Kevin Krause is a financial advisor at Simplicity Wealth with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at firms including Northwestern Mutual and BackNine Insurance. Krause is also involved with Second Opinion Expert, Inc., where he provides training and support to behavioral health treatment facilities focused on substance use disorders and alcoholism. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporate and institutional investors, and other financial firms. The firm utilizes a fund-of-funds approach with ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, offering model portfolios that are actively monitored and rebalanced, alongside technology and operational solutions for advisers.

Kristoffer Fu is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC. He previously worked for J.P. Morgan Securities for nine years before joining Kestra in 2021. Fu is also the founder and strategic business advisor of DayOne Strategic Advisers, where he consults with business owners on valuation and wealth gap strategies. Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC provides investment advisory services through a network of independent advisors and multi-advisor teams, serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $13.45 billion in client assets and offers access to a broad range of investment products and specialized service platforms.

Clifford Kwan is a CFP® and Series 65-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with MMWKM Advisors, LLC and is based in Irvine, California. In addition to his advisory work, he is an independent insurance agent for various insurance companies. Retirement Planners of America provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and retirement plan participants through a wrap-fee program. The firm emphasizes capital preservation and tactical rebalancing using model portfolios and a long-term market signal while maintaining discretionary trading authority.

Robert Ochoa is a financial advisor with Trilogy Capital, Inc. in Irvine, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Trilogy Capital since 2016 and LPL Financial since 2017, and has been involved with Trilogy Financial Services and National Planning Corporation in prior roles. Trilogy Capital, Inc. provides investment advisory and retirement-plan services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm uses a risk-based, diversified asset allocation framework, incorporating in-house models and third-party sub-advisors, and integrates personal and business real estate into its advanced planning and private markets strategies.

Anna Lair is a financial advisor at Halbert Hargrove in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 65 designation with one year of industry experience. She has worked at Halbert Hargrove since 2023 and previously studied at California State University - Long Beach. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors serves individuals, trusts, estates, pension and profit-sharing plans, and other institutions, offering discretionary portfolio management along with financial planning and retirement plan advisory. The firm employs a formal Investment Committee using a documented analytical framework and combines qualitative and quantitative methods in its investment approach.

Scott Schomer is a financial advisor with Integrity Advisory Solutions in El Segundo, CA, holding a Series 65 license and 10 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Abundance Financial Coaching and Schomer Wealth Advisors, and he is also the principal attorney at Schomer Law Group, APC. Schomer serves as an adjunct professor of law at Loyola Law School, teaching a course on wills and trusts, and he is treasurer and board member of the nonprofit OPICA. Integrity Advisory Solutions serves individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and business clients through a network of about 100 independent advisors, managing approximately $1.1 billion in client assets. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and sub-advisory services, using fundamental and technical analysis and a variety of asset allocation strategies combined with ongoing monitoring and annual client reviews.

Windus Fernandez Brinkkord is a financial advisor with Trilogy Capital, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at LPL Financial and NATIONAL PLANNING CORPORATION. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as co-trustee for a family trust. Trilogy Capital, Inc. provides investment advisory and retirement-plan services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm utilizes a risk-based, diversified asset allocation framework with in-house models and third-party sub-advisors, offering comprehensive planning that includes personal and business real estate considerations.

Leyton Bohren is a financial advisor at Lifeworks Advisors, LLC with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Lifeworks Advisors in 2025, he worked at Green Dot Bank and has a background that includes five years at Azusa Pacific University. Outside of his advisory role, he also works as a staff accountant at Green Dot Bank. Lifeworks Advisors serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and businesses with discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm integrates tax and accounting capabilities within its corporate group and employs a planning-based tranche approach combined with factor-based and smart-beta equity strategies.

Ramie Khalil is a financial advisor with Sowell Management, holding a Series 65 credential and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Solera Asset Managers and has been involved with Fortress Financial and Insurance Services, where he conducts financial literacy education and provides insurance and fixed annuity services. Sowell Management is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and other RIAs with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm employs multiple management styles and offers a range of solutions including model portfolios and third-party manager selection.

Jake Castillo is a CFP® with three years of industry experience, currently advising at Halbert Hargrove. He previously worked at Pacific Capital and has experience in both the financial sector and other industries including food service and retail. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors manages approximately $4.2 billion across a multi-advisor platform, serving individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary, fee-only investment management and financial planning, utilizing a research-driven Investment Committee to construct diversified portfolios with a range of asset types and strategies.

