Brenda Navarro is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and prior experience at American Air Balance Co. and A & B Hotel Management. 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 and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Daniel Valenzuela is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, a position he has held since 2010. He advises high net worth clients and business owners on wealth accumulation, preservation, and transfer by developing individually customized wealth management strategies that align with each client's financial future, risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and investment goals. Daniel has built a team that supports portfolio development, wealth and retirement planning, estate and education planning services, liability management, tax minimization, bank and lending options through Bank of America, N.A., and asset preservation. As a qualified Portfolio Advisor, he recommends investment strategies, funds, and portfolios from Merrill Lynch Wealth Management or approved third-party managers based on a thorough understanding of his clients' goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business and is accredited with several professional designations, including Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Born and raised in Southern California, Daniel currently resides in Monrovia, CA.

Douglas Cowles is a financial advisor at Merrill with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America for over 15 years. Based in Los Angeles, CA, he has served clients through these institutions since 2009. Merrill provides managed account services for 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 plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The program integrates Merrill’s investment management with Bank of America’s broader platform, including trades and lending services.

Vincent Law is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2025. He also owns and operates Vincent Law Financial Consultant Group, LLC, a separate financial consulting practice. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, using proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations for clients.

Michael Hulley is a Senior Vice President and Senior Resident Director with Merrill in Brea, California. In his role, he works closely with multiple generations of families to assist them in managing their wealth more purposefully. Mike fosters close-knit client relationships and is known as a go-to resource for ideas and opportunities gained from over 30 years of experience as a financial advisor. He provides support on a range of financial matters, including evaluating business ventures, significant purchases, family-wealth dynamics, and long-term goals. Mike earned his Bachelor's degree in Finance and Investing from the University of Southern California. He began his career as a financial advisor with Merrill in 1985, served with UBS from 2008 to 2016, and then rejoined Merrill. Since 1991, he has held leadership roles including Senior Resident Director. In this capacity, he mentors and supports a team of advisors and associates in the Brea office. Outside of his professional work, Mike enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He is a Disney enthusiast, enjoys traveling, and follows various professional sports. He is also involved with community organizations including Second Harvest Food Bank and the Salvation Army.

Gee Na Park is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Los Angeles, CA. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been in the industry since 2025. Prior to joining Mass Mutual, she worked at G & C Lifestory Inc, Mediclo Inc, and SCC Education Inc. She also holds an outside insurance sales position as a broker focused on life, disability, long-term care insurance, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software and strategies to develop written recommendations tailored to client goals.

Ruby Herrera is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and holds a Series 66 license with 17 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Le-Vel, a privately held company. 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, operating as a broker-dealer, investment adviser, and futures commission merchant.

Lope Choa is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works directly with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals. His approach involves a comprehensive understanding of each client’s full financial picture, and he utilizes resources from Merrill and Bank of America to provide investment insights as well as banking and lending solutions. Choa’s areas of expertise include portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategies, and retirement income planning. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Florida and maintains professional designations as a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Committed to community involvement, Choa participates in local volunteer organizations and integrates this service-oriented philosophy into his client relationships. Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, biking, and golfing.

Hovig Ounjian is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has held roles at Bank of America and Wells Fargo. 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 broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s broader platform, providing access to a wide range of products and services.

Quentin Garcia is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2021 and has prior experience at Loyola Marymount University, Community Builders Group, Gonzaga University, and Loyola High School. 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 grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Melanie Sepanian is currently a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2026. She has built her career in the financial services industry, with prior roles including Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments, Associate Representative at Thrivent, Teller at Wells Fargo, and Insurance Agent at World Financial Group. Melanie specializes in partnering with clients to understand their financial goals, such as retiring early, funding an education, or preserving wealth for future generations. She focuses on building multi-generational relationships and providing comprehensive financial guidance. She holds a California Insurance License.

Katy Zhao is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2017. Outside of her advisory work, she has participated in a one-day modeling project for a clothing retailer’s holiday campaign. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning approach supported by proprietary tools and investment research.

Vivian Lo is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2020. She has worked in the financial services industry since 2008, with prior roles including Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2014 to 2020 and Financial Planner at the Royal Bank of Canada from 2008 to 2013. Vivian focuses on building trusting client relationships and sharing key financial planning concepts. She assists clients in managing changes and provides ongoing guidance to develop personalized financial plans. She holds a California Insurance License.

Frode Teigen is a Financial Advisor with the Ma Teigen Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2021 and contributes to the team by overseeing operations to facilitate sustained client interaction. Frode applies his analytical skills and experience to design customized wealth management plans, gathering relevant data and modeling scenarios to clarify client priorities and identify action items. He also dedicates significant effort to investment analysis and research, evaluating competing investment options aligned with client needs and advising on parameters such as risk thresholds, time horizons, tax sensitivity, and liquidity. Before joining Merrill, Frode worked for decades in the information technology sector and was involved as a venture capital investor for tech start-ups. He holds a Master of Science degree (M.Sc.) from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Frode is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC™), and a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA™). He communicates in English, Norwegian, Swedish, and French. Frode is married with two children and enjoys exploring local trails around Pasadena, California, with his family and their dog, Kiki. His personal interests include chess, hiking, reading, skiing, soccer, swimming, and traveling.

Jason Betts is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James since 2019 and previously held positions at Cantella & Co., Inc., Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Raymond James & Associates offers financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, as well as state and municipal government clients. The firm provides tailored financial plans and investment recommendations, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory relationships.

Claudine Rajah is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hermosa Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2006. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security claiming options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement income advice through a centralized consulting team.

Isaac Taylor is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Arcadia, CA, holding the Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, Taylor serves as a board member for the Pasadena Fire Foundation and the Pasadena Fire Department EMS Reserve, both nonprofit organizations focused on community safety and emergency medical services. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning covering a wide range of topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option, maintaining planning and investment management as separate services.

Kyle Ergas is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on working closely with individuals and families to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping clients achieve their unique financial goals. His approach involves understanding each client's priorities and creating plans tailored to their specific situations. Kyle's expertise includes a range of financial services such as general investing, retirement planning, and savings strategies to prepare for unforeseen expenses. He works with clients to address concerns related to funding education, securing retirement income, and managing long-term financial objectives. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from San Jose State University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

Patrick Chan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at B. Riley Wealth Advisors, National Asset Management, Hold Bros. Capital, LLC, and Integra Technology Inc. Outside of his financial career, he is the sole owner of a long-term rental property in Long Beach, CA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute with third-party data to inform its diversified, modern portfolio theory-based investment approach.

Stephen Cho is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Brea, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 23 years of industry experience, including 14 years with LPL Financial since 2012. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.