Atop Inthamala is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2022, following five years at UBS Financial Services Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process utilizing firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Ka Man Au is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2016. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Lauren Gray is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She provides goals-based wealth management services to affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners. Alongside a team of specialists, she offers advice and guidance based on clients' goals and priorities, focusing on the investor at the center of financial strategies. Her expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Lauren utilizes a comprehensive approach that begins with defining and prioritizing financial goals across health, home, family, leisure, giving, work, and finance. Lauren holds a Bachelor's Degree from San Jose State University and has earned professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). She is a member of professional organizations such as CREWSV and NAWBO, and participates in community involvement with the Silicon Valley Humane Society and Soroptimist International of Santa Clara Silicon Valley. Outside of her professional work, Lauren enjoys biking, scuba diving, spending time with her family, traveling, and practicing yoga.

Hugh Wong is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at WealthSetter and South Bay Advisors, LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach integrates quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Nick Simon is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. In this capacity, he serves as an advocate for clients to ensure their financial plans are personalized to support their individual goals. Prior to his current position, Nick worked as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024, and briefly as a Relationship Manager at the same firm in 2022. He also has experience as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2021 to 2022 and as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. Nick holds a California Insurance License.

Keng Sheng Wen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Joseph Nguyen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Campbell, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Fidelity Investments, Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE Capital Management, and Merrill. Outside of finance, he was involved with Twilite Productions from 2010 to 2018. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm operates at scale with over 14,000 advisors and $671 billion in assets under management, providing both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Alexander Carter is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2011, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant. In his current role, he partners with families to collaborate on all areas of financial decision-making, focusing on developing sound investment strategies and comprehensive financial planning. Throughout his career at Fidelity Investments, Alexander has built experience in investment consulting and financial advising. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in financial services. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Alexander's personal interests include golf, snowboarding, and swimming.

Frank Gomez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Citigroup, Bank of America, and Merrill. Outside his advisory roles, he operated a small business called Frank's Corner Store from 2022 to 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, delivering asset-allocation advice, investment manager search, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative modeling with centralized due diligence and integrates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Michelle Hu is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2002, including roles at First Allied Securities and First Allied Advisory Services. Hu volunteers with the Shin Shin Educational Foundation and serves as trustee of the Hu Family Trust. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting over 10,000 advisors and managing more than $256 billion in assets.

Kevin Ho is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Rodger Hobbs is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at OSAIC since 2023. He previously worked for Royal Alliance from 2012 to 2023. Outside his advisory role, Hobbs operates a sole proprietorship, Von Baron Wealth Management, offering life and health insurance, and principals a tax preparation and planning service under Baron Tax Services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional clients, providing brokerage, advisory, and financial planning services. The firm employs a variety of asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across multiple investment types either discretionary or non-discretionary.

Andrew Chang is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, California, where he has worked since 2015. He has 13 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a real estate property ownership activity. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through various channels, including direct individual plans and corporate financial planning agreements.

David Foreman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as an elder at Cedar Grove Community Church. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning using structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Scott Hamaguchi is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2012 and also works with Addison Avenue Investment Services in a sales support role. He is based in San Jose, CA. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs risk profiling and analytical tools to tailor non-discretionary planning and promotes client implementation through its advisory programs or other providers.

Courtney John is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, Courtney partners with advisors to provide detailed and comprehensive service and planning support tailored to high-net-worth clients. Courtney collaborates closely with clients to understand their unique financial goals and to develop personalized strategies that align with their priorities. Courtney's experience at Fidelity Investments includes roles as an Investment Consultant from 2023 to 2025, a Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2023, and a Financial Representative from 2021 to 2022. Courtney holds a California Insurance License. Outside of professional responsibilities, Courtney's personal interests include gardening, golf, painting, skiing, and surfing.

Robert Diaz is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously held roles at RDSquared, various insurance carriers with W&R Insurance Agencies, Waddell & Reed Inc, and Asset Conversion Corp. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies alongside affiliated mutual funds and other services.

Alfred Pasaoa is a CFP® and ChFC® with 20 years of industry experience, currently working at Wells Fargo Advisors. He has held various roles within Wells Fargo since 2013. Outside of advisory work, he owns and manages an investment-related business through Freddie Mac Investments LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services using proprietary research and tools, with a focus on tailored recommendations and optional implementation through brokerage or advisory programs.

Phu Nguyen is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and bringing 19 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Jones Lang LaSalle and running The Maintenance Concierge Inc. for nine years. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage funds and model portfolios, employing systematic methodologies and oversight in its investment processes.

Kathryn Lindfelt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Jose, CA, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has been associated with LPL Financial and its affiliated entities since 2007, including a decade at Sequoia Wealth Advisors & Investment Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, combining extensive advisory services with a broad range of financial products and innovative operational tools.