Kay Yamada is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rolling Hills Estates, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 39 years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and was previously with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney beginning in 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools to support clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in assets.

Aaron Volen is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Seal Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an officer of Pageant Coaching & Designs Inc., a company focused on pageant coaching and consulting. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies. The firm serves a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Derek Kokubun is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS and Concurrent Advisors before joining Raymond James in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Wolfley Wealth Management, a support company based in Long Beach. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning and investment consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and municipal entities. The firm offers non-discretionary, customized advisory services and is notable for its integration with municipal and public finance activities through its institutional and referral networks.

Norbert Chen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in private tutoring and financial education. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of representatives, offering a broad range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services.

Michelle Moldenhauer Smart is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has prior experience with Wachovia Securities and Wells Fargo Advisors dating back to 1998. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, serving as an ERISA fiduciary and offering investment options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Gregory Prough is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Long Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Kristiane Sweeney is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Wells Fargo entities since 2011, including Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering a range of services from investment policy statement preparation to performance reporting and participant education. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Daniel Gracy is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in La Mirada, CA, holding CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 63 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he has involvement in real estate ownership. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service primarily for clients with significant investable assets, delivering written recommendations on income strategies, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research, modeling, and automated tools overseen by a dedicated committee to tailor retirement planning advice.

Desiree Tuck is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been working since 2024. Prior to this role, she held positions as an Investment Consultant from 2022 to 2024, a Relationship Manager in 2022, and a Financial Representative from 2021 to 2022, all within Fidelity Investments. In her role, Desiree focuses on collaborating with individuals and families to develop financial plans and investment strategies tailored to their goals. She aims to provide clients with confidence and peace of mind through personalized financial guidance. Desiree holds a California Insurance License.

Nathan Pilataxi is an advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He has held positions at Fidelity Investments since 2024 and previously worked at US Bank and MUFG Union Bank. His background also includes experience in education at Long Beach City College and Millikan High School. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services as well as model portfolios.

Hanna Weintraub is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, she worked at Spinnaker Investment Group, LLC and held roles at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Before entering the financial industry, she was involved with Original Chop Shop, Point B Realty, and Upward Projects. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by due diligence from its Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Simran Singh is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Torrance, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2017, Singh worked at Principal Financial Group and Principal Securities, Inc. from 2016 to 2017. 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 large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis through a centralized due-diligence framework.

Alden Landis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Target and studied at California State University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a variety of clients, including retail and institutional investors, through a process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves as a registered commodity pool operator and offers model portfolios and advisory services to registered investment companies.

Brian Rossney is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as co-trustee of his mother's trust. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Nathan Lee is the Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch, where he leads portfolio management and asset allocation development for the Lee & Yodowitz Group. He specializes in wealth planning, estate and legacy planning, money management, corporate retirement plans, and alternative investment strategies. Nathan works closely with business owners on cash management, financing for growth and acquisitions, and succession planning. With over 21 years of industry experience, Nathan joined Merrill Lynch in 2004 after working at UBS Financial Services. He holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Finance from Texas Tech University, with an emphasis on asset pricing models and option strategies. Nathan has earned professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Nathan is active in community organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club of Long Beach and the National Eagle Scout Association chapter in Los Angeles. He balances his professional commitments with family life, sharing his interests in railroading, antiquing, football, gardening, genealogy, skiing, surfing, and traveling with his wife and three children.

Zarina Sullivan is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has been affiliated with various Cetera entities since 2016. Outside of her advisory work, she provides educational presentations on basic financial literacy to military personnel through Zeiders Enterprises. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, institutional, and retirement plan clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Anusha Sriram is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, Citigroup, and JP Morgan. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm provides financial planning, portfolio management, and access to proprietary research to tailor strategies based on clients’ goals and risk tolerance.

Steve Hahn is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, bringing 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. for 19 years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning that employs firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines broad retail and institutional services with specialized investment strategies.

Martha Cannady is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 35 years of experience in financial services. She has served as a Portfolio Manager in the firm's Investment Advisory Program and has expertise in Family Wealth Management Strategies, Personal Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management Services, Tax Minimization, and Retirement Income. Martha joined Merrill Lynch in 2008 after previously working at Morgan Stanley from 1995 to 2008, where she held roles including Vice President and Assistant Branch Manager of the Long Beach Branch. Martha holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from California State University, Fullerton. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA®) designation, and is a member of the National Association of Plan Advisors. Additionally, she has taught Successful Money Management classes at several community colleges. Fluent in Spanish, Martha is involved in community organizations including serving as a Board Member for the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the California 32nd District Agricultural Association, Orange County Fair Board. She has also held an Executive Board Member position at Alzheimer's Orange County. Martha enjoys cooking, hiking, traveling, and walking the Camino de Santiago. She and her husband, Bruce, reside in Cypress, California, and have two daughters.

Darrin Frankel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in El Segundo, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and works at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and incorporates structured planning tools and models in its financial planning process.