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, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Investment Management and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company for 22 years. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management programs, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

Victor Galvez is an International Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in serving ultra high net worth clients, providing personalized wealth management and investment planning services with a focus on international wealth management, family wealth strategies, and retirement planning. Victor holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of San Diego and holds professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His expertise encompasses areas such as philanthropic planning, socially responsible and values-based investing, and tax minimization. He is active in the industry through roles such as Chair of the International Wealth Advisor Advisory Council To Management in 2022, and participation in the Hispanic Latino Advisory Council and Hispanic Latino Business Council in San Diego. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Victor enjoys antiquing, biking, boating, golfing, hiking, running, scuba diving, skiing, yoga, and spending time with his family.

Gregg Patenaude is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2008, following a year at Edward Jones. 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 portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by various operational and research tools for its network of over 22,800 advisors.

Madeleine Ennis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held various roles including positions at Villanova University and Merion Mercy Academy. 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 to create model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Ahmed Elkaray is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on providing personalized financial advice and guidance designed to help clients achieve their financial goals. Ahmed assists individuals and families in areas such as retirement planning, wealth growth, education planning, and navigating significant financial decisions. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation, the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) certification, and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Ahmed earned a Bachelor's Degree from Cairo University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Lincoln University. He is fluent in both English and Arabic. Outside of his professional work, Ahmed enjoys golfing, hiking, reading, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family.

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 experience in the financial industry. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC and Citigroup Global Markets. He also operates a wealth management business affiliated with his LPL practice in La Mesa, CA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

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 at Merrill Private Wealth Management. She provides service to individuals, families, businesses, and philanthropies, creating customized financial plans that align with each client's unique needs and working collaboratively with their advisors and a team of specialists. Laura focuses on offering advice and guidance on investment opportunities, tax minimization, estate planning strategies, and financial planning aimed at pursuing clients' goals. Laura has been in the investment industry since 2007, starting her career at Citigroup Smith Barney before joining Merrill in 2011. She oversees portfolio development, asset allocation, trading, and investment rebalancing and manages private investment exposure including equity, debt, and real estate. She evaluates alternative strategies for shareholders with single stock concentrations, focusing on protection, diversification, and liquidity. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, portfolio management services, socially responsible investing, women and wealth, and personal retirement planning. Laura holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business and a minor in East Asian Languages & Cultures from the University of Southern California. Through USC's International Exchange Program, she studied at National Taiwan University in Taipei, Taiwan. She is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Laura is multilingual, speaking English, Chinese, and Arabic. Outside of work, she enjoys antiquing, boxing, football, horseback riding, reading, running, spending time with her family, swimming, traveling, and yoga. She also has been involved with Sister Cities International and various USC Alumni Associations, including serving on boards and as an officer.

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.

Jose Trevino is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Trevino has been with Edward Jones since 1992. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

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.

Lance Pelky is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked with firms such as VOYA Financial Advisors and America's Tax Solutions and has operated his own business, Lance Pelky & Associates, since 1998. Outside of finance, he owns Fine Wine Purveyors, a business unrelated to investment activities. 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 model portfolios, third-party management, and customized strategies, supported by technology tools, while overseeing over $819 billion in discretionary assets and a network of more than 22,800 advisors.

Gabriel Ruz is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2019, he worked at Tesla Inc and Solar City. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing a rental property in Chula Vista, California. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Christopher Ouimet is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with various Cetera entities since 2019 and was previously associated with Foresters Financial Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform with diverse investment program options.