Hovsep Dermenjian is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Voya Financial Advisors and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, as well as operating Universal Capital Insurance and Financial Center. He is active in insurance sales and management through his related business activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and a broad range of non-advisory financial services.

Moustafa Saad is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Outside of advising, he has maintained a role as a Notary Public since 2015. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Tekeisha Wilcox is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo bank since 2008 and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, Wilcox serves as treasurer for the La Canada PTA Council and the La Canada School PTSA and is a commissioned notary public in California. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets and employs over 14,000 advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Ryan Wong is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera in Rosemead, CA. He has worked at Avantax Advisory Services and co-manages a CPA practice, Thong, Yu, Wong & Lee, LLP. Wong serves as president of Friends of the Chinatown Library, a nonprofit organization supporting the Chinatown Los Angeles library and providing scholarships to high school students. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered advisory firm offering a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charities. The firm provides access to model portfolios, third-party managers, and various program structures with ongoing supervision and client reviews.

Robert Yeh is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo since 2008, including his current role at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, and previously worked at Ameriprise from 2006 to 2008. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, relying on research and analytics to support its diversified investment approach.

Blake Goehring is a Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor based in Central California. In this role, he provides clients and their families with tailored wealth management strategies that adapt to changing market conditions and individual needs. Blake offers access to investment insights from Merrill and banking services from Bank of America, focusing on a comprehensive approach that begins with understanding clients' financial situations and goals. His expertise covers a range of client focus areas including Divorce Transition Planning, Education Planning, Employee Benefits Planning, Family Wealth Management Strategies, Institutional and Corporate Benefit Services, Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management, and Small Business Strategies. Blake holds several professional designations such as Certified 401(k) Professional, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, Personal Investment Advisor, and Retirement Benefits Consultant. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California. Blake is involved in community organizations including the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Rotary International. He dedicates time to volunteering and is committed to participating in the communities he serves. His personal interests include adventure sports, biking, cooking, music, running, spending time with his family, tennis, and traveling.

Adrian Nunez is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at KPMG LLP and EY LLP, where he spent 16 years combined. Outside of his advisory role, Nunez is employed by Insperity PEO Services L.P., a provider used by franchise advisors for employment compensation. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that include written recommendation reports and ongoing annual advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Yesenia Partida is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2013 and spent a year at City National Bank in 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with a luxury car services business in Los Angeles, handling appointment scheduling and occasional administrative tasks. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Garo Barbarian is a CFP®-designated financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013 and has also worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2009. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory approach centers on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and incorporating an ESG eligibility framework.

Adam Liu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at TD Ameritrade Investment Management and Scottrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and provides a range of integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Sandra Holguin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 20 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at CUSO Financial Services, Wescom Financial Services, Essex National Securities, and Valic Financial Advisors. 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.

Keith Feinberg is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 43 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Prudential Equity Group from 1998 to 2003. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm offers investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, combining in-house research and third-party analytics to support its investment strategies.

David Neiman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in West Covina, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and having 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Crowell, Weedon & Co. for 15 years before joining LPL Financial in 2012. He operates a business DBA named Lake Value Management. 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 and third-party asset management, supported by a broad platform and technology tools.

Tiara Gentry is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 license and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its related entities since 2009 and previously worked at Merrill from 2008 to 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial and estate planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and market analysis to support client goals.

Arman Akhverdyan is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Ameriprise, his background includes roles in education and retail, as well as content creation on YouTube. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed by Insperity PEO Services L.P. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research-driven, non-discretionary recommendations with a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Alvaro Valverde is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and Bio Terra Corporation. He is associated with a power of attorney entity based in La Puente, California. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Mark Fowler is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Bank of America, Merrill, Bank of the West, and BancWest Investment Services. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized due diligence team, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework and broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Maria Klahejian is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2003. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party resources.

Benjamin Shen is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2018 and previously spent 14 years at Scottrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and managed-account services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and due diligence.

James Politis is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with four years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and The Chefs Warehouse. Outside of advising, he serves as secretary for a homeowners association. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm employs firm-approved software and collaborative planning methods to deliver tailored recommendations without investment discretion.