Candice Gleeson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 31 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 1995 and holds a Series 63 designation. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services to provide a broad range of financial solutions.

Matthew Lucadano is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2014. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Arturo Martinez Vargas is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at CUSO Financial Services, TD Ameritrade, and Scottrade. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across a range of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm is known for its use of systematic methodologies, formal advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and development of model portfolios for Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Reid Stogner is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes a decade at BDT & Associates, Inc. Reid is also an independent insurance agent and owner of Equipoise Financial Services LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services. The firm offers a range of portfolio management approaches across multiple platform arrangements, combining proprietary models and access to unaffiliated strategists.

Timothy Cusick is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 44 years of industry experience, including roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016 and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He serves as an investment committee member for Rise Up Industries, contributing to investment policy discussions. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Mark Allen is a Planning Consultant within the Wealth Management Team at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He works closely with clients to develop financial strategies tailored to their individual situations, emphasizing trust and openness throughout the process. Prior to this, Mark served as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025 and began his career there as a Financial Representative in 2023. Mark holds a California Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial planning and client advisory services. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in cars, fitness, gardening, motorcycles, pets, and tennis.

Olivia Zuniga is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Jackson Hewitt and has been with Merrill since 2020. Olivia serves as secretary on the board of the Monte Vista High School PTSA. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

David Mcquade is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He worked for Northwestern Mutual Investment Management and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company from 1998 to 2020 before joining LPL Financial in 2020. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing various portfolio management approaches and research resources.

Victor Galvez is an International Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Victor is fluent in Spanish and English and holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of San Diego. With extensive experience working with ultra high net worth clients, Victor focuses on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and values-based investing including socially responsible and ESG investing. He emphasizes building strong relationships with clients through trust, transparency, and open communication to support their unique financial goals. Victor is involved in several advisory councils and business councils, including serving as 2022 Chair of the International Wealth Advisor (IWA) Advisory Council To Management (ACTM), participation in the Hispanic Latino Advisory Council (HLAC) at Merrill Lynch, and involvement with the Hispanic Latino Business Council (HLBC) in San Diego (BAC). His personal interests include antiquing, biking, boating, golfing, hiking, running, scuba diving, skiing, spending time with his family, and yoga.

Gregg Patenaude is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Patenaude Wealth Management, a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, supported by model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven investment strategies.

Madeleine Ennis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held various roles including positions at Villanova University and Roland Park Country School. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Dustin Grimm is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2016. He has been with Fidelity for over a decade, working in various capacities including Financial Consultant, Investments Representative, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Personal Banker at Bank of America from 2006 to 2008. Dustin's experience spans wealth planning and working with clients and families in diverse financial situations. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting and planning. He is committed to helping clients pursue their financial goals through comprehensive wealth planning services.

Joseph Morse II is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2019. He previously spent a decade at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC. Morse operates Morse Wealth Management, LLC, an investment-related business based in La Mesa, CA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Eric Hutz is a Senior Financial Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He began his career in 1999 in retail banking, progressing through various frontline and leadership roles including Teller and Branch Manager. His extensive background encompasses loan origination, small business banking, and private client advisory, which provides him with a comprehensive perspective on both personal and business finances. Since becoming a Financial Advisor in 2014, Eric has served clients primarily in the South San Diego market before expanding his practice to support clients across California and nationally. He focuses on detailed financial planning and communication, taking time to understand each client's goals and building personalized financial strategies. His approach emphasizes collaboration and long-term planning. Eric holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of California, San Diego, and has earned several professional credentials including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), and Senior Portfolio Advisor in Merrill Lynch's Investment Advisory Program. He is involved with Make-A-Wish San Diego and resides in Chula Vista with his wife and two children. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Eric enjoys practicing yoga, exploring new dining options, traveling internationally, and spending time with his family.

James Nuzzi is a financial advisor with OSAIC in San Diego, CA, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and having 43 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 11 years. He also operates Nuzzi Financial Network, which provides insurance products including accident, health, disability, fixed annuities, and life insurance. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and multiple advisory platforms to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Natalia Ledesma Hodoyan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 credential. She joined Morgan Stanley in 2026 and has a diverse background including roles in higher education and brand-related positions. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning emphasizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools without specific security recommendations in standalone plans.

Laura Khorshid is a Private Wealth Manager with Merrill Private Wealth Management. She works with individuals, families, businesses, and philanthropies to provide tailored financial planning and advisory services. Laura collaborates closely with clients and their other advisors to develop customized plans and leverages a team of specialists to enhance the guidance she delivers. Her areas of focus include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, and tax minimization. Laura is committed to ongoing learning and regularly seeks client feedback to improve her practice, aiming to clarify investment opportunities and navigate changing market conditions while providing solutions aligned with clients' goals. Laura holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California and has earned professional designations as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is fluent in English, Chinese, and Arabic. Outside of her professional work, Laura enjoys antiquing, boxing, football, horseback riding, reading, running, spending time with family, swimming, traveling, and yoga. She is also involved with the Alternative Spring Break (ASB) Death Valley organization.

Jorge Llamas is an International Wealth Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 35 years of experience in helping clients preserve wealth through various market cycles. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, and portfolio management services. Jorge leverages his extensive knowledge in domestic and international fixed income and equity markets to diversify and allocate assets with the goal of maximizing returns while reducing risk. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Universidad del Valle de Mexico and the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Jorge is committed to building strong relationships with his clients, emphasizing a personalized approach to wealth management that adapts to changing market conditions. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he also engages with his community through volunteering, embodying the Merrill tradition of service. Outside of his professional pursuits, Jorge enjoys adventure sports, biking, boxing, camping, fishing, football, hiking, music, reading, and soccer. His approach combines accessibility, knowledge, and experience to assist clients in making important financial decisions.

Christopher Rhanor is a financial advisor with Cetera in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at multiple Cetera entities and First Allied, spanning over a decade. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary options.

Michele Colon is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2014. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor advice to clients' goals and risk tolerances.