Kang Luo is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2010. 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. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader platform, enabling access to a wide set of products and services.

Yanlin Yu is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Burlingame, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2021, Yanlin worked at CitiGroup from 2012 to 2021. Outside of advisory work, Yanlin is involved in providing in-home senior services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by offering a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm employs structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools to support clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Melody Lin is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 28 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 1997, with a two-year tenure at TD Ameritrade from 2022 to 2024. 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 combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Kuang Yang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2014, based in San Mateo, CA. 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 combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships alongside access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and proprietary research.

Steven Hansen is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing personalized financial strategies tailored to each client's individual goals, utilizing insights from Merrill and solutions from Bank of America. His approach emphasizes flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions while aiming to help clients pursue their long-term financial objectives. Steven holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California System and has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Committed to community involvement, he follows the Merrill tradition of volunteering with local organizations.

Alexander Hendricks is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He has worked at Northern Trust from 2016 to 2021 before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank in 2021. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Palo Alto, CA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Dylan Jayasekera is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab Bank, Fierce Management Group, Thrive, and Leboulanger. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory with access to affiliated discretionary portfolios and uses multi-asset model portfolios alongside centralized custody and operational support.

Jermaine Williams is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He also serves as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments since 2023. In these roles, he focuses on educating clients and assisting them with comprehensive financial planning to help them achieve their financial goals. Prior to his current roles, Jermaine worked as a Credit and Housing Counselor at Empowerment and Development Housing Resource Center from 2018 to 2023. He has experience in the insurance industry as an Insurance Service Representative at Hanover Insurance Group between 2015 and 2016, and in banking as a Customer Support Representative at Comerica Bank from 2013 to 2016. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Jermaine has personal interests that include fitness, exploring food, reading, and traveling.

Sean Layton is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing in-depth, individualized financial advice aimed at helping clients make informed investment decisions. His focus areas include executive compensation, legacy planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Sean is committed to acting with honesty and integrity, delivering premier customer service and extensive financial resources to assist clients in reaching their personal and financial goals. Sean holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a double concentration in marketing and entrepreneurship from California State University, Monterey Bay. During his time at CSUMB, he was recognized as a business leader and received the school’s capstone award. Prior to his current role, Sean worked at BuildingWise, LLC, where he provided customized green building solutions with a focus on LEED-EB certifications in the San Francisco Bay area. He applies a sustainable and renewable approach to his wealth management practice. Outside of work, Sean enjoys outdoor activities including rock climbing and golfing. He embraces the Merrill tradition of community involvement and volunteers with local organizations. Sean holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation.

Philip Moffatt is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at the Texas Methodist Foundation, National United Bank, Faith In Action, Visiting Angels, and Southwestern University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Paulo Manalo is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. He works closely with clients to develop customized financial strategies aimed at addressing their specific objectives and supporting them throughout various stages of life. Prior to his current position, Paulo was a Private Client Advisor at JPMorgan Chase from 2020 to 2022 and served as a Private Client Banker at the same institution from 2013 to 2020. His experience spans multiple facets of financial advisory and client relationship management. Paulo holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in financial consulting.

Richard Diregolo II is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he worked with Securian Financial Services, SGC Financial & Insurance Services, and Minnesota Life Insurance Company over a 13-year period. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, supported by research, model portfolios, and various management strategies.

David Jones III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that use firm-approved tools and models to support client investment decisions.

Larry Ngai is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Redwood City, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at CitiGroup for 11 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2024. 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 advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Cindy Shi is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2012 and operates a tax preparation business as a CPA. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals. The firm provides various portfolio management options and utilizes both proprietary and third-party strategies tailored to client objectives.

Shirley Chen is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 21 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley for 13 years before joining UBS in 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in a healthcare consulting business that supports her husband’s medical consulting practice. 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 strategies. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets services and fee-based planning.

Daniel Weisman is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Sunnyvale, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 21 years of industry experience, having worked at Charles Schwab Bank Ssb since 2005 and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he owns rental properties managed by a third party. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and conducting due diligence on alternative investments through its integrated operational platform.

Serena Truong is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, California, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2019 and previously worked at Pantheon Wealth Planning from 2017 to 2019. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing structured financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Naushaba Rashid is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and rooted in modern portfolio theory, with an emphasis on fiduciary responsibility and a broader range of financial product offerings including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Dana Ruusinen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2012 and worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, Ruusinen serves on the Strong Schools Bond Citizens' Oversight Committee for the Palo Alto Unified School District. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques in its financial planning process.