Yu Hong Hu is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill, Hu worked at Bank of America, Edward Jones, and Increase Family Office. Hu also operated a private visa and business consultation service for one year. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Gwen Weigelt is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2006. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Anthony Tarantola is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. He focuses on helping clients develop strong financial frameworks that can be effectively implemented and trusted. Prior to his current position, Anthony worked at Wells Fargo & Co. as a Senior Premier Banker from 2021 to 2022, and before that, he was a Relationship Banker at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from 2019 to 2021. His professional experience spans various aspects of banking and financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, Anthony has personal interests in board games and football.

Andrew Um is a Financial Consultant who works with clients to develop and manage their wealth through comprehensive financial planning. He partners with clients to create customized plans aimed at building long-term relationships and trust, aligning goals and investment strategies to provide confidence in their financial future. Andrew has experience as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024. Outside of his professional work, Andrew has interests in board games, music, puzzles, skiing, tennis, and traveling.

John Babauta is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Raymond James and affiliated firms since 2020. Prior to this, he worked at Homestreet Bank for 13 years. Babauta is also an associate at Addison Avenue Investment Services, where he provides financial advice to members. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and risk analysis tools to support client goals and maintains specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

George Robertson is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Inc., and Kms Financial Services, Inc. He serves as a trustee and investment advisor for the Reuben B. Robertson Foundation, a private family foundation, and is a member of Three Reubens Publishing Co. LLC, which promotes the historical value of three generations of his family through various media. OSAIC Wealth serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, comprehensive financial planning, and portfolio management. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by risk-tolerance assessments and offers both discretionary and advisor-managed strategies.

Kenneth Maestas is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bellevue, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Prior to that, he was with Citigroup Global Markets Inc for one year. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs supported by structured planning processes and a diversified set of investment services.

Paul Ketchum is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2024. Prior to this, he spent eight years at Wells Fargo Clearing. He is a managing partner of Cedar Creek Wealth Management LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a range of investment and financial planning services, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Nicholas Bowar is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Bellevue, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at Engel & Voelkers Kirkland and Summit at Snoqualmie. Outside of advising, he is involved in family property management and is a partner in an LLC that ships products through Amazon. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs. The firm implements client solutions through its network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers, covering mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Lori Minard is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director with the Mikkola Small Minard Group based in Bellevue, Washington. She has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management since 1998 and serves clients through personalized, goals-based wealth management and holistic financial strategies. Lori manages discretionary portfolios that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. She focuses on helping multi-generational families, retirees, C-suite executives, women investors, and business owners with services including family wealth management, personal retirement planning, and strategies for women and wealth. Lori holds professional designations as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) and Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned an Associate's Degree from Central Washington University. Her team collectively brings over 90 years of experience in areas such as investment management, retirement planning, tax minimization, and legacy planning. In addition to her professional work, Lori has been involved in the community as a previous advisor to The School of Business at Central Washington University and with the organization Washington Women In Need. She resides in Clyde Hill with her husband Michael and enjoys traveling, hiking, Orange Theory Fitness, pickleball, Husky football, and spending time with her family.

Michelle Sfanos is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Merrill for 21 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for Listen and Talk, a nonprofit organization that teaches children with hearing loss to communicate using spoken language. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Kosuke Amino is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Kirkland, WA, with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2021, he worked at Nippon Express USA, Inc., Atago USA, and Maruchan, Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutions with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Debra Styner is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 28 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. from 2005 to 2008. 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 a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Sandra Cairns is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Bellevue, WA, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Her prior work includes five years at Hanson Baker Ludlow Drumheller PS and ongoing roles at Wells Fargo Bank since 2019. Outside of her advisory duties, she holds a Washington law license and serves as co-trustee for her parents' trusts and executor for her mother's estate. 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 solutions. 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.

Evan Papiez is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab bank SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2018, following prior roles at Mutual of America Securities LLC and Mutual of America Life Insurance Company. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios, supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Christina Day is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, overseeing the operations of the Redmond Investor Center. In her role, she manages day-to-day responsibilities and supports branch associates through accountability and coaching to enhance client experiences. Christina's focus is on building strong relationships with clients and associates, aiming to maintain trust and loyalty while positioning the firm as a leading provider of financial planning guidance. Christina has been with Fidelity Investments since 2007, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investments Representative, Financial Consultant, and currently, Vice President Branch Leader. Her extensive experience within the firm reflects a deep understanding of financial advisory services and client relationship management. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Christina's personal interests include art, boating, hiking, running, and skiing.

Zi Wang is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Bellevue, WA, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2019, Wang worked at BNP Paribas and HSBC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Toraj Nowkhasteh is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he works part-time as a food delivery driver. 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 integrates research and analytics with a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Amy Kerr is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 17 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2010 and holds the Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services to provide tailored financial planning and portfolio management.

Mason Lawrence is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including D.A. Davidson & Co., Pacific Capital Resource Group, and E.K. Riley Investments. His career also includes several years dedicated to full-time education between 2011 and 2021. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary capital market assumptions, model-based asset allocations, and global research to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.