Michelle Pollak is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Orinda, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Pollak serves on the Boards of Directors for the Sleepy Hollow Parents Club and Friends of Ruwenzori, dedicating several hours monthly to these community organizations. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Teddy Ottens Seibert is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in vineyard maintenance and is a member of TwiningVine, a wine industry organization. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to client goals and risk tolerances while offering institutional trading capabilities alongside wealth management.

Mark Kalinowski is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2013. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Raymond Lederer is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2008 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he teaches an Introduction to Business Survey course at Las Positas Community College. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients.

Gerald Guintu is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2023, he spent 14 years at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. Outside of his primary advisory role, he owns DR Yachts LLC, which involves marketing charter services and vessel maintenance. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services alongside financial planning and retirement consulting. The firm employs a variety of investment tools and platforms to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client preferences.

Carlina Phan is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Patelco Credit Union, CUSO Financial Services, and Wells Fargo in various capacities. Phan is also involved with Patelco Financial Solutions, a DBA related to her LPL business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Patrick Torrey is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2010 and 2012, respectively. 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 advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence on alternative investments.

Martin Warner is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in personalized wealth management strategies, helping clients pursue goals such as college education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, retirement planning and income, portfolio management, and individual and corporate investment strategies. Martin holds a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Mary's College of California and is designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He supports clients by developing financial strategies tailored to their long-term objectives. Additionally, Martin maintains a commitment to community involvement through volunteer work with local organizations, reflecting the Merrill tradition of community participation.

Frederick Ferber is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Diego Andres Clavijo Arnez is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked in various roles including positions at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, Jackson's Hardware, and Banana Republic. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, offering detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax efficiency analysis in its advisory approach and maintains a centralized team to deliver these services.

Ryan Minkin is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Bank of America, Golden 1 Credit Union, and the University of California, Davis. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Bobby Chung is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2018. Prior to this, he gained experience as a Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2015 to 2018, and as a Financial Specialist at PNC from 2013 to 2015. Bobby works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develops personalized strategies tailored to their unique needs. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his ability to provide comprehensive financial and insurance guidance. Bobby emphasizes building lasting relationships with clients based on trust, integrity, and exceptional service, offering knowledgeable guidance and ongoing advice. Outside of his professional work, Bobby enjoys biking, participating in family activities, social events with friends, parenthood, and spending time with pets.

Thomas Fezler is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ameriprise since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Fezler serves on the Board of Directors for Holy Spirit CYO and is involved with the Holy Spirit School Board’s Finance Committee. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that focuses on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s retirement income service uses research and algorithmic tools to provide tailored recommendations within a defined investment universe.

Nathaniel Hurst is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entity since 2014. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, delivering tailored, research-driven recommendations that incorporate tax efficiency and Social Security strategies. The firm combines algorithmic tools with advisory oversight to produce non-discretionary retirement plans, focusing on clients who maintain assets within Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Nicholas Knudsen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Target Corporation, and AAA Insurance. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines institutional advisory capabilities with brokerage, distribution, and investment management services.

Stephen Lee is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has five years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2021 and is the owner of Redwood Wealth, a financial services firm. Prior to his financial advisory career, he was employed at the New York City Department of Small Business Services from 2015 to 2023. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Timothy Baughman is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Rafael, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2015. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates strategic and tactical asset allocation with tax-aware strategies and supports various investment restrictions and cash management options.

Jennifer Delgadillo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing, where she has been since 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services 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.

Clement Richardson is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at OSAIC since 2023 and previously spent three years with FSC Securities Corporation and over 20 years with Umpqua Investments, Inc. Richardson is the principal of Richardson eWealth Strategies Inc., where he provides leadership and strategic direction. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers a range of brokerage and investment advisory services utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and third-party money managers to construct portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Michael Spiering is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Citigroup Global Markets since the mid-2000s. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs supported by structured planning tools and risk modeling techniques.