Troy Lui is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He transitioned into wealth management after several years in the technology industry, drawing on his personal experience to guide clients in proactive financial planning. Troy focuses on helping professionals, particularly those in fast-paced industries, as well as families considering important life decisions and fostering financial confidence for future generations. His areas of expertise include education planning, employee benefits planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. Troy holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of California Davis. Outside of his professional work, Troy enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, basketball, cooking, interior decorating, music, pickleball, singing, skiing, and traveling.

Paula Ferreira Soares is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with three years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. Her prior experience includes roles at Edward Jones and a seven-year period with Dezign With a Z. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolios and third-party asset management access.

Amy Chan is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with Wealth Management Advisors to develop and implement personalized wealth plans for families and future generations. She focuses on building and maintaining multigenerational relationships and providing client services that help clients navigate Fidelity's resources to establish solid financial plans. Amy has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, advancing through roles that include Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Senior Relationship Manager, and currently Wealth Management Planning Consultant. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her work in financial planning and client advisory services.

Joanna Ho is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and JPMorgan Chase affiliates. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to support its financial advisory process.

Shrddha Singhi is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Bank and its clearing division, as well as BMO Bank NA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual and institutional clients through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

William Waggoner II is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Los Gatos, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney starting in 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Waggoner serves as the Defensive Coordinator for the varsity football team at Los Altos High School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured planning process supported by in-house tools and market simulations.

Joseph Nagy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Cupertino, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. 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 and access to model portfolios and third-party asset managers.

J Mckelvy is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 43 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools.

King Wong is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving clients since 2012, focusing on forming long-term relationships and addressing all aspects of clients' financial lives. King takes a hands-on approach to ensure clients' needs are met with attention and that financial strategies are effectively implemented. King specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and portfolio management services. He begins by understanding a client's family, financial situation, and priorities to develop a customized and flexible wealth management strategy. He also provides access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking conveniences and lending solutions of Bank of America. King holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from California State University and the designations Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife, Dione, and their two daughters, Shelby and Sydney.

Jack Damelio is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he is part of the GD Group. He focuses on helping entrepreneurs, founders, executives, and their families with wealth management, including areas such as pre-liquidity event planning, diversification strategies, corporate cash management, executive compensation optimization, and tax-sensitive investing. Jack serves as a Portfolio Advisor in the Merrill Investment Advisory Program, recommending investment strategies to help clients pursue their objectives. Jack began his career in wealth management at Morgan Stanley in 2022 as a Financial Advisor before joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management two years later. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Pomona College, where he also played infield on the varsity baseball team. He carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. A resident of San Francisco, Jack is a native of the Bay Area and has interests in football, golfing, music, spending time with his family, and traveling. He regularly volunteers with community organizations in the city.

Jeremy Mcchesney is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, and has previously worked at firms including Wells Fargo and First Republic Investment Management. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations and incorporates ESG criteria within eligible strategies.

Julius Scott is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs & Co and Neuberger Berman BD LLC. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program that emphasizes written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities through specialized regulatory registrations.

Gerard Bessette is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where he has served since 2026. In this role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their individual goals and priorities. His approach emphasizes collaboration and thoughtful guidance to help clients navigate their financial journeys. Prior to his current position, Gerard held the role of Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2026. His experience in the financial services industry includes positions at TD Ameritrade, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc, CUSO Financial Services, L.P, and AXA Advisors, LLC. Gerard holds a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation and maintains a CA Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Gerard enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, hiking, swimming, traveling, and caring for pets.

Andrew Walsh is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth management and tax minimization strategies. He works closely with clients to understand their priorities and helps develop personalized strategies to achieve their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His expertise covers a broad range of areas, including college education planning, executive compensation, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Andrew holds a Bachelor's Degree from the National University of Ireland and a Master's Degree from Imperial College. He carries the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is registered under NMLS#2287337. As part of his approach, he serves as a resource for investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events, providing clients with ongoing advice and guidance. Andrew can also connect clients with Bank of America specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Outside of his professional work, Andrew is a husband and father who enjoys spending time with his family. His personal interests include fishing, gardening, golfing, music, soccer, and traveling. He is actively involved in sports, including soccer, karate, and Gaelic youth sports.

Bradley Nering is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over a decade of experience in banking and wealth management, having started his career at Wells Fargo in 2012 as a licensed banker. He was promoted to Client Associate in 2013 and advanced to Financial Advisor in 2018. He focuses on providing personalized financial strategies that help clients achieve their objectives while maintaining high professional standards. Brad's expertise includes family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible and ESG investing, special needs planning, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. His passion for markets began in Wyatt, Indiana, trading corn and soybean futures with his father, which instilled principles of risk management and disciplined investment strategy. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Pepperdine University and studied abroad in Spain and Argentina, which broadened his global financial perspective. In addition to his professional pursuits, Brad is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is involved with the Surfrider community organization. He resides in San Jose, California, serving clients across the Bay Area and Los Angeles.

Suki Lee is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab since 1992 and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank since 2005. Outside of advising, she manages several rental properties in San Francisco. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm combines non-discretionary and discretionary investment approaches with centralized operational and supervisory structures.

Dennis Karle is a CFA® charterholder with 34 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2004, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. He is based in Palo Alto, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools.

Maria Aurea Dayap is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 1 year of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2014. 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.

Weilun Wang is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Enterprise LLC, Schwab Wealth Advisory, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, leveraging research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Kimberly Bradford is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. She collaborates with individuals and families to develop strategies for retirement planning, tax-efficient investing, and navigating major life transitions. Kimberly has experience in various financial roles, including Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill from 2022 to 2024, Senior Premier Banker at Wells Fargo from 2021 to 2022, and Relationship Manager at Bank of America from 2014 to 2018 and again from 2019 to 2021. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Kimberly has interests in art, fitness, food, running, and traveling.