Sophia Abrams is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2020 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo and several educational institutions. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional fiduciaries. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies integrated within Bank of America's corporate platform.

Dustin Grimm is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2016. He has been with Fidelity for over a decade, working in various capacities including Financial Consultant, Investments Representative, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Personal Banker at Bank of America from 2006 to 2008. Dustin's experience spans wealth planning and working with clients and families in diverse financial situations. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting and planning. He is committed to helping clients pursue their financial goals through comprehensive wealth planning services.

Joseph Morse II is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2019. He previously spent a decade at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC. Morse operates Morse Wealth Management, LLC, an investment-related business based in La Mesa, CA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Julio Olague is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has five years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at Aerotek and Allstate. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and third-party subadvisors.

Eric Hutz is a Senior Financial Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He began his career in 1999 in retail banking, progressing through various frontline and leadership roles including Teller and Branch Manager. His extensive background encompasses loan origination, small business banking, and private client advisory, which provides him with a comprehensive perspective on both personal and business finances. Since becoming a Financial Advisor in 2014, Eric has served clients primarily in the South San Diego market before expanding his practice to support clients across California and nationally. He focuses on detailed financial planning and communication, taking time to understand each client's goals and building personalized financial strategies. His approach emphasizes collaboration and long-term planning. Eric holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of California, San Diego, and has earned several professional credentials including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), and Senior Portfolio Advisor in Merrill Lynch's Investment Advisory Program. He is involved with Make-A-Wish San Diego and resides in Chula Vista with his wife and two children. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Eric enjoys practicing yoga, exploring new dining options, traveling internationally, and spending time with his family.

James Nuzzi is a ChFC®-designated financial advisor with 42 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Osaic Wealth, Inc. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 11 years. In addition to his advisory role, he operates Nuzzi Financial Network, offering insurance products including accident, health, disability, fixed annuities, and traditional life insurance. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through an extensive network of financial advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services with a variety of investment solutions and utilizes asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing in portfolio construction.

Travis Makings is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial for 15 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from both in-house and third-party sources.

Natalia Ledesma Hodoyan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 credential. She joined Morgan Stanley in 2026 and has a diverse background including roles in higher education and brand-related positions. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning emphasizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools without specific security recommendations in standalone plans.

Dominic Mares Do is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked in education at Cal Poly, Pasadena High School, and Singapore American School. Equitable Advisors serves individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, providing financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer, utilizing LPL-sponsored programs and third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Javier Leon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2017 and previously worked at Westmont Retirement Living for one year. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios from LPL Research and third-party providers.

Austin Tipp is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds a Series 66 designation. He has four years of industry experience and previously worked at First Republic Securities Company, LLC, and First Republic Investment Management, Inc. Tipp serves as an officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Laura Khorshid is a Private Wealth Manager with Merrill Private Wealth Management. She works with individuals, families, businesses, and philanthropies to provide tailored financial planning and advisory services. Laura collaborates closely with clients and their other advisors to develop customized plans and leverages a team of specialists to enhance the guidance she delivers. Her areas of focus include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, and tax minimization. Laura is committed to ongoing learning and regularly seeks client feedback to improve her practice, aiming to clarify investment opportunities and navigate changing market conditions while providing solutions aligned with clients' goals. Laura holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California and has earned professional designations as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is fluent in English, Chinese, and Arabic. Outside of her professional work, Laura enjoys antiquing, boxing, football, horseback riding, reading, running, spending time with family, swimming, traveling, and yoga. She is also involved with the Alternative Spring Break (ASB) Death Valley organization.

Edward Gabrielyan is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and possessing two years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, he worked at Peregrine Music and has been self-employed since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally works as a pianist, performing at restaurants and tutoring students. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies for clients.

Michael Judge is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with getting to know a client and their family, financial situation, and what matters most to them. He helps clients create customized wealth management approaches that can adapt as their needs and market conditions change. Michael provides access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America to address various aspects of clients’ financial lives. With over a decade of experience, Michael is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional who serves a clientele requiring detailed attention and extensive knowledge. His expertise includes corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, liquidity management, socially responsible investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree from the State University of New York System and holds the professional designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His personal interests include adventure sports, baseball, fishing, ice hockey, music, racquetball, soccer, spending time with family, surfing, and traveling.

Jorge Llamas is an International Wealth Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 35 years of experience in helping clients preserve wealth through various market cycles. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, and portfolio management services. Jorge leverages his extensive knowledge in domestic and international fixed income and equity markets to diversify and allocate assets with the goal of maximizing returns while reducing risk. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Universidad del Valle de Mexico and the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Jorge is committed to building strong relationships with his clients, emphasizing a personalized approach to wealth management that adapts to changing market conditions. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he also engages with his community through volunteering, embodying the Merrill tradition of service. Outside of his professional pursuits, Jorge enjoys adventure sports, biking, boxing, camping, fishing, football, hiking, music, reading, and soccer. His approach combines accessibility, knowledge, and experience to assist clients in making important financial decisions.

Christopher Rhanor is a financial advisor with Cetera in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at multiple Cetera entities and First Allied, spanning over a decade. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, 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 discretionary and non-discretionary options.

Michael Bacci is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Wealth Management Concepts, Inc., Royal Alliance Associates, and currently operates Bacci Investments Group, Inc. Outside of advising, he is employed at United Christian Youth Camp in Prescott, Arizona. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary management and a variety of model portfolios and research resources.

Rufino Autus is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked for E*Trade Securities LLC and E*TRADE Capital Management, LLC from 2013 to 2023. Autus also serves as a trustee for his own family trust. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

David Foster is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked with Cuna Mutual Group, Cuna Brokerage Services, Southland Credit Union, and University & State Employees Credit Union. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and a variety of portfolio strategies.

Bryan Plank is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 35 years of experience to his role. Born in Queens, New York, he has been part of a team serving clients in California for over four decades. Bryan specializes in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Southern California and a Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Bryan emphasizes creating personalized financial strategies that align with clients’ long-term goals, offering access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America. Committed to community involvement, he participates in local volunteer activities in keeping with Merrill’s tradition. Outside of work, Bryan enjoys gardening, music, and writing.