Thomas Griffin Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 16 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 individuals and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and comprehensive asset management.

Xiaoyi Tang is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Cupertino, CA, holding the CFA® designation along with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Tang has one year of industry experience, including prior work at E Fund Management Co. Ltd. for eight years. 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, combining non-discretionary advisory with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a formal alternative investment platform.

Ella Zarren is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving since 2019. She works primarily with high net worth families in Silicon Valley, focusing on comprehensive family wealth planning to support financial independence. Ella is supported by a team of professionals to assist clients throughout their wealth planning journey. Her experience at Fidelity includes roles as a Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and currently as a Financial Consultant, reflecting a progression of responsibilities and expertise in financial advisory services. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional career, Ella has personal interests that include baseball, board games, family activities, singing, traveling, and yoga.

Nathan Peyzner is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he supports and guides families through their financial journeys. He focuses on building strong relationships and making financial planning approachable by offering clear communication and thoughtful strategies. Nathan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, holding various roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and currently Financial Consultant. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Nathan enjoys family activities, visiting museums, outdoor adventures, skiing, tennis, and traveling.

Nathanael Silin is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Newark, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2014 and has held multiple roles in transportation and delivery services. Outside of advisory work, Silin operates a landscaping contracting business and has experience as a driver for ride-sharing and delivery services. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

William Murray is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2003. In addition to advisory work, he is involved in sales of investment-related products and also receives compensation for referring home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which offers model-delivery strategies and selectively managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure while delegating trading and execution to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Endry Surjanto is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 22 years of experience in the financial industry. His prior roles include positions at First Tech Federal Credit Union and Citigroup Global Markets. He is also president of ATS Wealth Circle LLC and EACS Corporation, both involved in wealth management and financial services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools to support client goals, along with specialized services such as municipal advising and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Joann Stewart is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 31 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 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 investment advice. The firm employs an IPS-driven process grounded in modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, beyond typical institutional offerings.

John Campbell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2017. Prior to that, he worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. from 2009 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that use structured discovery processes and approved planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Timothy Liu is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he partners with clients and their families to develop customized financial plans tailored to their unique situations, implementing strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals. He serves as a primary resource for comprehensive wealth management planning at Fidelity. Prior to joining Fidelity, Timothy worked as a Senior Private Client Advisor at Bank of the West from 2015 to 2022. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in providing financial advisory services. Outside of his professional work, Timothy has personal interests in boating, cars, fishing, and traveling.

Brian Vera Cruz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Heritage Bank of Commerce and First Republic Bank. Outside of his financial career, he is involved in photography as a proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large institutional firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and research to support its financial planning process.

Charles Lawson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2010. 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 combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, offering proprietary research and a broad suite of capital markets solutions.

Emily Sims is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Waddell and Reed and Amy Cook, as well as operating as a notary and managing a home-based Etsy shop and freelance design business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of financial planning and investment management solutions with access to both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Ruhi Mistry is a Financial Advisor based in San Jose, working with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on client areas including Corporate Benefits, LGBT Wealth Planning, Liquidity Management, Managing New Wealth, Personal Retirement Planning, Socially Responsible and ESG Investing, Women and Wealth, and Retirement Income. Ruhi is committed to helping individuals and families gain clarity around their finances and improve their financial well-being. Ruhi believes that financial health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being that is often overlooked. She works to empower clients by understanding their unique circumstances, enabling them to make informed decisions and achieve financial goals they may have thought unattainable. Her mission is to help clients build a solid financial foundation to live well today and create the future they envision. She holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned her education from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Outside of her professional work, Ruhi enjoys biking, music, and traveling.

Kin Lau is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2019, with prior roles at Prestige Asset Management Limited and BTL Asset Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a wide range of retail and institutional investment services.

Eric Lucero is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2020, he worked briefly at Fisher Investments and has been involved with Nu-Image, an automotive and transportation business, since 2013. His background also includes roles at Uber, the San Jose Earthquakes, Mills Hospital, and the San Mateo Athletic Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including customized financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers planning services supported by firm-approved tools and investment research.

Larysa Smykovskaya is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving since 2018. In her role, she partners with clients to build personalized financial plans that address both short-term and long-term investment goals. She has extensive experience in wealth management and portfolio management, having held positions such as Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager at TD Wealth Private Client Group from 2015 to 2018, Vice President and Portfolio Manager at PNC Wealth Management from 2013 to 2015, Senior Investment Specialist at Wells Fargo Private Bank from 2008 to 2013, and Financial Advisor to High Net Worth Clients at Vanguard Group from 2005 to 2008. Larysa holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys fitness, hiking, skiing, theater, and traveling.

Linh Thai is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2016. Based in Menlo Park, CA, Linh holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products under a fiduciary standard.

Jacob Cadena is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Financial LLC, Robert W. Baird & Co Inc, New York Life Insurance Co, and Greenpeace International. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools and structured planning engagements.

Paul King is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Campbell, California, holding the CFP® designation and securities licenses Series 63 and Series 65. He has 38 years of industry experience, including over three decades with LPL Financial and King Wealth Planning, Inc. Since 2025, he has been associated with Pence Financial Group LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plans. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies across various asset classes.