Arjun Subbiah Nanjappa Titermada is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. He has held positions at Fidelity Investments since 2023 and previously worked at New York Life Insurance Company from 2020 to 2023. Prior to his finance career, he spent seven years at BCKM Memorial Hospital. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a range of model portfolios.

Joshua Minkstein is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Roseville, California. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Becker Financial Group for 12 years and has been with LPL Financial LLC since 2007. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Chandler Lenkey is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping professionals navigate complex financial decisions as their lives and careers evolve. His approach focuses on bringing clarity and coordination to clients' financial landscapes, emphasizing structure and long-term confidence over short-term outcomes. Chandler works with clients on areas including family wealth management strategies, employee financial health, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree from the California State University System as well as studies at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Beyond his professional work, Chandler is involved with organizations such as Sacramento Metro Edge and The Salvation Army, and he participates in community efforts with Habitat for Humanity and The Salvation Army. His personal interests include basketball, camping, cooking, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, reading, spending time with family, and traveling.

Mandie Van Buren is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lincoln, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, she owned a custom window coverings business and has experience in real estate sales. She serves as treasurer for the Placer Women's Network and is a silent partner and president at a local kickboxing gym. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm has a large national network of advisors and branch offices and offers additional services such as tax-efficient management and securities-based lending.

Aaron Diringer is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. He is dedicated to assisting clients in achieving the financial goals they have established for themselves and their families. Prior to his current role, Aaron served as a Territory Specialist at Franklin Templeton Investments from 2017 to 2022. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting. Outside of his professional career, Aaron is involved in military service, parenthood, and volunteering activities.

Madeline Salidas is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Roseville, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Franklin Templeton Investments, as well as positions in education prior to entering finance. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages substantial client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Maxwell Fields is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Redwood Investment Management and Bicoastal Recruiting Partners. Maxwell has also been involved with Arizona State University through the Devil's Advocates program. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute with diversification principles and modern portfolio theory in its investment approach.

Stephen Crowder is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple firms, including LPL Financial LLC and Bank of the West. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Trustees for The Grand Lodge of Nevada Free and Accepted Masons, where he is involved in financial oversight and governance. Wells Fargo Advisors provides investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, managing approximately $671 billion in assets through a network of more than 14,000 financial advisors. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research and analytics to support diversification and modern portfolio theory in its investment approach.

Timothy Parsons is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previous work history at JP Morgan Chase Bank and Northwestern Mutual. Prior to his financial services career, he worked in the restaurant industry for over a decade. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Heidi Hunter is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 35 years of industry experience. She has held positions at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Hunter holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing comprehensive written recommendations on topics such as retirement, income tax, estate, and special needs planning. The firm combines goal-based analyses with a managed-account program under a consolidated billing option while maintaining planning and portfolio management as separate services.

Jackeline Matter is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Her prior experience includes roles at JP Morgan Securities LLC and MAC Cosmetics. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA 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 broad range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Edgard Laguna is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

John Carlsen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at various Wells Fargo entities since 2001. Outside of advising, he serves as treasurer for El Dorado Hills Lacrosse. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by in-house research and third-party analytics.

Anthony Wilcox is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their long-term goals and helping them organize and transfer their wealth effectively. Anthony has a diverse professional background, including a career as an Army officer and experience in consulting across various fields such as surgery, economic development, technology, and organizational structure. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has earned bachelor's degrees from the United States Military Academy and Oregon State University, as well as a master's degree from William Jessup University. Outside of his professional work, Anthony is actively involved in his community, coaching football at Granite Bay High School and serving on the Granite Bay Rugby Board. He is a member of the American Legion and the West Point Association of Graduates. Anthony enjoys spending time with his family and engaging in outdoor activities.

William Odonnell is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2016, following a one-year tenure at Tmfs Advisors, Llc. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services for workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages both model-based and customized portfolios and supports a large client base through advisor-led and online offerings.

Judy Ho is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with nine years of industry experience, currently associated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. She has worked previously at Edward Jones and is involved with Lane Florence, LLC. Ho serves as a director for the Cordova Recreation & Parks Foundation. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, offering proprietary and third-party strategies with various implementation options.

Madeline Phillips is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently advising at Edelman Financial Engines. Her prior experience includes roles at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C., Smart Investor, LLC, Sand Hill Global Advisors, LLC, and Morgan Stanley. Edelman Financial Engines offers technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm employs a proprietary, committee-driven investment process combined with planner delivery and online tools, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management across diversified portfolios.

Stephen Hardisty is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2007, following prior roles at Axa Advisors, 1717 Capital Management Company, and MSI Financial Services. In addition to his advisory work, he operates a separate business providing disability and health insurance services. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and relies on third-party asset managers and advisory programs to deliver customized investment solutions.

John Allen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Roseville, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. Since 2016, he has been associated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the boards of Sacramento Angels, an angel investing group, and the Big River Vista Mutual Water Company; he is also a member of the Dean Advisory Council for California State University Sacramento’s School of Business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines broad retail and institutional services with specialized activities such as private funds and principal trading.

Bart Zitnitsky is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at First Republic Bank and its affiliated investment and securities firms for seven years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the boards of two nonprofit organizations focused on community support and animal welfare. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and a global investment committee.