Geoffrey Shrager is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and also works with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, since 2015. He holds a Series 63 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a broad range of investment advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by advanced modeling tools.

Gordon Chow is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera. His career includes over two decades at Avantax Advisory Services and related entities, and he has operated his own CPA practice since 1986. Outside of advising, he holds a role as Treasurer/Comptroller at First Chinese Baptist Church. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large nationwide network of independent advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through multiple program structures and affiliated managers.

Jermaine Jamison is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in financial literacy education through his ownership of Know Money LLC, which focuses on underserved communities, and serves as Chapter Treasurer for the NFLPA Los Angeles Chapter. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, utilizing a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations supported by a centralized consulting team.

Kevin Scott is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he collaborates one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping them pursue their long-term goals. He leverages investment insights from Merrill as well as banking and lending solutions from Bank of America to create flexible wealth management plans tailored to each client’s unique financial situation. Kevin holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California. He also follows the Merrill tradition of community involvement, dedicating time to volunteer with local organizations.

Irena Ngo is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at CBRE and Team ABC, LLC. Ngo is also employed by Insperity PEO Services L.P., which provides employment compensation services for franchise advisors. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with a centralized consulting team to deliver tailored, non-discretionary retirement recommendations.

Kai Yuan Hu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Ameriprise Financial Services, and JP Morgan Securities, among others. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Pengxin Fang is a financial advisor with Merrill in West Covina, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2022 and has a concurrent work history with Bank of America, N.A. dating back to 2016. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, providing access to a wide array of products and services.

Lorraine Darosa is a financial advisor with Merrill in Los Angeles, California, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2015. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a successor trustee for the S S C Living Trust. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, providing access to a wide set of products and services.

Irma Deluna is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill Lynch for 14 years before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2024. In addition to her advisory role, she is also an employee of JPMorgan Bank, which allows her to offer certain bank products and services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors, combining large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Franc Burzotta is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and having 10 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley, Charles Schwab, USAA, and J.P. Morgan. He is also the sole member of HEX3N LLC, a publishing business based in Norwalk, California. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Vivian Chang is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1996 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce written Recommendation Reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities, utilizing algorithmic tools alongside dedicated oversight committees to generate personalized retirement recommendations.

Sylvia Lee is a financial advisor at MassMutual Investors Services with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Charles Schwab and Co., Inc. and TD Ameritrade. Outside of her advisory role, Lee is licensed as an insurance broker and has a background in real estate brokerage. MassMutual Investors Services operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, goal-oriented financial planning using firm-approved tools and offers specialized services including estate settlement and employer-sponsored planning.

Lilly Tung is a financial advisor with Cetera in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include five years with HSBC Securities USA and HSBC Bank USA National Association, along with multiple tenures at Cetera and East West Bank. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals across wealth levels, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and a multi-manager platform with diverse program options.

Taoran Li is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He earned a Master's Degree from the California State University System. In his role, Taoran provides financial advice and wealth management services, leveraging his specialized certifications to serve clients with retirement planning and investment needs, including those in sports and entertainment industries.

Wei Han Jack Chang is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities, where he has worked since 2019. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, Fidelity Brokerage Services, and Strategic Advisers LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors by providing investment consulting and advisory services through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Rodzl De Los Reyes is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2016. He is also an officer, director, and owner of Rexxons Holdings, Inc., a real estate property management company where he manages financial accounting and strategic financial decisions. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

John Mishima is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm focuses on delivering non-discretionary advice through a select group of Wealth Advisors and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Eric Lee is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at HSBC Bank USA and Cetera Investment Services. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Alvin Lam is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to develop wealth plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. Alvin focuses on providing clarity and structure to financial decisions that clients often find fragmented or reactive. His expertise includes tax-efficient investment and retirement planning, cash flow management, wealth preservation, and intergenerational wealth transfer. Alvin has experience collaborating with clients and their tax advisors and CPAs to coordinate investment strategies and retirement planning. He serves clients interested in college education planning, family wealth management, special needs planning strategies, legacy planning, and retirement income. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and attended schools within the California State University System. In addition to his advisory role, Alvin is involved in community service through organizations such as Ability First and professional groups including the South Pasadena Royal Lions Club and Taiwanese American Professionals - Los Angeles. He is bilingual in Yue (Cantonese), Chinese, and English, and his personal interests include golfing, skiing, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies.

Matthew Regan is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer and is a member of the Board of Directors for Friends of La Canada Baseball, a charity supporting the La Canada High School Baseball team. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans to client goals and risk tolerances.