Fwu Chian Tsai is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cetera since 2004 and owns Lotus Accountancy Company, a CPA firm providing bookkeeping, tax preparation, business management consultation, and tax planning services. He also serves as president of a market consulting firm unrelated to investment activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC distributes services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies, managing over $256 billion in assets for approximately 800,000 clients.

Li Sun is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

David Jakl is a financial advisor with Osaic holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services and maintains roles as a swim team head coach for the Manta Rays Parent Association and as a tax preparer through his own business, J&C Financial Services. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors through a wide network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, offering a range of investment options and third-party solutions, with portfolios constructed using proprietary asset-allocation tools and risk-assessment methods.

Matthew Wong is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pasadena, CA, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing several rental properties as a sole proprietor. 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 various institutional accounts.

Amy Peng is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2010. Her prior experience includes roles at Barclays Capital Inc. and Lehman Brothers Inc. 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 non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence on alternative investments.

Andy Cheng is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at TD Ameritrade, Bank of America, Merrill, and Cetera. Cheng is also the owner of a rental services business. 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 non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and brokerage services.

Daniel Syrkin is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, CA. He holds the Series 66 designation and has recently begun his career in the industry, with previous experience including academic roles at the University of Southern California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial and estate planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and investment committee resources.

Rodney Engel is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2008 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. 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 provides proprietary research to tailor investment strategies.

Gerald Hughes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 45 years of industry experience. His prior firms include UBS Financial Services, Crowell, Weedon & Co., and D.A. Davidson & Co., with tenure at LPL Financial since 2015. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational tools and a broad suite of financial products.

Patrick Recker is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Crexi LLC, Keenan Financial, and several other organizations. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and uses systematic methodologies and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment process.

Norman S. Labrador is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 1992 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2007. In his current role, Norman focuses on developing financial strategies and providing advice tailored to individuals, families, and businesses, with an emphasis on understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. His areas of expertise include legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Norman holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from California State University, Los Angeles and has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Norman and his wife, Janet, reside in Pasadena with their two children. They actively participate in the community and support various charitable organizations such as Foothill Families, South Pasadena/San Marino YMCA, and The Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Norman is also engaged in community volunteering, reflecting a commitment aligned with Merrill Lynch’s tradition of community involvement.

John Ong is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Carson, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2002 and has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 2000. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure, focusing on non-institutional client portfolios.

Fernando Cruz is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held positions at firms including LPL Financial, Bank of America, and Merrill. Cruz is based in La Mirada, CA. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Christopher Felton is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, CA, holding 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a single-unit rental property. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Edwin Ramirez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms, including J.P. Morgan Securities, Merrill, Bank of America, and Washington Mutual. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets across more than 14,000 financial advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Yao Li is a financial advisor with Merrill in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Li worked at Bank of America, Cetera, Cathay Bank, and Subrigo Networks. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeff Gonzales is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various affiliates of Edelman Financial Engines since 2015. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm combines proprietary modeling with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified portfolios and both discretionary and non-discretionary advice.

Shad Ortiz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo since 2016 and previously held positions at Morgan Stanley and its affiliates from 2000 to 2014. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions, relying on research and analytics to evaluate investment options and providing services such as retirement plan consulting and financial planning.

Juan Ortiz is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 license and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at GWN Securities, Equitable Advisors, and AXA Advisors. There are no notable outside activities reported. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios, written advice policies, and a formal alternative-investment process.

Allen Tsay is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Waddell & Reed from 2013 to 2016 before joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2016. Tsay serves as a board member of Arcadia Masonic Lodge #278, where he participates in audit and budget approval and oversees charitable giving. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence to support non-discretionary client decisions.