Xiaolu Yan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Yan has worked at Morgan Stanley and affiliated entities since 2013, with additional experience at East West Bank and Cetera Investment Services. Outside of advisory activities, Yan is involved in managing a rental property in Brooklyn, New York. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory and financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and insights from its Global Investment Committee. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers diversified investment programs, including corporate financial planning agreements.

Holly Stowell is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and the Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Its financial planning approach involves structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, providing advisory services without individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Tian Chen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2026, Chen held roles at Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, and Amazon.com. Outside of finance, Chen spent time working at The French Guys Bakery. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both direct individual plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Emily Kuang is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Wells Fargo Clearing and Chase Investment Services. Outside of her advisory role, she manages rental property in San Francisco as a sole proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured tools and modeling techniques and offers both direct and corporate financial planning solutions.

Praveena Nand is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2001. Merrill, along 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 offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Diana Chan is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience. She has been with OSAIC since 2024 and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 32 years. In addition to her advisory role, she is a licensed insurance agent involved in fixed insurance sales and fixed indexed annuities. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment process with portfolio optimization and offers a variety of advisory and brokerage services through a multi-advisor platform.

Anthony Valle is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2013. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Hanneke Finones is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Burlingame, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, she was involved in a dental practice, Chew & Finones DDS Inc. DBA Nest Dental, from 2012 to 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors. The firm provides tax-efficient services, access to separately managed accounts, and maintains affiliated capabilities including a trust company and proprietary mutual funds.

Brian Higashi is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and scenario modeling in its financial planning process.

Ellen Sheldon is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Bank of America, Merrill, and several other firms. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in Keene Propane Corporation, a family-owned business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a team of Wealth Advisors. Their approach combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver written asset allocation advice and manager searches, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Ryskiem Henderson is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. In this role, he provides guidance and ongoing support to clients in areas such as retirement planning, wealth building, asset preservation, and financial legacy creation. He has held financial consultancy and advisory roles across several firms, including TrueStage Financial (2022-2024), CUSO Financial Services (2020-2022), Mass Mutual Investor Services (2017-2020) as a Registered Investment Advisor, MetLife Securities as a Registered Investment Advisor (2013-2017) and earlier as a Financial Consultant (2002-2008), as well as serving as Managing Director at Princor Financial Services (2009-2011). He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Ryskiem engages in family activities, music, soccer, and traveling.

Ravindra Anaparti is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, along with prior experience at Rashi Ventures and Passport Capital. 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 advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Gabrielle Bechwati is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years at the firm and a total of four years of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard and various roles outside finance such as at Lacrosse Academy OC and Chapman University. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. provides wealth advisory and managed account services primarily to high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios supported by Schwab’s research and due diligence.

Vincent Sommese is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. Before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2021, he worked in education for 14 years and held various roles including a position with the Oakland Athletics in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques without providing individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Cory Barraclough is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he focuses on delivering integrated, long-term financial strategies to senior professionals and leaders, particularly in the Bay Area technology sector. He works alongside his team to guide clients through complex compensation structures, retirement planning, cash flow management, and wealth preservation to create durable financial outcomes. Barraclough holds a Bachelor's Degree from Santa Clara University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in both Spanish and English, he emphasizes a coordinated approach by collaborating with clients' legal and tax professionals to ensure comprehensive financial planning. His client focus areas include executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, and socially responsible investing. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Cory Barraclough participates in community activities, volunteering with organizations such as the American Legion and Hope Services. His personal interests include adventure sports, chess, cooking, golfing, reading, rock climbing, running, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling.

Gen Tri is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2022. In this capacity, Gen partners with clients by educating and empowering them to understand their financial situation and make sound decisions to pursue their lifelong goals. Gen has been with Fidelity Investments since 2011, progressing through various positions including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Central Relationship Manager, Retirement Solutions Representative, Premium Service Representative, and Financial Representative. This extensive experience reflects a deep understanding of financial consulting and client relationship management. Gen holds a California Insurance License. Outside of professional responsibilities, Gen has interests in fitness, food, snowboarding, tennis, and traveling.

Shannon Schatzman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2020, Schatzman held various roles including positions at Toast Inc., Marriott International, and Boston University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to both individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment research, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Julie Nguyen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015, following prior roles at Merrill and Morgan Stanley. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking market assumptions and incorporates ESG criteria within a regulated, non-discretionary framework.

Afarin Haidari Kahkesh is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at First Republic Bank, Bank of America, and multiple positions within JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. 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 advisory process incorporates centralized due diligence, quantitative and qualitative research, and maintains regulatory registrations that support broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Jizi Gu is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Jizi has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2017 and has been affiliated with Merrill since 2021. 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 institutions.