Brad Chi is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Pasadena, California. He works primarily with established professionals, business owners, retirees, and families throughout Southern California. His advisory approach focuses on simplifying complex financial situations, improving coordination among various decisions, and helping clients move forward with clarity during career transitions and life changes. Brad assists clients whose financial lives have grown more complex over time, often managing retirement assets, investment accounts, concentrated stock positions, cash flow needs, and family priorities that developed at different times. His process involves understanding clients' priorities, accounts, and concerns; analyzing their broader financial picture; evaluating potential recommendations; and coordinating with other professionals such as tax advisors and specialists across Merrill and Bank of America when necessary. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Arizona and has earned the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Brad is involved with several professional and community organizations, including the University of Arizona Alumni Association, Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity, American Cancer Society, Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, and Junior Achievement of South California.

Jing Sun is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to rejoining LPL Financial in 2023, Sun worked for Daisy Financial Group and Unity Professional Insurance Services Inc. Outside of advising, Sun is involved with Apiary Partners Inc, a real estate rental business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse advisory programs and financial planning services supported by model portfolios, research, and various portfolio management technologies.

Doo Hong is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 29 years of industry experience, currently with Cetera since 2022. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance, and MetLife Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he owns an insurance business focused on health and Medicare insurance and serves on the board of Hangeul Camp USA Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to a range of portfolio management options, third-party money managers, and various program structures.

Boyuan Zhou is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has also worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to fiduciary clients of Bank of America through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional accounts, combining internal and third-party management with comprehensive trading and custody support.

Eddie Rivera Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2017. Prior to that, he was employed at PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis with an in-house due-diligence framework.

Helen Shue is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS since 2018 and previously at HSBC Bank USA NA from 2016 to 2018. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a mix of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers proprietary research and affiliated banking programs.

Alisa J. Chanpong is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been with the firm since 1999. Alisa works with affluent individuals, their families, and closely held businesses, focusing on areas such as asset allocation, investment management, retirement income, wealth transfer planning, and overall strategy development. She holds a B.S. Degree in Business Administration with emphases in Entrepreneurship and Business Communication from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California, earned in 1994. Throughout her career, Alisa has achieved several professional designations, including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation through the College for Financial Planning, and holds Series 7, 66, and 31 FINRA Registrations. Alisa lives with her husband and their two daughters. In addition to her professional work, she is active in community organizations such as the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses, USC Town and Gown, and the USC Trojan League of Los Angeles. She also enjoys traveling and considers herself a "foodie."

Allison Fujimoto is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. She has held positions at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2017 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. She holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Wayne Sellar is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Whittier, CA, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 34 years of industry experience and has worked at several institutions including Credit Union of Southern California and Santander Securities, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Real Estate Ebroker Inc, a mortgage and real estate services business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources to provide both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Jordan Berry is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Compass and Deasy Penner & Partners. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Natalie Beaini is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021 and also holds a position with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2020. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Sherine Saade is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at First Republic Securities Company LLC. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, using a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services and manages fund-of-funds and model portfolios while maintaining oversight of sub-advisers and applying systematic investment methodologies.

Olabisi Oduguwa is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2015. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Uriel Orozco serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he provides personalized wealth management strategies designed to help clients pursue their long-term financial goals. Uriel focuses on client areas such as legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and tax minimization, developing financial strategies that respond to evolving market conditions. Uriel’s approach involves a comprehensive understanding of each client’s full financial picture and access to the investment insights of Merrill alongside the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America. He follows the Merrill tradition of active community participation, volunteering with organizations in the local community. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Uriel enjoys camping, cooking, gardening, and spending time with his family. His personal philosophy centers on working closely with clients one-on-one to create tailored strategies that align with their individual goals.

Nicolas Bamont is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked within Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Since 2022, he has been involved in marketing activities at Red Bull North America. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analyses. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers planning services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Vivian Liu is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has worked since 2008. She has over 30 years of experience in financial consulting, including previous roles at TD Ameritrade from 2004 to 2008 and Charles Schwab from 1996 to 2004. Vivian holds a California Insurance License. Throughout her career, Vivian has worked with diverse clients and brings extensive experience in financial planning tailored to individual situations. She is committed to understanding the unique needs of her clients and providing professional guidance. Outside of her professional work, Vivian enjoys spending time at the beach, listening to music, playing soccer, traveling, and volunteering.

Shuru Han is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Arcadia, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2020, Han worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Cathay Bank. Outside of finance, Han owns and operates two charcuterie businesses, Woof and Whisk and Shuruterie, focusing on locally sourced ingredients and supporting local animal shelters. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Erick Gabler is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Gabler also serves as a trustee and co-trustee for a trust based in Fullerton, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its services.

Ryan Wong is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera in Rosemead, CA. He has worked at Avantax Advisory Services and co-manages a CPA practice, Thong, Yu, Wong & Lee, LLP. Wong serves as president of Friends of the Chinatown Library, a nonprofit organization supporting the Chinatown Los Angeles library and providing scholarships to high school students. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered advisory firm offering a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charities. The firm provides access to model portfolios, third-party managers, and various program structures with ongoing supervision and client reviews.

Kenneth Whittenbury is a CFP® and Series 66 designated advisor with Edward Jones in La Palma, CA, with 17 years of industry experience, all at Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns an income property in Bullhead City, AZ. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base, including individual and institutional investors, with over $1 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.