Michael Cooney is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with firms including First Tech Federal Credit Union and CUSO Financial Services. Based in Kirkland, WA, he has been associated with Raymond James and Addison Avenue Investments since 2012. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services using analytical tools to align with client goals and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Kristine Nelson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Redmond, WA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. She was self-employed for 15 years prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025. 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 network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Ha Tran is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, Bank of America, and several real estate and mortgage firms. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and market simulations as part of its financial planning process.

Connor Girard is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works closely with local clients to assist them in reaching their financial goals through education and planning. His approach focuses on helping clients understand their portfolios and the steps necessary to plan for both short- and long-term objectives. Connor utilizes the tools and resources offered by Fidelity to support his clients effectively. He joined Fidelity Investments in 2023 and has held multiple roles within the company, including Customer Relationship Advocate, Relationship Manager, and Investment Consultant, before assuming his current position. This progression reflects his growing experience and expertise in financial consulting. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Connor enjoys activities such as visiting the beach, camping, attending concerts, hiking, exploring different foods as a foodie, and spending time with pets.

Kristoffer Marshall is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch since 2011. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Schultz is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Granite Falls Premier Real Estate. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary advice using analytical tools and supports a wide network of advisors through various investment programs and specialized municipal and retirement plan services.

Kyler Kedroske is a financial advisor at OSAIC with seven years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Hornor, Townsend, & Kent, LLC, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Concordia University Portland. He is also involved as an insurance producer with Pacific Capital Resource Group, evaluating insurance products for clients. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services across various programs, including financial planning and advisor-managed portfolios. The firm utilizes a model-based investment process with multiple custodial and legacy account arrangements, supporting both discretionary and third-party manager strategies.

Julian Mcmahon is a financial advisor at Osaic with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at Royal Alliance, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, and evo. Outside of advising, he serves as president of a local BNI networking group and participates in a specialized financial advisor team focused on divorce planning. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering both brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs a model-based investment approach emphasizing asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and risk management across multiple programs and platforms.

Melissa Larson is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Kirkland, WA, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations and more than 28 years of industry experience. She has been with OSAIC since 2020 and concurrently serves clients through Pacific Capital Resource Group, Inc., where she has worked since 2001. Larson provides comprehensive planning support in life, disability, long-term care, and medical insurance in addition to financial planning. OSAIC Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform that includes comprehensive financial planning, managed portfolios, Unified Managed Accounts, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a model-based investment process supported by various risk and portfolio optimization tools and is notable for its scale, complex affiliate network, and private-equity ownership.

Gyuwan Kim is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, Kim worked at Fisher Investments and has held various roles including involvement with the Washington Student Association and Washington State University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its process. The firm serves multiple registered investment companies and offers model portfolios through systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Sheehan Trippel is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with two years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, Trippel worked as a freelance writer and spent several years involved in academic roles at the University of Washington and Pierce College. Outside of advising, Trippel is active as a freelance writer and serves as co-executor of a family estate, and participates in the Eastside Action Rotary Club. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients across wealth levels, as well as institutional clients, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs primarily through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers. The firm’s approach includes assessing client risk tolerance and matching clients to advisory models or discretionary managers, with offerings that cover mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Christy Gatien is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2026. Prior to joining Baird, she spent 21 years at D.A. Davidson & Co. She is also a sole proprietor of a rental property business in Chelan, WA. She works within The DDK Group at Robert W. Baird & Co., which serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations through a range of financial planning and portfolio management services. The firm combines manager-traded and model-traded strategies with ongoing manager selection and research, including the use of artificial intelligence, and manages approximately $394 billion in assets.

Stacy Jenkins is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo since 2016 and has operated a business called Cool Beans since 2003. Jenkins serves as co-trustee of her father’s family trust. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Ryan Larson is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management. He joined Thrivent in 2026 and has prior experience working with Pine Creek Group LLC and various roles in retail and agricultural services. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option, with a focus on planning rather than portfolio management for institutional clients.

Axel Isackson is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, operating in the greater Seattle area. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Axel takes a client-centered approach by understanding what matters most to each individual and helping them develop clear financial strategies aligned with their goals. Axel holds degrees in Managerial Economics and Business Finance from Central Washington University, where he also played football for five years. He brings the discipline and competitive mindset from his athletic experience into his work. Axel is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and maintains an active interest in financial markets and investing. Outside of his professional role, Axel enjoys a variety of outdoor and sporting activities, including baseball, boating, fishing, football, golfing, ice hockey, skiing, surfing, and spending time with his family. He focuses on building trust and confidence with clients as their financial situations and goals evolve.

Jason Fay is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 21 years of experience in the industry and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in real estate and property management activities in Washington. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions supported by a centralized operational structure.

Bryant Griffiths is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Wamu Investments, Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and employs over 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Jennifer Rogers is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Seattle, WA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials with five years of industry experience. She previously worked at Insight FS, a division of Growmark Inc., and Deere and Company. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. It offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Brent Schwartz is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2018. His prior roles include positions in mortgage lending and education. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches junior varsity tennis for both boys and girls teams at Everett High School. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Kenneth Wang is a financial advisor at Cetera with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Avantax Investment Services and 1st Global Advisors. In addition to his advisory role, he is president of KCW Accountancy Corporation, a CPA firm providing accounting and tax services. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser serving a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform with diverse program structures.