Neal Eckerlin is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he spent 12 years with Young Life. 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 and offers a broad range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, affiliated mutual funds, and tax-efficient investment solutions.

Marcia Herrera is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2014, currently serving at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and JPMorgan Securities LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as 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, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Adam Marcus is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sherman Oaks, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including customized financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and market-based modeling techniques as part of its advisory process.

Juan Escobar Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, including a role at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2020. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as 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 combines large institutional advisory operations with multiple market-facing registrations and functions, delivering advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Jeremiah Bauman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2007 and previously spent five years at Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, Bauman is involved in selling life and fixed annuities through Bauman Financial Services. 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 and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Ronald Scott is a financial advisor affiliated with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 57 years of industry experience, including 39 years at Merrill and 9 years at LPL Financial. He also operates Bauman Scott Financial Services, an entity related to his LPL business. 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 utilizing various investment strategies and supports over 22,800 advisors managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Ruzanna Sargsyan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Glendale, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Pacific Premier Bank, and Unibak Armenia. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Cynthia Sherman is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo in various roles since 2005. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as the trustee of her deceased mother's trust. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Ali Navid is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo and Unionbanc Investment Services. Outside of his advisory work, he maintains ownership of a rental property in Thousand Oaks, CA. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing planning advice focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Kimberly Ary is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and entrepreneurial activities with Personal Pathways LLC dba Apex Fun Run and EZ-NetTools. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment offerings.

Harutune Hamassian is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked with MML Investors Services, Inc. and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2001. In addition to his advisory role, he is a Certified Public Accountant providing tax preparation services since 1980. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative financial planning using firm-approved analytical tools and provides a range of event-driven planning programs.

Diego Gonzalez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Citigroup. 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.

Raffi Hamassian is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at MML Investors Services LLC since 2024 and is also associated with Harutune Hamassian CPA APC, a CPA accounting firm providing tax preparation and bookkeeping services. Mass Mutual Investors Services, a subsidiary of MassMutual, serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers by offering financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars. The firm emphasizes collaborative, goal-oriented financial planning using firm-approved analytical tools and offers event-driven planning services such as divorce and estate settlement planning.

Jesus Barboza Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill from 2014 to 2022. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broader investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Melisa Bahmanyar is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. from 2013 to 2024. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. 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.

Anthony Centineo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services, New York Life Insurance Company, Axa Advisors, and various J.P. Morgan entities. Outside of finance, he was involved with Central Hospitality from 2018 to 2020. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Christopher Brown is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, UnitedMasters Inc, Snap Inc, and Western Governors University among others. Brown's background spans diverse industries including technology and education. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by offering managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm emphasizes tax-focused investment capabilities and leverages a platform integrated with Bank of America affiliates.

Angela Bagwell is a Wealth Management Senior Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments, serving as the primary point of contact for Private Wealth Management investors and their families. In this role, she focuses on forming strong relationships and providing personalized service to build and maintain client trust. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2006, holding various positions including Wealth Management Planning Consultant, Branch Service Manager, and Relationship Manager. Prior to Fidelity, Angela worked as an Associate at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in 2006. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Angela's interests include family activities, parenthood, pets, and traveling.

Lusine Gabrielyan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and BMO Harris Bank. Gabrielyan is a co-owner of Brightside Home Health Care, a home health care business based in Northridge, CA. 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 and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Christopher Ellis is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Burbank, CA. His work history includes roles at Wedbush Securities, CUSO Financial Services, and Independent Financial Group. 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, supporting strategies from discretionary management to direct indexing.