Laura Pomeroy is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been in the financial services industry since 1998 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2006. Laura specializes in retirement planning, focusing on creating financial strategies for high-net-worth individuals, their families, and businesses to help them achieve both short- and long-term financial goals. Her approach to wealth management is consultative, involving thorough review of client financial situations, preferences, and objectives; providing tailored asset allocation recommendations; and conducting ongoing discussions on investments, retirement planning, estate services, and philanthropy as appropriate. Laura holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designations, along with Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in History from Brigham Young University. Laura lives in San Diego with her husband, Tim, and their three children. In her personal time, she enjoys cooking, playing pickleball, reading, and spending time with her family.

Joseph Rotta is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2009 and previously spent time at Wells Fargo Clearing and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. He is based in Carlsbad, CA. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Daniel Lee is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Western International Securities, Financial West Group, and Torrey Pines Securities prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025. Lee holds Series 63 and 65 licenses and also operates DCL Financial Services, Inc., an investment-related business entity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Michael Bradshaw is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 52 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill for 45 years and Bank of America for 12 years. Bradshaw holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in San Diego, CA. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Andrew Roybal is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He worked at Uboc Investment Services, Inc. for 24 years before joining LPL Financial in 2020. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and model portfolio programs, utilizing both proprietary research and third-party subadvisors.

Michael Valentini is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. Outside of his advisory role, Valentini performs occasionally as a bassist with a corporate and wedding band. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Holly Peterson Hall is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise since 2005, working across multiple affiliated entities within the firm. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on retirement income, utilizing a centralized team that collaborates with the client’s advisor while relying on proprietary research and third-party data.

Thomas Wyckoff is a CFP® and CFA® credentialed financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial, where he has worked since 2020. Prior to this, he held roles at Validus Growth Investors, Pinhook Capital, Lucia Securities, and Lucia Capital Group. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions through a large network of advisers, utilizing various portfolio strategies and technology tools.

Paul Curnutte is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2007 and previously spent seven years at Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member and business owner of Townes & Co, a non-investment-related home-based venture. 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 and third-party asset management, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Monette Marino is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having joined the firm in 2012. She works alongside the Buchanan/Sims/Essick/Marino & Associates Team, focusing on portfolio strategy, asset allocation, retirement planning including 401k and IRA services, estate planning, charitable giving, home refinancing, and custom lending (NMLS#1073810). Ms. Marino collaborates with specialists across Bank of America banking services and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management to provide clients with comprehensive services and tailored recommendations. Ms. Marino has over 20 years of experience as the CEO of a non-profit arts corporation and as the owner of a music production company in San Diego. She applies her expertise to assist clients in planning and achieving financial goals through asset and liability strategies in both personal and business affairs. She holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). A third-generation native of San Diego, Ms. Marino earned her Bachelor's Degree from the University of California system and her Master's Degree from the California State University system. She is fluent in English, French, and Italian. Outside of her professional work, she is involved with the Mo'Rhythm School of Percussion and participates in community initiatives such as SPOT Saving Pets One at a Time. Her personal interests include dancing, music, painting, running, skiing, and watching movies.

Peter Huffman is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 2008. He specializes in comprehensive wealth management with a focus on Behavioral Finance and how financial and investment decisions affect individuals and families. His expertise encompasses family wealth management strategies, philanthropic planning, socially responsible investing, and liquidity management among other areas. Before joining Merrill Lynch, Peter spent five years in Africa and Asia working in managerial roles for the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), including serving as Country Director for Ethiopia where he managed one of the largest HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs worldwide. He also acted as the principal liaison for official visits by former President William J. Clinton to Africa. Peter is engaged in philanthropy through board service and co-founding a nonprofit focused on youth empowerment and health services in South Africa and Ghana. Peter holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon and is a Personal Investment Advisor. He has been recognized as a Top 1200 Financial Advisor by Barron's, a Best in State Wealth Advisor by Forbes, and included in On Wall Street's Top 40 Under 40. Peter lives with his wife and their two children.

Andrew Null is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2020. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative, and Service Trader. Throughout his career, Andrew has focused on assisting clients in achieving their financial goals while helping them avoid common pitfalls. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in providing comprehensive financial advice. Andrew is committed to building trust and confidence with his clients as he guides them through their financial planning journeys.

Samuel Bever is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and ten years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Merrill, Forge Markets LLC, and Raymond James, where he has worked since 2020. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Chelsea Newell is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Osaic Wealth. She has worked at several financial firms including Guide My Finances and Woodbury Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is also active as a social media influencer, creating content related to lifestyle topics such as makeup and local venues. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with tools for asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and offers a range of brokerage and advisory services through an extensive multi-advisor platform.

Mazen Abifaker is currently serving as a Vice President Private Wealth Management Advisor at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. In this capacity, he collaborates with multi-generational families to co-create personalized wealth plans aimed at growing, preserving, and transferring their wealth. Mazen has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant and Investment Consultant, which has provided him with extensive experience in financial advisory and wealth management. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Bank Teller at Wells Fargo Bank from 2009 to 2010. He holds a California Insurance License, underlining his professional qualifications in the financial services sector.

William Mc Gowan is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2019 and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2020. Prior to his financial services career, he held positions at P&G, Macy’s Inc., and Indiana University. 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 management solutions. The firm is notable for its large scale, integrated structure, and combination of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Kevin McBarron is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including Union Capital Company and New England Securities, and currently also operates Wealth Planners, Inc. alongside his role at LPL. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Rene Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Lending Club. Merrill, along 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 a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and pension plans.

Ronnie Sanchez is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Lucia Securities, LLC and RJL Wealth Management, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with research and operational tools.

Steven Namvar is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, and Charles Schwab since 2024. Prior to his current role, he held positions at Mercedes Benz of Escondido and Sales Partnership Inc, among others. 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. Schwab offers both non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, leveraging a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.