Cameron Thornton is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with 43 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera, joining the firm in 2023, and has held leadership roles at CTA Wealth Advisors, Inc. and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he provides tax preparation and accounting services through his sole proprietorship and serves as a public relations spokesperson for a retreat center. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, operating as a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party investment managers and multiple program structures.

Alvin Lam is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to develop wealth plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. Alvin focuses on providing clarity and structure to financial decisions that clients often find fragmented or reactive. His expertise includes tax-efficient investment and retirement planning, cash flow management, wealth preservation, and intergenerational wealth transfer. Alvin has experience collaborating with clients and their tax advisors and CPAs to coordinate investment strategies and retirement planning. He serves clients interested in college education planning, family wealth management, special needs planning strategies, legacy planning, and retirement income. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and attended schools within the California State University System. In addition to his advisory role, Alvin is involved in community service through organizations such as Ability First and professional groups including the South Pasadena Royal Lions Club and Taiwanese American Professionals - Los Angeles. He is bilingual in Yue (Cantonese), Chinese, and English, and his personal interests include golfing, skiing, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies.

Jeff Kritzberg is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC, and spent fifteen years at Pitney Bowes before transitioning to financial services. Outside of advising, he is involved in sales of small group health insurance through the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides financial planning, access to model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products through an integrated adviser and sales platform.

Matthew Regan is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer and is a member of the Board of Directors for Friends of La Canada Baseball, a charity supporting the La Canada High School Baseball team. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans to client goals and risk tolerances.

Shane Waarbroek is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads a team of investment professionals that provides comprehensive wealth planning and personalized financial strategies, aiming to give clients confidence as they navigate various financial markets. His practice focuses on serving high net worth individuals, families, foundations, retirement plans, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and clients in sports and entertainment. With 18 years of experience in the financial services industry, Shane joined Merrill in 2003. He has expertise in corporate benefits, including equity compensation, defined benefit and contribution plans, executive compensation, and retirement planning. His team offers customized consultation that covers investments, lending through Bank of America, alternative investments, and diversification strategies. Shane’s responsibilities include selecting and overseeing specialized fund managers with tactical and strategic asset allocation. Shane earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with specializations in Computing and Business Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles. He holds professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment (SE). Outside of his professional work, Shane has been involved with UCLA alumni organizations and the Rotary Club of Westwood Village.

Kylie Silva is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at New York Life and NYLife Securities. She is based in Pasadena, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Hyunseon Roe is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Roe is based in Sherman Oaks, CA. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products via its integrated platform.

Felix Urena Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Citigroup Global Markets for 16 years before joining JPMorgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2023. He serves as a board member for LA Waterkeeper, a nonprofit focused on protecting and improving water quality in the Los Angeles area. 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 affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Esteban Sanchez is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2016. He has more than a decade of experience in financial services, having held roles as an Investment Consultant from 2014 to 2016 and as a Financial Representative from 2013 to 2014 within the same company. His expertise includes developing comprehensive financial plans tailored to individual client needs. Esteban holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting. Outside of his professional role, Esteban has personal interests in camping, family activities, hiking, movies, and volunteering.

Sean Keenan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 2007, beginning his career after graduating with a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Irvine. Sean joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in January 2019, bringing with him experience from Merrill Edge and Scottrade, where he served as an Investment Consultant. Sean specializes in helping clients manage their wealth to meet individual needs, focusing on a comprehensive and personalized approach that starts with understanding client goals. His areas of expertise include legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, and portfolio management services. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Residing in Monrovia, California, Sean balances his professional life with personal interests such as camping, fishing, hiking, and spending time with his family. He is also involved in community service with organizations including CAP San Bernardino Food Bank and Heal the Bay.

Michael Gorak is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Western International Securities, Inc. for a total of nine years. Outside of his advisory role, he is also an independent agent involved in non-variable insurance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Rodolfo Calderon is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2022. His career background also includes roles at HCL Technologies and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities.

Orzalla Sulaimankhil is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages TGT Holdings, LLC and IPQG Inc. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory options. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment vehicles such as insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options.

Chun Pong Lau is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and CTBC. Outside of advisory work, he is co-owner of Ares Palace LLC, a company focused on wholesale real estate acquisitions and residential property sales and remodeling. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors, utilizing a multi-manager platform with various program options and model portfolio implementations.

Ted He is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 license and possessing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he manages property rentals in the Los Angeles area. 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 that utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Maximillian Prato is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliate since 2023 and has held various roles including working at South Hill Country Club, where he also serves as a bartender. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors and utilizes multiple program structures and third-party managers.

Jesse Thurber is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. He has held roles at BancWest Investment Services and Bank of the West since 2015. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Sergio Lazzara is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, currently serving at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. He is also a board member of the Northlake Homeowners Association, a nonprofit organization in Valencia, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee to assist in modeling financial outcomes.

Yunfen Yi is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth and investment management for high net worth clients. With nine years of experience in the financial industry, she has worked with firms such as US Bancorp, JP Morgan, and PNC Bank, collaborating with teams to provide investment solutions tailored to clients' goals and needs. Yunfen's expertise includes managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and strategies for individual and corporate investments. Yunfen holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned her Bachelor's degree as well as a Master of Business Administration from Ramon Magsaysay Technological University, and an additional MBA from Mercer University. She is proficient in Chinese, Yue (Cantonese), and English. Yunfen values building trust and simplicity in her client relationships, focusing on open communication and understanding clients' life priorities to develop personalized financial plans. Outside of her professional work, Yunfen enjoys playing badminton, basketball, dancing, golfing, music, reading, running, singing, traveling, and practicing yoga. She is actively involved with the Chinese University Alumni Association Alliance of Southern California and the North America Chinese University Alumni Alliance.

Brian Zhu is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 designations. His prior work includes roles at East West Bank, Bank of the West, China Southern Airline, and UCLA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, supporting a broad range of account types and investment strategies.