Manuel Vega is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Claremont, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Stark Wealth Management, LPL Financial, and Western International Securities, among other firms. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of financial planning and investment management services, employing a range of portfolio strategies and leveraging research and operational tools.

Michael Zeller is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Corona, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1983 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. He is a co-founder of the Chad Zeller Memorial Fund, Inc. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and limited separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients primarily via a tiered wrap-fee structure. The firm selects and oversees third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Ira Dugang is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Montclair, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to his time in financial services, he worked in healthcare roles including at Kaiser Permanente and Alhambra Hospital Medical Center. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-driven investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and custodial services, operating at scale with approximately $15.5 billion in assets under management.

Christian Hernandez Jacobo is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2026, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. from 2020 to 2026. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Ted Ostrowski is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a team of financial professionals in providing comprehensive wealth planning and investment strategies tailored to clients' financial goals and needs. He is committed to delivering a great wealth planning experience for every client. Ted has extensive experience at Fidelity Investments, having progressed through various roles since 2012. His positions include Assistant Branch Manager from 2019 to 2020, Financial Consultant from 2015 to 2019, Investment Consultant from 2013 to 2015, and Financial Representative from 2012 to 2013. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ted has personal interests that include baseball, fishing, football, golf, hiking, and parenthood.

Esteban Muniz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America N.A. Muniz also has experience at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities in earlier roles. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm delivers its program on a non-discretionary basis, combining institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Kelli Putnam is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank, First Republic Investment Management, and First Republic Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Rita Pichardo is a financial advisor at Merrill with 8 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2007. Merrill, alongside its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Wesley Watanabe is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nine years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Wells Fargo, J.P. Morgan, and positions within the University of Redlands and University of California. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm’s approach combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios and discretionary management with oversight controls.

Peter Falcone is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at INVEST Financial Corp, Transamerica Financial Advisors, and FSC Securities Corporation. Additionally, he is an insurance agent with Life Brokerage Financial Group. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a variety of investment strategies and operational tools.

Robert Banis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ontario, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Citizens Business Bank, First American Trust, and Fidelity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Shao Ying Wang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2023, Wang held positions at Yulu Trading Inc, Shing Tech Electronics Co. Ltd, and Seville Classics Inc. Wang also worked at the University of the West from 2016 to 2019. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base mainly consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and uses multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Edson Arroyo is a financial advisor with Merrill in La Verne, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 11 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Unionbanc Investment Services, MUFG Union Bank, and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a consultant and independent contractor managing the accounting and bookkeeping functions for a small landscape design company. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Alfred De La O is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Corona, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has worked with PFS Investments Inc. since 2008 and Primerica Financial Services since 2007. Outside of advisory duties, he is involved in sales of loan products and home security services through affiliated companies and operates De La O Associates, Inc. for Primerica business purposes. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, which provides model-delivery strategies and limited discretionary separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses third-party asset managers and emphasizes a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Joseph Berg is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Independent Financial Group, LLC and Capstone Consulting Group. Berg also has experience running Berg Tax Service and has been involved with the Apple Valley Unified School District for seven years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Carlos Rojas Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm integrates large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Hank Yu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 1999 and with Charles Schwab Bank since 2005. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and research-driven alternative investment options within an integrated operational structure.

Jarret Rodriguez Conklin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Dimas, CA, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has 21 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Advisors, Wells Fargo Clearing, Banc of America Investment Services, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory duties, he is involved with Homestead Wealth Management and also works as a non-variable insurance agent. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, utilizing a variety of investment strategies supported by proprietary research and technology.

Brent Thomas is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Claremont, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009 and also owns Thomas Investment Group, which operates a rental real estate business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary investment consulting and supports municipal and public finance work through its unique affiliations.

Thomas Kirkpatrick is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management in Ontario, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning without discretionary trading authority and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”