James Christiansen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Arcadia, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2005. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, providing tailored recommendations through a centralized consulting team that combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Petra Gisinger is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Cerritos, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2019 and previously worked at Pfs Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services. Her outside activities include sales of various investment-related products and part-time referrals for home security, automation products, and other home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm employs model-delivery strategies managed by external asset managers, supporting a range of approaches including strategic, tactical, tax-managed, and income-distribution models.

Qingfeng Lin is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2023, Lin worked at Bank of America, Merrill, TD Ameritrade, and Scottrade. Outside of finance, Lin is a partner in an e-commerce business focused on online sock sales, providing management and strategic advice while the day-to-day operations are handled by a spouse. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Victor Jasso Franco is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2021, he worked at Godspeed Logistics LLC, California State University Long Beach, Citi Staff Solutions, and Norco College. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools.

Kalvin Cruz is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works directly with clients to define their financial goals and develop portfolio strategies tailored to meet their individual needs. Kalvin provides ongoing advice and adjusts strategies as clients' situations evolve. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Kalvin earned a Bachelor's Degree from New Mexico State University. His expertise encompasses a range of financial priorities, such as funding education, preparing for retirement and healthcare costs, and managing competing financial demands within families. Kalvin's approach is guided by a client-first philosophy reminiscent of Merrill Lynch's founder, Charlie Merrill. He emphasizes transparency and simplicity in wealth planning to support clients in achieving their long-term goals.

Manuel Vega is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Claremont, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Western International Securities, National Planning Corp., and other firms. His background includes roles at Stark Wealth Management and Artless Corporation. 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 offers a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management with support from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Cristina Sanchez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JP Morgan Chase Bank. 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 uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, with oversight of sub-advisers and conflict-of-interest controls.

Christian Hernandez Jacobo is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., accumulating six years in the financial sector. His background also includes roles outside finance, such as at Riverside Imports, LLC, and T-Mobile. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Maegan Sloggett is a Planning Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. She specializes in creating tailored financial strategies aligned with clients' unique objectives, including retirement planning, home saving, and investing in education. Her professional experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley from 2018 to 2024, progressing from Branch Administrator to Wealth Management Associate, Registered Client Service Associate, Financial Planning Specialist, and PWM Client Service Associate. Maegan holds a CA Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Maegan's personal interests include food, social events with friends, pets, reading, traveling, and yoga.

Freddie Brown is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Brea, CA. His prior experience includes roles at Waddell & Reed Inc and various insurance carriers, as well as involvement with Fellowship Church of Southern California and BNI Prosperity. He also owns a business entity, Freddie Brown Inc., established for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a diverse range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and investment options supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Stanley Tang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is a silent investor in Cabernet AI, Inc., a technology start-up specializing in AI data. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporate, foundation, and defined contribution plan clients, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Kelli Putnam is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank, First Republic Investment Management, and First Republic Bank. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Wesley Watanabe is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nine years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Wells Fargo, J.P. Morgan, and positions within the University of Redlands and University of California. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm’s approach combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios and discretionary management with oversight controls.

Russell Stark is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Outlaw Racing Products, a parts distribution business related to model boat racing. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and access to various investment strategies through its broad platform.

Shao Ying Wang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2023, Wang held positions at Yulu Trading Inc, Shing Tech Electronics Co. Ltd, and Seville Classics Inc. Wang also worked at the University of the West from 2016 to 2019. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base mainly consisting of 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 uses multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Edson Arroyo is a financial advisor with Merrill in La Verne, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 11 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Unionbanc Investment Services, MUFG Union Bank, and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a consultant and independent contractor managing the accounting and bookkeeping functions for a small landscape design company. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Gilbert Fung is a financial advisor at Merrill with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His work history includes over two decades at Merrill and five years at Bank of America, N.A. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies constructed by internal teams and third-party managers.

Jose Rosales is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Anaheim, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Adrian Montecinos is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously served five years in the U.S. Navy. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of the Swordsmens Gridiron Club and serves on the advisory board of the Orange County Navy League. 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 solutions. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and includes a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Sunita Foley is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2009. Foley is also the owner of a support company, FoleyKefals Investment Services Inc. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical tools, and is notable for its municipal advisory affiliation and specialized SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory program.