David Lawrence II is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by offering a range of advisory programs, including 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 combine broad retail and institutional offerings.

John Keller is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Keller participates in a member expense sharing arrangement with other Ameriprise advisors to support shared business infrastructure. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeting individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored recommendations. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Isabel Bassi is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and six years of industry experience. She previously worked at Claraphi Advisory Network, LLC and has a background that includes roles at Marin Country Club and California State University, Chico. 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 advisors, offering a blend of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

David Minor is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2010. Minor serves on the board of directors for COTAP, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, with a focus on clients who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Heidi Crocker is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS Financial Services and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Prior to her professional financial career, she spent twelve years engaged in homemaking. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, 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.

Susan Vidalon Suzuki is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience, currently serving at Equitable Advisors since 2018. Her prior work includes roles at AXA Advisors, Pandora Media Inc., and Santa Clara University. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment solutions through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both third-party program sponsors and proprietary resources.

Barry Williams is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in corporate benefits, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Barry focuses on education and transparency in wealth management strategies to help clients better understand investment behavior during volatile markets. Barry began his investment career after graduating from the University of California Berkeley. He initially worked with PaineWebber, which was later acquired by UBS, where he remained for three years. In 2003, he joined Citi SmithBarney, navigating complex market conditions in the early 2000s. Since 2010, Barry has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In 2013, he earned his Chartered Retirement Plan Counselor™ (CRPC) designation, enhancing his expertise in retirement strategies. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Barry is involved in his community through coaching at Sleepy Hollow School. His personal interests include adventure sports, golfing, scuba diving, and swimming. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving long-term goals.

Virginia Price is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Tiburon, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven, incorporates modern portfolio theory, and includes a broader set of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Sean Cook II is a financial advisor with Merrill in El Cerrito, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his industry experience in 2025. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, The Hammer Museum, and academic positions at the University of California Los Angeles and Chabot College. 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.

Marcus Alphin is the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he provides guidance and ongoing coaching to associates with the aim of maximizing their potential and ensuring the delivery of a client experience that meets Fidelity's Standard of Care. Marcus has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having served as an Affluent Business Leader at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2010 to 2023. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Marcus enjoys spending time at the beach, golfing, skiing, surfing, traveling, and volunteering.

Joshua Wulkan is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 7 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Greg Morris Cards, Inc. and spent 15 years at Huggins and Scott Auctions. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Sally Louie is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Vallejo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2007 and has concurrently been affiliated with The Golden 1 Credit Union since 2006. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a nonprofit board member and foster mom for the Contra Costa SPCA. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker‑dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to research, model portfolios, and various investment strategies.

George Buck is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in San Francisco, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 47 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services since 1999 and Raymond James Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, Buck serves as an independent contractor financial advisor for Elevon Wealth Management and is a board member involved in decision-making for a rental real estate property. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, supports extensive advisory programs, and uniquely maintains a municipal advisor affiliation to enhance its public finance work.

Brian Asher is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Richmond, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a trust based in San Francisco. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Emma Taylor is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing, where she has been since 2016. 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 solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Zachary Unger is a financial advisor with Merrill in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America and Pacific Premier Bank, along with earlier positions connected to California Polytechnic State University. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Fabiana Filips is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in delivering financial planning services tailored to individual and household needs. She focuses on helping clients achieve their financial goals by developing customized investment management strategies that reflect their unique objectives and values. Fabiana’s expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, tax minimization, and socially responsible investing, among other areas. Her foundational approach centers on transparency, trust, and a commitment to clients’ financial well-being. Fabiana utilizes Merrill’s research and resources alongside her industry knowledge to empower individuals and families to take charge of their financial futures. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and received her Bachelor's degree from Lehman College, having previously attended Brooklyn College. Fabiana is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of her professional role, Fabiana enjoys adventure sports, baseball, basketball, biking, dancing, music, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with her family. She values building long-lasting client relationships and supporting community involvement.

Brett Oland is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Oakland, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2025, he worked at PRUCO Securities, LLC, Fisher Investment, and TD Ameritrade. Before his financial services career, he held positions at Monkey Sports, Braum's, A-Game Grill, and Allen Sports Association. 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 managed account options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment due diligence.

Sean Parks is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orinda, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank National Association since 2015. 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, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and sophisticated modeling tools.

David Cohen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Rafael, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment services. The firm’s advisory 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 menu.