Michael Richardson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Edward Jones, Financial Engines Advisors, and Comerica Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner and fitness trainer of Odyssey Senior Fitness in San Jose, CA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment offerings.

Yea Bin Lee is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Lee worked at Bank of America, Fidelity Investments, and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, Lee owns and operates a sole proprietorship focused on retail e-commerce selling clothing and cosmetics. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Adam Ward is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Monte Sereno, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, delivering written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities typical of a large institutional firm.

Jitian Tan is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Jitian focuses on creating personalized financial strategies that align with clients' individual goals and adapt to changing market conditions. He leverages the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to support clients in pursuing their long-term objectives. Jitian holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Master's Degree from Golden Gate University. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Jitian participates in community service, volunteering with local organizations as part of his commitment to the communities served by Merrill.

Chy Yip is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Chy works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing long-term goals. Leveraging Merrill's research capabilities alongside the banking services of Bank of America, Chy focuses on creating flexible wealth management solutions tailored to each individual's financial picture. Chy specializes in a range of areas including college education planning, executive and equity compensation, family wealth management, legacy and retirement planning, tax minimization, and managing new wealth. With a consultative, goals-based approach, Chy emphasizes understanding clients’ aspirations and concerns to construct right-risk portfolio strategies supported by Merrill’s research resources. Chy Yip holds a Bachelor's Degree from San Jose State University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in Chinese and English, Chy is also engaged in community volunteer work and has personal interests in biking, cooking, and hiking.

Kamran Pazdel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm provides tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, serving clients directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Benjamin Chang is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2004 and Charles Schwab Bank SSB since 2015. 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 offers a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investments within an integrated operational structure.

Malyssa Schielke is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2019, previously working at Foresters Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she provides in-home support services as a care provider for an individual with multiple sclerosis. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach includes written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Michael Luiza is a Financial Solutions Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies aimed at pursuing their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial matters including general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Michael also facilitates access to Bank of America specialists in areas such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. He engages in ongoing discussions with clients to address their goals, concerns, and questions, offering continuous advice as their needs evolve. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Santa Clara University.

Shivam Sami is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. Prior to this, he served as a Planning Consultant from 2023 to 2025 and as a Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2023, both with Fidelity Investments. Before joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. Shivam works closely with his team to leverage Fidelity's brand, technology, and platform to assist clients in creating retirement, income, and wealth plans. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his advisory capabilities. Outside of his professional life, Shivam enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, family activities, visiting museums, outdoor adventures, traveling, and practicing yoga.

Aron Shimada is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. He is based in San Jose, California. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. Their 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 their investment offerings.

Steffen Hack is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and economic modeling in its financial planning processes.

Syed Ali is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., J.P. Morgan Securities, Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank NA. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Fadi Aridi is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Merrill, Bank of America, and Coastal Roofing and Solar. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory 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.

Hector Pachuca Lara is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2018, with prior experience at Wells Fargo Bank NA dating back to 2009. 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 incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Cheryl Marquez is a CFP® professional with 37 years of experience in the financial industry. She is currently with LPL Financial and has held prior roles with Monterey Zoo, Cheryl L Marquez Inc, Marquez & Hsieh, LLC, various insurance carriers, and Waddell & Reed, Inc. She has been active in several business entities outside her advisory role. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and multiple portfolio strategies.

Heather Wood is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Santa Clara, CA, with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized recommendation reports. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Kathleen Vogt is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2007. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Joseph Basulto is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on collaborating with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans that align with their goals and financial vision. He aims to provide clients with the information necessary to make confident decisions related to their overall financial wellness. Joseph has been with Fidelity Investments since 2007, progressing through various roles including Financial Representative, Private Client Relationship Manager, Investment Representative, Financial Consultant, and Workplace Financial Consultant. His extensive experience spans financial consulting and client relationship management within the company. He holds a California Insurance License.

Wahid Nurie is the Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. He has over 20 years of experience in financial services, focusing on helping clients develop adaptable financial plans to navigate complex financial landscapes. Prior to his current role, Wahid worked as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2012 to 2026. He also gained experience as a Financial Advisor Associate at JP Morgan Chase from 2010 to 2012, and held various roles including Financial Consultant Associate and Investment Consultant at Wells Fargo between 2004 and 2010. Early in his career, he served as a Business Banking Officer at Citibank and as a Financial Associate at Tri Counties Bank. Wahid holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in board games, comedy, family activities, parenthood, and pets.