James Lowczyk is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC for five years before joining Fidelity. 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 from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Gary Kneifl is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Roseville, CA, holding the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. He has 14 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Thomas Demarois is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 1996. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, he spent five years as a Bond Trader for a regional bank. His professional focus includes personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. A native of Chico, California, Thomas earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from Chico State University, where he also participated in rugby. He holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his advisory role, Thomas enjoys fishing, golfing, and playing tennis. He has served as a board member of The Cast Hope Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching underprivileged youth the art of fly fishing and an appreciation for the outdoors.

Colin Usrey is a financial advisor at Merrill in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2026. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved with the McAllister Foundation since 2021 and previously worked at Tempest Nutrition. 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 a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kirsten Barnett is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments, Bank of America, Merrill, and Sutter Health. She is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm uses a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and investment products.

Jacarri Williams is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 19 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., where he has worked since 2019, and previously held roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and BOK Financial Securities. He is also associated with Tri Counties Advisors in Sacramento, CA. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Robert Mc Mahon is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and its affiliates, having joined in 2026 after a decade at Edward Jones and a year at LPL Financial. He serves as a non-profit board member with Toastmasters. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered adviser that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services.

Judith Davidson, Ph.D., is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She has held positions at Merrill Lynch since 2000 and at Bank of America since 2009. Outside of her advisory work, she volunteers with CASA (Child Advocates of El Dorado County), a nonprofit organization that supports children in the foster care system. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Rachel Eaton is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 21 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several notable firms, including Bank of America, Merrill, and Morgan Stanley. Her current role at Wells Fargo Clearing began in 2021, with prior tenure at Wells Fargo-related entities totaling over a decade. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines research-driven investment evaluation with a broad platform that includes brokerage and advisory solutions.

Lynnell Reese is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 22 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she also works as a food delivery driver for DoorDash. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services utilizing its own research and tools, with advisory engagements that are generally discrete and tailored to client needs.

Marie Ahola is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Roseville, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has been with R.W. Baird since 2009. She is also involved in managing several rental properties outside of her advisory role. The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients by providing tailored financial planning and portfolio management services that include discretionary and non-discretionary management, separately managed accounts, and overlay strategies.

James Deppner is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Wells Fargo, U.S. Bancorp Investments, and J.P. Morgan. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kenna Stukas serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she focuses on creating personalized wealth management strategies tailored to her clients' unique financial goals. She leverages the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to support her clients' financial objectives. Kenna has earned several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She holds a bachelor's degree from Sonoma State University. She is affiliated with The Fendley Group and follows Merrill's tradition of community involvement by volunteering with local organizations.

Senh Ly is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007 and has also served at Golden 1 Credit Union since 2005. Additionally, he works as a real estate agent in the Sacramento area, assisting clients with buying and selling properties. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, combining technology-driven tools with a broad platform of advisory and non-advisory financial activities.

Olivia Kaplan is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2016, following prior roles at Fidelity and Morgan Stanley. Outside of advising, she co-owns rental property with her spouse. She is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services, employing both manager-traded and model-traded strategies along with internal research and tools, including artificial intelligence.

Edmardo Tomei III is a CFP® certified financial advisor with over 25 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and has previously worked at Next Financial Group Inc. Tomei is also the owner and senior wealth manager of PWA Financial, where he has provided financial planning and retirement plan services since 2003. Additionally, he works as an insurance agent selling life, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, ERISA retirement services, and access to third-party money managers.

Allyssa Clayworth is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years at the firm. She has previously worked at California State University, Sacramento, and San Joaquin Delta College. Clayworth’s background also includes roles at Woodbridge Golf & Country Club and Sycamore Lane Kennels. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Erik Feest is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner at Lakeside Equestrian Center, LLC, an agricultural and recreational business in Loomis, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Matthew Baumann is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently advising at Fisher Investments since 2016. He previously worked at Creative Planning for one year. Baumann is a passive owner of a salon business and co-owns a vending machine operation in the Greater Portland Area. Fisher Investments serves a global client base that includes institutional and high-net-worth private clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm utilizes a centralized Investment Policy Committee to construct diversified portfolios, employing tax-aware strategies and risk management techniques.

Hillary Rupert is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, she worked at TRC (GNA) and Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), among other roles. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, managed solutions, and affiliated investment products. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and maintains a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.