Erik Karlson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Nicholas Fragoso is a financial advisor at Osaic with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at San Diego Tax & Wealth Management and under his own sole proprietorship, providing financial planning, income tax preparation, and life insurance services. Fragoso also operates an S-Corporation offering investment advice, financial planning, and tax preparation. OSAIC serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing various asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across multiple asset classes on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

David Cynkin is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in La Jolla, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at UBS since 2023 and academic positions at the University of Oregon from 2019 to 2023. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets and fiduciary services.

Julia Farag is a financial advisor with Cetera in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She has previously worked at Fonte Financial Advisors and served as a philanthropist before joining Cetera. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as vice president of the nonprofit board of directors for the Kai Elua Outrigger Canoe Club. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of investment management and consulting services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and third-party managers.

Ryan Barnhill is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for nine years before joining LPL Financial in 2023. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual, institutional, and retirement clients through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and a variety of model portfolios and research resources.

James Roeske is the Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch. He began his career in wealth management in 2000 and has since developed relationships with a diverse clientele. In 2016, James was appointed Resident Director of the La Jolla office, taking on responsibilities that include training and coaching Merrill financial advisors and supporting experienced advisors in identifying appropriate products and services for their clients. James holds several professional credentials, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation awarded by the CFP Board, the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) certification from the Investments & Wealth Institute, and is recognized as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Saint Mary's College of California. His client focus areas encompass executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, portfolio management services, ESG investing, tax minimization, retirement income, and other financial planning services. Residing in San Francisco and La Jolla with his wife and two children, James is active in his local community, particularly with La Jolla's public school system. He is a member of the La Jolla Historical Society and contributes to La Jolla Elementary. Outside of work, James enjoys boating, boxing, football, running, skiing, swimming, tennis, traveling, and volleyball.

Grant Kalmanovitz is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cetera. His prior firms include Charles Schwab, LPL Financial, LendingClub, and EquityBee. In addition to his advisory role, he works as an assistant basketball coach for San Dieguito Union High School District and consults on sales strategy and market research for local businesses. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide registered adviser supporting individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform that offers model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies. The firm manages over $256 billion in assets with more than 10,000 advisors and around 800,000 clients.

Iola Xiao is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and The ROK Advisory Group since 2023. She has 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, providing personalized guidance to individuals and families. Iola is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and speaks basic Cantonese, facilitating communication with a diverse clientele. Iola follows a disciplined process that begins with understanding clients' needs and goals, enabling her to create flexible financial strategies adaptable to changing market conditions. She leverages investment insights from Merrill and banking and lending solutions from Bank of America. Iola holds the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Based in San Diego, Iola enjoys spending time with her son, Tyler, and engaging in activities such as traveling and golfing.

Daniel Testa is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Cetera, he worked at Edward Jones, Bank of America, Merrill, and Navy Federal Financial Group. Outside of advising, he is a partner and owner of BNT Metals, a metals recycling company based in Chula Vista, California. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes both affiliated and third-party strategies.

Shanel Dubique is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at CUSO Financial Services and First Command Financial Planning. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Devin Mcdonald is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Equitable Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary services as well as model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Marcus Fitzpatrick is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2019. Prior to that, he worked at Foresters Financial Services and Foresters Advisory Services LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in coaching soccer, including training players and managing teams. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers, supporting over 10,000 advisors and managing more than $256 billion in assets.

Jeffrey Carlos Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in La Mesa, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2013. LPL Financial serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services.

Sandra Bazan is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2006. 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 broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm’s integration with Bank of America’s broader platform allows access to a wide range of financial products and services.

Karen Mortimer is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America since 2011. Mortimer is also involved in the San Diego community through her leadership roles in the nonprofit organization RB Sunrise Rotary, including serving as President and Finance Committee Chair. 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 broad client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Joshua Dunphy is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and Securities America, as well as experience outside finance in the food service industry and entrepreneurial ventures. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm serves as a registered commodity pool operator, advises multiple investment companies, and utilizes systematic methodologies and AI tools in its investment process.

Danielle Martinez is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 8 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Lincoln Financial Group, and the University of Hawaii at Manoa. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Bradford Best is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 26 years of industry experience. He has held roles with several firms including First Allied Securities, Inc. and Summit Brokerage Services, Inc. He serves on the advisory council for the University of California, Irvine, reviewing continuing education programs for professionals. Additionally, he hosts a pinball streaming channel focused on entertainment and education. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services across multiple program platforms, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers.

Stephen Cote is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides proactive financial advice and guidance to help clients manage their goals, focusing on retirement planning, investment selection, and cash management. Stephen works with affluent individuals, families, and business owners to manage, preserve, and grow their wealth in a tax-efficient manner, addressing areas such as executive compensation, legacy planning, family wealth management strategies, socially responsible investing, and retirement income. Stephen has obtained the Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM®) designation through a collaboration between the Academy of Certified Portfolio Managers and NYU Stern. He also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation, emphasizing the pre- and post-retirement needs of individuals, in addition to the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. He earned a bachelor's degree from Roger Williams University. Residing in La Jolla, California, Stephen maintains a residence in the Bay Area. In his personal time, he enjoys outdoor activities including golf, volleyball, running, baseball, cooking, fishing, and competition. He is also committed to community involvement, volunteering with organizations in the communities he serves.

Victoria Sazunic is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. She has been affiliated with Morgan Stanley since 2003 and has served on the board of San Diego Civic Theaters since 2005. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide array of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.