Wen Lee is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, working with individuals, families, and business owners at various stages of the business cycle. Wen takes time to thoroughly listen to and understand each client's financial situation, preferences, and goals, providing tailored recommendations based on factors such as risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and overall investment objectives. In his role, Wen coordinates with clients' trusted partners, including attorneys, accountants, and tax specialists, to ensure comprehensive and customized financial solutions. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and completed his high school education at Ulysses Grant High. Wen is fluent in English and Mandarin. Outside of his professional work, Wen enjoys golfing with friends and clients.

Carol Otters is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in La Palma, CA, where she has worked since 2011. She has 14 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Amanda Oliai is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2016, with a brief period away from the industry. Prior to her advisory career, she was affiliated with the University of California, Riverside for three years. 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 and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Omar Ching is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, NYLIFE Securities LLC, New York Life Insurance Co., and Orion Metal Exchange. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Usha Cervantes is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, she worked at Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. for 10 years. Cervantes is also the author of the book "Over 100 First Samoan Words" and owns a business called Lochytocker 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice and account management provided by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

James Kefalas III is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors since 2009 and has prior experience in non-variable insurance from 2010 to 2018. Additionally, he is the owner of Kefalasfoley Investment Services Inc., a support company unrelated to investment management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized advisory programs and municipal advisory services.

Robert Claros is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc., Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, and Bank of America. He is involved in Novus Wealth Group, a DBA related to his LPL business. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered by investment adviser representatives who utilize both proprietary research models and third-party strategies.

Benjamin Ashkinos is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Arcadia, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm employs an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations and offers non-discretionary services delivered by a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Byung Chong is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at CUSO Financial Services and Wescom Financial Services. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Nhan Le is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2018 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns GML Design, a business involved in resale products for online retail commerce. 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 offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party data.

Todd Pam is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Claremont, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Deutsche AM Distributors, CrossRoads Capital Distributors, Clearbridge Investments, and Blackrock Financial Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Debbie Chen is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing nine years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Bank USA National Association, spanning from 2010 to the present. 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 uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to deliver tailored financial planning and portfolio management.

Chuck Ives is a Wealth Management Advisor based in Brea, California, leading a close-knit team dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and businesses in making informed decisions about their wealth. He works within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and offers a client experience that values each person as an individual with unique priorities and aspirations. With over 25 years of experience, Chuck specializes in helping clients navigate significant life transitions such as retirement planning, business sales, home acquisitions, and coping with the death of a loved one. His focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He is persistent and proactive in advancing client priorities, capitalizing on resources enterprise wide. Chuck holds a Master's Degree from Southern Methodist University and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida. He carries several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of work, he enjoys playing tennis and golf and has an interest in traveling and engaging with diverse cultures, experiences shaped by spending much of his upbringing abroad.

Tony Kim is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in San Gabriel, CA, with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering a non-discretionary program supported by an in-house manager solutions team and centralized due diligence.

Curtis Young is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at RBC Capital Markets and Charles Schwab, where he worked from 2013 to 2021. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm offers fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and distributes mutual funds and alternative products, leveraging proprietary research and capital market assumptions to tailor strategies to client goals and risk tolerances.

Philip Gleason is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013 and transitioned to Cetera in 2023. Outside of advisory work, he is also an insurance agent selling life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Michael Co is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools.

Mengying Huang is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera, Huang worked at Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program platforms and third-party managers through its multi-manager platform.

Carly Peck is Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where she leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to helping clients pursue their vision of financial success. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, Branch Leader, and now Vice President, Branch Leader. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Carly worked as an Assistant National Account Executive at Celtic Commercial Finance from 2018 to 2019. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her expertise in financial and insurance services.

Wynne I is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 31 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, Wynne serves as a successor trustee for the David I Family Trust. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers research and capital markets solutions through its integrated platform.