Hector Rodarte is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he engages with individuals and families to assist them in achieving their personal and financial goals. His approach centers on comprehensive planning to understand clients’ values and help them progress towards their desired outcomes. Hector utilizes Fidelity's resources and investment strategies to support his client-focused services. His professional experience spans multiple roles within Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative from 2021 to the present. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Planning Services Associate at Northwestern Mutual from 2020 to 2021. Hector holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Hector's interests include family activities, fishing, fitness, outdoor adventures, soccer, and traveling.

Justin Qvistgaard is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, HI Financial, and other firms. His background also includes roles outside finance, such as positions at Boise State University and Davis Senior High School. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Jacob Bless is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Reno, NV, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at U.S. Bancorp Investments and U.S. Bank. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019 and Wells Fargo Bank since 2018. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Soraya Rodriguez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2001 and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following five years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Joseph Walters is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 24 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with Raymond James Financial and has worked at Legacy Wealth Management since 2017. Prior to that, he was with Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Walters is a minority owner and occasional consultant for Next Legacy, a business outside the investment field. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, emphasizing tailored strategies developed through detailed client interviews and risk assessments.

Bernardete Nunes is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2009 to 2023. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to generate personalized recommendation reports. The firm delivers these services through a centralized consulting team and provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Donna Goode is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sacramento, CA, where she has worked since 2009. She has 18 years of industry experience. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

James Monroe is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 42 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. Outside of his advisory role, Monroe owns a rental property in Placerville, California. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory options. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jason McClellan is an Investment Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. In his role, he collaborates with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their specific needs, aiming to help them achieve their most important goals. Jason has accumulated experience in the financial industry through various positions at Franklin Templeton Investments from 2018 to 2024, including roles as Internal Advisor Consultant, Internal Sales Representative, Senior Client Representative, and Client Representative. He holds a California Insurance License.

Clay Evans is a financial advisor at Stifel with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2009. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Carolyn Mowlds is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 47 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including her current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. 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 with a focus on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Russell Towne is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Roseville, CA, holding a Series 63 designation with 38 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2011. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, with access to model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Jon Champney is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including Edward Jones, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, Wells Fargo, and Brizzi Financial. Champney is based in Sacramento, CA. 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 combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Andrew Scarry is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in El Dorado Hills, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA, where he has been employed since 1999. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menus.

Julia Toone is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and nine years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, JPMorgan Securities LLC, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. She is also a notary for Safe Credit Union in North Highlands, CA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by model portfolios and research.

George Salidas is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2008. His roles have included positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and models.

Megan Clauzel is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Northwestern Mutual and Troon Golf. Clauzel is employed by both J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Bank, enabling her to offer a range of bank products and services alongside her advisory role. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using quantitative asset-allocation modeling and a centralized due diligence process. The firm offers non-discretionary advice with a focus on ESG eligibility and access to a broad array of products through its unique registrations and affiliations.

Christopher Mc Leod is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at State Street Corporation for nine years and has been associated with Mariner Independent Advisor Network, LLC and The Financial Services Network. Mc Leod is involved in providing administrative support to Mariner Independent Advisor Network, an independent investment advisor firm. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Andrea Orlando Skewis is a Wealth Management Advisor with The Carter Forward Skewis Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined the group in 2016 and works closely with clients to develop comprehensive financial strategies encompassing investments, banking, lending, and insurance services. Andrea has over 23 years of experience with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, including more than a decade in leadership roles. She began her career in December 2001 as an intern in the Chico, California office and progressed through various positions, including Registered Client Associate, Client Relationship Manager for the Sacramento Market, and Administrative Manager. Her expertise covers areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and managing new wealth. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a finance emphasis from Chico State University. Andrea holds several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

Peter Scheid is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 38 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and market outlook models.