Luzaida Pietri is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Jose, CA, holding the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. She has 19 years of industry experience, including over 15 years with Ameriprise and its affiliate. Pietri also serves as a fiduciary and executor in other business activities. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendation reports. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Christina Biagi is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing rental property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment strategies and affiliated services, operating under a fiduciary standard and supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors.

Kurt Grundner is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Scotts Valley, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include self-employment from 2019 to 2024 and eight years at Scharf Investments. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated financial products. The firm operates a large network of more than 23,700 advisors and 15,000 branch offices nationwide.

Shuai Wang is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Cambridge since 2011. Wang is also involved in independent insurance services and owns Essence Wealth & Insurance Services LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm operates through a large network of financial professionals and provides access to multiple platforms, proprietary model strategies, and third-party advisers.

Eric Susantio is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2008. Outside of advising, he has worked as a registry specialist at Macy's West. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory services, employing proprietary market research and model-based asset allocations tailored to client goals.

Rhett Hall is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Campbell, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the board of a nonprofit football camp for athletes with Down Syndrome and coaches high school football. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of services including fiduciary financial planning and capital markets activities.

Yuetong Chen is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2026, Chen worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMC BANK NA from 2022 to 2026. Outside of finance, Chen has been involved with Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club. 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, and institutions, with trading and account administration supported by in-house and third-party portfolio managers.

Tevin Mercer is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2021 and has prior experience in sales and hospitality, including roles at Cintas and Levy Restaurants. Outside of advisory work, he has been involved with hospitality services, working in box suites at the 49ers stadium during home games. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with over $1 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory and investment solutions, including managed strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Taniese Powell is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of finance, she has experience in the wellness industry through Loma Spa and has worked at De Anza College. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering financial planning and consulting primarily through non-discretionary advisory programs supported by a range of investment strategies and affiliated research.

Haidee Lin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2000. Based in San Jose, CA, Lin has spent her entire career with the firm. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jahar Datta is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Wells Fargo Investments, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Citigroup Global Markets. Datta is based in San Jose, CA. 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 combines research and analytics with a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Joanne Gong is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Jose, CA. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 1997, working within the firm for 29 years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Katherine Lynne Seidel is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Los Gatos, California, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones from 2008 to 2016 before joining UBS in 2016. Outside of finance, she is involved in personal training through a business in Santa Cruz. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings to tailor plans based on proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Michael Guimarin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 credential. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Learn Sensemaking, LLC, an education technology business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and investment advisory services supported by firm-approved planning tools and strategies.

Annelise Kettmann is a Financial Advisor and a member of The Kettmann Group, a family-led team at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, with more than 35 years of experience. The group focuses on providing customized, goals-based financial strategies to help clients navigate their unique circumstances. Annelise specializes in assisting multi-generational families and business owners with wealth management, long-term planning, and strategies designed to grow, preserve, and transfer wealth. She holds a bachelor's degree from California Polytechnic State University and maintains professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Annelise speaks English and Spanish and is affiliated with the Junior League of San Jose. Outside of her professional work, Annelise is involved in community service through organizations such as Hunger at Home. Her personal interests include golfing, surfing, and tennis.

Angelina Mcclellan is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Santa Cruz, CA, where she has worked for 14 years since 2011. She serves as a trustee for multiple trusts. 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 strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Yongqing Zhang is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Yongqing works with a selected group of individuals, executives, and business owners to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping clients pursue their long-term goals. He focuses on areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Yongqing holds a Bachelor's Degree from Tsinghua University and a Master's Degree from Johns Hopkins University. He has earned several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Yongqing is proficient in English and Chinese. He participates in community service through volunteering with local organizations. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Yongqing enjoys basketball, tennis, and spending time with his family.

Karen Zhu is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cupertino, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked at Mizuho Securities LLC for two years. Outside of finance, she operates a dog sitting business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct individual plans and corporate financial planning agreements.

Chohee Chong is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2014. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mengxiao Shan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She provides personalized wealth management strategies tailored to clients' unique financial goals and changing market conditions. Mengxiao offers access to investment insights from Merrill and banking and lending solutions through Bank of America. Mengxiao's expertise spans family wealth management, services for endowments, foundations, non-profits, employee benefit plans, international wealth management, retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and tax minimization. She and her team focus on developing individualized strategies and providing ongoing portfolio advice for individuals, families, business owners, and non-profit organizations, particularly in the Silicon Valley area. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Florida and a Bachelor's Degree from Shenyang Normal University. Mengxiao is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She speaks both English and Chinese. Outside of work, she volunteers in her community and enjoys basketball, cooking, hiking, music, photography, reading, swimming, traveling, and yoga.