Kunpeng Wang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, LPL Financial, Wells Fargo Bank, and Information Forecast, Inc. Wang is also a commissioned notary in the state of California. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a formal alternative-investment process, supported by a large client base and centralized operational infrastructure.

Roxanna Martinez is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities. She has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, Martinez is involved in real estate as a property owner. 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 institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Maria Uribe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Burbank, CA, holding the CFP® and Series 66 credentials and having seven years of industry experience. She previously worked at Ameriprise for several years and is also employed outside the investment industry with 4Life Research. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plans, banks, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment solutions, including model portfolios and third-party asset management.

Anthony Benedicto is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2015, with prior experience at Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of advising, he served as a contingent power of attorney for his parents. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers advice through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes various third-party asset managers and advisory programs to implement client solutions.

Rakhi Pritchard is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Farmers Financial Solutions, LPL Financial, and Kinecta Financial & Insurance Services. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base that includes individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and consulting services supported by a range of portfolio management styles, firm research, and affiliated sub-advisers.

Laura Arrona is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Glendale, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing eight years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Modern Woodmen of America, and MillerCoors LLC. Outside of finance, she owns a designer clothing and accessories resale business. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, offering comprehensive goal-based planning across various financial topics without portfolio management or discretionary trading authority.

Lisa Koontz is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' Burbank Investor Center. In this role, she leads a team of financial professionals focused on partnering with clients to help them work toward their financial goals. She emphasizes creating a warm and welcoming environment while building long-term meaningful relationships with clients. Her professional experience includes serving as Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments since 2011. Prior to that, she held leadership roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2009 to 2011 and Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. from 2004 to 2009, progressing from Financial Advisor to Vice President and Branch Manager. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Loan Officer at Western Bank and First Interstate Bank and as an Account Executive at Union Bank. Lisa holds a California Insurance License. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and baking, watching movies, photography, and traveling.

Gregory Gutierrez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Outside of finance, he is involved in music, receiving passive royalty income and performing as a guitarist and singer in a band. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as 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, with a broader investment menu that includes insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options.

Sallie De Young is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. Her prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, Western International Securities, and Wells Fargo Advisors. She is also a commissioned notary public and operates Matador Family Financial Services as a separate business entity. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, employing a multi-manager platform with various program structures and custodial relationships.

Ethan Stein is a CFP® with 43 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2009. Prior to that, he worked at Mutual Service Corporation for seven years. He serves as a board member of the David Vickter Foundation, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and participant-level retirement advice, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and advanced operational tools.

Charles Gilb is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in North Hollywood, CA, holding the Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked with Assetio Wealth Management and LPL Financial since 2023. Outside of finance, he has experience working at Trader Joe's and a research role at The Political Violence Lab. 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 and brokerage services including financial planning, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive advisor tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Evan Gray is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at firms including Global Retirement Partners, Ascensus, and Securian Financial Services. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Elyas Andkhoy is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Radiology Partners, CureMint, and Brentwood Associates. Andkhoy is involved in private consulting and management through his ownership of EA Holmby Consulting Inc. and SEE FORWARD LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad planning menu and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and tools, with services spanning various specialized planning areas.

Carolyn Campbell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sun Valley, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She previously worked at National Planning Corporation for 17 years before joining LPL Financial in 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Jill Campbell Consulting, LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management programs.

Dillon Ortega is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He partners with clients to understand their financial goals and to deliver personalized investment strategies, focusing on portfolio construction, retirement planning, and wealth management. Dillon's approach involves building foundational plans, identifying actionable steps, and exploring options to help clients achieve their objectives. His experience at Fidelity Investments includes previous positions as a Planning Consultant (2024-2025), Relationship Manager (2023-2024), and Financial Representative (2022-2023). Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Relationship Manager at Bank of America from 2020 to 2022. Dillon holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Dillon has interests in art, baseball, fitness, playing musical instruments, motorcycles, and movies.

Kevin Aronov is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. In his role, he focuses on building financial plans for clients and maintains frequent communication to ensure these plans are updated in accordance with changes in clients' goals and needs. Kevin has accumulated experience in the financial industry through various positions including Private Client Advisor at JP Morgan Securities from 2019 to 2022, Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill from 2017 to 2019, Investment Specialist at Infinex Financial Group from 2016 to 2017, and Investment Assistant at Essex National Securities from 2015 to 2016. He holds a California Insurance License.

Lorand Parenteau is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior roles include positions at Cetera Advisors LLC and First Allied Advisory Services, where he worked for a combined 13 years. He is also involved in non-variable insurance advisory activities outside of his primary role. 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 provides a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational tools and a large network of over 22,800 advisors.

David Tolson Solis is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and helps develop strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. His services include support in general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. David holds a Bachelor's Degree from SAE Expression and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is proficient in Spanish, German, and English. His approach emphasizes ongoing advice and guidance tailored to clients' evolving needs.

Paul Pepperman is the Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Encino, California. In his role, he works closely with clients and their families to help them achieve their financial goals, including retirement planning, education finance, and planning for life events. He provides personalized wealth management strategies that address wealth accumulation, preservation, and transfer, coordinating with clients' other trusted advisors such as attorneys and accountants to cover tax, trust, philanthropic, and wealth transfer issues. With over 40 years of experience, Paul holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment (SE). He earned a High School Diploma from Agoura High School and attended UCLA without a degree conferred. His expertise spans college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, as well as sports and entertainment sectors. Outside of his professional duties, Paul is involved with several community organizations including the Adat Ari El Synagogue, Jewish Federation of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Jewish Health, and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Foundation. His personal interests include golfing, music, and traveling.

Daniel Mccombs is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Woodland Hills, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank from 2015 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Mccombs serves as secretary for the Northridge Heights Homeowner Association. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and sports and entertainment planning, using proprietary research and planning tools.