Robert Walczuk is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Thousand Oaks, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2007. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning that covers a wide range of topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option.

Jasmin Baeva is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she partners with advisors to provide holistic financial planning tailored to clients' unique goals. In her role, she collaborates with clients and their families to implement investment strategies that align with their financial needs. Jasmin has held positions at Fidelity Investments since 2023, including Relationship Manager and currently as a Planning Consultant. Her prior experience includes roles as a Private Client Banker at JP Morgan Chase, a Senior Relationship Banker at Union Bank, and a Relationship Banker at US Bank. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Jasmin enjoys attending concerts, fitness activities, social events with friends, outdoor adventures, sailing, and traveling.

Walker Franks is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience. He has worked with several firms, including Avanatax Advisory Services and Michael Drews CPA, and currently serves as president of Franks & Associates LLC, which provides tax preparation, tax planning, and bookkeeping services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies.

Bertha Valentine is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as executor for a special needs trust. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to fiduciary clients of Bank of America through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Sessa is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 42 years of industry experience. His prior roles include 17 years at Western International Securities, Inc. and 21 years at Walk-Safe Industries, Inc. 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, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

May Liu is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2018. Her prior experience includes roles at Logix Federal Credit Union, Invest Financial Corporation, J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services Corp., Merrill, and Citigroup Global Markets. Liu is based in Thousand Oaks, CA. 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 through its network of investment adviser representatives, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized investment strategies.

Andrew Grieder is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2024. Prior to his current role, he held positions in various fields including food and grocery delivery services and higher education. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, focusing on comprehensive, goal-based analyses and broad financial planning topics without discretionary portfolio management.

Derek Newell is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill, along with various positions outside the financial industry. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Kristen Lopez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Farmers Financial Solutions and Morgan Stanley. She is based in Newbury Park, CA. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Emily Desimone is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial industry. She currently works at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, where she has been since 2011. Her prior roles include positions at Modera Wealth Management, LLC and Back Bay Financial Group, Inc. Strategic Advisers provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, through a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios to intermediary platforms.

Christian Fuess is the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Woodland Hills, California. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation and serves clients by developing personalized financial strategies to help them pursue their long-term goals in various areas including college education planning, executive and equity compensation, family wealth management, retirement planning, tax minimization, and legacy planning. With over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, Christian focuses on assisting foundations, endowments, public and private retirement plans, businesses, and individual clients with wealth accumulation and preservation decisions. He earned an Associate's Degree from Moorpark College, a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from San Diego State University, and a Master's Degree in Business Administration specializing in Financial Planning from California Lutheran University. In addition to his CFP® certification, he holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Christian is involved in his community as a weekly mentor for C.A.R.E. Foster Kids, a board member for the Cancer Hope Foundation, and a participant in Malachi Dads. He resides in Westlake Village, California, with his wife Stephanie and their two children.

Sylvia Rodriguez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016 and holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in sole proprietorship of real estate investments. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools to support its clients’ financial goals.

Alisa Stearns is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westlake Village, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and models as part of its financial planning process.

Eyal Yaffe is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works directly with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals. Eyal leverages the investment resources of Merrill Lynch alongside the banking and lending services of Bank of America to support clients’ wealth management needs. Eyal holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Canisius College. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Eyal is actively involved in his community through volunteer work, reflecting his commitment to the tradition of service valued by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.

Mark Caubo is a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works closely with clients to understand their current financial situations and introduces them to financial solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. He focuses on empowering clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to take control of their financial lives and select platforms that best fit their needs. Mark has expertise in helping clients manage diverse financial priorities such as buying a home, saving for college, caring for elderly parents, and preparing for healthcare needs. As a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, he works one-on-one with clients to define their financial goals, design appropriate portfolio strategies, and provide ongoing advice tailored to changing circumstances. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Mumbai and professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

William Lopez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing six years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles within Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing, as well as positions at LPL Financial and LOGIX Federal Credit Union. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory options. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Sean Leonard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Lionscove. He serves on the boards of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme and CASA Pacifica’s Investment Committee, and participates in the Kiwanis Thousand Oaks Youth Services Committee. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Dominic Pino is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Camarillo, CA, with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and Ameriprise Financial Services LLC. Prior to his financial services career, he was involved with Deer Lodge Tavern and Instrumental Music Company. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Ryan Parker is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Westlake Village, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at FantasyPros and held mortgage-related roles at Planet Home Lending, HomeBridge Financial, and Prospect Mortgage. Outside of finance, he is involved in music licensing through the American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP). Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools, without providing individual security recommendations in its standalone financial planning services.

Jeffrey Krinsky is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Westlake Village, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Crowell, Weedon & Co., and Merrill. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.