Timothy Mcvey is a CFP® with 40 years of industry experience, currently serving at Centaurus Financial, Inc. since 2004. He has been self-employed since 1986 and also works as a tax preparer and real estate broker. Centaurus Financial, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, families, businesses, trusts, and foundations. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, retirement-plan consulting, and specialized advisory services through both discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Maxon Seckman is a financial advisor at EP Wealth Advisors with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 credential and previously worked at Criterion Capital Advisors LLC and Dell Technologies. EP Wealth Advisors serves individuals, corporate and business clients, and retirement plans by offering wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, and financial planning services. The firm uses customized model portfolios and a variety of investment strategies, including fundamental and technical analysis, and provides ancillary services such as tax preparation and estate-document preparation for qualifying clients.

Cristopher Moran is a CFP®, CFA®, and Series 66 credentialed advisor with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with EP Wealth Advisors since 2008. EP Wealth Advisors is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, including high-net-worth clients, corporate and business clients, and retirement plans. The firm provides wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and ancillary services such as tax preparation and estate-document preparation for eligible clients, using customized model portfolios and a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

David Lawrence is a financial advisor at EP Wealth Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at several firms including TD Ameritrade, UBS Financial Services, and Dynamic Wealth Solutions. EP Wealth Advisors is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm provides customized wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, and financial planning, utilizing a variety of analytical approaches and alternative investment options.

Lorin Rivers is a financial advisor at Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Mutual. In addition to his advisory role, Rivers is involved in life insurance brokerage through Empire Wealth Strategies. Hornor, Townsend & Kent serves individuals, trusts, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm operates both advisory and broker-dealer services and employs third-party asset managers within a framework that includes discretionary and non-discretionary account options.

Joey Katz is a financial advisor at EP Wealth Advisors with over 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, E*Trade Securities, TD Ameritrade, J.P. Morgan Securities, Fidelity, and Citigroup Global Markets. EP Wealth Advisors is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm provides wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, and financial planning services, often incorporating tax preparation and estate-document support for clients meeting certain asset thresholds. Their investment approach includes customized model portfolios, fundamental and technical analysis, and use of alternative investments and third-party managers.

Jason Yamamoto is a CFP® professional with 22 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Independent Financial Group, LLC since 2016, following prior roles at Partners Capital Services, Inc. and SCF Investment Advisors, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, Yamamoto has involvement in insurance sales and real estate sales. Independent Financial Group, LLC offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and institutional plans. The firm combines strategic asset allocation with a mix of passive and active management across multiple platforms and manages potential conflicts through disclosure and monitoring.

Jordan Sisson is a financial advisor at EP Wealth Advisors with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Warren Financial Service & Associates, Inc. Outside of finance, he has experience in the hospitality industry, having worked at PJ Ryan's Pub for four years. EP Wealth Advisors serves individual, corporate, and retirement plan clients by offering wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, and financial planning services. The firm uses customized model portfolios and a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to manage investments, and provides ancillary services such as tax preparation and estate-document preparation for clients meeting certain asset thresholds.

Lauren Carbonel is a financial advisor with Citigroup Global Markets, holding a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Citigroup in 2021, she worked at South Bay Credit Union and Pacific Transportation Federal Credit Union. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a wide range of investment advisory programs along with broker-dealer execution and custody services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies and maintains unique market roles including swap dealer and futures commission merchant activities.

Neal Thompson is a financial advisor at EP Wealth Advisors with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Harbour Investments, Thompson Wealth Management, Cambridge Investment Research, and VOYA Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is a managing partner of Rosewood Concepts LLC, a restaurant holding company. EP Wealth Advisors serves individuals, corporate clients, and retirement plans by offering wealth management, financial planning, and ancillary services such as tax preparation and estate-document preparation. The firm uses customized model portfolios with ongoing monitoring and a range of investment strategies, including third-party manager recommendations and ERISA plan services.

