Reza Abcari is a CFP® with 22 years of experience in the financial services industry, currently serving at Charles Schwab since 2019. His previous experience includes roles at AXA Advisors and The Entrust Group. Outside of his advisory work, he manages rental properties inherited by his family. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

David Rodriguez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has nine years of industry experience and has worked at several firms including JPMorgan Chase Bank, First Republic Bank, and LPL Financial. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and integrates research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute with modern portfolio theory principles in its investment approach.

Ronald Arrajj is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2024, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Bloomberg LP in various capacities from 1993 to 2024. He serves as executor and trustee for several family trusts. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, using Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including niche areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis.

Christopher Coghlan is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 26 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and includes a broad range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Georgiana Andersen is a financial advisor with Merrill in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alexander Holguin is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Amazon and TD Ameritrade. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients with a broad range of investment and financial planning services. The firm provides tailored recommendations supported by proprietary research and planning tools, offering specialized services such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning.

Alexander Teodoro is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Dw Inc. before joining Linsco/Private Ledger Corp., where he has been affiliated since 2003. Outside of his advisory work, he is a certified SCUBA diving instructor with Marin Diving Center. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisors using both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Gregory Nikolaieff is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Novato, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary, personalized recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Kyle Branham is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2019, he worked at Foresters Financial Services and Foresters Advisory Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is CEO and co-owner of GameStars, a third-party platform for video games, and serves as Director of Analytics at SpikeWeek.com, where he develops statistical models and writes about fantasy football. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and consulting services through a large network of independent advisors, with access to multiple program platforms and third-party money managers.

Mark Hersman is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Oakland, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked with Charles Schwab since 1994, including roles at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, and has been involved with Growth Capital Services, Inc., Mazakali LLC, and Portman Enterprises LLC throughout his career. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with multi-asset model portfolios and access to alternative investments. The firm’s large scale and integrated structure provide centralized supervisory, custody, and order-routing services to a broad client base.

William Fraser is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, with financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides a range of investment solutions alongside advisory and brokerage services.

Elizabeth Roberts is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 48 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as executor and co-trustee for her mother’s estate. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process incorporating firm-approved tools and market analyses.

Kenny Heller is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides financial guidance tailored to clients' goals, priorities, and concerns, focusing on strategies for investing, retirement planning, liquidity needs, and managing unexpected events. Kenny connects clients with Bank of America specialists for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions, adjusting strategies as clients' circumstances evolve. His areas of expertise include equity compensation services, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Kenny holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Justice Studies from San Jose State University. Outside of his professional work, Kenny enjoys adventure sports, biking, boating, fishing, gardening, hiking, photography, reading, skiing, and traveling.

Yvan Fung is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 12 years of experience in finance, including wealth management, loans, and real estate. Yvan works with a range of clients including individuals, families, small businesses, and large corporations, focusing on identifying and defining their financial goals and objectives to create customized wealth management strategies. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Yvan emphasizes an interactive relationship with his clients to help them prioritize and pursue the financial goals that matter most to them. Outside of his professional work, Yvan is involved with community nonprofit organizations and regularly participates in youth programs in the Bay Area. He is connected with groups such as the Asian Youth Service committee, Cal Martial Art Program, and Wa Sung Community Service. Additionally, he contributes to martial arts events nationwide by managing and judging tournaments.

Tracy Murphy is the Regional Managing Director for the Pacific Northwest Region of Merrill Private Wealth Management, headquartered in San Francisco. In this role, she oversees the activities of more than 35 private wealth teams across thirteen cities. She focuses on optimizing the client experience by leading initiatives that address the complexities associated with significant wealth. Tracy fosters a collaborative and consultative culture that centers on the needs of ultra-high-net-worth clients, connecting individuals, couples, and families with advice and services that support their financial goals and legacies. She is also responsible for attracting and developing top advisory talent within her region, promoting an environment that values growth, creativity, and dedication. Tracy joined Merrill in 2000 and has progressively taken on increasing leadership roles. Her previous positions include Managing Director of the Venture Services Group, which provides operational support, transactional services, and strategic advice to company founders, venture capitalists, and private equity partners. She has also overseen the Wealth Management divisions in Northern California’s East Bay, as well as markets in Oregon and Southern California. Tracy earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California. In addition to her professional responsibilities, Tracy is active in community organizations and is a member of Battery Powered, a group focused on supporting people and projects that strengthen society. Within Merrill, she serves on the Market Executive Strategy Council and has previously served on the Diversity and Inclusion Council. Tracy resides in Mill Valley, California, with her husband, Greg, and their two daughters.

Douglas Kaminski is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Charles Schwab and its affiliates since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in property management as a landlord. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering comprehensive wealth advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services through its integrated wrap fee programs. Schwab provides both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and research-based due diligence to support client investment decisions.

Anagha Madrigal is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Rafael, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and having 21 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Fidelity and UBS Financial Services. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive technology and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Dareal Harmon is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, BMO, J.P. Morgan, and First Republic, among others. Outside of finance, he is a business owner of several brands and works as a caregiver through in-home supportive services. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Virgil Threlkeld is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including Advantage Wealth Advisors, First Allied Advisory Services, First Allied Securities, Cetera Wealth Services, UBS Financial Services, and Morgan Stanley. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by advisor tools, with oversight of substantial discretionary assets and a large advisor network.

Patrick Mc Ginty is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2023, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2025. His prior experience includes positions at First Republic Securities Company, LLC and First Republic Investment Management, Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process utilizing firm-approved tools and models to assist clients in managing approximately $2.74 trillion in assets.