Hongmin Lu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2010. His current roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Elizabeth Dong is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, California. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 12 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2013. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and manages a real estate business, DJH Realty LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm provides tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Melissa Drago is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including TD Ameritrade Investment Management, Scottrade, and Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, combining multi-asset model portfolios with centralized supervisory and custody arrangements.

Alina Lloyd is a Private Wealth Advisor and founder of the Lloyd Khatib Group within Merrill Private Wealth Management. She provides tailored advice, proactive outreach, and forward-thinking strategies to ultra-high-net-worth entrepreneurs, executives, and their family members. Throughout her career, Alina has focused on the distinctive needs and priorities of this dynamic clientele, helping them anticipate and navigate critical decision points in their financial lives and legacies. She has particular expertise in pre- and post-liquidity event planning, cash flow analysis, trust and estate planning services, and facilitating access to customized lending through Bank of America. Alina has worked in private banking and wealth management since 2003. Prior to joining Merrill, she held similar roles at Wells Fargo Private Bank and J.P. Morgan Private Bank, serving ultra-high-net-worth clients across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Houston. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Houston, graduating Summa Cum Laude, and an MBA with Honors from the University of California, Los Angeles. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Alina serves as Chair of the Board at StarVista, a Bay Area nonprofit providing community outreach and social services to children, young adults, and families, and she participates on its Executive and Fundraising Committees. She is also a co-founder of Women in Technology & Finance, a networking organization supporting Silicon Valley women in venture capital, finance, and technology. Alina resides in San Carlos with her husband and two daughters. Her personal interests include cooking, hiking, music, reading, tennis, watching movies, and yoga.

Susan Brauner is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 44 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors Inc and Securities America Inc, as well as operating The Brauner Company. Brauner is also involved as a co-trustee of The Brauner Company Profit Sharing Plan. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm utilizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization tools, supporting various investment programs delivered via affiliated broker-dealer and RIA relationships.

Kuanyee Lee is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she held positions in music education and youth orchestras. 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 services, offering both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts.

Juan Garcia is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013 and has been affiliated with JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA since 2008. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and offers specialized regulatory registrations and broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Steven Eggers is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2010 and 2015, respectively. Outside of advising, he owns and manages a rental property with his wife. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process that includes firm-approved tools and scenario modeling but typically does not offer individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Fadela Hamidat is currently a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2026. She brings a client-focused approach to her work, emphasizing understanding individual needs and providing thoughtful planning support to help clients realize their future visions. Her professional experience includes positions as an Investment Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2025 to 2026, Private Client Banker at JP Morgan Chase from 2021 to 2025, and Relationship Banker at JP Morgan Chase from 2019 to 2021. This background has equipped her with insights across various facets of financial planning and client relationship management. Fadela holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional interests, she enjoys activities such as hiking, traveling, and exploring culinary experiences.

Phillip Chatoff is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors based in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His professional background includes roles at Abusix, Inc. and Bigmachines alongside his long tenure with Primerica Financial Services and PFS Investments Inc. Outside of investment-related activities, he is involved with Blue Heron Senior Services, LLC and serves as a digital coach. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and provides a tiered wrap-fee structure, focusing on a range of investment approaches including Strategic, Tactical, Tax-Aware, and Income Distribution models.

Michael Do is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Bank of America and various positions outside the financial sector. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment approach that combines proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Shantell Bryant is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked in various capacities within Fidelity since 2016, including positions at Fidelity Brokerage Services, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and Strategic Advisers LLC. Prior to joining Fidelity, she was self-employed for twelve years. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios, managing investments through affiliated and unaffiliated sub-advisers while maintaining oversight and governance procedures.

Muhammad Haq is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2007. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Heath Hanich is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has built a practice focused on helping individuals, families, and businesses preserve, grow, and transition their wealth through personalized strategies aligned with their long-term goals. His advisory approach emphasizes trust, clarity, and tailored planning, guiding clients through various stages of life with confidence. With over two decades of experience in financial services, Heath began his career in 1999 as a part-time teller with Wells Fargo. While working full time, he earned an associate's degree from Bakersfield College followed by a Bachelor's Degree in Business Finance from Fresno Pacific University. He has held various leadership roles at Wells Fargo and also joined Wachovia, where he earned his FINRA registrations and supported clients across California. Approximately twelve years ago, Heath and his family relocated to Santa Cruz, where he achieved his goal of becoming a Financial Advisor and established a successful practice. Heath specializes in comprehensive wealth management, retirement planning, and investment strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Heath resides in Santa Cruz, California with his wife Heidi and their daughter. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he stays active in the local community and contributes through his involvement with the Rotary Club of Santa Clara.

Joshua Kuo is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities based in Santa Clara, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2012 and is the owner and operator of Shibui Vintage, LLC, a business involved in the collection, restoration, and trading of vintage timepieces. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and incorporating ESG criteria in its investment recommendations.

Eric Han is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Campbell, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2008. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm that serves individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service providing written Recommendation Reports and ongoing retirement-income planning with an emphasis on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Marci Rosenfeld is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Her career includes positions at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, First Republic Investment Management, Wells Fargo Clearing, Deutsche Bank Securities, and Credit Suisse Securities. She serves as Vice Chair of the Board and Investment Committee at the Contemporary Jewish Museum. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Elvira Vargas Candelario is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2023, following prior roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also incorporates algorithmic methods and AI in its investment process and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Melissa Archibeque is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2000. Outside her advisory role, she is associated with an entity named MS C A TRUST in a power of attorney capacity. 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.

Yunjia Jiang is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. Based in Menlo Park, CA, Jiang has been with Morgan Stanley since 2022. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.