Diego Salazar is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2019 and previously held roles at Meridian Pacific Sales, Sterling May Equipment Company, University of California Davis, Sears, and Los Angeles Valley College. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Bryan Le is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing based in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments, Morgan Stanley, and E*Trade Securities. 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 services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Clifton Santikul is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Based in San Jose, CA, he has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2021. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to client risk profiles, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Addie Chan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Carlos, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. Chan serves on the investment committee for San Mateo College, providing oversight on endowment and non-endowment funds. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to 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 broader range of financial product options than typical institutional advisers.

Alex Preisser is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Sunnyvale, CA, with two years of industry experience. He previously worked for the Department of the Air Force and Outdoor Rec Ramstein. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 using multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Neil Parekh is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. He is based in San Jose, CA. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with customizable portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Michael Vukson is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc., and Morgan Stanley DW Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Carine Krikorian is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America and various Wells Fargo entities. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Greg Koch is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2019 in leadership roles. He is responsible for providing leadership and personalized coaching to the associates at the Burlingame branch, focusing on building strong client relationships through trust and clear communication. His team offers comprehensive financial planning to help clients achieve their financial goals. Greg has held multiple positions at Fidelity Investments since 2011, including Branch Leader, Investment Solutions Manager, Managed Account Support Specialist, Client Services Manager, Operations Manager, Onboarding Manager, Senior Trading Help Desk, and Client Services Associate. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors from 2008 to 2011, a Senior Premier Banker at Wells Fargo from 2006 to 2008, and a Personal Banker at BBVA Compass Bank from 2003 to 2006. He holds a California Insurance License.

Michael Jamieson is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 48 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1995. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally conducts historical research and freelance writing on topics such as World War II and biographies of the "Greatest Generation." UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services to tailor investment plans based on proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Thomas Griffin Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and comprehensive asset management.

Xiaoyi Tang is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Cupertino, CA, holding the CFA® designation along with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Tang has one year of industry experience, including prior work at E Fund Management Co. Ltd. for eight years. 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, combining non-discretionary advisory with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a formal alternative investment platform.

Ella Zarren is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has been serving since 2019. She works primarily with high net worth families in Silicon Valley, focusing on comprehensive family wealth planning to support financial independence. Ella is supported by a team of professionals to assist clients throughout their wealth planning journey. Her experience at Fidelity includes roles as a Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and currently as a Financial Consultant, reflecting a progression of responsibilities and expertise in financial advisory services. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional career, Ella has personal interests that include baseball, board games, family activities, singing, traveling, and yoga.

Nathan Peyzner is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he supports and guides families through their financial journeys. He focuses on building strong relationships and making financial planning approachable by offering clear communication and thoughtful strategies. Nathan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, holding various roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and currently Financial Consultant. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Nathan enjoys family activities, visiting museums, outdoor adventures, skiing, tennis, and traveling.

Emilio De Sousa is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with 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 firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Nathanael Silin is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Newark, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2014 and has held multiple roles in transportation and delivery services. Outside of advisory work, Silin operates a landscaping contracting business and has experience as a driver for ride-sharing and delivery services. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

William Murray is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2003. In addition to advisory work, he is involved in sales of investment-related products and also receives compensation for referring home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which offers model-delivery strategies and selectively managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure while delegating trading and execution to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Endry Surjanto is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 22 years of experience in the financial industry. His prior roles include positions at First Tech Federal Credit Union and Citigroup Global Markets. He is also president of ATS Wealth Circle LLC and EACS Corporation, both involved in wealth management and financial services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools to support client goals, along with specialized services such as municipal advising and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Joann Stewart is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 31 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm employs an IPS-driven process grounded in modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, beyond typical institutional offerings.

Jarrad Di Maggio is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Farmers Financial Solutions, Summit Financial Group, Minnesota Life Insurance, and Securian Financial Services. He is also the owner of D5 Solutions, a consulting firm that assists insurance agents and financial advisors in expanding their reach and improving relationship management. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering customized portfolio management and financial planning services through various advisory programs.