Michael Heisick is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2017, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by offering a range of advisory programs that include discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes strategies based on clients’ risk profiles and employs a combination of in-house and third-party managers, with options for tax management, responsible investing, and alternative investments.

Mai Gigliotti is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services grounded in modern portfolio theory and tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances. The firm’s offerings include a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Jely Lorenzo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis.

Robert Moranville is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has previously worked with Raymond James Financial and Raymond James Financial Services. Moranville has operated Moranville & Associates since 1995. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, providing advice and account management through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Nicholas Jones is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and TechTronic Industries. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in managing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Jiani Zhu is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at PNC Bank and Regions Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she manages a small rental property business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Tony Delumen is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance since 2003. Outside of advising, he owns Madison Vineyards, a winery involved in growing and selling wine grapes, as well as producing and selling wine. 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, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm’s planning approach involves annual, collaborative engagements using firm-approved software to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Robert Hanlein is a financial advisor with Merrill in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include five years with OpEx Advisors Business before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2020. Outside of his advisory duties, he holds a power of attorney role unrelated to investment activities. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Diane Poepping is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and Ameriprise Financial Services. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jonah Simenauer is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments in Walnut Creek. In this role, he helps clients gain confidence in their financial decisions by providing clear and practical guidance tailored to their individual needs. Prior to his current position, Jonah worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2025 to 2026. Before joining Fidelity, he was a Financial Advisor at LA Pension Planners from 2023 to 2025. Jonah holds a California Insurance License.

Kakhaber Chkheidze is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Martinez, CA, with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2006. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily to individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, using a centralized consulting team that delivers non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations focused on income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals.

Sohrob Tehrani is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2021 and previously held roles at AIG Capital Services and AIG Insurance. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm operates within a larger broker-dealer and banking organization and offers a broad range of investment products, including security-based swaps and futures commission services.

Yu Sun Chan is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been active in the financial services industry since 2009 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2021. As a Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) professional since 2011, he holds additional professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Yu Sun Chan focuses on developing tailored financial strategies by thoroughly understanding the unique circumstances, goals, and values of individuals, families, and businesses. His expertise areas include education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers University, College of Engineering, which provides him with analytical skills useful for financial planning. Originally from New Jersey, Yu Sun Chan relocated to California in 2013. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys painting, antiquing, drawing/sketching, football, hiking, spending time with family, and traveling. He is fluent in English and Chinese.

Dale Whitmer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured financial planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Athena Yost is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab in 2022, she worked at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. 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 affiliated discretionary separate managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios alongside alternative investment options.

Stephany Thompson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2017, following a 30-year tenure at Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by its Global Investment Committee’s analytical tools.

Sarah Draper is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Walnut Creek, CA. She holds a Series 66 designation and has four years of industry experience. Previously, she worked at Citigroup for eleven years. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Raga Yoga Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Dana Aboud is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2012. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies managed by internal and third-party teams.

David Bobrowsky is a CFP® and ChFC® with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2014. He also serves on the board of the Contra Costa Jewish Community Center and has independent insurance agency activities. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory through a network of independent financial professionals, providing a range of portfolio management solutions and access to both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Candice Wiegand is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Walnut Creek, California. She works closely with individuals, families, and businesses to integrate multiple aspects of their finances into a cohesive whole. Candice focuses on understanding clients' overall goals and priorities to develop personalized wealth management strategies that address their unique needs and aspirations. She specializes in areas such as college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and values-based investing, as well as supporting women and wealth. With experience in wealth management since 2002, Candice brings a seasoned perspective and comprehensive professional education to her clients. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California System and a Master's Degree from the College for Financial Planning. Her professional credentials include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of her professional role, Candice enjoys cooking, music, reading, yoga, and spending time with her family, including her husband and their dachshund, Twiggy. She is actively involved in the community, volunteering and fundraising for organizations such as Muttville Senior Dog Rescue.