealth management strategies. He focuses on building meaningful relationships and helping clients make confident financial decisions at every stage of life. Jacob holds a Bachelor's Degree from California State University, Sacramento, an Associate's Degree from Los Rios School District, and a High School Diploma from West Campus High School. He has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His areas of expertise include employee benefits planning, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Growing up in the Sacramento area, Jacob enjoys spending time with his family and engaging in activities such as football, golfing, and skiing. He is involved in professional and community organizations including Active 20-30 Club #1 in Sacramento and the Sacramento State Alumni Association.

Pravin Kumar is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s services include investment policy statement preparation, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking, with a broader investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Valerie Bevan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016; prior to that, she was with MetLife Securities Inc from 2013 to 2017. MassMutual’s subsidiary, MML Investors Services, LLC, provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved software to analyze client goals and offers programs including estate settlement, employer-sponsored planning, and a standalone Divorce Planning service.

Gary Bladen is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2012. Based in the Palo Alto branch, he works closely with individuals and families to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their specific goals, values, and needs. His approach involves regular reviews to ensure financial plans remain aligned with the client's evolving life circumstances. Gary's expertise encompasses a broad range of financial planning areas, including retirement planning, college education funding, legacy planning, managing new wealth, tax minimization, and socially responsible investing. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, he worked with clean technology startups focusing on sustainability and resource efficiency and contributed to innovation efforts in the Sacramento area. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of California system. Outside of his professional work, Gary enjoys playing music, cooking, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Charlotte Russo is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Her prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Bank of America. She is involved with the Josephine Lugo Trust outside of her advisory duties. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stansfield Fries III is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, Fries is also an independent insurance agent affiliated with various independent insurance companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, trusts, estates, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial wellness services through a network of independent financial professionals, employing a variety of portfolio management strategies across multiple custody and platform arrangements.

Robert Chase is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked with MML Investors Services LLC and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he acts as a life and health insurance agent. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC 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, using firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and structure collaborative, annual planning engagements.

Wayne Soloaga is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Morgan Stanley entities since 2007, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process utilizing tools such as Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations.

Anthony Wilson is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1990 and has been associated with Primerica Financial Services since 1985. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home security and automation services through Primerica affiliates. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm employs model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and offers discretionary portfolio management supported by custodial services from Pershing.