Jason Degroodt is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cupertino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2021, and prior experience at Citigroup from 2015 to 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques in its financial planning process.

Michael Lee is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience currently advising clients at Edward Jones. His prior experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual, Prudential, Merrill Lynch, Comerica Securities, and Scottrade. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Rory Wiebusch is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and over 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1987. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a power of attorney for a separate entity. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutions, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers.

Chun Yeung Tsang is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, Tsang held roles at NYLife Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, Tsang previously worked with Automata Arts and Angeles Academy of Music. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies and delegation to sub-advisers, as well as its advisory roles with registered investment companies and delivery of model portfolios for Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Abhishek Gupta is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been with Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2020. Prior to that, he worked at FutureAdvisor, Inc. and held roles at Codecademy and App Academy. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and employs a multi-asset model portfolio approach.

Casey Winningham is a CFP® professional with 40 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera since 2019. Prior to this, he worked at Foresters Financial and Foresters Advisory Services for a combined 34 years. He is also the owner of Winningham Wealth Management LLC, which operates as a DBA for his Cetera business and tax reporting purposes. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to various program structures and affiliated and unaffiliated managers.

Parsa Habibi is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab in 2025, he worked at CIMA Fundmaster for one year. His background includes several years of full-time education before entering the financial industry. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separate managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and due diligence.

Hyong Lark Kim is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Bank of America, Merrill, Woori America Bank, and Hanin Federal Credit Union. Kim has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank since 2019. 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. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Sebastian Henshaw is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and supports client services as a Registered Sales Assistant, assisting with equity research and client communications. Prior to joining Raymond James, he has held various roles including positions at Kevin L. Mize, CFP®, and other firms. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to support client goals, with notable programs in municipal advising and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Zachary Levy is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. He has held prior roles including Executive Relationship Manager at Morgan Stanley from 2023 to 2024, Financial Consultant at E*TRADE from 2022 to 2023, and Retail Trading Specialist at TD Ameritrade from 2020 to 2022. Zachary specializes in providing financial consultation services, focusing on partnering with clients to develop clear and actionable financial strategies. He is licensed with a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Zachary engages in family activities and enjoys fitness, football, golf, outdoor adventures, and running.

James Nielsen is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 45 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2012 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the board of directors for the Waterfowl Environment Protection Organization, a nonprofit dedicated to maintaining wetland habitats. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charities. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with customizable investment strategies utilizing both in-house and third-party managers.

Xia Wang is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, with 24 years of industry experience. She has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 2001, including a long tenure at Pruco Securities, LLC., before joining LPL Enterprise in 2024. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, advisory services, and access to various investment and insurance products through an integrated platform.

Ina Bourdev is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, bringing over 20 years of industry experience to her role. She helps clients create customized financial plans and build investment strategies with a focus on retirement and tax-efficient investing, leveraging Fidelity's insights, investing tools, and a team of specialists. Ina's professional background includes positions as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor at Bank of America Merrill, Registered Operations Leader at Ameriprise Financial, and Private Client Banker at JP Morgan Chase. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Ina enjoys spending time at the beach, attending concerts and social events with friends, hiking, and listening to music.

Jacob Barone is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and Goldman Sachs Investment Bank. Before entering finance, he spent over a decade at Edwards Flooring. Wells Fargo Clearing specializes in retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a notable range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Tamara Blue is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Los Gatos, CA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab and its affiliate bank since 1999 and 2008, respectively. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account services, offering a combination of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts within an integrated custody and brokerage platform.

Brian Carey is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2011. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets through more than 14,000 advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Jamel Wright is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including Transamerica Financial Advisors and World Financial Group. Outside of finance, he is involved as an HR Manager at Hongwei Medical Group and serves as Managing Member of HL & Jewsr Holdings LLC. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses third-party asset managers and an independent due-diligence process to implement a variety of investment models.

Ying Mei is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Citigroup Global Markets for 14 years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2021. Mei is also an officer of the South Lake Foundation, a private foundation focused on donations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to support clients’ financial goals.

Scott Anderson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Wilson Kwok is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s 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.