Donna Lee is currently a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2023. Prior to this role, she served as a Financial Consultant and Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2016 to 2023. Donna has also worked as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2012 to 2016, and held financial advisor roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Merrill Lynch between 2008 and 2011. Her areas of focus include retirement planning, income protection, investment strategies, and legacy planning considerations. Donna holds a California Insurance License, supporting her expertise in these areas. Outside of her professional career, Donna enjoys cooking and baking, fitness, exploring food, gardening, and traveling.

Jacob Marquez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Oregon Health & Science University and held roles at Toyota of Gladstone and Oregon State University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes a structured planning process with firm-approved tools and provides a broad range of investment and financial services.

Lindsay Romig is a financial advisor with Merrill in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 21 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, First Republic Investment Management, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of her advisory work, she owns a recording music company and serves on the board of Open Floor International, a nonprofit focused on embodied movement and dance for emotional and community resilience. Merrill provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions, supported by internal and third-party managers.

Kathryn Romanczuk is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, serving as an ERISA fiduciary and offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and demographics.

Yoav Karni is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with West Coast Financial Wealth Management and maintained independent advisory roles since 2001. Outside of his advisory work, Karni is a general agent for life, disability, and Medicare insurance products. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals using a range of portfolio management and model-based solutions.

Sean Mc Cue is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he spent 18 years at JP Morgan Chase. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and self-manages rental duplex properties in Spokane, WA, and Concord, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and pension plans. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of advisory services supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Auropuja Markus is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Walnut Creek, CA, holding CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a rental property in Lincoln, CA, which is managed by a property management company. Edward Jones serves more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of wealth management services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm is notable for its large retail advisor network and additional capabilities such as a trust company and securities-based lending options.

Kellen Ali is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 license and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Casey Cremen is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, he worked at First Republic Bank for seven years. Outside of his advisory work, Casey is a partner in ACE Wine Co LLC, a small wine business involved in fruit purchasing, wine production, and sales. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its investment approach.

Kevin Huang is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2021. In this role, he helps clients create clear and personalized retirement plans, offering trusted guidance through life's milestones and supporting informed financial decisions. Prior to his current position, Kevin gained experience as a Private Client Banker at JP Morgan Chase from 2019 to 2021, and as an International Marketing Manager at Bank of the West from 2015 to 2019. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Kevin enjoys camping, attending concerts, cooking and baking, visiting museums, and snowboarding.

John Pacelli is a CFP® professional with 48 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently affiliated with Osaic and has previous experience at Lincoln Financial Advisors, Kestra Financial Services, Inc., and D/A Financial. He holds a license to offer disability and traditional life insurance, as well as fixed and fixed indexed annuities. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing various asset-allocation tools and third-party solutions to deliver customized portfolio management and financial planning.

Srivani Ravikumar is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various Wells Fargo entities since 2005, including Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

John Mullen II is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Danville, CA, holding a Series 63 credential and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2003 and previously with Osaic FA, Inc. from 1997 to 2003. Mullen also teaches CFP courses at UC Berkeley Extension. 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, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Lee Coburn is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he leads a team serving high net worth and ultra high net worth clients. His practice focuses on retirement and multi-generational planning, concentrated stock and executive compensation strategies, liquidity event planning, charitable giving and family foundations, and sustainable and values-based investing. Lee holds the Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC) designation and is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Lee holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania and has a background in behavioral finance from the Harvard Kennedy School. Before his financial career, he was a Division I Lacrosse co-captain, experience that informs his disciplined and team-oriented approach to client service. He has served as a member of the Merrill Financial Advisor's Advisory Council to Management (ACTM), representing Merrill Advisors in liaison to senior leadership. Beyond his professional work, Lee is committed to mentorship and leadership in his community. He founded Merrill's East Bay Women's Exchange and BAWLers (Bay Area Women Leaders), forums that foster connection and professional development for women. He serves on the Merrill SF/East Bay Board and has coached youth soccer and lacrosse. His personal interests include golfing, running marathons, soccer, yoga, and spending time with his family.

Haocheng Cai is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank NA as well as at Citigroup and Morgan Stanley prior to his current role. 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 uses research and analytics to evaluate managers and options, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions across a broad platform.

David Gilchrist is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with a select group of high-net-worth families, executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals, providing comprehensive wealth-planning strategies that address complexity, preserve capital, and support long-term financial objectives. His approach is client-centric and emphasizes understanding clients' financial situations alongside their professional and personal lives to inform sound financial decisions. David specializes in areas including divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Prior to joining Merrill, he gained experience in accounting at an estate-planning law firm and as a tax auditor for the City of Los Angeles Office of Finance, applying this background to help clients with tax-aware strategies within their wealth plans. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Loyola Marymount University and a certificate in Accounting from UCLA. Additionally, he has earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute in conjunction with Yale University. Outside of his professional role, David enjoys golfing, hiking, pickleball, reading, running, soccer, spending time with family, tennis, traveling, and yoga.

Ryan Winters is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member and manager of Sakura Holdings LLC, a real estate investment entity. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual 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 analysis models.

Gregory Wiggins is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2009 to 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. Their advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, serving plan sponsors with tailored investment solutions and acting as an ERISA fiduciary when providing investment advice.

Elisabeth Andreason is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. Her career at Morgan Stanley includes roles with Morgan Stanley & Co., Incorporated, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs that include tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and modeling techniques.

Christopher De Meyer is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including JP Morgan Chase Bank, Frost Bank, and Charles Schwab. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in managing a personal rental property with his spouse. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily 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 a client relationship model that combines non-discretionary advisory recommendations with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence from Schwab’s Center for Financial Research.