Maria Potter is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2014. Potter holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary portfolios and offers a centralized structure supporting a large client base.

Jackson Roberts is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Equitable Financial Life Insurance and Equitable Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with JDR Group Holdings, LLC, a family-owned holding company. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory program focuses on non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice and manager searches, supported by a centralized due diligence process and a range of investment options that may include ESG considerations.

Besart Morina is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Larkspur, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Unionbanc Investment Services, Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Investments, LLC, and Chase Investment Services Corp. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions, offering a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions that include model portfolios and third-party asset management.

Nicholas Spangler is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he partners with clients to develop personalized financial plans that reflect their unique values and vision for the future. He focuses on understanding clients' lifestyle and retirement goals to create strategies tailored to their individual priorities. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Nicholas worked as a Financial Planner at Marina Capital from 2018 to 2021 and at Securities America Advisors from 2014 to 2018. He began his career as a Financial Advisor at MassMutual, where he worked from 2011 to 2014. Nicholas holds a California Insurance License.

Xiao Meng Qi is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Her approach to financial advising integrates asset allocation from a top-down perspective and meticulous selection of stocks and bonds from the bottom up. She emphasizes sector rotation to rebalance portfolios in alignment with clients’ goals and expectations. Ms. Qi holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and an educational background that includes a Master’s Degree from Claremont Graduate School, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of California, and a Bachelor’s Degree from Fudan University in Shanghai, China. She values a personalized, one-on-one approach to developing financial strategies tailored to help clients pursue their long-term goals. In addition to her professional work, Ms. Qi participates actively in community volunteer organizations. Her personal interests include cooking, gardening, hiking, music, photography, and traveling.

Mario Diaz is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various roles including at R&R Craftails Inc and Oakland Pro Soccer LLC. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, oversight of sub-advisers, and its formal advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Blake Winters is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Oakland, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., Financial Dimensions Group, Inc., Janney Montgomery Scott, and The Vanguard Group. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where Winters is affiliated, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across a wide investable universe of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Patricia Mitchell is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oakland, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. 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, including tailored financial planning using structured processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services both directly and through corporate agreements.

Anthony Martino is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in San Rafael, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at firms including MML Investors Services, LLC, MassMutual Life Insurance Co, Lenox Advisors, and Rare Society. He also operates as an insurance broker for Lenox Advisors, specializing in life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves a diverse client base including charitable funds and registered investment companies, with a noted role in constructing model portfolios and employing systematic methodologies supported by AI and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Colin Wells is a financial advisor with Stifel in San Rafael, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2017, following prior roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, providing analyses and guidance to support client decision-making.

Patrick Bell is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 22 years of industry experience. He has held his current role since 2018 and previously worked at Klarity FX from 2014 to 2018. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and is based in San Rafael, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Paul D. Low is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 1988 and is based in the Oakland, CA office. Paul works closely with clients to develop and implement personalized, long-term wealth management strategies focused on areas such as college education planning, retirement income, family wealth management strategies, philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and special needs planning strategies. Paul holds several professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Certified Equity Professional (CEP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He graduated cum laude from Boston University in 1986. He assists clients in managing concentrated stock positions and important transition events like retirement, inheritance, or the sale of a business. Additionally, he provides access to Bank of America Private Bank for trust and estate planning services and coordinates with clients' attorneys, accountants, and advisors. He resides in Piedmont, CA with his wife Dana and two sons. Paul is active in the local community and volunteers with organizations including the Piedmont CA High School Sports Boosters. His personal interests include boating, camping, football, golfing, hiking, ice hockey, photography, skiing, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Aaron Cooperband is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee and board of a non-profit hospital foundation supporting a hospital in Guatemala. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm uses a model-based investment approach emphasizing asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a range of program options including Unified Managed Accounts and third-party manager access.

Shayan Shamsi is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and Northwestern Mutual. Shamsi is based in Oakland, CA. 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 uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios comprising mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

John Reuscher is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Novato, CA, holding the ChFC® designation and over 46 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Reuscher Financial Group, Securities America Advisors, and Foothill Securities, Inc. Outside of advising, he is active in the local community as a Director of Administration for the Rotary Club of Novato and serves on the endowment committee for the Presbyterian Church of Novato. He is also involved in acting and producing for commercials, films, and web-based productions. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering a range of advisory and brokerage services. The firm’s investment process utilizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary strategies and third-party managers, with a platform characterized by its scale, affiliate network, and multiple custodial and lending programs.

Braden Watson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles including multiple positions at Pace University and six years with the Berkeley Unified School District. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, leveraging a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, AI-driven research, and its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Edgar De Luna is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Novato, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at BMO Harris Bank, Wells Fargo Bank and Clearing, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with De Luna Orchards, an almond orchard in Orland, 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a broad network of over 22,800 advisors and extensive operational technology.

Keith Loegering is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets, Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Investments. Outside of advising, he has worked as a rideshare driver and is involved in land development activities. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm’s investment approach is largely model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers additional services such as financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Paul Bailin is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients to develop and implement financial plans tailored to their unique goals, leveraging Fidelity's resources to evaluate investment risks and tax-efficient investing considerations. Paul has extensive experience in financial services, having held multiple positions at TIAA from 2010 to 2023, including Senior Director of Institutional Lifetime Income Distribution and Director of TIAA Global Asset Management. Prior to that, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Bank of America and UBS Financial Services. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of work, Paul enjoys concerts, music, scuba diving, swimming, tennis, and traveling.

Benjamin Hanley is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oakland, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a rental property in Napa, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and scenario modeling in its financial planning process.