Liny Li is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Millbrae, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. She previously worked at U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. for seven years and at Zions Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with CB&T Wealth Advisors. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of representatives, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services.

Benjamin Zusman is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at New York Life for two years and was involved in the restaurant business at Italian Colors Restaurant for four years. He also has experience working with the U.S. House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including various types of households and organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory and investment services through a national network of advisors and branch offices.

Richard Zak is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Charles Schwab since 2000 and serves as a volunteer board member with the CFP Board since 2017. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base including 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 combines non-discretionary advice with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized operations and alternative investment due diligence.

Alexander Rich is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and having 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab and its affiliates since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a rental services business in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Michael Petersen is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2002. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm utilizes a centralized investment approach combining quantitative screening and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios and manages risk through tax-aware processes and defensive tactics.

Gerard Bessette is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where he has served since 2026. In this role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their individual goals and priorities. His approach emphasizes collaboration and thoughtful guidance to help clients navigate their financial journeys. Prior to his current position, Gerard held the role of Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2026. His experience in the financial services industry includes positions at TD Ameritrade, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc, CUSO Financial Services, L.P, and AXA Advisors, LLC. Gerard holds a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation and maintains a CA Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Gerard enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, hiking, swimming, traveling, and caring for pets.

David Yu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Redwood City, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 1998. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm operates a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and oversight from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Roopali Cirillo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2026, she worked at Morgan Stanley and Citibank/Citigroup. Outside of finance, she has been involved with Roopali Beauty, a business she operated from 2018 to 2025. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary advisory model supported by an in-house manager solutions team and centralized due diligence.

Michael Hsu is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 license and 16 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley since 2020, the Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2021, and prior positions at Tenergy and AdviceBridge, Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides customized plans that incorporate advanced modeling techniques.

Dennis Karle is a CFA® charterholder with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA. He has been associated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and has worked at MORGAN STANLEY SMITH BARNEY LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured financial planning tools and methodology to support client goals.

Laura Schaefer is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments based in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Fisher Investments since 2014. Fisher Investments serves a global client base that includes institutional and private clients such as pension plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management across various mandates and employs a centralized investment decision process combining quantitative and qualitative methods to manage globally diversified portfolios.

Weilun Wang is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Enterprise LLC, Schwab Wealth Advisory, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, leveraging research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Laure Mendoza is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Srebrow Investment Resources - Syntero Real Estate. Mendoza is based in Palo Alto, CA. UBS Financial Services 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 uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Maureen Bellotti is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2020 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and serves a broad range of retail and institutional investors.

Alexander Anstead is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. 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 and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kevin Hicks is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. from 2009 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, Hicks serves as a board member for the CSU Chico Center for Excellence in Finance. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Adam Green is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a business that buys and sells new and used watches. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Brannan Vaughan is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Nicholas Scott is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with nine years of industry experience. He has held positions at several firms, including MA Private Wealth, Alamo Capital, Edward Jones, and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a recreational basketball referee for Zog Sports. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm utilizes structured financial planning tools and a variety of investment strategies to serve its clients.

David Hohl is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 47 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1995. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm provides fee-based financial planning, discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, and access to proprietary research to tailor investment strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.