Miguel Sotelo Jaime is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch for 13 years. He is currently based in Cypress, CA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Pengxin Fang is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2022. Prior to that, he has been associated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Le Berthon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at the University of California Irvine and College of the Canyons. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines common large-firm offerings with less typical activities such as private fund relationships and principal trading.

Amy Kamps is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at LPL Financial since 2000 and Financial Advisors Network since 2014. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in medical and life insurance sales through Kamps Asset Management Planning Services, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management programs, supported by technology tools and a broad platform that includes affiliated insurance services and banking partnerships.

Gregory Tobey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Orange, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in an online business that generates nonhazardous products. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives using both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Brooke Zasadny is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. She has experience at Edward Jones from 2021 to 2023 and has been with LPL Financial and Verdugo Wealth Management since 2023. Prior to her financial career, she spent five years in full-time education and was involved with the ACT Volleyball Club for one year. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Rodzl De Los Reyes is a financial advisor with Merrill in Baldwin Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2016 and is also affiliated with the California Military Department and Bank of America, N.A. Outside of advising, he serves as an officer, director, and owner of Rexxons Holdings, Inc., a real estate property management company. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sandeep Madhavan is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2003 to 2020. Madhavan serves on the Board of Directors for the Santiago Canyon College Foundation and is the Sponsorship Chair for the Tustin Western Little League. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies. As a large institutional firm, it offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

John Mishima is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm focuses on delivering non-discretionary advice through a select group of Wealth Advisors and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

James Mc Elroy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Grove Point Advisors, Diversified Securities, and Merrill, among others. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in the training and care of horses. 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 wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of advisors.

Raymond Fong is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Long Beach, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Nicalis Inc. for six years and was self-employed at Renown Auto Style Inc. for eight years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Eric Lee is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at HSBC Bank USA NA, Cetera Investment Services, and East West Bank. Merrill, along 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Dylan Lara is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities based in Buena Park, CA. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities, he worked at JPMC Bank NA and was involved with Stinkin Crawfish. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its investment approach.

Carole Ann Nero is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Merrill and Bank of America. Outside of her advisory work, she is a sole proprietor of a rental property business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured processes.

Daryl Riley is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Crown Capital Securities, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wamu Investments, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is a fitness instructor. 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, and institutional platforms.

John Watson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Tustin, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked at Robert Half and spent time at Auburn University for both employment and education. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning and tax-aware withdrawal strategies through a collaborative, non-discretionary approach.

Diane Gutierrez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at the University of California Santa Barbara, the University of Georgia, and the University of Denver. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and provides model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Jared Snyder is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab in various capacities since 2024, as well as at Merrill and Bank of America prior to that. Outside of his advisory role, Jared officiates basketball contests for the NCAA and other amateur leagues. Charles Schwab 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’s integrated approach combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and a structured alternative investment selection process.

Matthew Montegani is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2023, he worked at Rizzo Financial Group and held positions at Costco Wholesale, Arizona State University, Jamba Juice, and Servite High School. He holds a Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides research-driven, model-based asset allocation to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Brandon Bennett is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Northwestern Mutual and involvement in educational and recreational settings such as California State University Long Beach and Virginia Country Club. 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 range of financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisers, utilizing diverse strategies and technology tools to support client accounts.