Taras Polakoff is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2021. His background includes roles at LPL Financial, the City of Irvine, and Premier Aquatic Services LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Gregory Dobbs is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at HUB International for two years before joining UBS in 2018. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, operating as a broker-dealer, investment adviser, and futures commission merchant.

Fernando Grijalva is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he served as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2023 and was an Investment Advisor at Thrivent from 2016 to 2021. His experience spans various aspects of financial planning and investment advising. Fernando holds a California Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial consulting. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the emotional aspects of financial decisions and collaborates with clients to design plans that align with their goals. Outside of his professional work, Fernando has personal interests in baseball, comedy, family activities, music, reading, and tennis.

Trevor Kleineahlbrandt is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked for Western International Securities, Inc. for 23 years. He serves on the board of directors for Lytle Creek Firing Line, a non-investment-related organization. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by research and model portfolios, serving both discretionary and non-discretionary management needs.

Jodi Rosenbloom is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, with 38 years of industry experience. She has been with MML Investors Services, Inc. since 1988. Outside of her advisory role, Rosenbloom also operates an insurance brokerage focusing primarily on medical insurance with major carriers such as Blue Cross and Blue Shield. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring engagements as ongoing, collaborative relationships to develop tailored financial recommendations.

Jason Pugmire is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles in surgical esthetics and retail, as well as involvement with the CSUN VITA program. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of 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 offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance employing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Nicholas Smith Sr. is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA since 2018, and previously at City National Bank from 2015 to 2018. 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.

Jerry Candia is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches the Monrovia High School Mountain Bike Club. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing various investment strategies supported by both internal and third-party research.

Samuel Martinez is a financial advisor at OSAIC with one year of experience in the industry. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at RABco Financial, Pointwealth Capital Management, El Proyecto del Barrio, Verizon, and Ross Dress for Less. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs a range of asset-allocation tools and offers integrated brokerage, advisory services, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Haissam Alrachid is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor AXA Advisors since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as CFO and Secretary for No Mind Left Behind, a nonprofit organization. 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 various third-party programs. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model that incorporates advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Raymond Siu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and TD Ameritrade Inc. He is also a joint tenant on a residential property where he collects rent from an additional unit. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary advisory services and access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm provides integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory solutions supported by multi-asset portfolios and a formal due diligence process for alternative investments.

David Melgar is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities, Merrill, Bank of America, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary managed solutions, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Hyrum Chen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple firms, including Moreton Asset Management and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Chen also spent time as an independent contractor and has experience associated with Brigham Young University. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a process that combines quantitative modeling and centralized due diligence.

Richard Jacobsen is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and its bank affiliate since 2011 and 2013, respectively. 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 integrates non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Taylor Moore is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2023 and previously spent seven years at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory career, Moore has been involved in the restaurant industry through Citrone Restaurant and Bar since 2015. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning services tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold, employing proprietary research and planning tools to develop recommendations delivered through meetings and written summaries.

Robert Bryar is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sherman Oaks, CA, holding a Series 63 credential and 45 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1987. In addition to his advisory work, Bryar is involved in tax preparation and mortgage brokerage services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

Richard Bratincevic is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a real estate investment property in Glendora, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by advanced modeling tools and a structured discovery process.

Michael Moghtader is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked within various divisions of JPMorgan Chase since 2016. 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 applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Christopher Brodoski is a financial advisor with Merrill in Encino, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and its parent company, Bank of America, since 2008. 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 various institutional investors.

Michael Kim is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Prior to his financial services career, he was involved with Semo Sushi, Inc. for 13 years. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, consulting, and access to model wealth portfolios and third-party asset management through both advisory and brokerage channels.