Christian Cruz is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving families in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. He works closely with clients including business owners, executives, and teachers, developing customized financial strategies that encompass investment and retirement planning, liability management, debt consolidation, and legacy planning. Christian collaborates with clients' CPAs and attorneys to align tax-minimization and estate planning strategies, and leverages resources such as Bank of America N.A. for residential and securities-based lending. He utilizes guidance from the firm's Chief Investment Office and award-winning research to diversify portfolios with equities, bonds, cash, and alternative investments while considering tax consequences. Christian adapts his communication approach to client preferences and meets with clients in various settings including homes, businesses, or his office. Christian holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification, the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA™) designation, and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from California State University, Los Angeles. His career began at Washington Mutual in 2006 before joining Merrill Lynch in 2012. Raised in a lower-income family in Southern California, Christian's interest in wealth management was influenced by a mentor during his high school soccer years. Outside of work, he holds a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and enjoys spending time with his wife Evelyn, their children Olivia and Enzo, and their dog Loki.

Logan Fritze is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with clients to develop holistic financial plans and investment strategies. Prior to his current position, Logan held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager from 2024 to 2026, Financial Representative from 2023 to 2024, and High Net Worth Associate from 2021 to 2023. He holds a California Insurance License.

Cuauhtemoc Garcia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley based in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked in various roles including at Margarita Jones Mexican Restaurant and the University of California, Santa Cruz. Outside of finance, he has experience in education and the food service industry. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and market modeling to support its financial planning process.

Richard Kim is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019, and previously held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, delivering written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Emily Chon is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in the financial needs of affluent clients and their families. She has more than 17 years of experience in the financial industry, including nearly a decade as a wealth manager at Citibank. Emily has worked with hundreds of families both internationally and globally, assisting them in achieving their financial goals through personalized strategies. Born in a small town in China, Emily immigrated to the United States over 20 years ago. She earned a Bachelor's Degree from the California State University System while working various jobs, including her first role at a local bank where she developed her passion for financial services. Throughout her career, Emily has tailored financial products to meet the unique needs of individuals and families across various areas, such as retirement planning, funding education, home purchasing, business transactions, and estate and trust planning. Emily holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is fluent in Mandarin, Chinese, Yue (Cantonese), and English. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, golfing, hiking, painting, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Gabe Taylor is currently a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. He specializes in understanding clients' unique financial situations and co-creating detailed plans to help them achieve financial peace of mind. Prior to his current role, Gabe worked as a Financial Consultant at Etrade Financial in 2021, a Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2015 to 2021, and a Vice President, Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2007 to 2015. Gabe holds a California Insurance License, which supports his ability to provide comprehensive financial consulting services. Outside of his professional work, he has personal interests that include the beach, comedy, music, parenthood, and reading.

Johnson Hoang is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Huntington Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Summit Financial Group, Summit Brokerage Services, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Wamu Investments, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is president and tax preparer at Wise Financial Solutions. 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, and supports advisors with research and operational tools while overseeing over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Derek Johnson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer for the Interfaith Food Center, a nonprofit focused on food distribution for homeless and less fortunate families. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Oliver Hernandez Estrada is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Santa Ana, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses with six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and The Ayco Company, L.P./Mercer Allied. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning that utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Christopher Rouzaud is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He has held various roles at J.P. Morgan entities since 2012. Rouzaud holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Lisa Mayer is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Santa Ana, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Crowell, Weedon & Co. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as an executor for a family estate. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options tailored to clients who meet specific net-worth thresholds. The firm integrates advisory services with various financial products and referral channels to deliver customized recommendations.

Gerald Montegani Jr. is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Seal Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 33 years of industry experience and has been with UBS Financial Services since 2008. He serves as a committee member with St. Bonaventure Church. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing research and proprietary asset allocation models to tailor strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Anthony Sanchez is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services, focusing on creating tailored strategies that align with his clients' unique needs and aspirations. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from California State University Fullerton and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Throughout his career, Anthony has guided clients through complex financial landscapes, emphasizing clear communication, transparency, and empowering clients with knowledge to make informed financial decisions. Outside of his professional role, Anthony is actively involved in his community, volunteering as a coach for youth sports including AYSO Soccer, Pony Baseball, and Youth Basketball. He enjoys football, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Anthony Hernandez is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2023. In this role, he partners with individuals and families to develop and maintain customized financial plans focused on their life goals. Prior to his current position, Anthony worked as an Investment Solutions Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2023. Before joining Fidelity, he was a Retirement Specialist at SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union from 2013 to 2021. He holds a California Insurance License.

Marc Raymundo is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Chino Hills, CA, where he has worked since 2018. He has seven years of industry experience, including prior roles at St Philip the Apostle and St. Pius X - St. Matthias Academy. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a wide range of advisory strategies and maintains a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Tony Chang is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Orange, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including Investment Centers of America, Bancwest Investment Services, and Wells Fargo Investments. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Chang is also an independent insurance agent and serves as secretary of Ardentone Financial. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a broad network of financial professionals. The firm provides access to multiple platforms and custodians and offers proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Byron Hirata is a CFP® professional with 45 years of industry experience, currently working at Cetera since 2023. Prior to this, he spent a decade at Quantum Econometrics, LLC, and has been associated with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013. He is also involved in the sale of fixed insurance products as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with over $256 billion in assets under management.

Brian Beggs is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at US Tech Solutions, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and The Schulten Group of Wells Fargo Advisors. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and utilizes research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute alongside third-party data to guide its investment approach.

Cynthia Moreno is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding Series 66, 63, and 65 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Merrill, UBS Financial Services, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of her advisory work, she is an independent Mary Kay beauty consultant and serves on committees at two Christian fellowship organizations. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services implemented through both in-house and third-party managers.

Tom Valcich is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.