William Pyott is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Trabuco Canyon, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 26 years of industry experience. He has been associated with New York Life Insurance Company since 2000 and joined Eagle Strategies in 2025, with recent experience at Skylight Financial & Insurance Solutions. In addition to advisory work, he is involved in individual and group health insurance activities outside of New York Life. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base including individuals and institutions, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services primarily on a non-discretionary basis. The firm operates within the New York Life affiliate structure, providing tailored advice across multiple program types and emphasizing fiduciary responsibilities in retirement-related services.

Hussein Essayli is a CFP® professional with nine years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Schwab Wealth Advisory and Charles Schwab, having previously worked at Bridgepoint Strategic Partners LLC, Advisor Referral Boost LLC, and PFS Investments Inc. His background includes roles across wealth advisory and banking within the Schwab organization. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm utilizes Schwab's proprietary asset allocation models and research tools to deliver annual financial reviews and investment recommendations, while clients retain final trading decisions.

Simon Syer is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Irvine, CA, holding ChFC®, Series 63, and Series 66 designations and bringing 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining HSBC in 2024, he worked at MassMutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company for nine years. He also serves as a Bank Officer for HSBC Bank (USA) N.A., engaging in the sale of bank-related products alongside his advisory role. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. provides managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations, offering both client-directed and fully discretionary investment solutions. The firm combines strategic and tactical asset allocation with ongoing fund due diligence and monitoring, serving clients through dedicated Investment Adviser Representatives.

Cheryl Donnelly is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, bringing 23 years of industry experience. She has worked at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance Company since 2024, and has been with Primerica Advisors and Guardian Life Insurance Co since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she conducts financial education workshops. Park Avenue Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services, utilizing proprietary and third-party investment strategies across various account types.

Arin Torabian is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Transamerica Financial Advisors since 2012, along with business management and health insurance sectors. He also provides in-home healthcare services through IHSS, where he cares for his father. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base with both advisory and broker-dealer services, offering proprietary and third-party investment models, discretionary and non-discretionary programs, and supports retirement and recordkeeping services alongside a range of financial products.

Maureen Ault is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience. She has worked at SPC since 2017 and previously spent 14 years at National Planning Corporation. Outside of advising, she is a notary and prepares tax returns seasonally. SPC serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, managing approximately $5.66 billion in assets. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and ERISA-related retirement services through a network of over 460 advisers.

Jeffery Clemons is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors based in Irvine, CA, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations and over 32 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance Company, Mutual of Omaha, and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. He is also involved in offering insurance products outside of those provided by Guardian and its subsidiaries. Primerica Advisors serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, charitable organizations, and corporate clients, providing both brokerage and advisory services along with financial and retirement-plan consulting. The firm utilizes a variety of proprietary and third-party investment strategies and supports multiple advisory programs and account-level services.

Christopher Austin is a CFA® charterholder with 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with RBC Rochdale, LLC and has held prior roles at CNR Securities, City National Rochdale, 20/20 Capital Management, and Ameritas Investment Corp. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole proprietor of a rental condominium. RBC Rochdale serves a diverse client base including high net worth individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm employs a multi-strategy investment process combining quantitative screening, fundamental analysis, and proprietary tools to provide portfolio management and sub-advisory services across various asset classes.

Lily Ou is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Transamerica since 2012 and has prior experience at Wfg and In Home Supportive Services. Outside of advising, she is involved in the sale of insurance products affiliated with Transamerica Financial Advisors. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a broad client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a model portfolio approach with third-party managers and platform sub-advisors to deliver investment advisory and retirement plan services.

Trent Huston is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC, holding the ChFC® and Series 66 designations and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has worked with AK Financial Group and LPL Financial prior to joining Private Advisor Group. Outside of his advisory roles, he operates OC Wealth Coach, a business focused on life, health, disability, long-term care insurance, and fixed annuities. Private Advisor Group manages over $41 billion across more than 135,000 client relationships, serving individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate and retirement plan clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing a range of strategies and third-party asset management programs.

