Erica Wu is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including JP Morgan Chase Bank and Cetera. 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 modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Kurt Carrasquilla is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2009 and previously at Citigroup Global Markets from 1993 to 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he teaches investment-related courses at the University of California, Berkeley, and Stanford University and serves on the CFP Program Advisory Board at UC Berkeley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

David Sanepour is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise who holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior roles include five years with World Financial Group and four years at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. He also teaches investment-related courses at Pasadena City College. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment implementation and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Tennyson Zhu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities, and he has also worked at Merrill Lynch and Marsh & McLennan Insurance Agency. Zhu has been involved with the Youth Men's Christian Association (YMCA), reflecting engagement outside the financial sector. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves 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 structured planning tools, including Monte Carlo simulations and Secular Return Estimates, while offering both retail and institutional investment options.

Hana Cuartelon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fremont, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked at Fremont Bank from 2019 to 2025 and has experience in the home health and banking sectors. She also serves as a notary at Fremont Bank. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of representatives. The firm offers a range of investment programs and institutional platforms, utilizing various strategies including model portfolios and third-party management.

Michael Hollen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he is a non-manager member of Three Mutts LLC, a property management business based in Salt Lake City. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning for individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured financial planning process using approved tools and analytics but generally acts in an advisory capacity without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Justin Yip is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2015. Based in Palo Alto, CA, Yip's career has been focused within Morgan Stanley's wealth management and private banking services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and access to institutional resources, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Jose Leyva is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. Leyva has also been associated with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2008. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s program focuses on non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a framework that incorporates ESG considerations.

Gregory Smith is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. 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 integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, supported by proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets services.

Yuhsin Tseng is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America. He is currently based in Fremont, CA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework where applicable.

Steven Harris is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co in San Jose, CA since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he is managing partner of a sailboat charter business based in Los Altos, CA. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as 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 engagements.

Wallace Chu is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009 and previously worked at several firms including Pension Planners Securities, Inc. and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as CEO of Turning Leaf Financial Group, a company providing marketing and operational services to a group of advisors. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary account management supported by advanced operational tools.

Leslie Proceviat is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and over 41 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, Leslie spent 20 years at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and 34 years at Securities America, Inc. Leslie also manages a business offering tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and participant-level retirement advice, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Todd Bergstrom is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving at Edward Jones since 2009. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Cupertino, CA. Outside of his advisory role, he is the managing partner of TMB, LLC, an LLC registered in California. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm 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.

Joseph Lawrence is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Jose, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and having 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2010. Outside of finance, he is involved in the hospitality industry through ownership of Amber India Restaurant. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics, managing approximately $671 billion in assets through more than 14,000 financial advisors.

Gino Lopez is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 8 years of experience in the securities industry, including his previous role as a Private Client Advisor at J.P. Morgan. In that capacity, he specialized in assisting affluent bank clients by offering tailored solutions for complex personal and business financial needs through Wealth Management Platforms. Gino focuses on providing personalized advice grounded in financial analysis, aiming to help clients meet their short- and long-term goals. His expertise covers areas such as employee benefits planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Gino holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the University of Santo Tomas and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional commitments, Gino resides in San Francisco with his wife Alma and their two children. He enjoys playing golf, reading, and spending time with his family. Additionally, he participates in community activities, reflecting the tradition of community involvement upheld by Merrill.

Raymond Ruan is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2012. In this role, he partners with clients to understand their financial goals and develop personalized financial plans tailored to their unique needs. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he was an Assistant Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2009 to 2012, and before that, a Personal Relationship Advisor at Citicorp Investment Services from 2006 to 2009. Raymond holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he has interests in art, hiking, museums, photography, and traveling.

Elier Peraza is a CFP® professional with 19 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Cetera and has held various roles at firms including Avantax and Johanson & Yau, where he serves as Director of Financial Services. In addition to his advisory work, he has acted as a temporary independent trustee for an irrevocable trust. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base ranging from individual investors to institutional accounts, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services. The firm operates as a multi-manager platform, allowing advisors to implement diverse investment strategies and program options across discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Vera Laver is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Sunnyvale, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at firms including Raymond James and has been involved in various roles since 2007. Outside of financial advising, she provides notary services in California, including document notarization and wedding services. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Leo Meneses is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He offers a comprehensive approach to wealth management that begins with understanding a client's family, financial situation, and priorities. Leo helps clients develop customized strategies that are adaptable to changing needs and market conditions, utilizing investment insights from Merrill and banking services from Bank of America. His areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Leo holds a Bachelor's Degree from San Jose State and has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Outside of his professional work, Leo is involved in the community as a Millbrae Recreation Baseball Coach. He enjoys spending time with his family and engaging in activities such as baseball, biking, football, hiking, reading, running, swimming, traveling, and watching movies.