Alex Gitelson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, City National Bank, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of ORQID MANAGEMENT LLC, a holding company for proprietary AI software he developed with a partner. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process is supported by centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Giancarla Ferrara is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Her prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Chase, UBS Financial Services, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Merrill. 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 financial planning, portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice and account management primarily delivered by investment adviser representatives using a range of strategies and tools.

Paul Peters is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has worked with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 1995 and has been associated with Peters Insurance Services Inc. since 1981. Outside of his advisory role, Peters is involved with various insurance agencies through Peters Financial Services, 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 provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Shayne Gabris is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity in 2025, he worked at Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade, among other firms. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across various asset classes.

Gregg Himfar is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Investacorp Advisory Services Inc, Investacorp, Inc., and Prudential Investment Management Service. He also maintains an outside business activity as a non-variable insurance agent. 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 financial planning and investment management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across various platforms.

Darren Poland is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at LPL Financial with seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he held roles at Lucia Securities, VO Engineering, and Trinity Geotechnical Engineering. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Ian Lucas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 65 designation and 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he spent 13 years at Graham Investment Management, Inc. and has been involved with Vx Logistics LLC since 2020. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Ryan Wetsel is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2009 and specializes in assisting clients with commercial banking and financing strategies, managing concentrated stock positions, and navigating significant transition events such as retirement, inheritance, or the sale of a business. Before joining Merrill Lynch, Ryan gained experience working with Welfare Strategies in Adelaide, Australia, where he helped business owners establish corporate benefit programs. He also contributed to quality control and accounting standards efforts at the American Standard plant in China. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Business from Westmont College in Santa Barbara. He has spent considerable time studying International Business across Europe, Asia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Ryan resides in Del Mar with his three children.

Jonathan Luevanos is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages High Country Thoroughbreds, a non-investment-related business in San Diego. 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 operates at scale with over 14,000 advisors and manages approximately $671 billion in assets, offering a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Zhi Hu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 credentials. His prior work history includes roles at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Scott Hemerick is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Merrill, Fidelity, and Citigroup Global Markets. 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 variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Andrew Meram is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients to develop holistic financial plans aimed at addressing key risks. His approach involves a four-step process that includes understanding clients' priorities, conducting a diagnostic analysis of their current financial situation, and providing clear recommendations without jargon. Andrew's experience at Fidelity Investments includes roles as Investment Consultant from 2022 to 2024, Relationship Manager from 2021 to 2022, and Financial Representative in 2021. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Andrew enjoys boating and spending time with his family.

Gloria Ruuspakka is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 65 credential and three years of industry experience. She previously worked with Carson Wealth/Cetera Advisor Networks from 2018 to 2020 and was involved with One Extraordinary Marriage from 2016 to 2018. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by advisor-facing tools.

Daniel McMahon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Carlsbad, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network, OSAIC, SAGEPOINT FINANCIAL, ICM Private Client Group, and Equitable Advisors. McMahon is also a co-owner of Terramar Wealth, Inc., a private entity involved in securities, advisory, and insurance business. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice provided by investment adviser representatives who may utilize various strategies and technology tools.

Jill Connelly is a financial advisor at Stifel with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co. since 2008. Stifel serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm offers brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment strategy developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

John Gilroy III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Prudential Equity Group, LLC from 1997 to 2003. He also serves as a trustee for a family trust. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes research and analytics to support its investment strategies and provides a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Michael Hayes is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Girard Securities before joining Cetera Wealth Services in 2017, continuing with Cetera since 2023. Outside of advising, he is involved in fixed insurance sales and owns businesses in real estate and financial services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, supporting diverse investment strategies and programs.

Jason Rudolph is a financial advisor at Stifel with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2016, following prior roles at Morgan Stanley and its affiliates from 2003 to 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he is a co-owner and operator of a snack and beverage vending business run alongside his wife. Stifel serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach relies on proprietary forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Zachary Lefever is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His background includes roles at Fidelity Investments as well as positions in various other organizations and community activities, including a role with Semester at Sea. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Aaron Bray is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 20 years of industry experience. His career includes 17 years at TD Ameritrade and its investment management affiliate before joining Charles Schwab in 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a rental property managed by a third party. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by centralized custody and integrated operational services.