Scott Elardo is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. based in La Jolla, CA, holding a Series 66 license and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp for 22 years before joining Osaic in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an investment trustee for several family trusts and owns an S-Corporation that provides administrative support for his financial planning practice. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to various managed account solutions. The firm utilizes a range of asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across multiple investment types on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Larry Manuel is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in La Jolla, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 27 years before joining OSAIC in 2025. Manuel serves as Director of Education for the San Diego chapter of Scope Institute, a nonprofit offering educational events to business owners focused on exit planning strategies. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients through a large network of affiliated advisors across multiple platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party solutions to construct portfolios that may include a variety of securities and alternative investments.

Marcus Parker is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Northwestern Mutual. Parker’s background also includes roles outside finance at Lyft and Enterprise Rent A Car. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm utilizes model-driven investment implementation and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in wrap programs, alongside affiliated trust, insurance, and lending services.

Gail Ropson Buechler is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2011 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad array of financial solutions.

Ashley Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients and overseeing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee options, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Todd Newell is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019 and previously at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association from 2015 to 2019. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary options. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Molly Miller is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 43 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at several firms, including D.A. Davidson & Co., Crowell, Weedon & Co., Wells Fargo Clearing, and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Miller maintains an outside business entity, MJM Financial, for tax and investment purposes. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Tessa Biggs is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at Morgan Stanley since 2022 and experience in the fitness and wellness sectors, including positions at Rumble Boxing Del Mar and Nektar Juice Bar. She also spent time at the University of California, San Diego, between 2020 and 2023. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs with a structured financial planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and market simulations.

David Harris is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with UBS since 2011. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans.

Art Parry is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in La Jolla, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 23 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2025, he worked for 19 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors. Outside of advising, he is licensed to sell fixed and indexed annuities and traditional life insurance products. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services along with financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Christian Edward Seiber is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS, he worked at CETERA Advisor Networks LLC and has held roles outside finance at Sully Entertainment Group and The BXNG Club. He also has experience with the City of Del Mar. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets solutions.

Irene Albon is a financial advisor at Cetera with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 credential and has worked at several firms including LPL Financial for 16 years and First Allied Advisory Services. She is based in San Diego, CA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing multiple program structures and a multi-manager platform.

Bayley Thomas is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS, Thrivent Financial, and Thrivent Investment Management since 2021. Prior to his advisory roles, he was involved with Hardwood Society and the Sawdust Festival. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor solutions. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, including fee-based financial planning and discretionary portfolio management.

Fred Berry is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 1995, he has worked with high net-worth clients to address their complex financial needs, specializing in portfolio construction and retirement income planning. Fred's approach emphasizes a personalized strategy designed to help clients pursue their long-term goals through a comprehensive understanding of their full financial picture. With over 30 years of industry experience, Fred provides tailored wealth management strategies focused on portfolio development, liability management, tax minimization, and asset preservation. His expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, defined benefit plan services, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, special needs planning, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Fred holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Fred earned his bachelor's degree in Economics with an emphasis in International Finance from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He lives in Encinitas, California with his wife and two daughters. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, skiing, and spending time with his family. He is actively involved in his community through volunteer work.

Walter D'Souza is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Manning Wealth Management, Commonwealth Financial Network, and Mutual of America Securities Corporation. He occasionally provides annuities and life insurance to clients upon request but does not solicit this business. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors and offers integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and automated portfolio management strategies across various investment types and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Darren J Lederfine is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, where he has worked since 2007. He has 29 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he manages intellectual property for Continuum IP Holdings LLC, a company involved in securing provisional patent protection for an invention. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, including portfolio management and financial planning. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets and investment solutions.

Alan Dehesa is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at E*TRADE Capital Management LLC and E*TRADE Securities LLC before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley in 2022. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through various investment and planning strategies.

Matthew Hillman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Bret Cleveland is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that include planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Kelly Egan-Thorpe is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity, where she collaborates with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their individual needs and goals. She utilizes Fidelity's resources to educate clients, enabling them to make informed financial decisions that align with their personal plans. Kelly aims to ensure that clients feel confident and comfortable with their financial strategies. Her professional experience includes serving as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity since 2025, previously working as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025, and as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2021 to 2023. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Kelly has interests in beach activities, camping, food, music, pets, and soccer.