Cory Asher is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of a family rental property business. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm utilizes a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from a broad investable universe.

Stephan Hwang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2004 to 2021 before joining J.P. Morgan in 2021. Hwang serves as a board member and chair of the Investment Committee at the nonprofit Cancer Support Community. 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 and an ESG eligibility framework to guide its recommendations.

Oscar Subuyuc Xil is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing four years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021 and has prior experience with JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A., Baja Fresh, DoorDash, and Buffalo Wild Wings. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis.

Kyle Peters is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Vacaville, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Peters serves as a trustee of Fathers Trust. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Cassandra Bautista is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 17 years of experience at the firm. She oversees operations for an online sticker store on Etsy, a family business she manages in collaboration with her son. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and corporate fiduciaries.

Robyn De Soto is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. She has 20 years of industry experience and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools in its financial planning process.

Clarissa Dayoan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she provides life coaching focused on helping individuals overcome mental and emotional challenges related to loss and purpose. Ameriprise is an institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services targeted at clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Jeffrey Kragen is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and investment recommendations, with a notable focus on public finance and municipal client services.

Cassandra Vincent is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab Bank SSB and Unionbanc Investment Services. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, applying systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Andressa Clark is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at My Family Lounge Agency, Nevada Adventures, and Vaco LLC at Google. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Michael Binswanger is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and 16 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Metlife Securities Inc and MassMutual Life Insurance Co. Outside his advisory work, he owns a landscaping business. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved tools such as Monte Carlo simulations to support collaborative planning engagements.

Miguel Rodriguez is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies for families, individuals, and businesses. He focuses on areas including executive compensation, family wealth management, personal retirement planning, and small business strategies. Miguel works closely with clients to understand their unique financial goals and circumstances, providing tailored guidance to help them navigate complex financial decisions. Miguel holds a Bachelor's Degree from Malone University and has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in both Spanish and English, he is committed to building meaningful client relationships by uncovering what matters most to each individual and family he serves. Outside of his professional role, Miguel is active in his community through involvement with organizations such as Feed My Starving Children and Junior Achievement. He enjoys adventure sports, soccer, and spending time with his family, reflecting a balanced approach to his personal and professional life.

Elena Carolan is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network since 2022 and has held various positions at educational institutions including Cornell University and Oak Knoll School. Carolan also holds an inactive New York real estate salesperson license. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, and utilizes proprietary research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Samantha Sagers Davenport is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Brentwood, CA. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 22 years of industry experience, all with Mass Mutual Financial and MML Investors Services. MML Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser under MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual planning engagements and specializes in event-driven planning programs such as divorce and estate-settlement planning.

Joyce Lee is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. She focuses on providing clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to work toward their financial goals, emphasizing the importance of building strong, trusting relationships. Prior to her current role, Joyce served as a Financial Solution Advisor at Merrill from 2016 to 2023. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her expertise in financial planning and insurance solutions.

Kathryn Pancoast is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, than is typical for large institutional advisers.

Jeffrey Quintero is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Steven Victor is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as power of attorney for his father. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of planning services delivered through tailored recommendations supported by Wells Fargo research, with clients able to implement advice through various brokerage or advisory programs.

Patrick Fovel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at National Planning Corporation for 12 years before joining LPL Financial in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of BFM Wealth Management, a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios from internal and third-party sources.

David Tierney is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2016, including three years at Charles Schwab Investment Advisory. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset model portfolio investment approach supported by extensive research and alternative investment options.