Tom Valcich is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Jung Min Chun is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Chun worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank and First Republic Securities, among other financial institutions. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process.

Jonathan Pasimio is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2008. 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 advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, serving plan objectives with a broad range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Ashley Cecala is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2019 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC. Ashley took a one-year professional hiatus before returning to the financial sector. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis, using Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Mary Bui is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 23 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and previously held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a secretary and tax preparer for Wise Financial Solutions. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Shemirel Guzman Hernandez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Hernandez worked at Bank of America, N.A. Since 2018, Hernandez also held various roles outside the financial industry, including positions at Pechanga Resort and Casino and Bath and Body Works. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Elijah Behringer is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors based in Ontario, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Primerica Advisors since 2026. Prior to this, he held positions at Primerica Financial Services and various roles in hospitality and retail sectors. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients, offering model-driven portfolio strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supported by custodial and trade execution services through Pershing and BNY Mellon Advisors.

James King is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Lakewood, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at U.S. Bancorp Advisors, LLC for six years and Wells Fargo Investments, LLC for one year before joining LPL Financial in 2012. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, utilizing a broad platform supported by research and technology tools.

Maria Chueh is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 35 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes over three decades at Pruco Securities, LLC and more than two decades with Prudential Insurance Company of America. She continues to receive residual commissions from individual and group medical policies with Blue Shield of California and Anthem/Elevance. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers financial planning, consulting, and access to third-party asset managers.

Alice Roe Urata is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Her prior experience includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. She is also active as a health insurance agent providing non-sponsored health insurance solutions. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm offers model-driven investment strategies, financial planning, and access to third-party asset managers, while also facilitating insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Matthew Matias is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with advisors to deliver personalized financial planning services. He focuses on building trust-based client relationships through proactive engagement and consistent outreach, assisting clients in navigating complex financial needs. His experience at Fidelity Investments includes roles as a Relationship Manager since 2024 and as a Financial Representative from 2022 to 2024. Matthew regularly meets with clients to conduct in-depth reviews, helping them implement tailored strategies aligned with their goals and supporting their long-term financial confidence. Matthew holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in cooking and baking, fitness, food, social events with friends, outdoor adventures, and reading.

Qiming Liang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities who holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has three years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at NYLife Securities LLC and seven years at Hainan Shengda Corp. 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 incorporates an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Christopher Arnaldo is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2017, he worked for Enterprise Holdings Inc. for 18 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a technology and software business, DealersGear, assisting with client relationships. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated capabilities, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Sean Payne is a CFP® and ChFC® with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2002. Payne serves as a board member emeritus for the Los Alamitos Education Foundation and is an active board member of Precious Life Shelter in Los Alamitos, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and maintains a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Mark Garcia is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 33 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at TD Ameritrade, Bank of America, Merrill, and Scottrade. 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 and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, using multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Joe Valenzuela Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously was affiliated with the University of Southern California from 2014 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Elizabeth Cervantes is a CFP® with 18 years of experience in the financial services industry. She currently works at Morgan Stanley, having previously been employed at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Her background includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Tom Aguilera Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His career includes longstanding roles at Cuna Brokerage Services, Inc. and SchoolsFirst FCU. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual and institutional clients through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Hsien Lu is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its predecessor, Axa Advisors, where he worked for 21 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in an outside fixed business and owns investment real estate. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and various asset-management programs. The firm emphasizes matching clients to appropriate investment models and discretionary managers, utilizing third-party asset managers and a range of investment products.

Jaron Tsukamoto is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Thrivent Financial, Bishop & Co., and Island Insurance Companies LLC. 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 covering topics such as retirement, tax, and estate planning, with the option to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing system.