Eduardo Zeiter is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2008. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, delivering written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Alfred Ruiz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Tracy, California, holding a Series 63 designation and 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Ruiz serves on the Board of Directors of the Tracy Sunrise Rotary Club and has co-ownership interests in a family vineyard producing wine grapes. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Brian Soon is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The BWS Group since its inception in 2001. He began his career with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1997 and focuses on developing and implementing customized wealth management plans for clients. Brian acts as a client relationship manager, overseeing the application of the Group’s tailored wealth management process and client service commitment. His areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Brian holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of California system and a master’s degree from the California State University system. Outside of his professional endeavors, Brian enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with his family.

Diamond Sharon Madsen is a financial advisor with Merrill in Manteca, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and JP Morgan, spanning over a decade. Merrill, along 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, utilizing model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party teams.

Augustine Azevedo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tracy, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors, Chase Investment Services, Wells Fargo Investments, and Edward Jones. Outside of advising, he co-owns a marketing firm focused on e-commerce and advertising, and he is also an author. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Sherry Azevedo is a financial advisor at Osaic with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked with Securities America Advisors and National Planning Corp. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in life insurance and fixed annuity businesses and serves as owner and CEO of the Azevedo Investment Corporation. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm combines brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, employing asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance analysis to build customized portfolios.

Brian Rambo is a CFP® certificant with 21 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC. He has previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Inc. for 15 years. Brian also owns Rambo Wealth Management, a commission-based firm involved in investment management, life insurance, and variable annuity sales. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit investors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services with access to multiple investment platforms and third-party managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

John Kjerulf is a financial advisor at OSAIC with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Edward Jones. Prior to his advisory career, he operated Kjerulf Law for two years. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through an extensive network of advisors and offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. Its investment approach includes asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing across various asset classes.

Brooks Randolph is a CFP® professional with five years of experience in financial services. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and also holds roles with Valley Financial Services and B&A Financial Inc. Outside of his advisory duties, Randolph has been involved with tutoring and community organizations in prior years. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, retirement plan, charitable, and institutional clients nationwide. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to a range of portfolio management strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary services and third-party money managers.

Michael Bott is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Stockton, California. He holds a Series 66 credential and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Harmony Communities, US Bank, and Summit Funding. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a single-family rental property. 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 and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery processes and planning tools to support client financial goals.

Nicholas Tidwell is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously was with Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank. 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 IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Sean Friesen is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Stockton, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2021 and has concurrent experience at Golden 1 Credit Union since 2019. Prior to these roles, he was employed at Sacramento Hyundai for five years. 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 portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive technology tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Stephen Blakeley is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Modesto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Finance Committee of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Neal Fearn is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with over 33 years of industry experience, currently serving at Morgan Stanley since 2009. He is also affiliated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering customized financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved analytical tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through a combination of direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Jose Guerrero Moreno is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and American Life Income. He holds a Series 66 designation. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across a broad range of investment vehicles.

Matt Corkern is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Stockton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with family and private real estate investment entities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm‑approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that encompass both direct client plans and corporate financial planning agreements.

David Simpson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Independent Financial Group for 16 years and has operated his own firm, David A. Simpson, Inc., since 1989. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in tax preparation and bookkeeping through David A. Simpson, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, 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 research and technology tools.

Felica Ramos is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Stockton, CA, with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2008, with brief tenures at New York Life Insurance Company and NYLIFE Securities LLC. Ramos is the founder and a board member of The Guyton Ramos Family Foundation, which focuses on art, culture, education, and community support for children and youth. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm employs structured planning tools and investment models to support tailored financial strategies and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Blair Hake is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Stockton, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Outside of advising, he serves on the Board of Directors for the California Delta Chambers and Visitors Bureau, is a trustee at Humphreys College, acts as treasurer for the Stockton Host Lions Club, and is president of Friends of Swenson. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports. The firm offers a wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Charles Christensen is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 31 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Modesto Band of Stanislaus County. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team.