Ricardo Ortiz is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at PFS Investments Inc. for 11 years and has been affiliated with Primerica Financial Services since 2008. His other business activities include the sale of loan products and home security referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and utilizes a tiered wrap-fee structure for its investment solutions.

Fabian Caraveo is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in providing financial planning services. He focuses on developing customized investment strategies that align with clients’ unique needs and aspirations, covering areas such as college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic and socially responsible investing, tax minimization, and retirement income management. Fabian leverages Merrill's extensive research and resources alongside his industry knowledge to help clients pursue their financial goals. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and has completed a Bachelor's Degree from Lehman College, along with prior studies at Brooklyn College and a High School Diploma from Flags High School. Fluent in English and Spanish, Fabian emphasizes transparency, trust, and a commitment to clients’ financial well-being. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys various sports, music, traveling, and spending quality time with his family.

Christopher Laubach is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director and treasurer on a nonprofit board. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, primarily for clients with Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Brent Gage is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013 and 2015, respectively. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Albert Singleterry is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018, as well as prior experience at Wm Financial Services Inc. from 2005 to 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

James Warren is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Dimas, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial and Level Four Advisory Services. He owns a non-investment-related business entity, JPW and Associates, which does not generate revenue or require time commitments. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized retirement income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Fay Koh is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and possessing 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2015 and is also affiliated with Bestow Inc. and New York University. Her activities include sales of investment-related products and referrals for home security and automation products through Primerica affiliates. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-based investment strategies managed by third-party asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Yvonne Qi is a financial advisor with Merrill in Hacienda Heights, CA. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2017, including prior experience with Bank of America, N.A. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nathaniel Nesbitt is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 46 years of industry experience, having worked at UBS since 1980. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with the Civil Air Patrol in search and rescue operations. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services to tailor plans based on proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Marcia Quiroz is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in retirement planning and wealth management strategies tailored to individual client goals. Since joining Merrill in 2012, she has utilized the firm’s resources to assist families and businesses, particularly focusing on retirement income, employee benefits, defined benefit plans, and financial planning for women. Her background includes extensive experience working with entrepreneurs and business owners on financing, succession strategies, and employee benefits, as well as managing bond issuances for public agencies prior to her current role. Marcia holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from the California State University system and holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is active in professional and community organizations such as the Hispanic/Latino Organization for Leadership and Advancement (HOLA) and the Hispanic Latino Business Council. Committed to integrity, education, and mentorship, Marcia integrates these values into her professional practice and personal life. She dedicates time to volunteering with community groups and enjoys hiking, running, and spending time with her family. Her approach centers on developing personalized financial strategies that help clients pursue their desired lifestyles and achieve financial dignity throughout retirement.

Mane Aslanian is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill from 2015 to 2018. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Colin Babb is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He rejoined Merrill Lynch in 2016 and has been providing financial and wealth management advice and services since 2007. Colin is part of The Crow Babb Hulley Group, a team with over 100 years of combined experience, which employs a comprehensive, goals-based approach to wealth management. Colin's areas of expertise include portfolio construction, wealth planning, retirement planning, special needs planning, liability management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Southern California. Outside of his professional work, Colin is involved in various alumni and charitable organizations. He lives in Huntington Beach with his wife, Kira, and their two daughters. His personal interests include golfing, music, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Christian Li is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 38 years of industry experience, including over three decades at FSC Securities Corporation and a long tenure at TAG Financial Inc. based in Diamond Bar, CA. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by various investment strategies and advisor tools.

Kay Bonadie is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2019. Prior to this, Kay was a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2015 to 2019. Kay is licensed with the California Insurance License. In her role, she focuses on building trust with clients to define their financial objectives, explore alternatives, and help choose strategies that align with their plans.

Jamie Wemhoff is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services, he worked at NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company, and spent 14 years at Cox Automotive Corporate Service. Mass Mutual Investors Services 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 collaborative, annual planning relationships supported by firm-approved analytical tools.

Erinleigh Baldivia is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2014 and also worked at Charles Schwab Bank SSB from 2014 to 2023. She holds a Series 66 designation. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. primarily serves 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 offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management options, combining multi-asset model portfolios with a distinctive operational structure that integrates advisory, brokerage, and custody services.

Ronald Coleman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Claremont, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2013 and previously held positions at Crowell, Weedon & Co., Morgan Stanley, 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 institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Maria Vargas is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. She focuses on building meaningful partnerships with her clients by understanding their goals, values, and financial circumstances to provide personalized financial guidance. Her professional experience includes positions as Relationship Manager (2023-2025) and Financial Representative (2021-2023) at Fidelity Investments, as well as roles as a Financial Service Professional at LA Pension Planners and Equitable from 2020 to 2021. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Maria is involved in activities such as fitness, exploring culinary interests, social events with friends, caring for pets, traveling, and volunteering.

Oreste Volkert is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as President of the Brea Little League, overseeing league operations and community activities in Brea, California. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, including futures commission merchant activities and affiliated banking programs.

Ying Gao is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. She concurrently owns and supervises operations at Best Quality Food Company Inc, a meat distribution business. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.