Ming Chung is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Torrance, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for eight years before joining LPL Financial in 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in estate planning activities. LPL Financial serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, supported by proprietary and third-party research, and provides both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Kristin Nickerson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked at Citizens Bank and its affiliated entities from 2015 to 2021. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm combines proprietary research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Luca Caligo is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. His prior work experience includes roles at the County of Sonoma, Kern County, and various retail and educational institutions. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by providing brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor investment solutions. The firm combines wealth management with institutional trading capabilities and offers a broad range of financial services.

William Ruiz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations, and has 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools, with clients having discretion over implementation through various brokerage or advisory programs.

Jesse Hinojosa is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022 and concurrently affiliated with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2015. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives, with an investment menu that notably includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Lisa Quartarone is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Torrance, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer for the West Village Homeowners Association. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and access to alternative investments within a large, integrated platform.

Michelle Hur is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she partners with clients to understand their priorities and collaborates to develop customized financial plans that align with their needs and objectives. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Michelle worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2016 to 2018. Michelle emphasizes building strong, long-term relationships with her clients, focusing on trust, reliability, and professional competence. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her ability to provide comprehensive financial guidance.

Brandon Higa is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rolling Hills Estates, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at E*TRADE Capital Management and E*TRADE Securities. Outside of finance, he is an officer of Big Head Productions and an active SAG-AFTRA actor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through structured planning tools and a range of investment offerings.

Micah Willis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2018, he worked at Merrill Lynch for one year and was involved with the Port Theater and Mihaylo College of Business and Economics at Cal State Fullerton. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Kenneth Whittenbury is a CFP® and Series 66 designated advisor with Edward Jones in La Palma, CA, with 17 years of industry experience, all at Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns an income property in Bullhead City, AZ. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base, including individual and institutional investors, with over $1 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Rendi Wijaya is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Securities LLC since 2015 and previously operated his own advisory practice from 2009 to 2019. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Roy Seto is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Clinomics and involvement with Friends of Santa Ana Zoo. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party managers.

Sophia Rosa is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in New York, NY, and has three years of industry experience. Her career history includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, KeyBank, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services across retail and institutional markets with various investment and planning resources.

Christian Flores is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He previously worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. Prior to that, he served as an Investment Support Representative at both CUNA Brokerage and SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union from 2021 to 2022. Christian focuses on understanding his clients and their families by partnering with them to co-create personalized plans aimed at meeting their specific needs and goals. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Christian's personal interests include beach activities, family activities, parenthood, soccer, swimming, and traveling.

Ahmad Husami is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving clients at Cetera. He previously worked at Avantax Investment Services, Inc. and 1 St Global Advisors, Inc., among other firms. Husami is also trustee and beneficiary of the Sun Shine Trust and has longstanding involvement with his own financial planning practice, Husami & Associates. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser supporting a nationwide network of independent advisors who serve individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with model portfolios, third-party managers, and customizable strategies.

Andrej Simunac is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill, headquartered in El Segundo, California. He works with clients from diverse professions including doctors, dentists, CPAs, attorneys, executives, and business owners. Andrej assists them in evaluating their readiness for financial milestones such as financial freedom by integrating various aspects of their financial lives including investments, wealth planning, lending, cash-flow, wealth transfer, and savings. With more than fifteen years of experience in banking and wealth management, Andrej began his career with Wells Fargo as a Licensed Banker and transitioned to Merrill in 2011. He has held positions such as Financial Advisor and Private Banker before returning to Merrill in 2022. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from California State University, Northridge, and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation. He is fluent in Serbo-Croatian, German, and English. Outside of his professional role, Andrej enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, and daughter. He participates in outdoor activities such as paddle boarding, kayaking, running, hiking, and backpacking in the Sierras. Originally from the former Yugoslavia, he has a keen interest in travel and is familiar with destinations including Croatia and Mexico. He is also involved in community service through donating blood.

Miles Irish is a financial advisor with Merrill in El Segundo, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1992 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Running2win.com, a running training log website that serves elite, collegiate, and high school cross country teams. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of clients including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Vishal Chandra is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works with clients to develop financial and retirement plans aimed at creating financial peace of mind. He brings experience from previous roles at Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager and Financial Representative, as well as a position as Sales Representative at Osaic Institutions. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in financial planning and advising. Vishal's professional background spans several years within the financial services industry, focusing on client relationship management and personalized financial strategies. Outside of his professional duties, Vishal enjoys a variety of personal interests including bowling, family activities, fitness, hiking, movies, and painting.

Dimitri Glavas is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at JP Morgan Securities LLC for seven years before joining Wells Fargo in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in film production as a business owner. 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 advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broad range of financial products including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

James De Falco is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Redondo Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2017 and previously was with National Planning Holdings and National Planning Corporation. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by in-house and third-party research.