Derek Newell is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill, along with various positions outside the financial industry. 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, and institutional investors.

Matthew Miner is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodland Hills, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and began his advisory career with Equitable Advisors in 2025. Outside of finance, he owns and operates Enabler PR, a public relations business he has managed since 2015. 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 LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model and offers a range of advisory and brokerage channels tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Kristen Lopez is a financial advisor with Merrill in Newbury Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2018 and previously at Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC from 2015 to 2018. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts, incorporating strategic asset allocation and tax-aware options.

Grant Goldstein is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in Woodland Hills, CA. He has two years of industry experience, including roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, Jpmorgan Chase Bank, Bank of America, Merrill, and One Capital Management. 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 brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Jing Liu is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2008. 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 solutions, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Megan Pritchard is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates and holds a Series 66 designation. She has three years of industry experience, including roles at Centene, University of California - Davis, and multiple hospitality businesses. 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 municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Bobak Mirmiran is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Woodland Hills, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and Axa Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Chief Operations Officer at MIR Express, Inc., a UPS Store franchise where he manages business operations and process development. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services. Schwab’s investment approach includes non-discretionary guidance with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and alternative investment due diligence.

Anthony Durham is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2013, including Wells Fargo Bank NA and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Christian Fuess serves as the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Woodland Hills, California. He has over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, focusing on assisting foundations, endowments, public and private retirement plans, businesses, individuals, and families with wealth accumulation and preservation. His client focus areas include college education planning, executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Christian holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from San Diego State University, a Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Financial Planning from California Lutheran University, and has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification. He also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Christian lives in Westlake Village, California, with his wife Stephanie and their children, Roman and Lucia. He is actively involved in the community, serving on the Auxiliary Board of Directors for the Cancer Hope Foundation and volunteering as a weekly mentor for C.A.R.E. Foster Kids.

Sylvia Rodriguez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016 and holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in sole proprietorship of real estate investments. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools to support its clients’ financial goals.

Alisa Stearns is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westlake Village, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and models as part of its financial planning process.

Eyal Yaffe is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works directly with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals. Eyal leverages the investment resources of Merrill Lynch alongside the banking and lending services of Bank of America to support clients’ wealth management needs. Eyal holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Canisius College. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Eyal is actively involved in his community through volunteer work, reflecting his commitment to the tradition of service valued by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.

David Hess is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Woodland Hills, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 1993 and has concurrently worked with Charles Schwab Bank since 2005. 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 combines a large client base with an integrated advisory and brokerage platform that includes both non-discretionary guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts.

William Lopez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing six years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles within Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing, as well as positions at LPL Financial and LOGIX Federal Credit Union. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory options. The firm’s process 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.

Wayne Burgher is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Agoura Hills, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and possessing 47 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 1997 and previously with Transamerica Occidental Life since 1987. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally sells non-variable life insurance products. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing various model portfolios, research, and technology-driven strategies.

Dominic Pino is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Camarillo, CA, with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and Ameriprise Financial Services LLC. Prior to his financial services career, he was involved with Deer Lodge Tavern and Instrumental Music Company. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Ryan Parker is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Westlake Village, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at FantasyPros and held mortgage-related roles at Planet Home Lending, HomeBridge Financial, and Prospect Mortgage. Outside of finance, he is involved in music licensing through the American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP). Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools, without providing individual security recommendations in its standalone financial planning services.

Jeffrey Krinsky is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2022, following six years at Wells Fargo Clearing and another six years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Charissa Spach is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise in Calabasas, CA, and has 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of advising, she is a co-owner of R&J Pacific Management LLC, a business unrelated to investment activities. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on clients near or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written recommendations that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to tailor plans, primarily for assets held within Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Erika Dizon is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she works closely with clients to build and implement personalized wealth plans. She advocates for her clients by connecting them with the resources at Fidelity and empowering them to make informed financial decisions. Erika has experience in various roles within the financial services industry, including positions as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Private Client Advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC, and Financial Consultant Partner at Charles Schwab & Co. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Erika has interests in food, music, and pets.