Carla De Laurentiz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and UBS Financial Services. She is based in Walnut Creek, CA. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, with a focus on strategic and tactical asset allocation and tax-aware options for investors.

Mary Jane Sullivan is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Merrill since 2004. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Igor Kipnis is a CFP® with 20 years of experience in the financial industry, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Global Markets. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that offers investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm applies research and analytics to support its investment approach, providing both brokerage and advisory solutions across a broad range of financial products.

Isaac Cowen is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in San Ramon, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and six years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and Bank of the West. 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 and discretionary investment solutions supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Gary Lamusga is a financial advisor at Cetera with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and securities licenses Series 63 and Series 65. Prior to joining Cetera in 2023, he spent 34 years at Securian Financial Services, Inc. Lamusga serves as a board member for the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the Collaborative Practice of East Bay, and is involved with the Fallen Heroes organization and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm with a nationwide 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, utilizing a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Michael Gomez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Oakland, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise, Bank of America, and Merrill. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Killian Adwell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held roles at Henry's House of Coffee, Uber Technologies, Amazon, and other organizations. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a range of portfolios including mutual funds and ETFs.

Aasher Malik is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this role, he served as an Investment Consultant and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024 and 2023 respectively. His professional experience also includes roles at JPMorgan Chase, where he worked as a Lending Development Officer from 2021 to 2022 and as a Vice President and Branch Manager from 2011 to 2021. Mr. Malik holds a California Insurance License. He approaches financial consulting with a focus on simplifying the planning process for clients, emphasizing a personable approach centered around the client and their important relationships.

Purnima Kashyap is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their priorities and future goals. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, she served as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. Her approach involves understanding what matters most to her clients and their families, utilizing available tools and resources to build strong financial strategies. Purnima holds a California Insurance License, supporting her ability to provide comprehensive financial advice.

Peter Valvur is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citigroup Global Markets and Citicorp Investment Services. 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 combines proprietary research and third-party analytics to evaluate investment options within diversified portfolios, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Brandon York is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 28 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank prior to joining RBC in 2018. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple wrap fee advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s Advisory Risk Profile.

Justin Green is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, beginning his career in 2002. He is committed to helping clients achieve their financial goals by providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to their individual circumstances. Justin works closely with clients to simplify complex financial matters through time-tested investment and planning principles, offering access to a full spectrum of investment choices alongside the resources of Merrill Lynch and Bank of America. His expertise covers areas such as retirement planning, tax minimization, estate planning services, lifetime income management, college education planning, family wealth management strategies, and portfolio management services. Justin emphasizes building enduring relationships by gaining a deep understanding of his clients' lives and priorities, ensuring that each financial strategy aligns with their long-term goals. Justin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with majors in Finance and Banking from San Francisco State University. He carries the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in English and Spanish, he resides in San Ramon, California, with his wife Susy and two children, Jovany and Vanessa. Outside of his professional interests, Justin enjoys baseball, hiking, swimming, traveling, and exploring different cultures.

Nikolai Papa is a financial advisor at Cetera with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, OSAIC, Minnesota Life, and Sgc Financial. In addition to his advisory work, he teaches a retirement planning class part-time at the City College of San Francisco Extension. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

David Tsang is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he works part-time as a taxi driver for Uber and owns a marriage agency that assists individuals in finding marriage partners. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Jack Mc Cormick is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional. He specializes in retirement planning and client strategy, providing personalized approaches to help clients define and pursue their financial goals. Jack focuses on delivering detailed analyses and market research to ensure clients understand their financial situations fully. With over five years of experience at Merrill, Jack has developed a comprehensive understanding of building financial plans from the ground up, having also worked on the operational side of the firm. He holds an Associate's Degree from Santa Rosa Junior College and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Redlands. Additionally, Jack has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in English and Spanish. A fifth-generation Sonoma County resident, Jack is active in his community through volunteer work with the Made In Santa Rosa Education Foundation and the Santa Rosa Junior College Water Polo program. Outside of work, he enjoys coaching water polo, tinkering on cars, cycling, and participating in triathlons.

Jeremy Gee is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab in 2026, he worked at Northwestern Mutual in various roles from 2021 to 2026. He is based in Oakland, CA. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational services.

Charlie Park is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2019 and was previously involved with C.H. Trading Co. DBA OK Beauty Supply for thirteen years. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Daniel Sanom is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 24 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Rudgear Estates Swim Team and acts as Treasurer for a local soccer club's daughters’ team in Walnut Creek, CA. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Raymond Adair Jr. is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Pleasant Hill, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 20 years of industry experience. Since 2012, he has been associated with both MML Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory role, he is also a magic and stage hypnosis performer. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools and collaborative annual planning relationships.

Stephanie Hepp is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2016 and previously held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Stifel, and Morgan Stanley. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.