Matthew Browne is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Costa Mesa, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Ameriprise Financial Services, LPL Financial, and Oppenheimer. Outside of advisory work, he has an ownership interest in Tanglewood Properties, a real estate business. Fifth Third Securities serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions through investment advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers multiple program types and third-party portfolio managers via its Passageway Managed Account platform and operates as a broker-dealer, SEC-registered investment adviser, and municipal advisor.

Cameron Woodbury is a financial advisor at Centaurus Financial, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held roles at ArchAngel Tax Planning, Glorietta Management Group, Inc., and ArchAngel Financial Services, Inc. Outside of advising, Woodbury is the owner of a tax preparation and planning business and serves as a controller for a management consulting firm. Centaurus Financial, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, families, small businesses, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning and portfolio management through its CLASSIC Plus platform, utilizing various analytical approaches and options for discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Seungjin Seok is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) in Anaheim, CA, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Eagle Strategies since 2023, and has prior experience with New York Life and Nylife Securities LLC dating back to 2012. Outside of his advisory work, Seok serves on the advisory board of the Korean American Special Education Center, which supports individuals with developmental disabilities. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers tailored solutions through multiple program types, emphasizing non-discretionary asset management and fiduciary responsibilities to retirement investors within an integrated New York Life affiliate structure.

Kai Sheng is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Irvine, CA, where he has worked for 10 years. He has 12 years of industry experience and also serves as a Bank Officer for HSBC Bank (USA) N.A., engaging in the sale of bank-related products and services alongside his role as a registered representative. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. provides managed account programs for individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations, offering a range of client-directed, discretionary, and wrap-style portfolio options. The firm’s investment approach uses multiple risk profiles and combines strategic and tactical asset allocation with ongoing fund due diligence and monitoring, serving a diverse client base through a combination of affiliated and third-party service providers.

Scott Warner is a financial advisor with AE Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at multiple firms, including Life Design Financial and Global Financial Private Capital, LLC. He is also involved in insurance sales and services through his ownership of Life Design Financial. AE Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a platform-centered approach with model portfolio solutions, discretionary asset management, financial planning, and plan services, supporting advisors with internal consulting and licensing programs.

Julia Robichaud is a financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at MFS Fund Distributors, MFS Investment Management, and Next Generation Children's Center. Robichaud is based in Irvine, CA. Schwab Wealth Advisory provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering annual financial reviews, retirement and planning discussions, and investment recommendations across a range of securities. The firm operates as an internal advisory unit within Charles Schwab and uses standard asset allocation models and Schwab research tools, with clients retaining final trading decisions.

Nicole Vong is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network in Costa Mesa, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Ameriprise and Sterling Wealth Partners. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,900 advisors and hundreds of thousands of clients. The firm offers a broad adviser-support platform with discretionary and nondiscretionary managed-account programs, access to third-party asset managers, retirement consulting, and custody services.

Chad Turner is a financial advisor at Centaurus Financial, Inc. with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has operated Chad R. Turner & Associates, Inc., an accounting practice, since 1983. In addition to his advisory work, Turner is involved in the sale and service of health and life insurance contracts and has a background as a real estate broker. Centaurus Financial, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, families, small businesses, corporations, trusts, and foundations. The firm provides financial planning, portfolio management through the CLASSIC Plus platform, retirement-plan consulting, and specialized advisory services.

Alfred Rivera is a financial advisor at Centaurus Financial, Inc. with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has been with Centaurus Financial since 2017, following a one-year tenure at S2K Financial, LLC. Centaurus Financial, Inc. offers advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, families, small businesses, corporations, trusts, and foundations. The firm provides financial planning, portfolio management through the CLASSIC Plus platform, retirement-plan consulting, and advisory management of annuity and variable life sub-accounts, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Rahul Karugapadam is a financial advisor with FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Ameriprise, Comerica Securities, Wells Fargo, and J.P. Morgan. He is also a part owner of his wife's hair salon. FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES serves individual and institutional clients through investment advisory and brokerage channels, offering multiple program types and third-party portfolio managers on its Passageway Managed Account platform. The firm operates as a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank and manages a broad range of investment solutions including mutual funds, ETFs, SMAs, and direct indexing.