Patrick Russo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process is grounded in modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial products than typical large institutional advisers, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Arifa Forbes is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 21 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2004, including her current role at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment offerings.

Peter Rosenberg is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2020, following five years at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Private Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including financial and estate planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and methodologies.

Adam Lorimer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Santa Monica, CA, with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at The Vanguard Group and in university campus recreation roles. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in property management through KMK Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services including estate planning and diverse investment strategies.

Lillian Appleby is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Woodland Hills, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she is co-founder and COO of Cryztal Prizm, a family business focused on e-commerce, innovative internet projects, and real estate development. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing research and model portfolios from LPL Research, third-party subadvisors, and TAMP sponsors.

Brian Smithers is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 17 years of industry experience and has worked at Merrill since 2005 and Bank of America since 2011. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s broader platform, providing access to various investment products and services.

David Richardson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He serves as president and part owner of Richardson & Co CPAs, a tax and accounting firm, and is involved in real estate sales and mortgage loan origination. Additionally, he acts as treasurer for the Los Robles Estates Homeowners Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm providing a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services to individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients nationwide. The firm offers a range of investment program options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies.

Vanessa Manquero is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at JP Morgan Chase Bank and JP Morgan Securities LLC. 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.

Joseph Kiesel is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience including roles at Ripcurl and academic positions at Pepperdine University and its Caruso School of Law. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on income stability and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies.

Marc Kessler is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Santa Monica, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Kessler rents out a classic car and his primary residence for events, film, and photo shoots. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide array of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery conversations and scenario modeling, serving clients primarily in an advisory capacity.

Christopher Soulios is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westlake Village, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 14 years before joining LPL Financial in 2019. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving 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, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research, model portfolios, and various technology-driven investment options.

Sandra Courser is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a notary in Woodland Hills, California. 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, and institutional investors. The firm’s integration with Bank of America allows access to a broad set of financial products and services.

Sylvia Flores is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Westlake Village, CA, with six years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS since 2016. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. Its advisors use proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans and portfolio management.

Nicholas Scottrussell is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016 and has worked with FIDELITY Personal and Workplace Advisors since 2018. Outside of his financial career, he performs as a guitarist and vocalist in a live band. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and delivers model portfolios to intermediary platforms.

Lucy Lu is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she works closely with clients to understand their personal financial goals and develop strategies to pursue those objectives. Her areas of expertise include general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Lucy holds professional designations including Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California Irvine. She communicates with clients in English, Mandarin, and Yue (Cantonese).

Patrick Lowe is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Woodland Hills, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2011 to 2022 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2022. Outside of finance, he is involved as an actor in the entertainment industry through the Quantum Leap TV series. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and modeling techniques.

Anastasia Ciudinovschih is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill, UBS Financial Services, and Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Riley Arnson is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Riley partners with clients on a personal and professional level to help them understand and take control of their financial lives, aligning their wealth with the goals that are most important to them. Riley works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to develop strategies focused on wealth accumulation, retirement, risk management, and legacy planning. Prior to entering wealth management, Riley built a career in engineering and pharmaceutical sales and marketing, gaining experience in analyzing complex problems and communicating practical solutions. As part of a well-established wealth management team, Riley has access to a broad range of experience, perspectives, and resources to provide clients with comprehensive insight and support. Riley holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation.

Brian Austria is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. 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, grounded in modern portfolio theory, and includes a broad range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Andrea Rudison is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Her prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab and operating Bona Fide Moments Photography. Outside of finance, she is the chef and operator of Soul Island Eats, a food service business based in Tarzana, California. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a combination of fundamental research and quantitative analysis with algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator and its advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.