Colton Punches is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial and Securities America Advisors. Fidelity, through its affiliate Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to create diversified model portfolios.

Glenn Mazzone is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. 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 and integrates structured discovery conversations with firm-approved planning tools.

Kristel Jocson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2017, following five years at J.P. Morgan Securities. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives, demographics, and risk tolerances.

Sacha Mackels is a CFP® and ChFC® with 14 years of experience in financial services. He is affiliated with Cetera and has previously worked with Securian Financial Services and Minnesota Life Insurance. Mackels is also the owner of Mackels Advisory and Planning LLC, an expense management business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individual investors, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and access to both affiliated and third-party investment managers.

Zackery Bertrand is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with ten years of industry experience, currently with OSAIC since 2025. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for nine years. Outside of advisory work, he is also licensed as an insurance agent offering accident and health insurance, disability insurance, fixed/indexed annuities, long-term care insurance, and traditional life insurance products. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform that offers brokerage and advisory services with an emphasis on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization.

Casey Caliva is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience, currently with Edward Jones since 2007. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Casey worked at Wells Fargo Investments for one year. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Ryan Friesen is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has held roles at several related firms including Celeste Financial Group and Vanderbyl Associates INC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Celeste Financial Group, where he reviews client profiles and prepares client reviews. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large, SEC-registered advisory firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform featuring both affiliated and third-party investment options.

Jake Johnson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Blanke Schein Wealth Management and CV Strategies, as well as various non-financial roles including teaching at Palm Desert High School and Palm Desert Charter Middle School. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities.

Christie Shaw is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2011. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of financial planning and investment management solutions.

Camilla Kaae is a financial advisor at Cetera with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Fisher Investments UK, Fisher Investments, and CIM Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors and provides access to multiple investment platforms and third-party managers.

Melissa Mills is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously held positions at Royal Alliance Associates, INC. and Genovese Burford & Brothers. 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, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Luke Rican is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works directly with clients to define financial goals and develop portfolio strategies designed to help clients pursue those goals. He provides ongoing advice and adjusts portfolios as clients' situations change. Luke holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Washington. His approach focuses on understanding what matters to clients and their families to help create a financial strategy tailored to their needs.

Nolan Worley is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial, NW Asset Management, and Cavanaugh Financial Group. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides access to various investment programs and utilizes technology tools to support advisors while maintaining oversight of a large network of representatives and significant discretionary assets.

Jack Patague Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked at Matthew Plocher and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC from 2014 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is a content creator and streamer for Gold Sparrow Gaming. 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 and third-party asset management, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Ria Gost is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 23 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Commonwealth Financial Network, SCF Investment Advisors, and Sprott Asset Management USA, among others. 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.

Jared Roethlisberger is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive wealth planning and investment strategies tailored to clients' financial goals and needs. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, progressing through roles including Regional Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, and Assistant Branch Office Manager before assuming his current leadership position in 2018. Prior to joining Fidelity, Jared worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2011 to 2013. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial and insurance planning. Jared's professional experience encompasses wealth management, investment consulting, and client relationship management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jared enjoys camping, cars, family activities, hiking, parenthood, and traveling.

Andrew Goins is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services, as well as work with In Home Supportive Services, Uber, and Lyft. He is involved in sales of investment-related products and also engages in part-time referrals for home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts under a tiered wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and retains authority over model availability, using independent due diligence and delegated trading by BNY Mellon Advisors.

Tiffany Sanders is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years at the firm and 8 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America since 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-founder of the Iconic Arts Complex, a nonprofit performance arts organization where she oversees administration, programs, fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. She also owns a food delivery service operated outside market hours. 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.

Farnaz Tajadod is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2025, she was with LPL Financial LLC from 2021 to 2025. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement planning, dependable income sources, and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Pablo Serna is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Silicon Valley Bank, Boston Private Wealth LLC, and Banc of America Investment Services. 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.