Afarin Haidari Kahkesh is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, First Republic Bank, and Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Mai Le is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2023, Mai spent 14 years at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. She is also involved in mortgage loan origination and health insurance services in addition to her advisory role. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and platforms, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios, and supports discretionary and non-discretionary account management with various investment options.

Martin Lopez is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Charles Schwab and its affiliates since 1999. Lopez is based in Sunnyvale, California. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and delivers integrated advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Leticia Ong is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of finance, she is involved in elder care services through In-Home Supportive Services in San Jose, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets, utilizing structured planning processes and firm-approved tools.

Christopher Kovarik is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with various Wells Fargo entities since 2010. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets through a large network of financial advisors.

Diane Baer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 certification and previously worked at Citigroup for 34 years. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing a rental property in Snohomish, Washington. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, focusing on advisory services without individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Luiz Carlos Macedo is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2022, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining algorithmic automation and research-driven methods to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations focused on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies.

Sally Chib is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Los Altos, CA, holding a Series 66 license and 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2015. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering non-discretionary investment guidance alongside access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm is notable for its scale, integrated structure, and combination of advisory and brokerage services.

Christina Marie Mendoza is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 designations and has worked previously at NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. 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, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

John Roxas is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2005, including roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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 grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Stewart Pascoe is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 27 years of experience in the industry, including a long tenure at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Pascoe is based in San Jose, CA. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering both advisory and brokerage services. The firm provides access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of financial products through an integrated platform that combines advisory programs with insurance and lending services.

Matthew Prentice is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2016. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations, through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Jeremy Hsia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cupertino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with six years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2019, preceded by roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as well as a period of self-employment. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Hongze Chen is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at MassMutual Investors Services since 2017 and has been affiliated with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Prior to that, he spent 18 years at Metlife Securities Inc. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, with planning engagements structured as annual collaborative relationships using firm-approved analytical tools.

Andrew Tomlinson is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has served since 2018. He works closely with clients to develop comprehensive retirement income strategies, addressing tax-efficient investing and navigating key retirement risks. His collaborative, detail-oriented approach supports families in preserving their wealth and working toward long-term financial goals. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, progressing through roles including Private Client Specialist, Investments Representative, and Financial Consultant before his current position. Andrew holds a California insurance license. Outside of his professional work, Andrew's personal interests include cars, concerts, gardening, hiking, pets, and running.

Christopher Koyama is a Financial Consultant currently with Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2021. Prior to this, he held the position of Financial Consultant at E*TRADE Financial from 2018 to 2021, and served as a Private Client Advisor at Bank of the West from 2015 to 2018. Christopher holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in wealth planning and financial consulting. His professional approach centers on building transparent relationships tailored to client priorities, leveraging his team's dedication and Fidelity's network to develop customized strategies. Outside of his professional role, Christopher is engaged in family activities, parenthood, and caring for pets.

Kenneth Flax is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Weehawken, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS Financial Services since 2006 and previously at U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray Inc. since 2002. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides research-based investment strategies tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Pamela Takacs is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with Financial Consultants to assist clients in customizing their financial plans to work towards achieving their financial goals. She has been in this role since 2023. Prior to her current position, Pamela served as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2011 to 2022. She holds a California Insurance License.

Annie Wakayama is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Simon Lui is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on high net worth individuals and their families, including their businesses, to navigate financial strategies. His expertise includes retirement planning, income distribution strategies, asset allocation, goal planning, education planning, insurance planning, company and business investments, and 401K and deferred compensation. Simon helps clients manage equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Simon holds a Bachelor's Degree from San Francisco State University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His professional experience includes extensive work in the finance industry prior to becoming a wealth manager, which he applies to assist clients in both short-term and long-term financial planning under changing market conditions. He follows Merrill's tradition of community involvement and volunteers with local organizations. Outside of work, Simon enjoys golfing, spending time with his family, and playing tennis.