Dedrick Rhone is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2016. Rhone serves on the board of Hidden Villa, a non-profit organization in Los Altos, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools.

Rachelle Ruiz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and offers a broad range of investment and planning services.

Joseph Samuels is a Wealth Management Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Palo Alto, CA. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certificant and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor®, Joseph specializes in working with clients to determine their long-term financial goals and implement comprehensive financial management strategies. His areas of expertise include asset management, liability strategies, education planning, retirement planning, and estate planning. He collaborates with clients' other advisors to support the development of their estate plans. Joseph has been in the financial services industry since 1990, with over two decades of experience at Merrill Lynch. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of California system. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Joseph volunteers as a piano entertainer at local senior centers and is an avid jazz pianist. He is also committed to community involvement as part of Merrill's tradition of service.

Amanda Lo is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021. Her prior experience includes roles at Bank of America N.A. and Merrill, where she worked from 2008 to 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research supported by a centralized manager solutions team and incorporates ESG criteria within eligible strategies.

Lauro Hernandez Cabral is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he assists clients in wealth planning by simplifying complex financial decisions. He has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, providing personalized plans to clients and their families focused on their long-term goals. His career includes roles such as Relationship Manager and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments, as well as Relationship Banker at Wells Fargo. Lauro holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Lauro enjoys baseball, football, running, outdoor adventures, cars, and family activities.

Asa Chao is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 license and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016 and previously worked at American Duty Free Center from 2010 to 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and market outcome modeling.

Robert Wheeler is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients gain a clear understanding of their financial situation, both past and present, to develop personalized strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals. His approach is grounded in principles of respect, integrity, collaboration, honesty, and empathy. His areas of expertise include college education planning, retirement income, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, and small business strategies among others. Robert holds professional designations such as CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is a member of the Financial Planning Association and the National Association of Plan Advisors. Robert earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Golden Gate University. He also holds two Associate's degrees from West Valley College and a High School Diploma from Los Gatos High School. Outside of his professional work, he dedicates time to volunteering within his community and enjoys activities such as biking, hiking, ice hockey, music, running, traveling, watching movies, and writing.

Rita Rothstein is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Based in San Jose, CA, her career has been focused on serving clients within Morgan Stanley’s wealth management platform. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm provides tailored financial planning using structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Ruoyun Liang is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2021, Liang worked at Trumpet Behavioral Health and held roles at Sky Resource Trading Co. LTD. and Aldo Shoes. Liang’s background also includes five years at The University of British Columbia. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 a mix of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, providing multi-asset model portfolios, written advice policies, and due diligence on alternative investments.

Tara Fowler is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She and her team provide researched-based, active portfolio management and financial strategies tailored for sophisticated clients with complex needs. Her approach focuses on collaborating with clients to help them make informed decisions, supporting them in confidently pursuing their personal goals. Tara emphasizes honesty, integrity, and transparency in her advisory services. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, as well as tax minimization. Tara holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor (ADPA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned her bachelor's degree from Santa Clara University. Tara is actively involved in her community and professional organizations. She serves on the boards of the Kainos Auxiliary, RCSMC Chamber of Commerce, The Sequoia Awards, and the Bay Area Cancer Connection. Her commitment to these organizations reflects her engagement beyond financial advising. She resides in Burlingame, California.

Clemy Law is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses with 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2017, Law worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for one year. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process utilizing firm-approved tools and models, offering services primarily in an advisory capacity.

Peter Evans is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at In2Deep Santa Monica and served with the Spanish Ministry of Education. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Kam Chak is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and having four years of industry experience. His career includes roles at BMO, Bank of the West, Citibank, and JP Morgan Chase Bank and Securities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers various advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced research tools.

Alexander Chin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Fremont, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at DCN Wealth Management, Sorrento Pacific Financial, LLC, and operating his own practice. Outside of finance, he works as a professional golfer and coach. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies, supported by technology and a broad platform that includes insurance and credit services.

Frank Auyeung is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cupertino, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2012, following prior roles at Wells Fargo and Banc of America Investment Services. Outside of his advisory work, Auyeung is involved as a partner in a property management business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured process.

William Michaelsen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following nine years at Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach includes structured discovery conversations and advanced modeling techniques, serving a broad client base with a range of investment and financial strategies.

Qingyin You is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2020, Qingyin worked at HSBC Bank USA and HSBC Securities from 2013 to 2020. Outside of advising, Qingyin provides in-home supportive services as a caregiver. Wells Fargo Clearing offers retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a wide range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Aaron Chung is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 11 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Edward Jones, Fidelity Investments, Tesla Motors, Merrill Lynch, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs focused on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Long Lee Lam is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been associated with Bank of America and Merrill since 2011. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ronald Puccinelli Jr. is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations primarily for clients with Ameriprise-managed accounts.