Daniel Miller is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Charles Schwab in San Francisco, CA, with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Celigo, Emergence, and Doma, as well as periods dedicated to extended travel. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Bitals Maharjan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Charles Schwab & Co, and currently JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Since 2024, he has served as a board member for the Newa Organization of America Northern California Chapter, participating in cultural event volunteer work. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm delivers services on a non-discretionary basis, allowing clients to retain final decision-making authority.

Edward Van Der Velden is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS in multiple capacities since 2016, with a brief tenure at Morgan Stanley in 2017. Prior to his advisory career, he was affiliated with Santa Clara University for four years. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor investment plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a range of products including fee-based financial planning and discretionary portfolio management.

Brian Echeverria is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2014. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Anna Levaggi is a Series 63-licensed financial advisor with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2013, working in their San Mateo, CA office. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jason Ting is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial services in 2002, joining his family members at Merrill Lynch. Jason focuses on listening to and understanding each client to help craft wealth management strategies that address both short-term needs and long-term goals, with particular attention to philanthropic giving strategies. He has also served as an approved financial advisor spokesman for Merrill in national and local media. Jason has earned several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He holds a bachelor's degree in Communications with a minor in Video Production/Public Relations from the University of California, San Diego. Community involvement is important to Jason; he has served on the boards of organizations such as the Samaritan House and the Mills–Peninsula Hospital Foundation, and is part of the Leadership Council of San Mateo County. He resides in San Mateo, California, with his wife and daughter, and his personal interests include tennis, theater, and cars.

Paul Luciano is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 1993. He serves a client base consisting mainly of entrepreneurs and venture capitalists, focusing on comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management. Paul emphasizes liability management, tax minimization, estate planning, and the inclusion of non-correlated assets such as private and public equity and alternative investments in portfolios to help clients achieve their long-term financial goals with reduced risk. Paul holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from California State University, Long Beach, and also studied at Northeastern University in Boston. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certificant and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation. In his role, he manages portfolios on a discretionary basis, using a variety of investment strategies including individual securities, model portfolios, and third-party strategies. Originally from New York, Paul has lived in the Bay Area for over 30 years. He and his wife, Leslie, have three children and share interests in fitness and outdoor activities such as skiing and golf. Paul is also involved in community service, having served on several non-profit boards.

Araceli Castaneda Ramirez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked at H&R Block and American Girl, and also spent time at San Francisco State University. Outside of her advisory role, she operates online retail stores on platforms including Etsy and Facebook Marketplace and has worked as an extra and model. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning solutions while managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Rasa Petrauskaite is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and Merrill. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm delivers services on a non-discretionary basis, allowing clients to retain final decision-making authority.

Jordon Luo is a Financial Consultant who employs a consultative, data-driven approach to financial advice, focusing on planning, portfolio construction, and measurable outcomes. He assists clients in evaluating trade-offs, managing risk, and aligning investments with long-term goals, with particular attention to tax efficiency. Jordon has held several roles in the financial services industry, including Investment Consultant and Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Relationship Manager for Corporate Brokerage Solutions at Morgan Stanley, Branch Service Representative at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley, and Relationship Banker and Small Business Specialist at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Jordon competes as a professional MMA athlete, an experience that reinforces discipline, preparation, and accountability in his client relationships. His personal interests include comedy, fitness, and golf.

Dane Tinley is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on delivering personalized wealth management strategies that align with each client's unique financial goals. Dane works closely with clients to develop flexible plans that respond to changing market conditions, offering access to Merrill’s investment insights as well as the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America. His expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, special needs planning strategies, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Dane emphasizes collaboration and transparency, coordinating with clients’ attorneys and tax professionals to ensure comprehensive financial management. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of California. Dane also values community involvement, dedicating time to volunteering with local organizations in line with Merrill’s tradition of service.

Flor Santana is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 27 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Santana also teaches part-time at the College of San Mateo. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and research support from both internal and third-party sources.

Daniel Jackson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is a shareholder in an investment-related business, Michael J. Ryan and Associates, based in San Mateo, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and utilizing structured planning tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and corporate agreements.

Walter Gowen IV is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 65 designation and with 7 years of industry experience. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2012. Fisher Investments serves a diverse global clientele, including institutional and private investors such as pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process that integrates quantitative and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios, and offers additional services including sub-advisory and retirement plan management.

Abu Farukh is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 46 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2012. The firm is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. It serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various advisory programs.

Jennifer Kirby is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Alameda, CA, with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Ava Hagen is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, working within the Santa Barbara branch. In her current role, she supports clients through financial planning conversations and collaborates with multiple Wealth Management teams. Prior to her current position, Ava served as a Relationship Manager and High Net Worth Associate at Fidelity Investments, gaining experience in client relations and wealth management from 2021 through 2025. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Ava engages in activities such as beach outings, cooking and baking, reading, skiing, and swimming.

Christina Ward is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, she worked at Accenture for three years. She is the founder and director of Work for America, Inc., a nonprofit organization focused on creating employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering customized financial planning and consulting through various advisory programs.

Luis Castro is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works collaboratively with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. He provides guidance on various financial topics, including general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected expenses. Luis holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He has completed an Accredited Certificate Program from the London School of Economics and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California. He also holds a High School Diploma from Woodside Priory. Luis supports clients by connecting them with specialists from Bank of America in areas such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions, providing comprehensive financial advice that adjusts as clients' needs evolve.

Cary Koh is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Ting & Associates team. Since joining the firm in 2013, he has focused on building and strengthening client relationships to support their long-term financial success. He works closely with individuals and families to understand their goals, values, and priorities and to develop practical strategies for college education planning, family wealth management, retirement income, liquidity management, and portfolio management services. Before entering the financial industry, Cary was a concert violinist and professional conductor. He holds a bachelor's degree in music from the University of California, Berkeley, and a master's degree in violin performance from the Manhattan School of Music in New York City. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Cary is also fluent in English and Mandarin. Cary serves as Bank of America's Corporate Board Representative on the Board of Trustees for Cal Performances at UC Berkeley. He is a Past President of the Rotary Club of Burlingame & Hillsborough and was previously a Board Trustee of the Crowden Music Center in Berkeley. In his personal time, Cary enjoys golfing and playing chamber music.