Jacob Stevens is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Insight and has a diverse background including roles at the Green Valley Fire Department and Arizona Christian University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Ephraim Bautista is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked in retail positions at The Gap / Old Navy and Gamestop / EB Games. Merrill 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 accounts.

Aaron Fraser is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, bringing 13 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at E*TRADE Securities, Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and offers a wide range of retail and institutional investment services.

Michael Perhach is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 2 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2011, totaling 15 years at the firm in various roles. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Harrison Bunim is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2018, including time at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Prior to his financial career, he held positions at Young's Bicycle Shop and was involved with the Desert Cats Lacrosse Program and Young Sports Ltd. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process relies on structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, offering a broad array of investment and financial services.

Jason Freiwald is a CFP® with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc., FFS Legacy, Inc., and Waddell & Reed, Inc., with additional experience in insurance agencies. He is also president of FFS Legacy Inc., a non-investment-related business. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions. It provides a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to develop personalized recommendations.

Todd Hansen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Raymond James & Associates, Inc. for eight years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2023. Hansen has a side business involving loans secured by real estate he previously owned. 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 includes a range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Jeffrey Stein is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Clearwater Analytics, Reputation.com, and Financial Engines. 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, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and custodial relationships.

Paulo De Souza is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, serving in various roles including Investment Consultant, Retirement Solutions Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, Premium Relationship Associate, and Financial Representative. Throughout his career, Paulo has focused on understanding clients' financial and retirement goals and establishing relationships based on comfort and trust. He emphasizes clear communication and simplifies complex aspects of financial planning to create clear and easy-to-follow plans. Paulo holds a California Insurance License. Outside of work, he has interests in movies, soccer, table tennis, theater, and traveling.

Catherine Estrada is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 17 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment options.

Deana Peters is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, with 20 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Edward Jones since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, her husband is involved in several real estate-related activities through various LLCs. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment options. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large national network of financial advisors and branches.

Michael Mc Donald is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at several firms including Terra Wealth Management, OASIS Advisors, and BOSS Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages a furniture and décor rental business in Tempe, Arizona. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Cristobal Rodriguez is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2004. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Jeremy Tapia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2022. Prior to that, he spent six years with The Vanguard Group and operated as a self-employed advisor for several years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Stacey Dunn Padilla is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2014 and concurrently with Bank of America since 2015. Merrill, along 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Blake Lesueur is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Casey LeSueur Getz CPAs PLLC and Ernst & Young LLP. Outside of advising, he owns and operates BNL Tax & Advisory PLLC, a tax preparation business. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm utilizes a collaborative approach with centralized research and algorithmic tools to deliver customized retirement recommendations.

Amy Andrews is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management in Chandler, AZ, with 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent and its affiliated firm since 2016. Outside of her financial advisory work, she teaches yoga classes to beginners and advanced beginners at EOS Fitness. 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 and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while keeping services distinct.

Tracy Hamilton is a Wealth Management Advisor and managing partner of the Gunter Hamilton DeCaro Wealth Management Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 1997, she has held various roles including Trust Administrator for Merrill Trust Company, where she provided fiduciary services to more than 100 trust clients. Currently based in Gilbert, Arizona, Tracy and her team serve clients across the greater Phoenix area and nationwide, focusing on multi-generational families, medical and legal professionals, business owners, contractors, tech professionals, as well as retirees and pre-retirees. Her areas of expertise encompass family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income strategies, portfolio management, socially responsible investing, and personalized education funding strategies. Tracy works closely with clients to address a broad range of financial needs such as risk management, insurance planning, retirement plan adoption, and corporate benefits consultation. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Outside of her professional role, Tracy spends time with her husband, Scott, their three children, and grandchildren. She maintains an active lifestyle through Hot Yoga and pursues crafts including soap and candle making. Tracy follows professional football, supporting the Arizona Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers.

Amy Brough is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Queen Creek, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-author of children's books. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Kelly Hammer is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at United Planners Financial Services, SAGEPOINT FINANCIAL, and Lifetime Investments, LLC, among others. Kelly has also been involved with Barking Dog Creative Adventures. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients, offering advisory and brokerage services supported by proprietary research, model portfolios, and third-party management programs.