Natalya Zernitskaya is a financial advisor at Cetera Planning Partners with 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Avantax Planning Partners and other Cetera-affiliated firms. Outside of finance, she is involved in theatrical productions as a freelance stage manager and properties designer, serves as a City Council Member for Santa Monica, and participates in nonprofit work related to climate action and women's resources. Cetera Planning Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on pre-retirees and retirees by providing investment management, comprehensive financial planning, Social Security optimization, and retirement-related advice. The firm offers additional services such as tax planning, bookkeeping, payroll support, and estate-planning through a third-party provider, with an investment approach centered on diversified allocations tailored to clients’ objectives and risk tolerance.

Stefan Gronvold is a financial advisor with NewEdge Advisors in Manhattan Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors and Investacorp Advisory Services. Outside of advising, he is a managing partner at PacificView Wealth Management and serves as an insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance and fixed annuity sales. NewEdge Advisors is an enterprise-scale registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, and organizations through a network of independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing multiple program structures and technology tools to meet diverse client needs.

Marques Dickson is a CFP®-certified advisor with 12 years of experience, currently with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. He has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, City National Securities, Wells Fargo Clearing, and J.P. Morgan Private Wealth Advisors. Dickson is also an owner of 40 Acres Properties, LLC. Fifth Third Securities serves individual and institutional clients through both advisory and brokerage channels, offering a range of investment programs including mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and direct indexing strategies. The firm operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank and manages roughly $10.9 billion in assets with over 900 advisors.

Jeffery Vandevoir is a financial advisor with EP Wealth Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., and TDAmeritrade. EP Wealth Advisors is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporate and business clients, and retirement plans. The firm offers wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and ancillary services such as tax preparation and estate-document preparation for qualified clients, employing customized model portfolios and various analytical approaches.

Lea Ann Knight is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with 19 years of industry experience. She currently works at EP Wealth Advisors and previously held positions at Better Money Decisions and North American Management. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as President of the Board of Directors for the Española Valley Humane Society and is a member of the finance committee for Reading Quest. She also reviews online financial planning courses for Kitces.com. EP Wealth Advisors is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm provides wealth management, discretionary portfolio management, and financial planning with a focus on customized model portfolios and ongoing monitoring using various analytical methods.

Kenneth Cole is a CFP® with three years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mariner. Prior to joining Mariner, he worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Edward Moyzes. Mariner serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and integrated tax and family office services. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolios supported by an internal team and third-party managers, with a notable focus on tax and accounting integration uncommon among large advisory enterprises.

Thalia Montiel is a financial advisor with PlanMember Securities Corporation, holding a Series 63 designation and 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Irm Distributors, Inc. since 1999. Outside of her advisory role, Montiel is involved in the sale of indexed life insurance products as an independent agent. PlanMember provides retirement-plan advisory services to employers and participants, serving as an ERISA Section 3(38) fiduciary for many plans. The firm employs a top-down strategic asset allocation process and manages risk-based mutual fund portfolios, offering educational and support services including seminars and personalized planning.

Sisung Noh is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 28 years of industry experience and has been with Independent Financial Group since 2016. In addition to his advisory role, he owns and operates a CPA practice focused on tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping. Independent Financial Group, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm offers various investment management solutions, combining strategic asset allocation with both active and passive exposures through multiple platforms and third-party programs.

Carlos Ocampo is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with Series 63 and Series 65 designations and four years of industry experience. He has worked at CitiBank since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, Carlos is involved in several other activities including providing DJ services for weddings, working as a personal shopper for Instacart, and offering dog-sitting services through Rover.com. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a wide range of investment advisory programs and execution services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies and combines large institutional scale with unique market roles and commercial arrangements.

Katerina Soto is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at firms including Advised Assets Group, GWFS Equities, Bank of America, Merrill, and J.P. Morgan. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management services primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as to retail IRA and brokerage clients. The firm’s approach integrates its advisory services with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms, focusing on long-term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing within plan lineups selected by plan sponsors.