Chun Yong Liu is a financial advisor at Kovack Advisors, Inc. with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC for four years and Radio Free Asia for eighteen years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in fixed insurance sales. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered enterprise investment adviser serving a wide range of clients including individuals, corporations, and pension plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary asset management, third-party manager recommendations, and financial planning, with an investment approach focused on diversified asset-class exposure primarily through mutual funds and ETFs.

George Scott Jr. is a financial advisor at Belpointe Asset Management LLC with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. from 2009 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, Scott is involved in business planning and coaching through Tax Master Network and ValueBuilder System, and he refers clients to estate and business planning services. Belpointe Asset Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, corporations, and registered advisers. The firm offers discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing customized portfolios with active, passive, tactical, and blended strategies tailored to client objectives.

Timothy Anderson is a financial advisor at Halbert Hargrove, holding the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses, and has 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors since 1993, totaling over three decades at the firm. Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors manages approximately $4.2 billion for individuals, pension plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform. The firm offers discretionary, fee-only investment management, financial planning, consulting, and retirement plan services, employing a committee-based process that integrates qualitative and quantitative research to build diversified portfolios.

Michael Collins is a financial advisor with Diversify Advisory Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining Diversify Advisory Services. Outside of his advisory role, Collins serves in the United States Marine Corps Reserve and assists active-duty Marines transitioning to civilian life. Diversify Advisory Services is an SEC-registered firm that provides financial planning, portfolio management, and corporate consulting to individuals, corporations, retirement plans, trusts, foundations, and small business owners. The firm emphasizes tactical diversification and individualized asset allocation, offering a variety of investment models and access to alternative strategies tailored to client objectives.

Christopher Stamos is a financial advisor at Prosperitas Financial, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Prosperitas Financial since 2025. Stamos is also the owner and CPA at Stamos and Stamos, Certified Public Accountants, Inc., where he has provided accounting and tax services since 2004. In addition, he is an author and consultant offering coaching and an online course to assist clients in acquiring CPA firms and similar businesses. Prosperitas Financial, LLC is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing over $812 million for approximately 1,745 clients through a team of 39 advisors. The firm provides asset management, comprehensive portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and other services to individuals, trusts, pension plans, and businesses, utilizing a range of securities and third-party managers to align portfolios with client objectives.

Haddy Homampour is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Diversify Advisory Services, LLC. Prior to joining Diversify, Haddy held roles at DFPG Investments, SureVest, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as President and Head of Financial Planning at Parkview Wealth Advisors and as President and CEO of Parkview Comprehensive Planning Consultants, LLC, where he provides financial planning education and training. Diversify Advisory Services is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, foundations, and small business owners. The firm employs a tactical diversification and individualized asset allocation approach, offering a variety of portfolio management options and financial planning services tailored to client needs.

Nikolas Dialynas is a financial advisor at Choreo, LLC with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at RSM US Wealth Management LLC and Lido Isle Advisors LLC. Choreo provides investment and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, family offices, endowments, foundations, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm’s investment approach focuses on strategic asset allocation and diversified model portfolios managed by a centralized team and overseen by an Investment Committee.

Gary Sussman is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Trilogy Capital, Inc. He has worked at Trilogy Capital since 2016 and has been affiliated with LPL Financial since 2017. His background also includes a lengthy tenure at NATIONAL PLANNING CORPORATION from 2002 to 2017. Trilogy Capital, Inc. provides investment advisory and retirement-plan services to individuals, families, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm employs a risk-based, diversified asset allocation framework using in-house models and third-party sub-advisors, integrating advanced planning that includes budgeting, tax strategies, and real estate considerations.

Reesuk Kim is a financial advisor at Golden State Wealth Management, LLC with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Golden State Wealth Management and LPL Financial since 2016. Golden State Wealth Management serves individuals, trusts, pension and profit-sharing plans, and businesses, providing asset management, comprehensive portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach includes tailored portfolios based on asset allocation and various analytic methods, with discretionary portfolio management as the primary advisory relationship.

Allen Taylor is a financial advisor with The AmeriFlex Group, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., Sagepoint Financial, Inc., Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, and Newcastle Financial Advisors. Taylor is also an independent insurance agent for various companies. The AmeriFlex Group provides investment advice and related services to individuals, corporations, employee benefit plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, third-party manager selection, and retirement plan consulting through a network of advisory affiliates and multiple program platforms.