Carlos Bernabe is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including LPL Financial LLC and Orange County’s Credit Union. Outside of his advisory role, he has worked as a caregiver providing support to family members. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to a broad spectrum of clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios consisting of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves as a commodity pool operator and provides advisory services to registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

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 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates since 2024. She previously worked at Partners Federal Credit Union and LPL Financial LLC from 2007 to 2024. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages a small rental real estate business. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

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 six years of industry experience. Xu has worked with several firms, including J.P. Morgan Securities and Wells Fargo, before joining Cetera. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser with a large nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Eric Esparza is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has been in the industry since 2026, previously working at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. His background includes roles outside finance, such as positions at the Riverside County District Attorney's Office and Petco Health and Wellness. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for a variety of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers.

Margaret Sturdy is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 39 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with LPL Financial (formerly LINSCO/Private Ledger) since 2001. Outside of her advisory work, she occasionally sells health insurance. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Moises Macias Jr. is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, J.P. Morgan Securities, and HomeStreet Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is also a baseball coach for Ayala High School in the Chino Valley Unified School District. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

John Wende is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Orange, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC from 2023 to 2025 and has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of finance, he works as a Gameday Compliance Monitor for Major League Baseball, overseeing adherence to league rules during games. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, offering discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment products.

Laura Schroeder is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, working in Yorba Linda, CA. She has 18 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of investment strategies, including discretionary wrap fee solutions and separately managed accounts. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Kevin Cheng is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Chino Hills, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Nicholas Adelizi is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Santa Ana, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a family trust. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients who meet certain net-worth thresholds, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools.

Stephen Pincin is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates Legacy Wealth Management, LLC and SMP Group, Inc., the latter involved in building, selling, and managing his personal real estate holdings. 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 emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting, using analytical tools to support client goals, and maintains specialized services in municipal finance and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Derek Mclean is a financial advisor at Cetera with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Cetera and its affiliates since 2020, with previous experience at First Allied Securities and First Allied Advisory Services dating back to 2008. Outside of his advisory role, Mclean is also involved with Orange Capital Management Inc. as an investment adviser representative. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

David Jakl is a financial advisor with Osaic holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services and maintains roles as a swim team head coach for the Manta Rays Parent Association and as a tax preparer through his own business, J&C Financial Services. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors through a wide network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, offering a range of investment options and third-party solutions, with portfolios constructed using proprietary asset-allocation tools and risk-assessment methods.

Nicole Slapak is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley from 2015 to 2021 before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank in 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm uses quantitative asset-allocation modeling combined with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Gerald Hughes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 45 years of industry experience. His prior firms include UBS Financial Services, Crowell, Weedon & Co., and D.A. Davidson & Co., with tenure at LPL Financial since 2015. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational tools and a broad suite of financial products.

Tayra Martinez is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over nine years of experience in the finance industry. She is part of a team that collectively brings over 100 years of financial expertise. Prior to her current role, Tayra was a small business owner, a background that provides her with insights into the financial challenges faced by individuals and families. She focuses on areas including family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Tayra holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. She earned a High School Diploma from Rancho Santa Rosa High School and completed an Accredited Certificate Program at the College for Financial Planning. Fluent in both Spanish and English, she is involved in professional organizations such as the Hispanic/Latino Organization for Leadership and Advancement and the Inland Empire Economic Partnership Regional Leadership Academy. In her personal life, Tayra is a mother of two and is married. She has interests that include baseball, cooking, dancing, golfing, interior decorating, music, pickleball, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Randolph Schroeder is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Anaheim Hills, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 22 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices, offering various advisory programs and affiliated investment products under a fiduciary standard.

Jeff Gonzales is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various affiliates of Edelman Financial Engines since 2015. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm combines proprietary modeling with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified portfolios and both discretionary and non-discretionary advice.