Jesse Cortez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities. He is based in Modesto, CA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a range of investment options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Chad Webster is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 license and 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at BancWest Investment Services, Bank of the West, Sorrento Pacific Financial, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Wells Fargo Clearing. He is based in Escalon, CA. 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, and institutional platforms.

Alana Scott is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith Incorporated for 10 years before joining Raymond James in 2017. Scott is a founding board member and current president of the Women's Education and Leadership League, a nonprofit organization. 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, institutional investors, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Asma Mahmood is a financial advisor at Stifel with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2018. Prior to that, she was with Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2018. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology from its Investment Strategy Group.

Brandon Karp is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Modesto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial-affiliated firms since 2018 and has also been involved with Depalma Farms since 2019. Outside of advising, he has a part-time role at a local farmers market. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive technology and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Leann Lumpkin is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Edwin Mills by Equator. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

Cullen Bearden is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Modesto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, Bank of Stockton Investment and Insurance Services, and MOCSE Federal Credit Union. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets.

Aaron Gill is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in partnering with individuals, families, and business owners to navigate important financial decisions. He focuses on family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Aaron holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California System and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He emphasizes building strong client relationships through trust, communication, and understanding each client's unique priorities. Outside of his professional work, Aaron enjoys activities such as basketball, chess, golfing, hiking, pickleball, tennis, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

Raymond Ruiz is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Modesto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and with Citigroup Global Markets since 2000. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and financial planning to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Brian Hoekman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Modesto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2014. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services focused on clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering detailed recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and automated tools overseen by a dedicated team to support its advisory approach.

Martin Youmaran is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 23 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Bankers Life Securities, Inc., Ninvest LLC, Trellis Advisors-Lotus Domaine, Hometown Realty, and Sf Investments, Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice and customized reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with additional brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Stephanie Martin is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill Lynch and with Contentment Brewing Company and Modesto Pregnancy Center. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large 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, non-discretionary investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Alias Masudi is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2023, he worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. from 2018 to 2023, and held roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Merrill, and Bank of America. Outside of finance, he owns and operates a restaurant business, Rocket Kabob, and oversees an Amazon FBA business through Masudi Enterprises, LLC. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering access to proprietary research and capital markets services.

Jana Kearns is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 41 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2020, following roles at Raymond James & Associates and Merrill. Outside of advising, she is involved in property management as a sole proprietor of personal rental real estate and serves as a trustee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in assets. The firm’s financial planning incorporates structured discovery and firm-approved tools, offering a wide range of investment and advisory solutions.

Adam Juday is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with various Fidelity entities since 2001. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Kent Crawford is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Modesto, CA, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 license. He has 39 years of industry experience, including five years at Edward Jones and 15 years with LPL Financial. Outside of advisory work, he operates Granite Wealth Management as a DBA. 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, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies, supported by advanced analytical tools.

Tim Bloemhof is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2019. His career includes prior roles within Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory work, Bloemhof has significant involvement in almond farming and processing businesses through various family-owned and invested entities in California. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network offers investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, employing proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning.

Sumeet Nijjar serves as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. In this capacity, he collaborates with clients to develop financial plans that align with their goals and complement the broader guidance provided by his team. He aims to present information transparently, assisting clients in understanding both opportunities and risks. Prior to his current position, Sumeet worked as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2025. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial planning and consulting. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Sumeet has personal interests that include cars, motorcycles, and outdoor adventures.

Moises Aguirre Cabrera is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, BMO N.A., and various educational institutions. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Victor Valenzuela is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA prior to joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, fund advisory services, and model portfolios.