Wai Shing Stephen Law is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He has recently transitioned into the financial services industry, having started his career with Bank of America in 2024 and joining Merrill in 2026. Prior to his finance career, he was involved in a design and decoration business for five years. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anali Elias is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held roles at several companies including Mejuri, David Yurman, and Prada. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a systematic investment process incorporating proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios and advise registered investment companies.

Tony Lan is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank, MML Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Company, NYLIFE Securities, New York Life Insurance, and T3 Trading Group. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, incorporating ESG criteria and broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Marco Tolento is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Los Alamitos, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. His prior work experience includes roles at Jtrf Inc, Teherani & Velez LLP, and Matika Inc. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base, including individuals and institutions, with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Tyler Wong is a CFP® professional with seven years of experience in financial advising, currently with OSAIC since 2024. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Securities America Advisors. Outside of his advisory duties, he operates a sole proprietorship providing financial planning and insurance services, and he is a commissioned California Public Notary. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base, including retail investors, high-net-worth households, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a multi-advisor platform with brokerage and advisory services emphasizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various investment tools and strategies.

Christian Elia is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His professional background includes roles outside finance such as work with Cambrian HomeCare, Uber Black, and academic positions at Cal State Long Beach University and El Camino Community College. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in wrap programs.

Zachary White is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab based in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with two years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles in education and positions at Charles Schwab Bank and Undefeated Academy. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering non-discretionary investment guidance alongside access to discretionary model portfolios and alternative investments, supported by a large integrated operational structure.

Justin Weiss is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 license with 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse Securities. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that incorporate advanced modeling techniques but typically do not include individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Craig Mc Knight is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a musician, playing trombone in a sole proprietorship based in Long Beach, California. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions with a combination of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Charles Chen is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing extensive experience since joining the firm in 1999. His primary areas of practice include corporate retirement plans, executive stock services, and liability management. Charles partners with Merrill Specialists on credit and corporate pension plans to create financial strategies aligned with his clients' risk tolerance. He serves clients across multiple focus areas including college education planning, executive compensation, legacy planning, small business strategies, and personal retirement planning. Charles holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from California State University, Fullerton. He has earned professional designations as a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Previously, he led the training program for new Financial Advisors at the Brea, Santa Ana, and Ontario offices. Charles is fluent in English and Chinese. Outside of his professional role, Charles enjoys adventure sports such as mountain biking and snowboarding. He is also an engaged father, supporting his two daughters in dance activities. Charles resides in Anaheim Hills with his wife Angel and their daughters Cameron and Kyle.

Lisa Quach is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016, with prior roles at Fidelity, Merrill, and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of her advisory work, she is a co-owner and partner in several rental property investments managed by third parties. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program that focuses on written asset allocation advice, manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates systematic quantitative screens, qualitative research, and an ESG eligibility framework to support portfolio construction and asset allocation.

Daniel Rothenberg is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2019, as well as at City National Bank and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including the Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens, and acts as president of the One Arroyo Foundation. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and customizes investment strategies using both in-house and third-party managers, with access to capital markets capabilities and alternative investments.

Christian Cerra is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and TD Ameritrade. He is based in Los Angeles, CA. 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.

Carlos Kennedy is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 registrations and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include six years at Bancwest Investment Services, Inc. and earlier positions at Harrisdirect LLC. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage and deliver model portfolios across a broad investment universe.

Chad Leon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at firms such as Citigroup, Comerica Securities, and Wescom Financial Services. He is currently based in Anaheim, CA. 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 financial planning and investment services through a large network of advisors, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Andrew Li is a financial advisor at Cetera with 49 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and as an independent insurance broker since 1975. He is also active as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, operating a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Michael Nelson is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked at Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists since 2013 and is also associated with Petersen International Underwriters and Foresight Wealth, where he serves as owner. Nelson is licensed to sell disability insurance through multiple firms. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered advisory firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, providing advisors with access to various model portfolios and third-party money managers.

Jagruti Makwana is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Citi Wealth Management, J.P. Morgan Securities, Avantax Advisory Services, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. 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 portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset management, with advice delivered by investment adviser representatives using various strategic approaches.

Eric Chang is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC for 23 years before joining Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he owns CJ Capital Insurance & Financial Services, Inc., which sells fixed life, health, disability, and medical insurance products. Equitable Advisors serves a range of clients including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of advisers, utilizing third-party asset managers and LPL-sponsored advisory solutions.

Aubrey Robertson is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Lakewood, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Thrivent Financial since 2017 and has prior experience at Wells Fargo Advisors and Raymond James Financial. Outside of his advisory role, Robertson is an author of Christian books and content. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based analyses and written recommendations on various planning topics without discretionary trading authority. The firm’s approach combines planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option while maintaining separation between these services.