Kenneth Seale is a financial advisor with Merrill in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 1999. 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 model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jin Shin is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. His career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Risk Placement Services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Mia Li is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on helping clients strive for their financial goals through a client-centered approach. Prior to her current role, Mia worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. She also has experience as a Financial Solutions Advisor and Banker at Bank of America between 2020 and 2022. Mia holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional career, Mia enjoys activities such as badminton, visiting museums, painting, snowboarding, and traveling.

Mark Maizel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2016 and briefly with AFS Securities LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing structured financial planning and a variety of investment solutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

C Davis III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and over 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a sole proprietor involved in property management in Menlo Park, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including financial and estate planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and models.

Ho Yin Chung is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013, including seven years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Outside of his advisory role, he is a sole proprietor involved in property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and utilizing firm-approved tools and models. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through various advisory and brokerage platforms.

Diego Salazar is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2019 and previously held roles at Meridian Pacific Sales, Sterling May Equipment Company, University of California Davis, Sears, and Los Angeles Valley College. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Addie Chan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Carlos, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. Chan serves on the investment committee for San Mateo College, providing oversight on endowment and non-endowment funds. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial product options than typical institutional advisers.

Alex Preisser is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Sunnyvale, CA, with two years of industry experience. He previously worked for the Department of the Air Force and Outdoor Rec Ramstein. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Carine Krikorian is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America and various Wells Fargo entities. 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.

Ivan Cen is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cetera and Cetera Investment Services since 2013 and has also worked at Cathay Bank since 2019. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of investment management and financial planning services, operating a multi-manager platform with over 10,000 advisors and $256 billion in assets under management.

Greg Koch is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2019 in leadership roles. He is responsible for providing leadership and personalized coaching to the associates at the Burlingame branch, focusing on building strong client relationships through trust and clear communication. His team offers comprehensive financial planning to help clients achieve their financial goals. Greg has held multiple positions at Fidelity Investments since 2011, including Branch Leader, Investment Solutions Manager, Managed Account Support Specialist, Client Services Manager, Operations Manager, Onboarding Manager, Senior Trading Help Desk, and Client Services Associate. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors from 2008 to 2011, a Senior Premier Banker at Wells Fargo from 2006 to 2008, and a Personal Banker at BBVA Compass Bank from 2003 to 2006. He holds a California Insurance License.

Michael Jamieson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in San Francisco, holding Series 63 and 65 licenses with 47 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1995. Outside of advisory work, he engages in occasional historical research and freelance writing on topics related to World War II and biographies of the "Greatest Generation." UBS Financial Services provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates proprietary research and institutional trading capabilities to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Thomas Griffin Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and comprehensive asset management.

Ella Zarren is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving since 2019. She works primarily with high net worth families in Silicon Valley, focusing on comprehensive family wealth planning to support financial independence. Ella is supported by a team of professionals to assist clients throughout their wealth planning journey. Her experience at Fidelity includes roles as a Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and currently as a Financial Consultant, reflecting a progression of responsibilities and expertise in financial advisory services. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional career, Ella has personal interests that include baseball, board games, family activities, singing, traveling, and yoga.

Joann Stewart is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 31 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm employs an IPS-driven process grounded in modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, beyond typical institutional offerings.

John Campbell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2017. Prior to that, he worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. from 2009 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that use structured discovery processes and approved planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Timothy Liu is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he partners with clients and their families to develop customized financial plans tailored to their unique situations, implementing strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals. He serves as a primary resource for comprehensive wealth management planning at Fidelity. Prior to joining Fidelity, Timothy worked as a Senior Private Client Advisor at Bank of the West from 2015 to 2022. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in providing financial advisory services. Outside of his professional work, Timothy has personal interests in boating, cars, fishing, and traveling.

Brian Vera Cruz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Heritage Bank of Commerce and First Republic Bank. Outside of his financial career, he is involved in photography as a proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large institutional firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and research to support its financial planning process.

Emily Sims is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She previously worked at Waddell and Reed and other firms before joining LPL Financial in 2021. Outside of her advisory work, she operates a freelance design business and owns an Etsy shop. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside proprietary and third-party research.