Sonny Kothari is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director with the Kothari Group at Merrill. He has been with Merrill since 1990, providing customized wealth planning and advice to high-net-worth families. Sonny focuses on creating seamless, comprehensive financial experiences that address both clients' daily needs and long-term aspirations. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, and philanthropic planning. Sonny holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He holds professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Throughout his career, he has collaborated closely with clients' CPAs and attorneys to maintain integrated financial management. Committed to his community, Sonny sits on the board of Pathways of Hope in Fullerton, California, an organization providing access to food, shelter, and housing. He lives in Fullerton with his wife and has three grown daughters. Sonny enjoys hiking, running, and spending time with his family.

Sherif Salib is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has also worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2010. 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 its Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer, investment adviser, and commodity-related registrations.

Lisa Silva is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 20 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services and Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation. Outside of financial advisory, she is the broker and owner of Strategix Realty Inc., a real estate brokerage firm. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated financial services through a large network of advisors, utilizing advanced asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Sean Kang is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015, following several years at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney starting in 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Andrew Sanchez 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 various J.P. Morgan entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Sanchez is the owner and co-designer of Rivalry Clothing Co., where he creates and sells graphic design work. 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.

George Veater is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at LPL Financial and Sagepoint Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a working cattle ranch and bronc riding school, hosting rodeo events and producing related content. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charities. The firm provides a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to offer customized portfolio management across various investment types.

Mark Tolan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Murrieta, California, holding a Series 63 license and bringing 48 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, Tolan serves as secretary on the Holy Name of Mary Parish Finance Committee and coaches youth basketball for the City of La Verne. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on clients approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering tailored recommendation reports that integrate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Susan Chung is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2005, previously working with AXA Advisors, LLC. Chung volunteers with the VITA Program through the Good Hands Foundation and works as a tax preparer specializing in business taxes. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through third-party asset managers and LPL programs. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage services tailored to clients' goals, risk tolerance, and time horizons.

Paul Gregerson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services, Kaiser, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield, alongside ownership of Gregerson Tax Service, which provides tax preparation services. He serves as a trustee of family trusts and maintains involvement in tax and insurance services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Josie Chuang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with JPMorgan Chase and its affiliates since 2014. 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 additional market-facing registrations and functions, delivering advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

David Nguyen is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at World Financial Group and First City Realty. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with diverse program structures and investment options.

Lulu Lo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019. Prior to that, she was employed at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and KinFine USA, Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Steven Reyna is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he sells whole life insurance and fixed annuities for pension plans. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Kevin Han is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Anaheim, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions with Woodbury Financial Services, Questar Asset Management, and Wells Fargo. He is president of Cornerstone Financial Planning, a corporation he established for business planning and marketing related to his financial advisory practice. OSAIC serves a broad range of clients, including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools, efficient-frontier analysis, and access to third-party managers to construct diversified portfolios across multiple investment types.

Alejandro Gonzalez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2011, including JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice and customized performance reporting through a combination of advisory and brokerage capabilities.

Phillip Orr is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Signator Investors, Inc. for 32 years before joining OSAIC in 2018. Orr is also an author of World War II archaeological publications and serves as secretary on the board of a nonprofit radio station. Additionally, he coaches running and track & field and founded a scholarship fund for high school athletes. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations, providing integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm employs tools such as asset-allocation models, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Joseph Garza is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in wealth management and retirement planning, holding the designations of Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). Joseph earned his Bachelor's Degree from the California State University System.

Jon Massey is a financial advisor with OSAIC Wealth, Inc., holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, and has 29 years of industry experience. He has previously worked with Mariner Independent Advisor Network, LLC, LPL Financial, LLC, and WealthPLAN Partners. Massey is President of Providence Professional Insurance Services and Plan With Providence, LLC, which provides insurance and administrative support services. He also serves as a board member for Lamb's Fellowship Church. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated financial services through a large network of advisors, utilizing asset-allocation tools and multiple advisory platforms to manage a wide range of investment products.

Krishna Agnihotri is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he worked at Crown Capital Securities and Foresters Equity Services. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in insurance sales as an independent agent. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

Vi Chan is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license with seven years of industry experience. She currently works at LPL Financial and previously spent seven years at Edward Jones. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.