Angelo San Mateo is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience, currently advising at Charles Schwab. His prior work includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank and TD Ameritrade Investment Management. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary advisory and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm combines integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services with a multi-asset investment approach and access to alternative investments.

Matthew Hagen is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2006. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and offers sub-advisory and retirement plan services.

Zhou Chen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and currently works at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. in Menlo Park, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools supported by the Global Investment Committee’s analyses.

Jacinda Rabine is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she held various positions including work at Bistro 234 and Milc Group, as well as experience with California Polytechnic State University. 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, combining non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a formal alternative-investment process.

Haotian Xie is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2022. Prior to his financial services career, he was affiliated with Plug and Play Tech Center and held roles associated with Hult International Business School, Columbia University, and the University of California, San Diego. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a range of investment and planning services through a large network of financial advisors.

Emily Tran is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in San Mateo, CA, with eight years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2017 and also works at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021. Prior to her advisory career, she was affiliated with New York University from 2013 to 2017. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stephan Garate is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and entering his first year in the industry. His background includes roles in construction, education, and small business ownership prior to joining the financial services sector. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and extensive asset management.

Harsh Pradhan is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been employed since 2006. He has over 19 years of experience at Fidelity, focusing on serving clients by leveraging the company's resources to develop and implement wealth planning strategies. Prior to his current role, Harsh worked as a Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc from 1998 to 2000 and at Dean Witter Reynolds Inc from 1995 to 1998. Harsh holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting and wealth management. He emphasizes building relationships with clients to understand their priorities and advocate effectively on their behalf. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Harsh enjoys family activities, gardening, hiking, and traveling.

Yue Carol Liao is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch for over a decade and has been with J.P. Morgan since 2026. Outside of advisory work, she co-owns and manages a family rental property in Dublin, California. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services primarily to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory program emphasizes written asset allocation advice and manager searches, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Gregory Kosal is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2014 and 2016, respectively. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 advisors and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Pietersen Sylvester is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with one year of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and held roles outside the financial sector, including at Yext and in construction management. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Agustin Arroyo is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab & Co., Cetera Advisor Networks, and LPL Financial. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering 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.

Maritza Rogers is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 22 years of industry experience. She is currently with OSAIC and previously spent 21 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors. In addition to her advisory role, Rogers is also licensed as an insurance agent, offering various insurance products including health and disability coverage as well as annuities. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail, institutional, and retirement plan participants, providing both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with emphasis on asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary and third-party managed strategies.

Robert Rule Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for eight years before joining LPL Financial in 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in selling individual health insurance plans on a part-time basis. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Andrew Castro is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014, working in their Menlo Park, CA office. Outside of financial advising, he coaches group classes at CrossFit Palo Alto in Mountain View. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets.

Gregory Meyerott is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JPMC Bank NA and J.P. Morgan Securities. 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 roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Mark Curtis is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 44 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Citigroup Global Markets from 1993 to 2009, followed by positions within Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and serves as a board member of The Sobrato Foundation, a nonprofit involved in real estate and investments. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide array of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Patrick Burke is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Los Altos, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His background includes roles at Ameriprise since 2024 and prior experience in academic settings at Santa Clara University. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, notable for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Alexander Chychykaila is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2010. He has extensive experience collaborating with high-net-worth clients to develop comprehensive wealth strategies that align with their individual goals and evolving needs. Prior to his current role, Alexander was a Client Service Associate at UBS Financial Services from 2007 to 2009. Alexander graduated from the University of San Francisco in 2007 and holds a California Insurance License. Originally from Belarus, he brings a global perspective to his financial consulting practice. Outside of his professional work, Alexander enjoys outdoor adventures, photography, skiing, table tennis, tennis, and yoga.

Stephen Koh is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Hayward, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 39 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services Inc. and Mass Mutual Life since 2007. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a pastor, preaching and pastoring in Fremont, CA. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using collaborative, software-supported analyses to develop client recommendations.