Luzaida Pietri is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Jose, CA, holding the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. She has 19 years of industry experience, including over 15 years with Ameriprise and its affiliate. Pietri also serves as a fiduciary and executor in other business activities. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendation reports. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Christina Biagi is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing rental property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment strategies and affiliated services, operating under a fiduciary standard and supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors.

Shuai Wang is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. Wang has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2012 and has held multiple roles with affiliated firms since 2009. Outside of advisory work, Wang is involved as an owner and independent insurance agent in related insurance businesses. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm offers a range of investment implementation options through various custody platforms and proprietary and third-party model strategies, with a network of independent financial professionals tailoring approaches to client objectives.

Eric Susantio is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2008. Outside of advising, he has worked as a registry specialist at Macy's West. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory services, employing proprietary market research and model-based asset allocations tailored to client goals.

Marlina Kartawinata is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Rhett Hall is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Campbell, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2018 and previously held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Hall serves on the board of a non-profit football camp for athletes with Down Syndrome and coaches high school football. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and research-driven, model-based asset allocations tailored to client goals and risk tolerances.

Yuetong Chen is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2026, Chen worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMC BANK NA from 2022 to 2026. Outside of finance, Chen has been involved with Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club. 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, and institutions, with trading and account administration supported by in-house and third-party portfolio managers.

Tevin Mercer is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2021 and has prior experience in sales and hospitality, including roles at Cintas and Levy Restaurants. Outside of advisory work, he has been involved with hospitality services, working in box suites at the 49ers stadium during home games. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with over $1 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory and investment solutions, including managed strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Taniese Powell is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of finance, she has experience in the wellness industry through Loma Spa and has worked at De Anza College. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering financial planning and consulting primarily through non-discretionary advisory programs supported by a range of investment strategies and affiliated research.

Haidee Lin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2000. Based in San Jose, CA, Lin has spent her entire career with the firm. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jahar Datta is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following two years at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership in a rental property managed by a third party. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Joanne Gong is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Jose, CA. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 1997, working within the firm for 29 years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Katherine Lynne Seidel is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Los Gatos, California, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones from 2008 to 2016 before joining UBS in 2016. Outside of finance, she is involved in personal training through a business in Santa Cruz. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings to tailor plans based on proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Michael Guimarin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 credential. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Learn Sensemaking, LLC, an education technology business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and investment advisory services supported by firm-approved planning tools and strategies.

Annelise Kettmann is a Financial Advisor and a member of The Kettmann Group, a family-led team at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, with more than 35 years of experience. The group focuses on providing customized, goals-based financial strategies to help clients navigate their unique circumstances. Annelise specializes in assisting multi-generational families and business owners with wealth management, long-term planning, and strategies designed to grow, preserve, and transfer wealth. She holds a bachelor's degree from California Polytechnic State University and maintains professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Annelise speaks English and Spanish and is affiliated with the Junior League of San Jose. Outside of her professional work, Annelise is involved in community service through organizations such as Hunger at Home. Her personal interests include golfing, surfing, and tennis.

Tam Thanh Le is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at Polaris Advisory Inc and held roles at San Jose State University, PremierOne Credit Union, Citibank, and Victoria Secret. Outside of advisory work, he owns businesses engaged in Amazon and eBay reselling. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Yongqing Zhang is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Yongqing works with a selected group of individuals, executives, and business owners to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping clients pursue their long-term goals. He focuses on areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Yongqing holds a Bachelor's Degree from Tsinghua University and a Master's Degree from Johns Hopkins University. He has earned several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Yongqing is proficient in English and Chinese. He participates in community service through volunteering with local organizations. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Yongqing enjoys basketball, tennis, and spending time with his family.

Jason Arzate Murillo is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has held various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2023, including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he worked as a Financial Professional at New York Life. Jason is licensed in California for insurance. He is committed to providing personalized financial guidance that aligns with each client's individual objectives and life stages. He focuses on building relationships based on trust and understanding to support clients in their financial journeys. Outside of his professional work, Jason enjoys comedy, fitness, football, golf, movies, and traveling.

Karen Zhu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cupertino, CA, with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Mizuho Securities LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a dog-sitting business in Palo Alto. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery processes.

Brenda Castellanos Rojas is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2019. Prior to that, she was employed at US Bank and San Jose State University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.