Lucero Palomino is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2016 and previously at Bank of America, N.A. since 2025. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Brian Corado is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2017, also working concurrently at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2016. 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 searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with a focus on eligible strategies, including an ESG eligibility framework, supported by affiliates offering implementation and portfolio services.

Paul Byrd is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Global Markets before joining Wells Fargo Clearing and later Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of finance, he owns Argos Products Inc., which designs diving booties and gloves, and is a member of the band Neon Nation. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning services including niche areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis. Advisors use Wells Fargo research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, with clients choosing whether and how to implement them.

Steven Caron is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with Edward Jones in Corona, CA, bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016 and is also associated with the Mile High Institute since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Edwin Young Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 29 years of industry experience and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has worked at Cetera and Cetera Wealth Services since 2019 and previously spent seven years at VOYA Financial Advisors. In addition, he owns Young's Tax & Financial Services, a business providing tax preparation, accounting, audit representation, and fixed insurance product sales. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers, with more than 10,000 advisors and over $256 billion in assets under management.

Chun Ng is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, N.A., and East West Bank. 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.

Catherine Hollifield is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Ruben Rodriguez is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Riverside, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2013 and has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 2009. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home security services through affiliated Primerica companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses third-party asset managers and maintains a tiered wrap fee structure, focusing on curated investment models rather than institutional pension or profit-sharing plan management.

Jingdi Sun is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Since 2015, Sun has worked with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMC Bank NA (Southwest). 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 searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening with qualitative research and incorporates ESG considerations within its eligible strategies.

Freeman Leung is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including U.S. Bancorp Investments, HSBC Securities, Merrill, and LPL Financial. Outside of finance, he owns and operates Glamor Nails & Spa, a personal services nail salon. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm offers non-discretionary advice focused on asset allocation, investment manager selection, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a blend of quantitative and qualitative research.

Christopher Macarthur is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 35 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica since 1990 and has prior experience with the City of Riverside and The Gage Canal Company. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a 25-acre orange orchard. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and utilizes a tiered wrap fee structure, focusing exclusively on individual investors rather than institutional or pension plans.

David Lung is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Irvine, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Raymond James & Associates, Wells Fargo, Merrill, and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisor role, he is involved in property management as a partner in several rental real estate ventures. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by advanced modeling tools and a structured planning process.

William Anast is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Orange, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 31 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual and its affiliated firms since 1994. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a direct insurance business working with insurance companies outside of the MassMutual system. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides collaborative, ongoing financial planning engagements and offers specialized programs including estate settlement and employer-sponsored planning.

Carlos Rosales Vasquez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 credential. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, and Anteater Group. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including El Nido Family Centers and LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, where he holds leadership positions related to finance and governance. 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, and institutional investors.

Shawn Sessions is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing, Merrill, and Banc of America Investment Services. Outside of advisory roles, he owns and manages a business called TBD, LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs serving both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Andrew Chou is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His career includes roles at firms such as Woodbury Financial Services, OSAIC, Centaurus Financial, and Fidelity. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a city councilman for Diamond Bar, California, participating in local government activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions. The firm provides a range of investment solutions, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and retirement advice, supported by extensive advisor resources and technology.

Travis Bovee is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Tustin, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, he worked at Ecolab Inc for 11 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Todd Dreyer is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 38 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise, Minnesota Life, Securian Financial Services, and Signator Investors. 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, and institutional platforms.

Jonathan Varenchik is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Irvine, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2021, he worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC from 2013 to 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a wide array of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Ociel Cecilio is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Irvine, CA, with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.