Matthew Lang is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Portland, OR, holding the Series 66 designation. He joined UBS in 2026 following nine years of full-time education and three years of extended travel. 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 utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Courtney Foley is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Fisher Investments with eight years of industry experience, including three years prior to joining Fisher at The Columbian. She is based in Camas, Washington. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios, and it offers sub-advisory and retirement plan services.

Kyle Harris is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Portland, OR, with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked in both advisory and non-advisory roles, including employment as a barista at Black Rock Coffee Bar. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services with access to model portfolios, research, and a variety of investment strategies.

Forrest Strickland Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Cetera since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, Porter, Evoke Management, and the Beaverton School District. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Thomas De Marco is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with six years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and previously worked at Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory role, he manages DeMarco Financial Group, focused on investment management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers tailored financial planning and investment consulting services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities. The firm employs fact-finding and analytical tools to guide clients and supports a range of advisory programs and institutional consulting services.

Jakob Von Diaz is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to develop strategies that pursue their financial goals across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons. He provides resources and guidance on a range of services, including investing, retirement planning, and managing unexpected financial needs. He also facilitates access to specialists at Bank of America for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Jakob's areas of expertise include executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds professional designations as an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his High School Diploma from ST Joseph School and an Associate's Degree from Clark College. Jakob speaks English and Tagalog (Filipino). Outside of his professional work, his personal interests include basketball, running, and traveling.

Anthony Bardi is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Avantax Insurance Agency, Avantax Advisory Services, and Avantax Investment Services. Bardi is also president of Tax and Financial Solutions, where he prepares tax returns and assists with business management. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad 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 with over 10,000 advisors and assets exceeding $256 billion.

Bianca Urdes is a financial advisor at Stifel with 18 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2018, following five years at UBS Financial Services Inc. and an additional twelve years at UBS Financial services. Stifel serves a broad client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jill Kusmirek is a financial advisor based in Vancouver, WA, affiliated with Cetera. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and brings 25 years of industry experience. Her prior engagements include roles at Boyce Financial Group and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. She also works as an insurance agent, selling life, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform and various program structures.

Garon Nemyre is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2012. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment approach that integrates quantitative and qualitative research and utilizes tax-aware strategies and risk management techniques.

Susan Konstantaras is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Fisher Investments, where she has worked since 2007. She has eight years of industry experience and is based in Camas, WA. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients by providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm also offers sub-advisory and retirement plan services, managing separate accounts alongside pooled investment vehicles and collective funds.

Braden Balocan is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. He previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, and he has been involved with Finity Group, LLC for over a decade, where he also acts as an independent insurance agent. LPL Financial is a nationally 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 provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and offering tools such as model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Garrett Williams is a financial advisor at Cetera with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, U.S. Bancorp Investments, and JP Morgan Securities. Outside of finance, he operates a wedding and special events DJ business and has served on the board of the Journey Theater Arts Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services using both affiliated and third-party managers, supporting various program structures and custodial relationships.

Marie Selby is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various J.P. Morgan and First Republic entities since 2015. 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 a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm delivers these advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Adrian Neal is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Colleen Lenard, Waddell & Reed, and various insurance carriers. Outside of his advisory work, Adrian coaches with Runner2Runner. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients through a broad range of financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary management using model portfolios, research, and technology-driven strategies.

Steven Aldrink is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Portland, OR, holding a Series 66 designation with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Lacie Walker is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tigard, Oregon, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked with LPL Financial since 2020 and previously held positions at Columbia Bank from 2014 to 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she is a business owner of T.A.W. Transport, Inc. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Jeffery Bratt is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Portland, OR, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach utilizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools, integrating proprietary market outlooks and scenario modeling while generally acting in an advisory capacity rather than providing individual security recommendations.

Alan Lyons is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Portland, OR, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 53 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2007, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and market simulations.

David Brown is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., having previously worked at Edward Jones for nine years. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a photography business specializing in action sports and portraits and oversees operations at Vista NW WM, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools for risk profiling and outcome modeling, supporting clients through various advisory programs and institutional consulting.