Gregory Prough is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Long Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Kristiane Sweeney is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Wells Fargo entities since 2011, including Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering a range of services from investment policy statement preparation to performance reporting and participant education. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Daniel Gracy is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in La Mirada, CA, holding CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 63 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he has involvement in real estate ownership. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service primarily for clients with significant investable assets, delivering written recommendations on income strategies, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research, modeling, and automated tools overseen by a dedicated committee to tailor retirement planning advice.

Nathan Pilataxi is an advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He has held positions at Fidelity Investments since 2024 and previously worked at US Bank and MUFG Union Bank. His background also includes experience in education at Long Beach City College and Millikan High School. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services as well as model portfolios.

Simran Singh is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Torrance, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2017, Singh worked at Principal Financial Group and Principal Securities, Inc. from 2016 to 2017. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis through a centralized due-diligence framework.

Nathan Lee is the Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch, where he leads portfolio management and asset allocation development for the Lee & Yodowitz Group. He specializes in wealth planning, estate and legacy planning, money management, corporate retirement plans, and alternative investment strategies. Nathan works closely with business owners on cash management, financing for growth and acquisitions, and succession planning. With over 21 years of industry experience, Nathan joined Merrill Lynch in 2004 after working at UBS Financial Services. He holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Finance from Texas Tech University, with an emphasis on asset pricing models and option strategies. Nathan has earned professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Nathan is active in community organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club of Long Beach and the National Eagle Scout Association chapter in Los Angeles. He balances his professional commitments with family life, sharing his interests in railroading, antiquing, football, gardening, genealogy, skiing, surfing, and traveling with his wife and three children.

Zarina Sullivan is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has been affiliated with various Cetera entities since 2016. Outside of her advisory work, she provides educational presentations on basic financial literacy to military personnel through Zeiders Enterprises. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, institutional, and retirement plan clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Steve Hahn is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, bringing 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. for 19 years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning that employs firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines broad retail and institutional services with specialized investment strategies.

Darrin Frankel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in El Segundo, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and works at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and incorporates structured planning tools and models in its financial planning process.

Cuauhtemoc Garcia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley based in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked in various roles including at Margarita Jones Mexican Restaurant and the University of California, Santa Cruz. Outside of finance, he has experience in education and the food service industry. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and market modeling to support its financial planning process.

Vicky Do is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following four years at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Juliana Yoon is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 17 years. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a sole proprietorship offering health, long-term care, traditional life insurance, life settlements, and fixed and indexed annuities. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers and managed accounts.

Mark Grimme is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Torrance, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been affiliated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Grimme serves on the Financial Planning Committee for the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by advanced modeling techniques.

James Wheat is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Pedro, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Wheat serves as trustee for family trusts and manages investment-related asset protection entities. 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 IPS-driven approach incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Yasha Maylamyan is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and experience in the financial industry beginning in 2025. Prior to joining UBS, Yasha worked at U.S. Bank N.A. and has held roles in various sectors including banking and retail in Armenia and the United States. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor financial plans and portfolio management to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Lauren Phan is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and previously worked at City National Bank and RBC Capital Markets, LLC. Prior to her financial services career, she spent 28 years associated with Rolling Hills Country Club. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes investment strategies based on clients’ risk profiles and utilizes a combination of in-house and third-party managers to implement portfolios.

James Wong is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Torrance, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Waddell & Reed, Inc. and various insurance carriers, where he worked for a combined 10 years. Wong also had a seven-year tenure at Los Angeles China Town Corp. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

Michael Ford is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Integrity Financial Corporation and Family Heritage Life before joining MassMutual Life Insurance Co. and MML Investors Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in selling various insurance products and owns a residential investment property. MML Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser under MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative financial planning using advanced software tools and event-driven planning services, including a recent Divorce Planning offering.

Daniel Hwang is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing, where he has been since 2016. 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 process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Genevieve Estebar Baker is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.