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.

Neil Parekh is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. He is based in San Jose, CA. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with customizable portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Michael Vukson is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in San Jose, CA. 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 approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

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.

Xiaoyi Tang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with CFA® designation and Series 65 and 63 licenses. Tang's prior experience includes eight years at E Fund Management Co. Ltd. from 2016 to 2024. Tang began at Charles Schwab in 2025 and is based in Cupertino, CA. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options alongside integrated brokerage and custody services. The firm’s scale and integrated model provide clients access to multi-asset portfolios and alternative investment due diligence across a large client base.

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.

Nathan Peyzner is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he supports and guides families through their financial journeys. He focuses on building strong relationships and making financial planning approachable by offering clear communication and thoughtful strategies. Nathan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, holding various roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and currently Financial Consultant. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Nathan enjoys family activities, visiting museums, outdoor adventures, skiing, tennis, and traveling.

Emilio De Sousa is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

William Murray is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2003. In addition to advisory work, he is involved in sales of investment-related products and also receives compensation for referring home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which offers model-delivery strategies and selectively managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure while delegating trading and execution to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Endry Surjanto is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Cupertino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James since 2012 and previously spent nine years with First Tech Federal Credit Union. Surjanto is also involved in wealth management and financial services through his roles as president of ATS Wealth Circle LLC and EACS Corporation. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports municipal finance work and specialized advisory programs.

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.

Jarrad Di Maggio is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Farmers Financial Solutions, Summit Financial Group, Minnesota Life Insurance, and Securian Financial Services. He is also the owner of D5 Solutions, a consulting firm that assists insurance agents and financial advisors in expanding their reach and improving relationship management. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering customized portfolio management and financial planning services through various advisory programs.

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.

Charles Lawson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2010. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, offering proprietary research and a broad suite of capital markets solutions.

Ruhi Mistry is a Financial Advisor based in San Jose, working with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on client areas including Corporate Benefits, LGBT Wealth Planning, Liquidity Management, Managing New Wealth, Personal Retirement Planning, Socially Responsible and ESG Investing, Women and Wealth, and Retirement Income. Ruhi is committed to helping individuals and families gain clarity around their finances and improve their financial well-being. Ruhi believes that financial health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being that is often overlooked. She works to empower clients by understanding their unique circumstances, enabling them to make informed decisions and achieve financial goals they may have thought unattainable. Her mission is to help clients build a solid financial foundation to live well today and create the future they envision. She holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned her education from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Outside of her professional work, Ruhi enjoys biking, music, and traveling.

Amy Roat is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she participates in studio maintenance shifts at a Corepower yoga studio. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Flora Kam is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. Her career includes 13 years at METLIFE Securities and ongoing roles at MassMutual Life Insurance. In addition to her advisory work, she manages existing health insurance clients and conducts annual plan reviews. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a subsidiary of MassMutual that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, employing firm-approved tools and collaborative planning processes.

Eric Lucero is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2020, he worked at Fisher Investments and held roles at UBER and the San Jose Earthquakes. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Nu-Image, a transportation-related business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using structured tools and does not provide individual security recommendations as part of its standalone planning services.

Larysa Smykovskaya is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving since 2018. In her role, she partners with clients to build personalized financial plans that address both short-term and long-term investment goals. She has extensive experience in wealth management and portfolio management, having held positions such as Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager at TD Wealth Private Client Group from 2015 to 2018, Vice President and Portfolio Manager at PNC Wealth Management from 2013 to 2015, Senior Investment Specialist at Wells Fargo Private Bank from 2008 to 2013, and Financial Advisor to High Net Worth Clients at Vanguard Group from 2005 to 2008. Larysa holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys fitness, hiking, skiing, theater, and traveling.

Linh Thai is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2016. Based in Menlo Park, CA, Linh holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products under a fiduciary standard.