Jason Samuelsen is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Edward Jones since 2025 and has prior experience at STN Digital, Evolytics, American Century Investments, Sporting Kansas City, and Bowling Green State University. Outside of advisory work, he manages a rental property in Kansas City, MO. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated financial products through a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

John Miller is a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2017, including roles at both Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Prior to his advisory career, he spent four years at Virginia Tech. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement planning advice based on in-depth analysis and tax-aware strategies.

Yi Lu is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2010. UBS Financial Services Inc. 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 utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to client goals.

Rodrigo Ramos is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2010 and holds a Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, operating as a broker-dealer, investment adviser, and futures commission merchant.

Michael Zeiger is a financial advisor with Cetera based in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 23 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Cetera and its affiliates since 2015. Outside of advisory work, he is involved as an insurance agent selling fixed insurance products and also prepares taxes part-time. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios and bespoke strategies.

Joseph Campano 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 Smith Barney since 2010, following a 16-year tenure at Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers a range of advisory programs including estate planning and corporate financial planning agreements.

Richard Cerruti is a financial advisor with Fidelity in San Diego, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade, Citigroup, and BancWest Investment Services. Outside of his advisory work, he has served as a tennis coach at De La Salle High School. 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, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across funds and managed accounts.

James Waddell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. He is based in La Jolla, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm’s financial planning process utilizes structured tools and models, delivering tailored plans through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Mark Hyma is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 credential and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has served in various roles at firms including Avantax Advisory Services and PFS Wealth Advisors and is also involved in tax preparation and management of commercial rental properties. Hyma is the president of PFS Wealth Advisors, Inc. and the CEO of PFS Acq Corporation, which oversees financial services acquisitions. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large nationwide network of independent advisors and serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with both discretionary and non-discretionary program structures.

Damian Olivas is a financial advisor with Merrill based in San Diego, CA. He holds the Series 66 designation and has 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1994. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kyle Schmidt is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he assists clients in constructing customized financial plans tailored to their individual financial goals. He focuses on creating trusted relationships to help clients navigate everyday financial challenges and make sound investment decisions. Kyle has held several roles in the financial industry, including positions at Fidelity Investments and Natixis Investment Managers, LLC. His experience spans from investment consulting to regional directorship, reflecting a depth of knowledge in financial planning and investment management. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Kyle enjoys activities such as the beach, concerts, fitness, social events, golf, and traveling.

Masha Efros is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in La Jolla, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services before joining Morgan Stanley in 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer and Finance Committee Board Member for the San Diego Cooperative Preschool. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through financial advisors and specialized planning groups.

Michael Faltico is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Voya Financial Advisors and LifePro Financial Services. He is also treasurer of the Point Loma High School Boys Basketball Booster Board. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary options.

Steven Ford is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with understanding a client's financial situation and priorities. Steven helps clients create customized wealth management strategies that are adaptable to changing needs and market conditions. He provides access to Merrill's investment insights as well as Bank of America's banking and lending services to support various aspects of clients' financial lives. Steven has over ten years of experience at Merrill Lynch following a career as an IMAX cameraman. During this time, he has developed expertise in serving endowments, foundations, and non-profits; legacy planning; managing new wealth; portfolio management; tax minimization; and retirement income. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from San Francisco State University. Outside of his professional work, Steven is active in community organizations, including the Solana Beach Little League and Solana Beach Soccer Club. He has also been involved as a coach and board member in youth sports. His personal interests include surfing, mountain biking, tennis, chess, fishing, golfing, hiking, music, photography, skiing, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Miles Fleming is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at LPL Financial since 2021. Prior to joining LPL, he was involved with various organizations including the Rotary Club of Del Mar and the San Diego Council on Aging. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Kevin Christensen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and over 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Overland & Shanahan from 2016 to 2020 and has been with LPL Financial since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, Christensen is involved with Align Planning LLC, a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Britt Stephens is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2021. She has held roles at various insurance carriers, Employer Services Group, Lumena Financial Strategies, Inc., and Waddell & Reed Inc. Stephens operates a DBA related to her LPL business under Lumena Financial Strategies, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, combining advisory solutions with extensive non-advisory financial activities.

Aaron Herrscher is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity in 2025, he worked at Financial Sense Wealth Management for five years and held positions at Sage Stone Wealth Management and Salient Wealth Planning. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Funds. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves a range of clients through discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services.

Darrel Madison is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and its affiliate Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, managing approximately $671 billion in assets through a network of over 14,000 financial advisors.

William Corder is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Manning Wealth Management, Inc. for 12 years and Commonwealth Financial Network for 15 years. He is also the Chief Operating Officer of The Manning Companies, a support company based in San Diego. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, and supports its clients through various advisory programs and institutional consulting.