Karlo Tajian is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential. He has been with Merrill since 2024 and has held prior positions at Bank of America and various other organizations. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Yun Hao is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Yun Hao provides clients with access to investment insights from Merrill and banking and lending solutions through Bank of America, leveraging a global network of specialists to explore financial possibilities in today's markets. Yun Hao has expertise in areas including corporate benefits, education planning, institutional investment consulting, services for endowments and non-profits, international wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, women and wealth, and retirement income. Yun Hao serves clients by offering customized financial strategies aligned with their priorities and goals. Yun Hao holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Harbin Engineering University. Fluent in English and Chinese, Yun Hao is also involved in community organizations such as Better Money Habits®/Financial Education, Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles and PSILY Foundation, and Pasadena Ronald McDonald House. Outside of professional responsibilities, Yun Hao enjoys hiking, music, reading, traveling, and yoga.

James Mc Cabe is a CFP® with 26 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with LPL Financial, having joined in 2024, and has prior experience at firms including Alps Distributors, PRIMECAP Management, RBC Capital Markets, and Oppenheimer. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and utilizes research and technology to support diversified investment strategies.

Ellen Yee is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 27 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Shuster Financial Group, LLC and Hub International. Outside of her advisory role, she is a managing partner in Flying Stars Omnimedia, LLC, involved in screenwriting and producing. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and third-party asset management programs, operating as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer.

Joseph Gitto is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Transamerica Financial Advisors, Woodbury Financial Services, and operating his own consulting firm, JCG Consulting Corp. Additionally, he teaches adult financial literacy classes at the Burbank Adult School. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including households of varying net worth, pension plans, corporate entities, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, supported by a large network of advisors and branches nationwide.

Vartges Markarian is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 credential and 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ascent Capital Management and U.S. Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and a centralized due diligence process. The firm incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations and offers customized, non-discretionary advisory services.

Wai Shing Stephen Law is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and no prior industry experience. His background includes roles at Bank of America and East West Bank, as well as ownership of a design and decoration company. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, financial planning, and custody services.

Kyle Colburn is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Franklin Distributors, LLC and Western Asset Management. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Eddie Richard is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, based in Arcadia, CA. He began his advisory career in 2025 after previous roles at BLAZR Inc and Hyatt Corporation. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, brokerage products, and access to various managed portfolios through both advisory and brokerage channels.

Joann Lee is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Outside of her advisory role, she is a part owner of K & J Essentials LLC, an e-commerce business focused on Amazon online selling with minimal day-to-day involvement. 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 manager due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Wesley Dunn is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Encino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He is also an author of five books, including financial education and children’s books, and his financial education book has been adapted into a video series with residual royalties. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients, offering tailored non-discretionary planning supported by advanced analytical tools and specialized consulting programs.

Pablo Lozano is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2019 and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Snap-On Tools and Uber. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment due diligence process.

Kelly Nelson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2018, Nelson worked at Augusta Precious Metals and the United States Postal Service. Outside of advising, Nelson is a self-published fiction author and operates as an independent contractor reseller on various online retail platforms. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning involves structured discovery conversations, firm-approved tools, and modeling techniques, while clients are responsible for plan implementation.

Kai Kang is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, and Laidlaw Wealth Management during his career. 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 employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Sabrina Verduzco is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual, an AI technology startup called Callo, and personal investment management. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Richard Humphries III is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he offers guidance on a range of financial matters including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and tax minimization. He also specializes in services tailored to corporate executives, women and wealth, sports and entertainment clients, and managing new wealth. He began his career in wealth management in 1998 when he joined Merrill Lynch. Richard is a qualified portfolio manager, enabling him to create and manage personalized investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, firm model portfolios, and third-party strategies. He holds multiple professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment (SE) certification. Richard earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of California at Los Angeles. He is involved in several organizations including Bruin Professionals, Athletes Touch, North Ranch Country Club, and Oaks Christian School. In his personal time, he enjoys activities such as basketball, football, golfing, traveling, and yoga.

Brandon Chhan is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and eight years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera and its affiliates since 2017 and has prior experience at Foresters Financial Services. Outside of advising, he serves as a creative manager for the Los Angeles chapter of Project by Project, a nonprofit focused on video production and editing, and also works as a notary. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and a range of third-party and affiliated investment options.

Raymond Mathieu is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at LPL Financial since 2017. Prior to this, he spent nine years with National Planning Corporation and has been associated with Gilson Financial Group for over two decades. Mathieu also teaches accounting at LA Valley Community College and engages in tax preparation through Gilson Financial Group. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research, model portfolios, and technology-driven solutions.

Christopher Swaine is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE Securities LLC, and Arbor Court Capital, LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab provides both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts supported by centralized custody and integrated operational services.

Michael Willard is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, where he has worked since 1998. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 36 years of industry experience. His prior affiliation includes Painewebber, concurrent with the early part of his tenure at UBS. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and alternative product distribution. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and uses proprietary research and asset allocation models to tailor client strategies.