Derrick Hilts is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2020. Prior to his career in financial services, he spent eight years at Siemens Healthineers. Outside of financial advising, he is involved in a construction and engineering business related to hospital and healthcare sectors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses structured planning tools and emphasizes advisory capacities without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Marquise Bias is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2020, following prior experience at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice and customized reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory services with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Marc Griffis is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2001, except for a brief period in 2019 at Bofa Securities, Inc. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates model-based and discretionary investment strategies within Bank of America’s broader platform.

Albert Barcia is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Ontario, CA, with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Executive Fitness, a business providing exercise equipment rental and personal training services. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Scott Foties is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Corona, CA, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and Merrill. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Blake Hilts is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013, including 11 years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers financial planning based on structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Angel Cambron is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, based in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Cambron has five years of industry experience and has worked previously with Wells Fargo Advisors and Northwestern Mutual. Cambron is also affiliated with Arrowhead Credit Union through LPL Financial. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of financial planning and advisory programs, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Angelito Eusebio is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1995 and with Primerica Financial Services since 1994. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner and tax preparer at Ace Tax Services, a business he operates with his daughter. 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 uses third-party asset managers and custodians like BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing, operating under a tiered wrap-fee structure.

Marianela Silva is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Financial since 2022. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC. Silva owns Marigold Tax & Bookkeeping Solutions, a tax preparation and accounting service. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and corporations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services supported by in-house and third-party research and portfolio management solutions.

Cassia Stefanini is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Chino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 17 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for ten years and has been with Primerica since 2019. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliates of Primerica. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options. The firm uses a tiered wrap fee structure and curates third-party asset managers, delegating trading and overlay responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Darci Kelley is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tustin, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2021 and previously operated her own firm, Darci Kelley Inc. Additionally, she has extensive experience with Waddell & Reed, Inc. and various insurance carriers. Kelley also maintains a business entity, Darci Kelley Incorporated, for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Camille Gaffney is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and market simulations as part of its financial planning process.

Carlos Bernabe is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 credential. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial LLC, Orange County's Credit Union, and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved in caregiving activities for family members. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in managing model portfolios and serves as an adviser to multiple registered investment companies.

Christopher Tavares is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2025 and previously held positions at Securities America Advisors, Securities America, Inc., LPL Financial, and OSAIC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in mortgage lending and insurance sales, including fixed insurance products and fixed life insurance and annuities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, managing over $256 billion in assets through a network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Daniela Fricke is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates. She previously worked at Partners Federal Credit Union and LPL Financial LLC for 17 years. Outside of her advisory role, she is an owner of a rental real estate business. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and investment recommendations, supporting implementation through various advisory and institutional programs.

Louie A. Vargas is a Financial Advisor with the HQFV Wealth Management Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides financial advice and planning services to business owners, families, and retirees, helping clients develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their goals, risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs. Louie holds Series 7, 66, 9, and 10 FINRA registrations and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Louie began his career at Merrill in 2001 supporting ultra-high-net-worth clients in Merrill's Private Wealth Management office in Los Angeles. He became licensed to serve as a Market Supervision Manager in 2008 and later supervised UBS's International Wealth Management business across multiple states until returning to Merrill in 2020. With over 15 years of supervisory experience, he values collaborating with colleagues and providing clients access to comprehensive financial services. The son of a Mexican immigrant mother who worked at Merrill for more than 35 years, Louie is committed to promoting financial literacy and generational wealth building. He participates in Bank of America's Hispanic/Latino Organization for Leadership & Advancement (HOLA) mentorship program and has served as a youth mentor for over a decade. Louie is married and enjoys spending time with his family, preserving family recipes, and researching his family history dating back to 1700s Mexico.

Jiahui Xu is a financial advisor at Cetera with five years of industry experience. Xu holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previous experience at J.P. Morgan Securities and Wells Fargo. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered advisory firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, ranging from model portfolios to bespoke strategies, and oversees more than $256 billion in assets with over 10,000 advisors nationwide.

Eric Esparza is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. Before entering finance, his work history includes positions at the Riverside County District Attorney's Office and the University of California, Berkeley. 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 tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Margaret Sturdy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Anaheim, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial (formerly LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER) since 2001. In addition to her advisory work, she occasionally sells health insurance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Moises Macias Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, and HomeStreet Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is a baseball coach at Ayala High School in the Chino Valley Unified School District. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by research, model portfolios, and various investment management options.