Sumedha Arekar is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 8 years of industry experience, currently working at Merrill in Portland, OR. She has been with Merrill for 10 years. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Matthew Floberg is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and businesses to help them understand and achieve success in their financial lives. He leads the Floberg Fisher Group, a wealth management team that provides customized guidance and in-depth strategy. The team emphasizes a planning-based approach, focusing on understanding each client's unique goals and financial circumstances to create actionable plans that guide clients toward their distinctive visions. Matthew has received multiple recognitions from Forbes, including being named one of the Best-in-State Wealth Advisors for several consecutive years and acknowledged as one of the Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams in 2026. His role involves overseeing strategy and execution in areas such as portfolio management, retirement income planning, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and liquidity management. He and his team strive to provide integrity and reliability in service, seeking to offer clients both direction and reassurance. A graduate of the University of Oregon with a bachelor's degree, Matthew holds several professional designations, including the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is involved in his community through organizations such as Friends of the Children, Jesuit High School, and St. John Fisher School.

Kristopher Sleeman is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Waddell & Reed, Inc. for over eight years. Outside of his advisory role, he is an officer and president of Beyond Wealth Management, Inc., a support company for his Raymond James business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, emphasizing tailored recommendations supported by extensive research and a broad affiliate network.

Jeffrey Inglis is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on creating personalized financial plans that align with each client's unique ambitions and priorities. His approach centers on connecting clients to the appropriate people, plans, and processes to pursue their personal goals. Jeffrey helps clients with various financial objectives, including planning and funding education, retirement lifestyle planning, managing potential health care costs, and developing long-term family strategies. He emphasizes simplicity and transparency in the investing process to make wealth planning approachable and effective. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Oregon and maintains the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional role, Jeffrey enjoys adventure sports, baseball, basketball, football, golfing, music, scuba diving, spending time with his family, traveling, and woodworking.

Nicholas Roberts is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Lake Oswego, OR. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors, he worked in education at the high school and middle school levels. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad planning menu covering areas such as retirement, education, risk management, and specialized services like business-owner transition and divorce planning.

John Nelson is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Lake Oswego, OR, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 40 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services since 2003 and has worked with The Commerce Company since 2014 in an advisory capacity. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, emphasizing tailored financial plans and advisory support rather than discretionary management.

Alison Ryan is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving since 2024. She has held several roles within Fidelity Investments, including Investing Consultant from 2023 to 2024, Planning Consultant from 2022 to 2023, and Financial Representative from 2021 to 2022. Her professional focus is on providing clear and actionable financial planning recommendations tailored to individual priorities. Alison emphasizes building long-term relationships with clients to simplify the financial planning process and support their goals, whether balancing work schedules, planning for retirement, or protecting family futures. She aims to make financial planning accessible and empowering. Outside of her professional work, Alison has interests in gardening, military service, museums, pets, reading, and traveling.

Roxanne Waterman is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 38 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with firms including Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Alliance One, Inc. She is also a charter member of Soroptimist International of the Americas, a humanitarian organization focused on helping women and girls. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of investment options and uses proprietary tools and third-party platforms to construct and manage portfolios.

Michael Carrano is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been a member since 2010. He initially entered the financial advisory industry in 2003 and founded Carrano & Associates at Merrill to emphasize a consultative approach and a focus on client relationships. Originally from Wisconsin, he has been based in Portland since 2005. Michael holds several professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), and Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS). He also holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse. In his role, he seeks to connect all aspects of clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue their goals. Outside of his professional work, Michael is involved in community volunteer activities and enjoys recreational pursuits such as fishing, hiking, golfing, gardening, and playing bocce with family and friends in the Pacific Northwest.

Tiffany Helleson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Prior to that, she was employed by Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and investment committee resources.

David Grove II is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 43 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, currently working at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in two manufacturing businesses based in Newberg, Oregon. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and investment research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines retail and institutional solutions with access to diverse financial products.

Monica Spady is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Portland, OR, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She worked for UBS Global Asset Management for 20 years prior to joining UBS Financial Services in 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the boards of the Oregon Historical Society and Women in Wine, acting as treasurer for the latter. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Benjamin Piff is a CFP® certificant with five years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Charles Schwab in Portland, OR, where he has worked since 2025. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities, Fidelity Investments, and Edward Jones. Before entering the financial sector, he was employed at Clive Coffee for four years. 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 combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and providing access to alternative investments through a structured due diligence process.

Robert Monaco is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Portland, OR, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at ADP Broker Dealer Inc. and ADP LLC and spent time at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. Monaco is also associated with ADP Strategic Plan Services, LLC as a sales representative providing investment management and advisory services to plan sponsors. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, blending institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs proprietary research and model-based asset allocation to tailor plans that align with clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Tim Clairmont is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with various firms including Lion Street Advisors and Fortis Investors, and is an author and public speaker. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as treasurer on the board of the MDRT Foundation and holds elected political office. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary investment programs, including access to third-party money managers and bespoke portfolio solutions.

Nolan Meeuwsen is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to this, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC for seven years. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Lake Oswego, OR. 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.

Ryan O'quinn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Fred Meyer for sixteen years in produce inventory management, quality control, and training. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment strategies and advisory services supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branches.

Ian Hubbard is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Portland, OR, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, INC before joining LPL Financial in 2026. Hubbard is also vice president and a passive owner of Finity Group, LLC, where he acts as an independent insurance agent. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and various portfolio strategies.

Colin Eckert is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Tigard, Oregon, holding a Series 66 designation. He has approximately one year of industry experience, having previously worked at CPS Investment Advisors and Raymond Capital Advisors. Outside the financial sector, he has experience working at Smoothie King. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios, and it serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund‑of‑funds.

Luke Schwarz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Newberg, Oregon, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role at Ameriprise, he has worked in various positions including at Ameriprise TVZ Wealth Advisors and in contracting and printing businesses. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, utilizing a centralized consulting team and a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver annual, non-discretionary recommendation reports.