Maria Chavez is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Oppenheimer and D.A. Davidson & Co. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients with customized investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and integrates capital markets capabilities with portfolio management and financial planning services.

Nevil Dhabhar is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2025, he worked for CUSO Financial Services and Fidelity in various advisory and brokerage roles from 2005 to 2021. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by in-house and third-party research.

Melissa Cardenas is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and with three years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, AllianceBernstein, as well as self-employment and legal positions at Shegerian & Associates, Inc. and California Employment Counsel, APC. 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 for investment recommendations.

Robert Gomez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 11 years and spent three years at California State University, Long Beach. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advice. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Linda Klugman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Torrance, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 31 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Waddell & Reed, various insurance carriers, and multiple community organizations. She serves as treasurer for Temple Emet and auditor for the Redondo Beach PTSA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by internal and third-party research.

Kayla Schmit is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to her advisory role, she worked at The Slice and Pint for four years. 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 and discretionary investment options, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Hiroko Okunaga is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Torrance, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2000 and is currently involved with Libec Sales of America. Outside of her advisory work, Okunaga is a Reiki Master and teacher at Oneness Holistic Care. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts structured as wrap-fee solutions. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Louie Bitanga is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hermosa Beach, CA, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in commercial real estate ownership. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Alejandro Acosta is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2009. 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, and institutional investors. The firm is integrated with Bank of America’s corporate platform, providing access to a broad set of financial products and services.

Kevin Bloom is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Hartford Investment Financial Services and multiple Cetera entities since 2017. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting advisors through various program structures and investment options.

Michael Rudkin is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 20 years of industry experience. He has held his current role since 2009 at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by data-driven modeling tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Conrad Sundqvistolmos is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he worked as a freelance production coordinator and lead man. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services that include investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s approach 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.

Magdalena Keech is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Manhattan Beach, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials. She has one year of industry experience and previously worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Jackson Coffee Co, LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm offers a range of advisory services and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Mary Huang is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc., and World Financial Group, Inc. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model portfolio programs, and third-party asset management, combining adviser programs with sales of financial products such as insurance.

Sobhna Magana is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Torrance, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial and its predecessor, Linsco/Private Ledger, since 2007. 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 broad range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Shannon Ryan is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently with RBC Capital Markets. Prior to joining RBC in 2026, Ryan worked for Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of financial advising, Ryan is the owner of a children’s book company focused on financial literacy for young readers and serves as a professor at The American College of Financial Services. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering a variety of advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a mix of in-house and third-party managers.

Donna Mcneely is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Kinecta Federal Credit Union and LPL Financial. She serves on the boards of the Kinecta Community Foundation, Apollo Insurance Services, Inc., and Cancer Support Community South Bay, where she is vice president elect. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Frank Arens is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, based in Long Beach, CA. He has five years of industry experience, including four years at Edward Jones prior to joining LPL Financial. His background includes roles outside finance, such as involvement with a septic and sewer company and educational consulting. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Hokon Yun is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 11 years before joining LPL Financial. Based in Torrance, CA, Yun serves a broad range of clients. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Justin Holcher is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 29 years of experience serving high-net-worth families. He leads a wealth management team dedicated to assisting affluent families and institutions by developing customized strategies that focus on growing, preserving, and building a legacy of wealth. Justin's approach involves listening carefully to each client's unique needs and objectives, starting with a thorough analysis of their current financial situation to create a personalized financial strategy that addresses short-term needs and long-term goals. Justin holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California and holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). His expertise covers areas such as corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, education planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, and retirement income. He has been married for 25 years, has three children, and is a long-time resident of Palos Verdes, California. Outside of his professional work, Justin enjoys activities such as basketball, camping, hiking, skiing, soccer, spending time with his family, and traveling.