Emma Johnson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2018, with prior experience at AssetMark. Charles Schwab serves primarily 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 services.

Wyatt Blanco is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, his work history includes roles unrelated to financial advising. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Alid Franco Basurto is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in restaurant operations at Morenos Mexican Grill, where he manages employee schedules. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, 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 tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Linda Handley is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Michael Self is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2020 and previously spent 15 years with First Financial Equity Corp. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as a trustee managing client trusts and acts as a power of attorney for a family friend. He is affiliated with Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of investment management and retirement services, including access to multiple program structures and third-party managers.

Anna Setlak is a financial advisor at Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation. She has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Bank of America, Pour Decisions, Bagger Daves, Big Woods, Charles Schwab, Lake City Bank, and was part of Shilts & Setlak, LLC. Merrill, along 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Le Ger is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he operated Shine Design Mobile Detailing for four years and worked in education at Chandler/Gilbert Community College and Campo Verde High School. Outside of advising, he works as a server at Elliott's Steakhouse in Chandler, AZ. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs and educational seminars, using detailed client data and firm-approved analytical tools to deliver financial recommendations.

Mason Massow is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at LPL Financial. Prior to joining LPL in 2026, he worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services Inc. for a combined seven years. Outside of his advisory role, Mason is an associate at Massow Wealth Strategies, where he supports business operations. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm utilizes a variety of investment approaches, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

Ryan Evans is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. Prior to his advisory roles, his background includes positions at Arizona State University and various service and management roles. 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 strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Talon Supak is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PGA Tour Canada and Grayhawk Golf Club. Merrill, along 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.

Drake Paalani Wilson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at E*TRADE Securities LLC and Bridgecrest. Outside of his advisory work, he owns Nobriga Asset Management LLC, a company involved in SEO and marketing. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured planning tools and investment research.

David Kelly is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity in various capacities since 2012, including roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Prior to Fidelity, he held positions at USAA Financial Planning Services and Chase Investment Services Corp. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and it maintains distinctive regulatory registrations and advisory roles uncommon among large institutional peers.

David Dorward is the Senior Resident Director of the Phoenix office and a Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1995 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1997. His professional focus is on serving ultra-high net worth clients, including corporate executives, professional athletes, physicians, retirees, and business owners. As a Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized or defined discretionary investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management model portfolios, and third-party strategies. He holds professional designations such as Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) and is recognized as a Forbes Best in State Wealth Advisor from 2019 to 2026. He holds multiple FINRA registrations including Series 7, 63, 65, 52, 31, 9, and 10 Securities Principal. David earned his Bachelor's degree from Northern Arizona University and is an Arizona native. He is a graduate and alumnus of Scottsdale Leadership Organization (Class XXI). His community involvement includes serving on the Board of Directors for the Fiesta Bowl organization. He has also dedicated time to several local charities and served as a Reserve Volunteer for the Paradise Valley Police Department.

Bennett Conklin is a CFP® and ChFC® with 32 years of experience in financial advising. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branches.

Sophia Nipp is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Barton & Associates Inc. Outside of finance, she has worked in various other fields including at TN Air and Moondance Grill. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and integrates an ESG eligibility framework, supported by affiliates for implementation and portfolio services.

Robert Palke is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. for nine years before joining Merrill in 2022. He is also associated with a family-held real estate LLC, Land Research and Development, though he is not actively engaged in its operations. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Daniel Wellman is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2007, including 10 years with Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily 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 and discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Nathaniel Carlon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Scottsdale, AZ, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 registrations and 22 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc, Equitable Advisors, and Chase Investment Services Corp. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with BMC Strategies, a non-investment-related business entity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, with a focus on providing both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies supported by operational and research tools.

Lindsey Barba is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she occasionally works as a grocery delivery shopper for Instacart on weekends. 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 and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Pedro Franco is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Edward Jones, Morgan Stanley, and Vanguard. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting.