Nelson Escalante Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he worked at United Parcel Service and Autozone. He also has experience in education, having worked at Whittier College and La Mirada High School. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and it offers access to third-party asset managers and financial planning services.

Leonor Zamora is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Downey, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and affiliated entities since 2010. 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 and fund searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program.

Philip Chang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Monterey Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, CTBC Bank, Cetera Investment Services, East West Bank, Grand Pacific Financing Corp, and Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates centralized due diligence with both quantitative and qualitative research and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Pamela McKenzie is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Guardian Life, Eagle Strategies (NY Life), and Ameriprise. Pamela also operates McKenzie Wealth Management, Inc., an affiliated business related to her advisory work. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by proprietary research and technology tools.

Christopher Elkin is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2012. He began his career with Fidelity in 2008, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Representative, and Financial Consultant. His professional focus is on building strong client relationships and collaboratively developing financial plans that are regularly reviewed and tailored to meet client goals. Christopher's approach centers on proactive service and being a primary resource for his clients' financial planning needs. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting. His dedication to following financial markets enables him to serve clients effectively, regardless of their experience level.

Jerry Sheby is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2017 and previously worked at National Planning Corporation, Associated Securities Corp., and Associated Planners Investment Advisory Inc. He also operates Sheby Financial Group, which offers tax preparation services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing a range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Carol Otters is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in La Palma, CA, where she has worked since 2011. She has 14 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Dan Vo is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and Grant Thornton LLP. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Avatar Machine, LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Ulysses Enario is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018, following prior roles at Bank of America and Merrill. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm offers a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and incorporating both quantitative and qualitative research.

David Ha is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Tustin, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and four years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research with a range of strategies, including ESG considerations.

Chris Lopez is the Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He has been part of Fidelity Investments since 2018, initially serving as a Financial Consultant. Prior to his tenure at Fidelity, Chris gained extensive experience in the financial services industry, including roles as a Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2015 to 2018, an Insurance Consultant at C & S Insurance Agency from 2010 to 2015, a Vice President Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2002 to 2010, and as a Financial Advisor at A.G. Edwards from 2001 to 2002. Chris holds a California Insurance License, supporting his qualifications in the financial and insurance sectors. His professional focus is on assisting clients and their families with their financial needs while maintaining a high level of integrity.

James Kefalas III is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors since 2009 and has prior experience in non-variable insurance from 2010 to 2018. Additionally, he is the owner of Kefalasfoley Investment Services Inc., a support company unrelated to investment management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized advisory programs and municipal advisory services.

Byung Chong is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial, having joined in 2025, and previously worked at CUSO Financial Services and Wescom Financial Services, where he spent 23 years. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms.

Angela Yu is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities based in Irvine, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018, following two years at Bank of America and a year at Holiday Inn. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The program incorporates systematic due diligence, quantitative and qualitative research, and an ESG eligibility framework.

Chuck Ives is a Wealth Management Advisor based in Brea, California, leading a close-knit team dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and businesses in making informed decisions about their wealth. He works within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and offers a client experience that values each person as an individual with unique priorities and aspirations. With over 25 years of experience, Chuck specializes in helping clients navigate significant life transitions such as retirement planning, business sales, home acquisitions, and coping with the death of a loved one. His focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He is persistent and proactive in advancing client priorities, capitalizing on resources enterprise wide. Chuck holds a Master's Degree from Southern Methodist University and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida. He carries several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of work, he enjoys playing tennis and golf and has an interest in traveling and engaging with diverse cultures, experiences shaped by spending much of his upbringing abroad.

Eric Frontino is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at SchoolsFirst FCU and CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2022, he spent several years affiliated with SchoolsFirst FCU. 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 range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and custom strategies.

Mengying Huang is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera, Huang worked at Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program platforms and third-party managers through its multi-manager platform.

Nora Semerjian is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Stifel, based in Long Beach, CA, and has 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2020 and previously at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2020. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on proprietary forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Carly Peck is Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where she leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to helping clients pursue their vision of financial success. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, Branch Leader, and now Vice President, Branch Leader. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Carly worked as an Assistant National Account Executive at Celtic Commercial Finance from 2018 to 2019. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her expertise in financial and insurance services.

Sean Loftus is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Santa Ana, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a trustee for a 401(k) plan and owns a wealth management practice. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, with planning engagements typically being discrete and client implementation optional.