Jeffrey Wells is a financial advisor at Stifel with 42 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Stifel Nicolaus & Co. Inc. in 2020, he worked at Bank of America, N.A. from 2013 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages the Austin-Marie Collection, a historical guitar collection that includes a book set, posters, and audio tracks. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional investors, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Brendan McGrath is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2013 and was previously affiliated with AXA-Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a managing member of Affordable Luxury Rentals - ABC, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

William Benner is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Francisco, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2013, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Paul Lefebvre Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2020 and previously held roles at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch from 2011 to 2020. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Elizabeth Sackett is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Francisco, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 1993. 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 uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment plans.

Jared McCray is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He focuses on partnering with successful individuals and families to align their wealth with their vision of financial freedom. Jared helps clients create financial plans that identify opportunities, address potential risks, and provide a clear path forward. Through ongoing monitoring, proactive guidance, and strategic adjustments, he assists clients in navigating change while keeping their financial decisions aligned with their goals and values. Jared has extensive experience in the financial industry, having held various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2012, including Financial Representative, Investment Representative, Financial Consultant, and now Vice President, Financial Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, he was a Registered Representative at First Investors from 2011 to 2012. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Jared's personal interests include beach activities, fitness, scuba diving, snowboarding, and traveling.

Xing Liu is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in San Francisco, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, Liu worked at JPMCB (China) Co Ltd, Zhong Ou Asset Management, and BNP Paribas. 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 through its Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Robert Sutton is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2014 and 2015, respectively. He is based in San Francisco, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides planning services both directly and through employer agreements.

Patrick Waters currently serves as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he began in 2024. In this capacity, he assists clients in developing effective investment strategies and financial plans that aim to provide them with peace of mind. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Patrick held various marketing and leadership positions within the financial services industry. His experience includes roles such as Senior Marketing Consultant at Splendeftly Marketing Consulting, LLC; Head of ESG and Retirement Marketing at Allspring Global Investments - Wells Fargo Asset Management; Head of Defined Contribution Marketing at State Street Global Advisors; Director of Institutional Marketing at BlackRock; and Director of Marketing at Charles Schwab. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Patrick has interests in art, biking, cooking and baking, enjoying food, movies, and volunteering.

Bruce Mcmillan is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 45 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, previously working at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2013 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the investment committee and board of trustees for the St. Andrew’s Society of San Francisco, which promotes Scottish art, culture, and music. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s investment 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.

John Sturiale is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience currently with Charles Schwab in Danville, CA. He has held various roles within the Schwab organization since 2012, including positions at Charles Schwab Trust Bank, Charles Schwab Investment Advisory, Inc., and Charles Schwab Bank. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base mainly consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory solutions supported by a centralized operational structure.

David Lim is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Francisco, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, Citigroup, and First Republic Securities Company. 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, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kenneth Vercellino is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in San Francisco, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2022, he worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. for 12 years. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional and pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Victor Tan is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2015 and holds the Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Kenneth Tarrant is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. 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.

Matthew Swimmer is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Francisco, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he has worked in various roles across retail, hospitality, and education sectors. Outside of finance, he operates a small online resale business focused on watches and accessories. 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, and institutions.

Brett Villaume is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has previously worked at Dogpatch Wealth, Pacific Premier Bancorp, and Opus Bank. Villaume serves as an adjunct professor at Golden Gate University and is secretary of the Technical Analysis Educational Foundation, a nonprofit educational advocacy group. He is also treasurer of the Dogpatch Neighborhood Association. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through various third-party managers and LPL programs. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Guneet Bains Ajmani is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2026, Ajmani worked at LPL Financial and BMO Bank, where he held advisory roles for over a decade. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves 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 integrates structured planning tools and firm-approved methodologies in its advisory process.

James Patrick is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at Bank of America and Merrill. He has been with UBS since 2019. 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 utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Robert Wilson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and experience in the financial industry beginning in 2023. He previously worked at First Republic Bank from 2012 to 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.