Michael Petersen is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2002. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm utilizes a centralized investment approach combining quantitative screening and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios and manages risk through tax-aware processes and defensive tactics.

Julius Scott is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs & Co and Neuberger Berman BD LLC. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program that emphasizes written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities through specialized regulatory registrations.

Gerard Bessette is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where he has served since 2026. In this role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their individual goals and priorities. His approach emphasizes collaboration and thoughtful guidance to help clients navigate their financial journeys. Prior to his current position, Gerard held the role of Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2026. His experience in the financial services industry includes positions at TD Ameritrade, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc, CUSO Financial Services, L.P, and AXA Advisors, LLC. Gerard holds a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation and maintains a CA Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Gerard enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, hiking, swimming, traveling, and caring for pets.

Andrew Walsh is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth management and tax minimization strategies. He works closely with clients to understand their priorities and helps develop personalized strategies to achieve their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His expertise covers a broad range of areas, including college education planning, executive compensation, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Andrew holds a Bachelor's Degree from the National University of Ireland and a Master's Degree from Imperial College. He carries the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is registered under NMLS#2287337. As part of his approach, he serves as a resource for investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events, providing clients with ongoing advice and guidance. Andrew can also connect clients with Bank of America specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Outside of his professional work, Andrew is a husband and father who enjoys spending time with his family. His personal interests include fishing, gardening, golfing, music, soccer, and traveling. He is actively involved in sports, including soccer, karate, and Gaelic youth sports.

David Yu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Redwood City, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 1998. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm operates a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and oversight from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Suki Lee is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab since 1992 and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank since 2005. Outside of advising, she manages several rental properties in San Francisco. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm combines non-discretionary and discretionary investment approaches with centralized operational and supervisory structures.

Michael Hsu is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 license and 16 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley since 2020, the Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2021, and prior positions at Tenergy and AdviceBridge, Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides customized plans that incorporate advanced modeling techniques.

Dennis Karle is a CFA® charterholder with 34 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2004, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. He is based in Palo Alto, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools.

Laura Schaefer is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments based in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Fisher Investments since 2014. Fisher Investments serves a global client base that includes institutional and private clients such as pension plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management across various mandates and employs a centralized investment decision process combining quantitative and qualitative methods to manage globally diversified portfolios.

Maria Aurea Dayap is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 1 year of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2014. 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.

Weilun Wang is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Enterprise LLC, Schwab Wealth Advisory, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, leveraging research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Laure Mendoza is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Srebrow Investment Resources - Syntero Real Estate. Mendoza is based in Palo Alto, CA. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Alexander Anstead is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. 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 and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kenneth Marcus is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, MORGAN STANLEY SMITH BARNEY LLC, Wells Fargo Clearing, and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in property management through his sole proprietorship, Del Marcus Properties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kevin Hicks is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. from 2009 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, Hicks serves as a board member for the CSU Chico Center for Excellence in Finance. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Adam Green is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at MSI Financial Services, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a business buying and selling new and used watches. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s non-discretionary program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Brannan Vaughan is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Evan Zeller is a Financial Consultant who prioritizes building genuine connections with clients based on trust and empathy. His approach focuses on understanding clients' financial goals and delivering personalized strategies with integrity and care. He has professional experience as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity from 2024 to 2025 and served as a Financial Planning Associate at Summit Financial Group from 2021 to 2024. Evan holds a California Insurance License, complementing his expertise in financial planning. Outside of his professional life, Evan enjoys spending time at the beach, cooking and baking, fitness activities, golf, and hiking.

Nicholas Scott is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Burlingame, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at MA Private Wealth, Alamo Capital, Edward Jones, and Wells Fargo. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a referee for recreational basketball games. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that include retail and institutional offerings, specialized investment products, and estate planning strategies.

Marlina Kartawinata is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.