Thomas Jones is a financial advisor at Cerity Partners LLC with 36 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cerity Partners in 2023, he worked for Gamble Jones Investment Counsel for 49 years. He is based in Pasadena, CA. Cerity Partners serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, business entities, charitable institutions, and institutional investors. The firm offers customized wealth management services utilizing a client-specific investment framework that incorporates quantitative screening, manager selection, and direct security selection, along with access to alternative and private market solutions for qualified clients.

J Barnes is a financial advisor at Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc. with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Capital Group Private Client Services since 2021 and previously spent five years with Capital Bank and Trust Company. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management to high-net-worth individuals, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm uses a multi-manager investment approach focused on fundamental research and long-term horizons, typically implementing client portfolios through separately managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investment vehicles.

Michael Schmid is a CFP® and CFA® with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc. since 2021 and previously spent 10 years at Capital Bank & Trust Company. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals and charitable organizations, using a multi-manager approach that combines separately managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, and access to private equity and alternative funds.

Alison Gamble is a financial advisor at Cerity Partners LLC with 32 years of industry experience. She worked at Gamble Jones Investment Counsel for 21 years before joining Cerity Partners in 2023. She serves as a trustee and chair of the finance committee for Mayfield Senior School in Pasadena, CA. Cerity Partners advises a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, families, institutions, and business entities, managing approximately $166.2 billion in assets. The firm offers customized wealth management services and employs a client-specific investment framework that incorporates both third-party strategies and direct security selection.

Michael Barragan is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) in San Dimas, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Mutual of America Securities, Ameriprise, and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. In addition to advisory work, he is appointed with outside carriers to broker non-registered insurance products. Eagle Strategies serves a broad mix of individual and institutional clients, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of affiliated investment adviser representatives. The firm emphasizes tailored recommendations and manages most assets on a non-discretionary basis.

Alex Canzano is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Based in Los Angeles, CA, he has been with Citigroup since 2022. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients through various wealth management segments, offering multi-asset, multi-manager investment programs alongside broker-dealer execution and custody services. The firm combines large institutional scale with specialized market roles, providing discretionary solutions and a range of investment options including separately managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative products.

Kendra Baranko is a CFP®, CFA®, and Series 65 credentialed advisor with 11 years of industry experience. She currently works at Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC and was previously with Pillar Pacific Capital Management, LLC. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services provides financial planning, asset management, and retirement-plan consulting for individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm manages over $122 billion in regulatory assets under management, utilizing diversified, risk-class based allocations that combine passive and active management overseen by an internal Investment Committee.

Nevin Garcia is a financial professional with GWN Securities Inc. in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining GWN Securities, he worked at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company during 2025, and has also held roles at HNTB Corporation and Foss Maritime Company. Outside of his advisory work, he provides ski instruction to youth through the Blue Angeles Youth Ski & Snowboard Program and operates a pet sitting service locally. GWN Securities offers investment advisory and related services to individual and corporate clients through various managed account programs and financial planning. The firm employs a combination of affiliated and unaffiliated sub-advisers using model-based allocations informed by asset allocation and Modern Portfolio Theory, and it is noted for utilizing market-timing and momentum-based strategies in legacy programs.

Tony Yang is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Citigroup since 2013. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a range of investment advisory programs and broker-dealer services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies with in-house research and oversight, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions.

Cindy Pheng is a financial advisor with Citigroup Global Markets, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 12 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include nine years at JP Morgan Securities and over three decades at Modern Jewelers. She is also co-owner of two private rental property entities. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a broad range of investment advisory programs and execution services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies through discretionary and non-discretionary programs and maintains notable institutional scale with unique market roles.

Janice Vuong is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors who holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has eight years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Anneta Insurance Solutions, Janice Vuong - Health Insurance Services, Morgan White Group, Delta Dental, and CAL Connect Insurance Services. She offers Medicare and other health insurance solutions, primarily serving senior clients and individuals seeking dental and vision insurance options. Transamerica Financial Advisors provides investment advisory, brokerage, and retirement-plan services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and businesses. The firm delivers services through a large network of advisors and multiple program platforms, utilizing model portfolios and third-party managers for portfolio management.

Linxin Chen is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with 13 years of industry experience. Chen holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has previously worked at East West Bank, Cetera, Bank of America, and Merrill. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a range of investment advisory programs, execution, and custody services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies through discretionary and non-discretionary programs, combining large institutional scale with specialized market roles and arrangements.

Vincent Chan is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 10 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Ares Management LLC and the UCLA Anderson School of Management. Outside of his advisory work, he provides in-home support services assisting his mother with daily needs. Eagle Strategies serves a broad mix of individual and institutional clients, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of affiliated representatives. The firm emphasizes tailored recommendations and manages the vast majority of its assets on a non-discretionary basis.

Asif Faheem is a financial advisor with GWN Securities Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has worked at GWN Securities since 2023 and is currently associated with Pension 101 as a financial specialist. Faheem is also co-owner of AAAAF LLC, a holding company formed for tax purposes that maintains a long-term investment account. GWN Securities is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, including high-net-worth clients, and business clients through discretionary managed accounts, financial planning, and access to third-party sub-advisers and model portfolios. The firm operates a large network of advisors and offers a range of managed-account programs with both traditional and legacy market-timing investment strategies.

Jeffrey Wu is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with 16 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cetera, CTBC Bank, Googain Inc., and Wells Fargo. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a broad range of investment advisory programs and execution services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies with both discretionary and non-discretionary options and operates with a combination of large institutional scale and specialized market roles.

April Zee is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Kestra Advisory and D.A. Davidson & Co. April is also affiliated with First Citizens Bank. First Citizens Investor Services serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities, offering advisory and brokerage services through IARs and third-party Portfolio Managers. The firm employs a client process focused on financial needs assessments and uses fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to allocate among various asset classes.

Yelena Vayner is a financial advisor at Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank and Capital Bank & Trust Company. She holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Los Angeles, CA. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals and charitable organizations, utilizing a multi-manager approach called the "Capital System" that emphasizes fundamental research and a long-term horizon. The firm implements client portfolios through separately managed accounts, affiliated funds, and alternative investment vehicles.

Jonathan Taylor is a CFA® charterholder with 17 years of industry experience. He is currently with Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc., having joined the firm in 2025. Prior to this, he worked at City National Rochdale for six years and Merrill Lynch for twelve years. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals and charitable organizations, utilizing a multi-manager approach based on fundamental research and a long-term investment horizon.

Marilyn Johnson is a financial advisor with TLG Advisors, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 26 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Gold Coast Securities, Inc. for 17 years before joining Simplicity Investments in 2026. Outside of advising, she is a self-employed actor and crew member in TV and film productions. TLG Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm focuses on investment supervisory services, portfolio management, and financial planning using manager selection and modern portfolio theory, also offering a digital program called Starlight Portfolios for direct-to-consumer investing.

Jason Phan is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Creative Planning since 2018. Prior to joining Creative Planning, he worked for The AYCO Company, L.P./Mercer Allied for eight years. He holds the Series 66 license and is based in Monterey Park, CA. Creative Planning provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, foundations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a financial planning-led investment process that emphasizes low-cost indexing and buy-and-hold strategies, supported by a broad array of affiliated legal, trust, and retirement plan service businesses.