Peter Valvur is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes ten years at Wells Fargo Clearing and four years at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s offerings include investment policy statement preparation, performance reporting, participant education, and a distinctive inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options within its investment menus.

Brandon York is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 28 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank prior to joining RBC in 2018. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple wrap fee advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s Advisory Risk Profile.

Nikolai Papa is a financial advisor at Cetera with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, OSAIC, Minnesota Life, and Sgc Financial. In addition to his advisory work, he teaches a retirement planning class part-time at the City College of San Francisco Extension. 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 multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

Charlie Park is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2019 and was previously involved with C.H. Trading Co. DBA OK Beauty Supply for thirteen years. 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 approach is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Daniel Sanom is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 24 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Rudgear Estates Swim Team and acts as Treasurer for a local soccer club's daughters’ team in Walnut Creek, CA. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Raymond Adair Jr. is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Pleasant Hill, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 20 years of industry experience. Since 2012, he has been associated with both MML Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory role, he is also a magic and stage hypnosis performer. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools and collaborative annual planning relationships.

James Ingenluyff is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2017, including a prior role at Paradigm Management Services from 2011 to 2017. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Teresa Wong is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Antioch, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. Her career includes prior roles at Merrill and Citigroup-affiliated firms. 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 provides a range of financial planning and investment management services delivered through a large network of advisors who utilize model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Techen Hwang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013 and also has experience with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. dating back to 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Derek Cushman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Oppenheimer and Archer Huntley Financial Services Inc. He has also worked in financial aid and various other industries, including a five-year tenure at DoorDash. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, with a financial planning process that employs structured discovery and advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Taryn Horne is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Pouneh Lomboy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Concord, CA, with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2013. Lomboy has indirect involvement in two privately owned businesses related to real estate and fitness, both operated by her husband. 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 investment strategies for a range of client types including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Connor Merrigan is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and has prior experience at Summit Financial Group and Securian Financial Services Inc. Merrigan also worked at San Jose State University and Recreational Equipment Inc. early in his career. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using various analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

John Wackowski is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of advisory work, he co-owns a rental property in Lafayette, California. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory options. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Cody Rasmussen is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Jhfn Sii before joining OSAIC in 2018. Rasmussen serves as a Major in the United States Military Reserves, performing duties as an Operations Officer for an Emergency Operations Cell. He is also involved as a managing associate in a sole proprietorship insurance brokerage specializing in life, annuities, disability, and long-term care 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 integrates brokerage and advisory services with financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers, utilizing a variety of asset-allocation tools and investment options to construct portfolios tailored to client needs.

Timothy Argyres is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and has previously worked at First Republic Investment Management and Bank of America, among other firms. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a committee member for Wolfpack Basketball NorCal, a charitable organization focused on youth basketball, where he assists with financial oversight and budgeting. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Aura Scurtu is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. In her role, she focuses on understanding her clients' financial goals and developing comprehensive financial plans with strategies aimed at helping them achieve those objectives. Prior to her current position, she was a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill from 2018 to 2022. She holds a California Insurance License, which supports her work in providing financial and insurance solutions to her clients. Outside of her professional career, Aura has interests in art, family activities, fitness, hiking, music, and parenthood.

Ning Guo is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, leading The Kang Group, a Houston-based team focused on serving business owners, entrepreneurs, and families with wealth connected to operating businesses, liquidity events, and long-term planning. He specializes in business sales, tax-aware strategies, and coordination of trust and estate planning, particularly addressing the intersection of family, business, and cross-border considerations. Ning also provides culturally informed guidance to first-generation families managing significant wealth decisions. With over 15 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Ning brings a multifaceted perspective to complex financial planning. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the University of Houston-Victoria. His professional designations include Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Ning is active in the community, having served six years on the board of the Asian Chamber of Commerce and holding leadership roles with the Riverstone Home Owner Association and Sunrise Youth Soccer Club. He is fluent in Chinese, English, and Mandarin and resides in Houston with his family. Outside of his professional work, Ning’s personal interests include golfing, reading, soccer, table tennis, traveling, and watching movies.

David Garcia is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo in various roles since 2012. 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 a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Marc Steinberg is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. He has worked in the financial services industry since 2008, with previous roles including Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2011 to 2018, Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2010 to 2011, and Client Sales Officer, Licensed (Trader) at US Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management from 2008 to 2010. Marc holds a California Insurance License. He approaches his work with professionalism, transparency, and care, aiming to build trust and deliver value to clients through comprehensive financial planning and personalized service.