Carson Small is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in assisting high achieving individuals and families with complex wealth situations. His expertise includes navigating liquidity events, managing concentrated equity positions, orchestrating multigenerational wealth transfers, and implementing advanced investment strategies. Carson combines institutional-level resources with the personalized attention characteristic of a boutique practice. He employs a holistic approach that helps clients clarify their priorities, prepare for complexity, and develop purposeful, long-term strategies. Central to his practice is a disciplined portfolio design informed by a thoughtful and structured discovery process centered on each client's values and goals. Carson holds professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Carson earned a Bachelor's Degree from Washington State University. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly fly fishing, hiking, and skiing, activities that reflect the patience and discipline he brings to his financial advisory role.

Taraneh Mozaffarian is a Certified Financial Planner® with six years of industry experience. She is currently with Edelman Financial Engines and has previously worked at Soundmark Wealth Management, EP Wealth Advisors, and Leaf & Company. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services for workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages both model-based and customized portfolios and supports a large client base through advisor-led and online offerings.

Yashi Poole is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, supporting clients in managing and growing their wealth since 2022. She focuses on creating personalized strategies that align with clients' values, priorities, and long-term vision, offering expertise in areas such as college education planning, equity compensation services, legacy planning, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, small business strategies, and tax minimization. With four years of experience in the financial services industry, Yashi combines technical knowledge and real-world understanding to provide clarity, discretion, and collaborative relationships throughout every stage of her clients' financial lives. Her approach emphasizes empathy and discernment, recognizing the influence of financial decisions across generations and aiming to help clients move forward with confidence. Yashi holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Phoenix. She is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Her personal interests include badminton, billiards, cooking, fishing, hiking, reading, soccer, tennis, writing, and yoga.

Yuchi Arnold is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2025, Arnold worked at Merrill and Bank of America, among other firms. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

David Richardson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Renton, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, Richardson manages two websites focused on art and faith events through his ownership of Eventsfy, LLC and Jesus Live LLC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary recommendations. The firm serves a broad client base with advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Daniel Sullivan is a financial advisor at Merrill in Bellevue, WA, with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, Zenith Investment Management, and TD Ameritrade. Outside of his advisory role, he earns intermittent commissions from fine art sales. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Stephanie Forner is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley for six years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an executor for an estate in Ardmore, Oklahoma. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Aaron Smith is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Ameriprise since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing an advisory business through Heritage Wealth Advisors LLC. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate customized recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Josiah Martin is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Charles Schwab. He operates his advisory business through a passthrough LLC used exclusively for that purpose. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software and collaborative annual planning engagements.

Susan Barnett is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. 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 to inform its recommendations.

Chelsea Johnson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 16 years of industry experience. She has held positions at Ameriprise since 2016, including her current role starting in 2019, and previously worked at the Washington State Auditor’s Office from 2017 to 2020. Outside of her advisory work, she is owner of Readermind Consulting LLC and serves as Chief Operations Officer of Thumper Enterprises LLC, managing operational and practice management responsibilities. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Eric Callison is a CFP® and ChFC® with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of advisory services, he co-owns a commercial rental property in Black Diamond, Washington, with his spouse. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices across the country.

James Nguyen is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on developing personalized financial plans tailored to his clients' unique needs and goals. He has held this position since 2025. Prior to his current role, James worked in various positions at Fidelity Investments, including Financial Consultant from 2021 to 2025 and Planning Consultant from 2020 to 2021. His earlier experience includes serving as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, Bank of America from 2017 to 2020 and as a Relationship Banker at JPMorgan Chase from 2016 to 2017.

Steven Schob is a Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he oversees a team of investment professionals dedicated to enhancing the planning experience for clients. In this role, he focuses on fostering deeper client relationships, comprehensive planning, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Prior to his current position, Schob held various roles at Fidelity Investments including Financial Consultant, Planning Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative, and Customer Relationship Advocate, gaining extensive experience in financial consulting and investment solutions from 2020 onward. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Steven Schob enjoys recreational activities such as golf, hiking, sailing, scuba diving, and traveling.

Hannah Neal is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Bellevue, WA, with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at KCS Wealth Advisory, Merrill, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Before her career in finance, she worked briefly at Starbucks Coffee Company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning processes supported by quantitative modeling tools.

Robert Wygant is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and demographics.

Vincent Ricci is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at SWAN Venture Fund and Purdue University. Outside of finance, he is the sole owner of American Fulfillment Holdings LLC and president of American Fulfillment LLC, a family business that previously sold household items via Amazon Seller Central. 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, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

James Lee is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. Prior to this position, he served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025 and as a Financial Representative at the same company from 2023 to 2024. His professional journey reflects a focus on financial consultancy within Fidelity Investments. Originally intending to pursue a career in medicine, James shifted his focus to financial wellness after recognizing the significant impact thoughtful financial planning can have on individuals and their families. He is dedicated to empowering clients to make informed financial decisions and to build confidence in their financial futures. Outside of his professional work, James has interests in fitness, football, golf, snowboarding, and volunteering.

Jalen Lund is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he partners with individuals, families, and business owners to provide personalized financial guidance and strategic planning. He focuses on helping clients navigate complex financial goals, build long-term wealth, and maintain a clear financial future. Jalen specializes in areas such as executive compensation, personal retirement planning, and small business strategies. Many of his clients are successful professionals seeking clarity and confidence in their financial decisions. He emphasizes understanding each client's priorities to support their lifestyles, families, and legacy planning. Jalen holds a Bachelor's Degree from Seattle University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, he enjoys basketball, fishing, spending time with his family, traveling, and writing.

Stephen Bowzer is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing personalized, comprehensive planning and portfolio management services tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by high net worth individuals and families. His expertise includes education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Stephen holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Montana and has earned professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He and his team use a disciplined approach to wealth management, combining a deep understanding of financial markets with time-tested strategies to help clients build wealth, plan for retirement, preserve assets, and support the next generation. Outside of his professional work, Stephen's personal interests include fishing, golfing, hunting, and skiing.